Interview: Berlinale award-winner ‘The Last Swim’ director Sasha Nathwani
PremiumAs ‘The Last Swim’ was showcased earlier this month at the inaugural Red Lorry Film Festival, mid-day.com spoke to Indian-Iranian director Sasha Nathwani, whose film ‘The Last Swim’ won the Crystal Bear at the Berlinale 2024. Nathwani dwells on the film’s premise, his Iranian identity, culture and music, and why he is excited about his next project
27 April,2024 10:24 AM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento Pinto'Having lived in Denmark, it is new to be among people who look like me'
On her fourth visit to Mumbai, mid-day.com spoke to Badstue about her joint performance at the NCPA with the Danish orchestra and the Symphony of India Chamber Orchestra. She also delved into her choice of pieces, her Indian roots and why she marvels at Mumbai every time she is here
26 April,2024 04:55 PM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento Pinto'I want to be that guy who will change hip-hop in India forever'
PremiumMumbai-based rapper Naved Shaikh, popularly known as Naezy, is back after two years with his new EP 'Anti Fitnah'. In an interview with mid-day.com, the 'Mere Gully Mein' fame rapper talks about his new music, his intent to change the hip-hop music industry, and beating the odds to create music that everybody will love
26 April,2024 10:30 AM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento PintoKASHISH Pride Film Festival 2024 to take place from May 15 - 19 in Mumbai
The annual festival will take place with over 130 films from more than 40 countries and will feature a diverse array of activities, including red-carpet events, panel discussions, interactive Q&A sessions, and live performances by LGBTQIA+ community members and allies
25 April,2024 10:54 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentWhy this Mumbaikar turned into a human indicator at Dadar station
PremiumMumbai’s Dadar Railway Station is a dramatic spot for local trains. With no indicator at the city’s busiest railway station – this Mumbai local sheds two hours every morning to establish order and help lost commuters
25 April,2024 07:15 PM IST | Mumbai | Ainie RizviBig B on being honoured with Mangeshkar Award: ‘Abhaar aur mera param saubhagya’
Megastar Amitabh Bachchan, who was feted with the Lata Deenanath Mangeshkar Award for his remarkable contributions to the field of cinema, has expressed his gratitude for the honour
25 April,2024 02:43 PM IST | Mumbai | IANS7 per cent job surge for fresh graduates in India's manufacturing sector: Report
According to learning and employability solutions provider TeamLease EdTech, this surge coincides with boosted capital investments and increased merger and acquisition activities within the automobile, electronics, and textile domains
24 April,2024 07:47 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSSona Mohapatra, Ram Sampath inspired by Freida Kahlo for their latest track
Songstress Sona Mohapatra and acclaimed music composer Ram Sampath have worked on a song titled 'Senti Akhiyaan', for which the two have drawn inspiration from Mexican painter Freida Kahlo
24 April,2024 07:29 PM IST | Mumbai | IANSAlan Walker to perform in Mumbai on October 19 for his WalkerWorld India Tour
The expansive 10-city tour kicks off with Kolkata (September 27), followed by stops in Shillong (September 28), Delhi NCR (September 29), Ahmedabad (October 2), Bengaluru (October 4), Chennai (October 5), Kochi (October 6), Pune (October 18), Mumbai (October 19) and culminating in Hyderabad (October 20)
24 April,2024 01:50 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentKnow about burns survivor Prema Dhanraj, a pioneer in reconstructive surgery
Surviving as a child from a fire accident after suffering 50 per cent burn injuries, as per the wish of her mother she made it her mission to provide succour to burn survivors who had lost hope
23 April,2024 01:03 PM IST | Bengaluru | IANS‘There is intolerance towards everything. Laughing is what makes it tolerable’
PremiumAhead of his performance at the Royal Opera House in Mumbai this Friday, Indian comedian Anuvab Pal dwells on performing in the city, his fascination for Indian politics and taking the creative liberty while exploring the subject of politics in India
23 April,2024 10:30 AM IST | Mumbai | Nascimento PintoWorld Earth Day: How can AI help design sustainable offices?
PremiumArtificial intelligence is poised to revolutionise the way we approach sustainability in every sphere. On World Earth Day, a design expert delves into the myriad ways AI can help design sustainable offices
22 April,2024 10:30 AM IST | Mumbai | Maitrai AgarwalArtiste First brings to life a poem by Swanand Kirkare in their latest release
With Saleel Kulkarni's soothing music and Shubhankar Kulkarni's heartfelt vocals, 'Tum Jaao Mat…Raho' is like a gentle breeze of nostalgia, a conversation between two hearts, embodying the pure love of stolen glances and heartfelt conversations
21 April,2024 02:22 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentGudi Padwa 2024: Women in traditional attires take part in Shobha Yatra
The vibrant and joyous festival of Gudi Padwa was celebrated by Hoisting the traditional Gudi and prayer to it on the New year for the Hindus on Gudi Padwa in Mumbai on 9th of April. People were seen participating in the Shobha Rally. Women were seen dressed in traditional attire and participated in the Rally to mark the Marathi New Year Gudi Padwa. They danced their hearts out on the beats of dhol and nagadas. The festival was celebrated with full vigor and enthusiasm. Gudi Padwa ocassion signals yeh onset of the warmer days and the spring season. This year Gudi Padwa has coincided with the first day of the Chaitra Navratri and festivals like Sajibu Cheiraoba, Navreh, Cheti Chand and Ugadi that are celebrated in different parts of the country.