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UK Asian Film Festival announces full programme for its 27th edition – Opening film by Onir & Imtiaz Ali

UK Asian Film Festival – the world’s longest running South Asian film festival – has unveiled the full programme of its 27th edition. Running at venues across London, Leicester and Coventry from Thursday 1st – Sunday 11th May, UK Asian Film Festival is presented by Tongues on Fire and is supported by the BFI Audience Projects Fund, awarding National Lottery funding. UK Asian Film Festival is powered by broadcast partners Lyca Radio and Geo TV.

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UK ASIAN FILM FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES OPENING AND CLOSING FILMS AND THEME OF 27TH EDITION

UK Asian Film Festival – the world’s longest running South Asian film festival – has announced the Opening and Closing films and theme of its 27th edition. Running at venues across London, Leicester and Coventry from Thursday 1st – Sunday 11th May, UK Asian Film Festival is presented by Tongues on Fire and is supported by the BFI Audience Projects Fund, awarding National Lottery funding. UK Asian Film Festival is powered by broadcast partner, Lyca Radio.

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How Matilda Inspires a New Generation: The Role of Representation in Theatre

One of the most exciting aspects of Matilda The Musical is its power to inspire young people by showing them the importance of standing up for themselves, being true to who they are, and embracing their unique qualities. The 2025 UK and Ireland tour is a chance for even more young audiences to experience the transformative power of theatre and understand the importance of representation in the arts.

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‘Superboys of Malegaon’: A Love Letter to Filmmakers and Dreamers

Have you ever stumbled upon a story so full of heart that it sticks with you long after the credits roll? That’s exactly what happened to me with Superboys of Malegaon. It is an ode by director, Reema Kagti to small-town filmmakers and their relentless love for cinema. Inspired by the 2008 documentary,

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‘Azaad’ -A Period Drama That Struggles to Find Its Voice

Azaad is a period drama set in pre-independent India. The film introduces debutants Aaman Devgan as Govind, a “stable” boy with dreams of riding the majestic horse Azaad, and Rasha Thadani as Janaki, the daughter of a tyrannical landlord. Ajay Devgn plays Vikram Singh, a dacoit whose bond with Azaad becomes central to the narrative.

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