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Renowned Filmmaker R Balki Wins Jury Award for Best Director for “Ghoomer” at News18 Showsha Reel Awards

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Mumbai, India – Renowned filmmaker R Balki was honored with the prestigious Jury Award for Best Director at the News18 Showsha Reel Awards for his film Ghoomer. Released on August 12, 2023, Ghoomer received critical acclaim and starred Abhishek Bachchan and Saiyami Kher in the lead roles. The audience also showered praise on this sports drama. During the award ceremony, R Balki expressed his gratitude to the jury for recognizing his exceptional work. The News18 Showsha Reel Awards, held on March 9, Saturday, celebrated the talents who have been impressing audiences with their remarkable performances. … Read more

Renowned Senior Film Director, M.S. Sathyu, Aims to Make Films at 94 Despite Challenges

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Bengaluru, India – At the 15th edition of the Bengaluru International Film Festival (BIFFes), senior film director M.S. Sathyu was honored with a lifetime achievement award. Despite being 94 years old, Sathyu expressed his unwavering passion for filmmaking and his desire to continue making films. However, he emphasized that someone would need to take a risk and finance his future projects. The festival also recognized outstanding films across various categories. In the Kannada cinema category, Amar L.’s “Nirvana” received the first best film award, while K. Yashoda Prakash’s “Kandeelu” was awarded as the second best … Read more

Renowned Defense Lawyer Richard Hibey, Known for High-Profile Clients and International Dramas, Passes Away at 82

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WASHINGTON (AP) — Richard Hibey, a well-regarded defense lawyer known for his courtroom flair and international expertise, passed away at the age of 82, his son David Hibey confirmed. Hibey built a reputation as a strategic legal thinker, attracting high-profile clients involved in cases that captivated public attention and sparked international intrigue. During the 1980s and ’90s, he found himself at the center of some of the biggest global dramas. He represented Jonathan Pollard, the Navy intelligence analyst who leaked secrets to Israel, in a case that reverberated through US-Israeli relations. Hibey also took on … Read more

Renowned Film Critics and Industry Leaders Announced as Jurors for SXSW Film & TV Festival Competitions

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Austin, Texas – The SXSW Film & TV Festival has announced the jurors for this year’s competitions in various categories. The festival, known for its impact on awards season, will hold the Films & TV Awards on Wednesday, March 13 at the Paramount Theatre in Austin, Texas. SXSW is an official qualifying festival for the Academy Awards®, BAFTA nominations, and Independent Spirit Awards. Winners in certain categories at SXSW become eligible for Oscars consideration. British short films and animations showcased at SXSW are also eligible for BAFTA nominations. The Narrative Feature Jury includes Jake Coyle, … Read more