Tag: #Cannesfestival

  • Bella Hadid’s red carpet support for Palestine

    Bella Hadid’s red carpet support for Palestine

    American supermodel Bella Hadid used her platform at the Cannes Film Festival to show solidarity with her ancestral land, Palestine. She wore a vintage dress with a red and white chequered pattern, similar to the traditional Palestinian keffiyeh scarf. The outfit was a powerful statement of support for the Palestinian people.

    A bold representation of resilience The keffiyeh, a traditional headscarf from the Middle East, has become a strong symbol of Palestinian identity and resistance. Its unique pattern has been seen on famous people, protesters, and even in political settings around the world, showing support for Palestine.

    In keeping with her heritage, Hadid whose father Mohamed Hadid is Palestinian, stepped out on the French Riviera donning an old Michael and Hushi outfit. Hadid has long been an advocate of the ‘Free Palestine’ cause.Hadid rocked a vintage dress made from traditional Palestinian keffiyeh fabric, complete with tassels, from the 2001 runway. She kept the look simple yet chic with red sandals, a hair scrunchie, tinted sunglasses, and gold hoops (earnings)Reposting a picture of the dress from the designer’s original post on her Instagram story, Hadid reaffirmed her support for Palestine with the caption “Free Palestine forever.”

  • Indian actress Kani Kusruti shows support for Palestine at Cannes Film Festival

    Indian actress Kani Kusruti shows support for Palestine at Cannes Film Festival

    Indian actress Kani Kusruti made a powerful statement at the 77th Cannes Film Festival in France on Thursday where she attended the premiere of All We Imagine as Light’.On the red carpet, she carried a special handbag shaped like a watermelon, which represents support for the Palestinian people. 

      The watermelon has become a symbol of the Palestinian flag and solidarity with the Palestinian people.For the first time in thirty years, an Indian film has been chosen for the Cannes Film Festival with ‘All We Imagine As Light’, directed by Payal Kapadia.  The film’s world premiere received an eight-minute standing ovation, and it has been praised for its fresh and emotional storytelling, as well as its portrayal of urban connection and unexpected sisterhood.

    The film is nominated for the Palme d’Or at the Cannes Film Festival 2024. Kusruti chose to show support for Palestine even as Israel’s genocide in Gaza continues while Hollywood celebrities have been criticised for their silence on the matter.

  • From Karachi to Cannes: Pakistani animation debuts with ‘The Chronicles of Umro Ayyar’

    From Karachi to Cannes: Pakistani animation debuts with ‘The Chronicles of Umro Ayyar’

    ‘The Chronicles of Umro Ayyar.’
    The film, which is categorized as an adventure fantasy, draws inspiration from the epic story of Tilism e Hoshruba. As he journeys through time and fantastical worlds, the story narrates the exciting exploits of the fabled trickster hero ‘Umro Ayyar.’

    In addition to the animated movie, Ingenuity Productions is developing the 3D animation series ‘Science Voyagers’ in which a curious child sets out on time-traveling escapades to meet the greatest scientists in history.
    ‘Umro Ayyar’is directed by Syed Arsalan Ali and Haris Bashrat. The story is written by Zafar Abdullah, BinMasoodFarid and Talha Abdur Rahim.
    Haris Basharat who is also the proudcer of ‘Umro Ayyar, said, “We aim to showcase the Pakistani animation industry’s potential globally. We believe that the film’s impressive visuals and storyline will engage audiences worldwide,”

    The search for genuine connection and overcoming selfishness, however, is a deeper message that cuts through the fantasy veneer and speaks to audiences of all ages. The path taken by ‘Umro Ayyar’ turns becomes a monument to the strength of forming relationships that cut over barriers of race, gender, class, age, and personality.

    In addition to the animated movie, Ingenuity Productions is developing the 3D animation series ‘Science Voyagers.’ In this series, a curious child sets out on time-traveling escapades to meet the greatest scientists in history.

    Furthermore, the business is recognized for creating two 2D animated series: Yolki and Hatch, which centers on early development, and Aria and the Magic Jungle, which emphasizes environmental awareness.

  • Pakistani Film ‘Jamun Ka Dharakht’ Wins Award at Cannes Festival

    Pakistani Film ‘Jamun Ka Dharakht’ Wins Award at Cannes Festival

     

    Pakistani short movie ‘Jamun ka Darakht’ has won the award for Best Social Justice Short Film at the Cannes World Film Festival.

     

    Director Rafay Rashdi happily shared the news on social media and congratulated everyone who worked on the film.

     

    The Cannes World Film Festival in France screens short films, web series, and feature films from all over the world.

     

    A-lister Adnan Siddiqui played a negative character in ‘Jamun Ka Dharakht’. In the trailer, he portrays a powerful media figure who treats women unfairly in the entertainment industry.

     

    The movie trailer doesn’t reveal much about the story, but the director shared it on Instagram, stating that the film is about a man and a woman and their “shared understanding”.

     

    The story is written by renowned playwright Bi Gull and produced by Faisal Kapadia. ‘Jamun Ka Dharakht’ is created by Rafay Rashdi Productions.