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www.newsindiatimes.com – that’s all you need to know . i i i . – t ’ a l y n t k News India Times (April 11, 2026 - April 17, 2026) April 17, 2026 26 Entertainment Chinese Film Festival Returns To Kolkata After Ten Years, Begins April 17 Anil Kapoor’s Action Thriller Series ’24’ To Stream On This OTT Platform From April 24 T he Chinese Film Festival is set to return to Kol- kata after a decade-long gap, with the latest edition scheduled to begin on April 17. Organised by the Chinese Consulate, the festival will feature seven films across genres, with screenings to be held at Nandan Theatre, offering au- diences a glimpse into contemporary Chinese cinema. Consul General of the Chinese Consulate General in Kolkata, XuWei, on Friday shared details about the upcoming Chinese Film Festival and celebrations for International Chinese Language Day in the city. Speaking about the return of the film festival after a long gap, XuWei said they had checked the earlier event and decided to bring it back with joint efforts. “I checked the last Chinese film festival, and it was held ten years ago, in 2016. So we decided to orga- nise another Chinese Film Festival. This time, with the joint efforts of relevant parties, we have made it possible. The festival is scheduled to begin on April 17. We will showcase seven Chinese films across different categories,” he told ANI. “The screenings will be held at Nandan Theatre in Kolkata, with their sponsorship and support. The opening ceremony will take place on the 17th. Over the following three days, the remaining six films will be screened, making it a total of seven Chinese films. I hope our Indian friends will enjoy these Chinese mov- ies,” he said. Sharing more details about International Chinese Language Day, XuWei said this year’s event will be different as the Consulate will host it with the support of local schools. He added that students will present parts of Chinese culture through activities like calligra- phy and lantern-making, making the celebration more engaging and “complete success”. “As for Chinese Language International Day, this year’s celebration is going to be different. Previously, I was invited as the chief guest. This time, we are host- ing Chinese Language International Day. Of course, this is with the support of institutions such as St. John’s School and Modern High School for Girls,” he said. “With their support, we are confident that we can make this event a complete success. During the event, we will invite students to present aspects of Chinese culture, such as calligraphy, paper cutting, shuttlecock kicking, and lantern-making. All of these activities represent distinctive elements of Chinese culture,” Xu Wei added. Chinese film festivals have been held in Kolkata from time to time to promote cultural exchange between India and China. These events, usually organised with support from the Chinese Consulate and Nandan Cultural Hub, have showcased films from different genres, including action, drama and family stories. This year’s festival will take place from April 17 to April 19 at Nandan-1, where audiences will be able to watch the films without any entry fee. -ANI A ctor Anil Kapoor Starrer Action Thriller Series 24 Is Set To Return For Streaming On Jio Hotstar From April 24. Led by Anil Kapoor, the show has built a strong following for its real-time narrative, sharp pacing, and high production value, a format which often creates a buzz on the OTT platforms and theatres alike. Episodes from both seasons of the high-octane thriller will be available to stream on JioHotstar, April 24th onwards, with 8 episodes dropping every Friday. Anil headlines the series as ATU Chief Jai Singh Rathod, who protects Mumbai from terrorist attacks. Anil Kapoor shared the update on his Instagram handle by sharing the video on the digital comeback of the show. “Against the clock, against all odds! Let’s do this!” wrote Anil Kapoor. The return of 24 comes at a time when audiences are increasingly leaning into fast-paced, genre-driven content, making its arrival on JioHotstar particularly timely. On the digital comeback of the series, “I’ve played many in- tense and action-driven roles over the years, but 24 was never just another show for me, it was an adrenaline rush like no other. The pace, the pressure, and the real-time storytelling pushed me to stay constantly on edge, both as an actor and as a storyteller. It’s a project that challenged me in the best way and continues to be very close to my heart. I’m excited that it’s now coming to JioHotstar, and I look forward to audiences experiencing that thrill all over again.” Originally aired on Colors TV, the first season of 24 pre- miered in October 2013 and concluded in December 2013, while the second season aired between July 2016 and October 2016. The show is based on the American series of the same name. Anil Kapoor was recently seen in the series ‘Subedaar’, which premiered on Amazon Prime Video. -ANI Neetu Kapoor’s Film ‘Daadi Ki Shaadi’ With Daughter Riddhima To Be Released On May 8, Kapil Sharma Also Features In It V eteran actor Neetu Kapoor’s film ‘Daadi Ki Shaadi’ with comedian Kapil Sharma now has a release date. The film, which also marks the Bollywood debut of Neetu’s daughter Riddhima, will hit the theatres on May 8. On Friday, the makers announced the film’s release date along with the first official poster. Have a look at the poster here. “Daadi is breaking the internet — and the rules! Is the family with her or against her? Find out in Daadi Ki Shaadi, releasing on 8th May. Gen D to Gen Z — all are invited,” the makers captioned the post. As per the makers, “Daadi Ki Shaadi brings together a refreshing mix of legacy, comedy and family emotions, making it a complete entertainer for audiences across generations.” Produced by Rtake Studios, BeingU Studios and Shim- la Talkies Production, the film is written and directed by Ashish R. Mohan. The film also stars Sadia Khateeb, Sarath Kumar and Aditi Mittal in key roles. ‘Daadi Ki Shaadi’ was announced last year. Riddhima has shared several BTS pictures from the sets over the past month. Through one of her Instagram posts, she expressed her happiness over the bond she created with over 200 people on the sets. “Firsts are always special. Because it’s those very ‘firsts’ that form the blue print of learnings we will carry for the rest of our lives. For 52 days, over 200 people came together to tell this heart warming, funny, and beautiful film. We plotted, we danced, we laugh-cried and cried- laughed, and I cannot wait for you to join in the celebra- tions when this film hits your screens,” she wrote. Riddhima also received a shout-out from her co-actor and child artist, Vidhaan Sharma. “As this beautiful journey comes to an end, I recollect all the wonderful moments we shared, the silly jokes we laughed on, the mindful games we played together, the warmth you gave when nobody was around. There is only one thing more precious than our time and that’s who we spend it on and I am glad that I spent it with you. Love you always, Riddhima ma’am. So much learnt from you and all that you gave selflessly will be etched forever in my heart,” Vidhaan posted. -ANI PHOTO:ANI PHOTO:ANI