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Content company Catalyst has partnered with intimate apparel company Knix to launch a documentary fund.
The Knix Fund Catalyst Docs for Change Project is set to launch at Banff World Media Festival, which kicks off on June 11.
Catalyst founder Julie Bristow and Knix founder Joanna Griffiths will appear at the festival in a moderated conversation on June 14 to outline the fund’s objectives. The fund will open to submissions around the same time, with Catalyst and Knix green lighting the most promising entry.
“The values of Knix and the thought-leadership that Joanna has provided on so many women’s issues align perfectly with Catalyst’s mission to open eyes, minds, and hearts with unapologetically brilliant storytelling by and about women,” said Bristow. “To achieve a more inclusive world, we need more stories led by women creators. Sometimes the only way to catalyse change is to challenge legacy business models by investing in new paradigms.
Content company Catalyst has partnered with intimate apparel company Knix to launch a documentary fund.
The Knix Fund Catalyst Docs for Change Project is set to launch at Banff World Media Festival, which kicks off on June 11.
Catalyst founder Julie Bristow and Knix founder Joanna Griffiths will appear at the festival in a moderated conversation on June 14 to outline the fund’s objectives. The fund will open to submissions around the same time, with Catalyst and Knix green lighting the most promising entry.
“The values of Knix and the thought-leadership that Joanna has provided on so many women’s issues align perfectly with Catalyst’s mission to open eyes, minds, and hearts with unapologetically brilliant storytelling by and about women,” said Bristow. “To achieve a more inclusive world, we need more stories led by women creators. Sometimes the only way to catalyse change is to challenge legacy business models by investing in new paradigms.
- 5/4/2023
- by K.J. Yossman
- Variety Film + TV
Welcome to Deadline’s International Disruptors, a feature where we shine a spotlight on key executives and companies outside of the U.S. shaking up the offshore marketplace. This week, we’re talking to Gianluca Chakra, founder and managing director of pan-Arab distribution outfit Front Row Filmed Entertainment. The company, which was founded from humble beginnings in 2003, is now one of the most prominent companies in the Middle East and recently launched its first production with Netflix, Perfect Strangers.
It’s been an auspicious start to the year for Gianluca Chakra’s pan-Arab outfit Front Row Filmed Entertainment. The company, which has long been at the forefront of distributing top-shelf independent cinema to the Middle East region, kicked off 2022 with its first production Perfect Strangers, the latest international remake of 2016 Italian hit Perfetti Sconosciuti. Netflix boarded the project last year after signing a first-look deal with Front Row, marking the...
It’s been an auspicious start to the year for Gianluca Chakra’s pan-Arab outfit Front Row Filmed Entertainment. The company, which has long been at the forefront of distributing top-shelf independent cinema to the Middle East region, kicked off 2022 with its first production Perfect Strangers, the latest international remake of 2016 Italian hit Perfetti Sconosciuti. Netflix boarded the project last year after signing a first-look deal with Front Row, marking the...
- 2/9/2022
- by Diana Lodderhose
- Deadline Film + TV
KollywoodOn the occasion of Vishal’s 44th birthday on August 29, the title and first look poster of his next film with director Thu Pa Saravanan was released.Tnm StaffMarking actor Vishal 44th birthday on August 29, the makers of his upcoming movie unveiled its title and first look poster, which was tentatively titled Vishal 31. Helmed by director Thu Pa Saravanan, the film has been titled Veerame Vaagai Soodum, while the Telugu version has been titled Saamanyudu. Touted to be an action entertainer, the poster features Vishal with a baseball bat. We also see several injured people in front of Vishal, indicating that Vishal’s character in the movie might have fought and defeated the injured goons. Sharing the title and poster, Vishal wrote, “Here We Go, Presenting the First Look & Title of #Vishal31 - #VeerameVaagaiSoodum (sic).” Here We Go, Presenting the First Look & Title of #Vishal31 - #VeerameVaagaiSoodum pic.twitter.
- 8/30/2021
- by AjayR
- The News Minute
KollywoodWritten and directed by Anand Shankar, the cast of ‘Enemy’ also includes actors Mirnalini Ravi Mamta Mohandas and Prakash Raj, among others. Tnm StaffScreengrab/YouTubeThe teaser of actors Vishal and Arya’s much-awaited movie Enemy was released on Saturday, July 24. Sharing the teaser actor Arya noted that he enjoyed fighting with his enemy in the movie, actor Vishal. “Loved fighting out with #Enemy @VishalKOfficial,” Arya’s tweet read. With ominous music playing in the background, the video starts with shots of both Vishal and Arya standing alone against the backdrop of a cityscape. We see Arya as a prisoner. Setting the tone for an action-thriller, the teaser features a series of visuals displaying high-octane action sequences. What ensues is a series of visuals where we see Vishal chasing Arya, while the latter continues to wreak havoc— indicating that Vishal likely plays the role of a cop in the movie. Towards the end of the teaser,...
- 7/24/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe actor claimed that the producer has not returned promissory notes months after the former repaid the loan taken for his 2018 film 'Irumbu Thirai'. Tnm StaffActor-producer Vishal has lodged a complaint with the Chennai police against popular producer Rb Choudary alleging that the latter has not returned cheque leaves, bonds and promissory notes months after the former reportedly repaid his loan. The actor also alleged that the producer has been evading him for months, claiming that he had misplaced the documents. The loan amount is pertaining to the actor’s 2018 film Irumbu Thirai. “It’s unacceptable that Mr #RBChoudhary failed to return the Cheque Leaves,Bonds & Promissory Notes months after repaying the loan to him for the Movie #IrumbuThirai,he was evading giving excuses & finally told he has misplaced the documents. We have lodged a complaint with Police,” Vishal tweeted on Wednesday. Rb Choudary is actor Jiiva's...
- 6/10/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe movie will star Dimple Hayati opposite Vishal.Tnm StaffTwitter/ Vishal Film FactoryThe shooting of actor Vishal’s upcoming movie, tentatively titled Vishal 31, went on the floors recently. The shooting kickstarted with a pooja that took place on Thursday. Vishal 31 is directed by Thu Pa Saravanan, who directed the short film Edhu Thevaiyo Adhuvey Dharmam, starring Sheela Rajkumar. Vishal 31 marks his debut as a feature filmmaker. The movie stars Devi 2 fame actor Dimple Hayati opposite Vishal. Dimple is currently awaiting the release of her upcoming Telugu film Khiladi, wherein she will be sharing the screen with Ravi Teja. Musician Yuvan Shankar Raja has been roped in as the composer for the film, while it has cinematography by Balasubramaniem. On Friday, production house Vishal Film Factory posted a photo from the pooja and wrote, “Shooting of @VishalKOfficial‘s #Vishal31 today.” Shooting of @VishalKOfficial ‘s #Vishal31 today pic.twitter.com/jEqd1dOwBo...
- 5/7/2021
- by SaradhaU
- The News Minute
Mumbai, Feb 23: South Indian actress Shraddha Srinath says laughter is the best way to deal with the hard reality of patriarchy. This was reflected in a social media comment she made shortly after actor Varun Dhawan's marriage.
Shraddha had written on Instagram, on January 24: "Another good actor bites the dust. Sad that we will not see him on screen again. Obviously, his wife and in-laws will not be okay with him acting with other heroines. Maybe he will switch to doing male-oriented films? But how to balance personal life and work-life ya. Tough. Will miss him. Congratulations though, Varun (sic)."
Asked about what was she thinking while making such a post after Varun's marriage, Shraddha revealed, "You know when I started my career, one of my well-wishers told me that you are a girl and you only have three to four years to shine as an actress...
Shraddha had written on Instagram, on January 24: "Another good actor bites the dust. Sad that we will not see him on screen again. Obviously, his wife and in-laws will not be okay with him acting with other heroines. Maybe he will switch to doing male-oriented films? But how to balance personal life and work-life ya. Tough. Will miss him. Congratulations though, Varun (sic)."
Asked about what was she thinking while making such a post after Varun's marriage, Shraddha revealed, "You know when I started my career, one of my well-wishers told me that you are a girl and you only have three to four years to shine as an actress...
- 2/23/2021
- by Glamsham Bureau
- GlamSham
KollywoodThe film’s release was earlier stayed by the Madras Hc over a copyright claim.Digital NativeDigital Native Actor Vishal took it to his Twitter account and announced that his film Chakra has crossed all obstacles and will release as planned on Friday. The Madras High Court, which had earlier issued an interim stay over the release of the film, has now vacated the stay clearing the film's release. His post reads "Truth Always Triumphs !! Yes, as always have faced hurdles, issues & have always been true to my self, to my profession & to anything related to the Film Industry, The Stay has been vacated & #Chakra will be released worldwide tomorrow, Feb 19 will be a Grand Day for Chakra movie in Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam & Kannada, Thanks to the Hon High Court for serving the order at the right time keeping the interest of not just the producer but everyone involved in the film & vacating the stay,...
- 2/18/2021
- by Jahnavi
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe film was supposed to release on February 19.Tnm StaffThe Madras High Court has ordered an interim stay on the release of Vishal's Chakra due to alleged copyright violations. The Madras Hc has sought a report from Vishal, who has produced the film and is also starring in it, and Ms Anandan, the director of the movie, after a producer alleged that he owns the copyright of the movie and that the director signed a contract with him. Producer Ravi of Tritan Artists moved the Madras Hc claiming that the script of Chakra was first narrated to him. On Tuesday, the case came up for hearing before Justice Karthikeyan and during the hearing, the petitioner alleged that the director had signed a contract with him but that the movie has now been produced by Vishal. Hence, the counsel appearing for the petitioner said that Chakra should not be released. The...
- 2/16/2021
- by BharathiSP
- The News Minute
KollywoodDirected by Anand Shankar, 'Enemy' stars Arya and Vishal in lead roles. Digital NativeArya and Vishal share a good camaraderie and have been very close for a long time. Having worked together in films such as Avan Ivan and Vasuvum Saravananum Onna Padichavanga (cameo), they had recently announced that they were going to work together once again. The two will becoming together for an interesting multi-starrer titled Enemy directed by Anand Shankar of Arima Nambi fame. The film will see both the actors locking horns. Touted to be a thriller, the makers on Thursday unveiled Arya's first look from the film. Sharing the first look Vishal wrote on his Twitter handle,"My most favourite #Enemy @arya_offl, I think I will not like you in this film but I love you in real life as always, but be ready to face me with all your power in this particular film.
- 2/5/2021
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe trailer of the film was released earlier last year.Digital NativeVishal’s much-awaited film Chakra is all set for a theatrical release on February 19. Written and directed by Ms Anandan, the film will be released in all four south Indian languages. Vishal took to Twitter to announce the release date. He tweeted, “Yes, it’s confirmed… We have planned to release our action thriller film #Chakra in theatres on February 19th in all 4 South Indian Languages. Going to be a grand release. Looking forward to it.” The trailer of the film was released earlier last year and it hints at an action thriller that revolves around a cyber-crime. Yes, it’s confirmed... We have planned to release our action thriller film #Chakra in theatres on February 19th in all 4 South Indian Languages. Going to be a grand release. Looking forward to it... Gb — Vishal (@VishalKOfficial) February 1, 2021 Initially, the makers...
- 2/2/2021
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
Kollywood 'Enemy's' cast and crew will be leaving for Dubai on February 10th and the shooting will commence on February 15th.Digital NativeMamta Mohandas has bagged a role in the Tamil film Enemy and will be paired opposite Arya in this multi-starrer. Directed by Anand Shankar, the film stars Vishal and Arya as the male leads with Mamta Mohandas and Mrinalini Ravi as the heroines. Enemy is bankrolled by Vinod Kumar under the banner Mini Studios and has Prakash Raj in a pivotal role. The technical crew of this film includes S Thaman for music and Rd Rajasekar for camerawork. Ramalingam is the art director and Raymond Derrick Crasta has been signed in as the editor. Touted to be a complete action entertainer, Ravi Verma has been roped in to choreograph the stunt sequences. It's final. My best friend @arya_offl is now my "Enemy".We have no choice,...
- 2/2/2021
- by Sreedevi
- The News Minute
KollywoodIt was nine years ago that Vishal and Arya had worked together in Bala’s 'Avan Ivan'.Digital NativeDigital NativeIt was rumoured a few months ago that Vishal and Arya are all set to join hands for a new project. It was finally announced on Tuesday that they will reunite for Anand Shankar’s next yet-untitled Tamil project after nine years since they worked together in Bala’s Avan Ivan. “As we get back to work, I’m glad and powered up to share with you that #VISHAL30 and #ARYA32 is going to be #ANANDSHANKAR4. Official announcement of the multi starrer will be made by our producer @vinod_offl (sic),” Anand tweeted. As we get back to work.. I’m glad and powered up to share with you that #VISHAL30 and #ARYA32 is going to be #ANANDSHANKAR4 Official announcement of the multi starrer will be made by our producer @vinod...
- 10/13/2020
- by Luke
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe actor has been ordered to post a guarantee of Rs 8.29 crore to cover the losses. Digital NativeIn a setback for actor Vishal, the Madras High Court on Wednesday ordered the actor to post a guarantee of Rs 8.29 crore to cover the losses incurred in the Action film. Action's producer Ravindran of Trident Arts approached the Madras High court stating that Vishal owed the production house Rs 8 crore, to settle the losses of their film. He also wanted to stay the release of Vishal's next outing Chakra which was supposed to premiere on September 30 on a leading Ott platform. During its previous hearing the court refused to extend the stay on the film's release. Action, starring Tamannaah and Aishwarya Lekshmi in the lead was directed by Sundar C. The film was produced by Trident Arts R Ravindran. Popular cinematographer Dudley who has worked in Bollywood films like Dilwale, Jagga Jasoos...
- 10/8/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodThe petition was filed by Trident Arts which produced Vishal's earlier film 'Action'.Tnm StaffIn a setback for actor Vishal, the Madras High Court on Thursday stayed the release of his upcoming film Chakra on Over-the-Top (Ott) platforms. The court was hearing a petition filed by Trident Arts which had produced the actor’s previous film Action. The court posted the matter for hearing on September 30 and also held that the film cannot release until then. In the meantime, the court also directed Vishal and Trident Arts to sort out the issue amicably. The production house has alleged that Vishal owes them Rs 8 crore for losses, an amount that the actor had allegedly agreed to pay if their film Action tanked at the box-office. Additionally, they have also alleged that Chakra was supposed to be produced by them since the film’s director Anandhan had originally pitched it to them.
- 9/24/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
KollywoodTrident Arts, producer of Vishal's previous film 'Action', has alleged that the actor has to pay Rs 8 crore to the production house to settle the losses incurred.Digital NativeThe Madras High Court on Tuesday ordered notices to be sent to actor Vishal and director Ms Anandan in connection with the release of their film Chakra on the Ott platform. In a plaint filed by Trident Arts, it was alleged that Vishal owed the production house Rs 8 crore to settle the losses of their previous film Action. Action, released last year, fared poorly at the box office. In the complaint, Trident Arts alleged that during the making of the film, Vishal entered into an agreement with them to settle the losses if the film did not do well at the box office. The film was made on a budget of Rs 44 crore and Vishal entered into an agreement to bear the...
- 9/23/2020
- by Anjana
- The News Minute
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