Star-Studded Jury Set to Shine at Dinard Festival: Rupert Everett, Jennifer Saunders, and Ruby Wax Lead the Charge

Dinard, France — The Dinard Festival of British & Irish Film is set to showcase a blend of cinematic talent from the UK, with notable jury members including actors Rupert Everett, Jennifer Saunders, and Ruby Wax. Scheduled for October 1-5, the festival will spotlight a diverse array of films, highlighting emerging talent and established filmmakers alike. Joining the jury are UK documentary filmmaker Molly Dineen, along with prominent French figures such as actors Rachida Brakni and Reda Kateb, and journalist Claire Chazal. Their collective expertise will help evaluate the films competing for awards at the … Read more

Groundbreaking Marathi Film ‘Sabar Bonda’ Set for Indian Release Following Sundance Triumph

MUMBAI, India — The highly anticipated Marathi film “Sabar Bonda” is set to hit theaters across India on September 19. Directed by Rohan Parashuram Kanawade, the film has already garnered significant acclaim, having won the Grand Jury Prize—the top award at the Sundance Film Festival 2025. It is distributed by Rana Daggubati’s Spirit Media. Out of approximately 17,000 entries worldwide, “Sabar Bonda” was the only feature from India to compete at Sundance, marking a significant milestone as the first Marathi-language film to ever grace the festival’s screens. This achievement highlights the film’s unique narrative and … Read more

Marathi Film ‘Sabar Bonda’ Set to Captivate Indian Audiences After Sundance Win

New Delhi, India — A new feature film titled “Sabar Bonda,” directed by Rohan Parashuram Kanawade, is set to make its theatrical debut nationwide on September 19. The film has already achieved significant recognition on the international stage by winning the Grand Jury Prize at the Sundance Film Festival in 2025, marking a notable accomplishment for Indian cinema. “Sabar Bonda” distinguished itself as the sole Indian film in a competitive field of 17,000 global entries at the Sundance festival and made history as the first Marathi-language feature to be showcased there. This achievement highlights the … Read more

Rising Star Cooper Set to Judge Inaugural Seagull Screeching Championship in Weston-super-Mare

Chesterfield, England — An 11-year-old boy renowned for his impressive seagull impersonation is set to take center stage as a judge in a unique local competition. Cooper, who gained fame for his vocal mimicry at just nine years old, will oversee the inaugural Seagull Screeching Championship in Weston-super-Mare this Sunday. Known as ‘Seagull Boy,’ Cooper first captured public attention in 2024 when he clinched victory at a European competition, later defending his title with remarkable success in April. This weekend, he will evaluate the talents of contestants divided into two age categories: under-12s and teenagers … Read more