My Melbourne Review: Kabir Khan's Setara sparkles in film about representation
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My Melbourne Review: Kabir Khan's Setara sparkles in film about representation

India Today  

The idea of making an anthology film is still not quite common in Indian cinema. Directed by four extremely competent Indian filmmakers - Onir, Rima Das, Imtiaz Ali and Kabir Khan, 'My Melbourne' appears thoughtful and entertaining at the same time. The first film in the anthology, 'Nandini', directed by Onir, follows a queer man's settled life in Australia with his partner. But, that's the thing with Onir, a National Award-winning filmmaker, who makes you a part of this conversation as if it was never a distant argument in Indian households. In the second film, titled 'Jules', the story appears like something you've seen before or heard about somewhere, but it's the subtle treatment of it that makes it more intriguing.

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How an Afghan girl in Australia inspired an Indian filmmaker
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How an Afghan girl in Australia inspired an Indian filmmaker

India Today  

Kabir Khan has made documentaries, features and even commercials but a short film had eluded his filmography so far. With the Donald Trump administration in the USA branding immigrants as “illegal aliens” even as they face hostility the world over, Khan’s Setara segment in My Melbourne couldn’t have come at a better time as a story that offers hope amid …

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‘My Melbourne’ movie review: ‘Setara’ shines in this otherwise insipid multigrain recipe

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Celebrating the cultural ethos of a city through an anthology is not a new cinematic concept. Known for their distinct idiom, Onir, Imtiaz Ali, Rima Das, and Kabir Khan map the themes of sexuality, disability, gender, and race, gently emphasising the inclusive nature of the city. Arushi Sharma, Ryanna Skye Lawson, Kat Stewart, Setara Amiri Runtime: 156 minutes Storyline: Set …

My Melbourne Movie Review: A Thoughtful Anthology That Encourages Self-Love And Acceptance
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It’s been a while since a film like this has come along—one that delicately urges viewers to live and let live, to love themselves and let others do the same. This anthology film offers four distinct stories within a two-hour runtime, each lasting about 30 minutes. Unlike a typical Bollywood film where narratives eventually intertwine, these stories remain separate, reinforcing …

My Melbourne movie review: Imtiaz Ali, Onir, Kabir Khan & Rima Das' anthology narrates the compelling journeys of acceptance & self-discovery
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My Melbourne movie review: Imtiaz Ali, Onir, Kabir Khan & Rima Das' anthology narrates the compelling journeys of acceptance & self-discovery

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My Melbourne narrates the real stories of the city which revolves around the themes of sexuality, disability, gender and others Star cast: Arka Das, Arushi Sharma, Kat Stewart, Ryanna Skye Lawson, Setara Amiri, Brad Hodge, Jackson Gallagher, Mouli Ganguly, Jake Ryan, Ella Wilson Directors: Onir, Rima Das, Imtiaz Ali, Kabir Khan, Arif Ali, Rahul Vohra The anthology titly ‘My Melbourne’ …

Kabir Khan says 'will speak to Salman Khan' about Bajrangi Bhaijaan re-release
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Kabir Khan says 'will speak to Salman Khan' about Bajrangi Bhaijaan re-release

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Director Kabir Khan has recently directed a short film titled Setara, part of the anthology film, My Melbourne. While promoting the film, in an exclusive conversation with India Today Digital, Khan spoke about the legacy of his 2015 film, Bajrangi Bhaijaan. When asked about the plans for a re-release, Kabir told us, “That film has really taken a life of …

‘My Melbourne’: Kabir Khan, Imtiaz Ali, Rima Das and Onir’s anthology film sets India release
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‘My Melbourne’: Kabir Khan, Imtiaz Ali, Rima Das and Onir’s anthology film sets India release

The Hindu  

My Melbourne, an anthology of four short films by Indian directors Kabir Khan, Imtiaz Ali, Rima Das and Onir, will release theatrically in India on March 14, 2025. According to the makers, My Melbourne comprises four unique stories exploring themes of ‘race, gender, sexuality, and disability’. Expressing his enthusiasm for the project, Kabir Khan said in a statement, “Stories have …

Kabir Khan, Imtiaz Ali, Rima Das and Onir’s anthology 'My Melbourne' all set to release in India on 14th March
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Kabir Khan, Imtiaz Ali, Rima Das and Onir’s anthology 'My Melbourne' all set to release in India on 14th March

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The anthology has been lauded for its sensitive portrayal of complex social themes, showcasing the artistic brilliance of some of India’s most celebrated filmmakers My Melbourne, an anthology of four stories featuring the creative genius of Indian filmmakers Kabir Khan, Imtiaz Ali, Rima Das, and Onir, is all set for its Indian theatrical release on 14th March 2025 in association …

Kabir Khan, Imtiaz Ali, Onir and Rima Das’ anthology film ‘My Melbourne’ to open 2024 IFFM
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Kabir Khan, Imtiaz Ali, Onir and Rima Das’ anthology film ‘My Melbourne’ to open 2024 IFFM

The Hindu  

My Melbourne, an anthology featuring shorts by filmmakers Kabir Khan, Imtiaz Ali, Onir and Rima Das, will serve as the opening movie at the 15th Indian Film Festival of Melbourne. Inspired by true incidents, the anthology movie is centered around the city of Melbourne with each short film exploring themes of race, gender, sexuality, and disability. Onir said My Melbourne …

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