Four shows to catch at Soho Theatre this autumn

Looking for something different to see in London this autumn? Soho Theatre has a packed programme of theatre, comedy, music and live performance, with four particularly distinctive shows coming up over the next few months. From a Bollywood-inspired theatrical adventure to one of the world's most recognisable poets, here's what's coming up. Ashes by Convoy – 17–18 August If you're looking for a show that combines comedy, culture and a touch of Bollywood, Ashes by Convoy could be one to add to the list. The production follows Radhika Elizabeth Kapoor after an unexpected phone call sends her back to Delhi.

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Comedy, Culture and New Perspectives Come to Walthamstow

Looking for your next night out in East London? Soho Theatre Walthamstow has plenty to offer over the coming months, with a line-up spanning stand-up comedy, cultural conversation, spoken word and personal storytelling. First up is Guz Khan & Friends, taking place from 27th–29th August. Hosted by Guz Khan, the three-night comedy showcase features a rotating selection of performers, including Babatunde Aleshe, Desiree Burch, Kyrah Gray, Jamali Maddix, Ola Labib and Michael Odewale. Get your tickets here. September sees The Good Immigrant: LIVE 10th Anniversary on 13th September…

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Why Ben Shapiro Is Wrong About Me, Islamophobia, and His Dumb New Movie

Watch Mehdi respond to Shapiro's latest video smearing him as a 'terror hugger,' and explain why the pro-Israel Shapiro and the Daily Wire are making movies to ensure the West stay fearful of Muslims.

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EXCEL ENTERTAINMENT AND AMAZON MGM STUDIOS UNVEIL DO NUMBARI, THE FIRST SONG FROM MIRZAPUR: THE MOVIE; SUNG & COMPOSED BY DHANDA NYOLIWALA; MARKS THE FIRST-EVER RELEASE UNDER EXCEL MUSIC

Ahead of the theatrical release of one of the year's most anticipated films, Mirzapur: The Movie, Excel Entertainment and Amazon MGM Studios today unveiled Do Numbari, the first song from the film's soundtrack album. Composed, written and sung by Dhanda Nyoliwala, one of the biggest names in the Haryanvi music industry, the high-energy track marks his much-awaited Bollywood debut and becomes the first-ever release under Excel Music, Excel Entertainment's newly launched music label. Dhanda Nyoliwala has built a cult following with his chart-topping tracks, distinctive style and powerful stage presence.

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ASIAN RESTAURANT AND TAKEAWAY AWARDS (ARTA) 2026 ANNOUNCES THE TOP TEN SHORTLISTS ACROSS THE NATION’S ASIAN RESTAURANTS AND TAKEAWAYS

Annual Award Ceremony, known as the “Oscars of the Curry Industry” to Honour the UK’s Top Asian Restaurants The top ten shortlisted Asian restaurants and takeaways across UK regions have been announced for the annual Asian Restaurant & Takeaway Awards (ARTA) 2026, the UK's most prestigious celebration of Pan-Asian cuisine, with winners set to be revealed on Monday 12 October 2026 at the London Hilton on Park Lane. The annual awards, known as the “Oscars of the Curry Industry”, recognise excellence across the UK's thriving Asian hospitality sector, celebrating the chefs, restaurateurs and entrepreneurs who continue to raise standards across the industry despite increasingly difficult trading conditions.

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Sony Music India’s Banjaare Debuts in the Marvel Universe with “Barsaat (Brand New Day Edition)”

Inspired by Peter Parker's emotional journey, Barsaat (Brand New Day Edition) reimagines Banjaare's original single as a soundtrack to themes of love, loss, resilience and hope. The collaboration connects the song's heartfelt storytelling with one of the world's most iconic superheroes, creating a unique crossover between South Asian music and global cinema. Released in partnership with Sony Music India, the song introduces Banjaare to a wider international audience while highlighting the growing influence of South Asian music on the world stage. Since its release, Barsaat (Brand New Day Edition)

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Witness a Story That Defined a Nation – The Official Trailer of BATWARA 1947 Is Out Now!

Batwara 1947 continues to cement its place as one of the most anticipated films of the year. Following the overwhelming response to its evocative motion poster, striking character posters and hard-hitting teaser, the makers unveiled the film's powerful official trailer at the iconic Raj Mandir Cinema in Jaipur. The grand launch, attended by producer Aamir Khan, director Rajkumar Santoshi and cast members Sunny Deol, Shabana Azmi and Karan Deol and marked another milestone in the film's journey, as audiences were offered a deeper glimpse into an extraordinary story of courage, sacrifice and humanity set against the backdrop of one of history's most defining moments.

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Official Poster Unveiled for The Cycle of Love

Dogwoof has today unveiled the official poster for The Cycle Of Love, the extraordinary true story, executive produced by global icon Priyanka Chopra Jonas, ahead of its UK and Irish cinema release on 18 September 2026. It has also been announced that UK cinema screenings will feature an exclusive introduction from Priyanka Chopra Jonas, created especially for the film's theatrical release. Spanning Delhi to Sweden, The Cycle Of Love is a remarkable true story that celebrates the power of hope, destiny and human connection, placing a deeply personal South Asian story on the global stage.

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KAHAAN CHALE GAYE HO RAM OUT NOW FROM BATWARA 1947

Following the overwhelming response to its recently released second teaser, the makers of Batwara 1947 have unveiled its first song, Kahaan Chale Gaye Ho Ram, a poignant musical tribute that captures the emotional soul of the film. Composed by Academy Award-winning music maestro A.R. Rahman, with evocative lyrics by legendary lyricist Javed Akhtar, the heartfelt track is brought to life by the timeless voices of Anuradha Paudwal and Shaan. Rich in emotion and steeped in longing, Kahaan Chale Gaye Ho Ram reflects the themes of loss, hope and humanity that lie at the heart of…

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Batwara 1947 Releases Emotionally Charged New Teaser Ahead of Its Global Theatrical Release

Batwara 1947 continues to cement its place as one of the most anticipated films of the year. After generating widespread excitement with its motion poster, character posters, and first teaser, the makers have now unveiled a gripping second teaser that offers a deeper, more emotionally charged glimpse into the film's powerful narrative. Set against the backdrop of the Partition of India in 1947, the latest teaser captures the unimaginable fear, loss, and displacement experienced by millions as history unfolded. Through haunting visuals, impactful dialogues, and an emotionally stirring background score, the teaser paints a poignant portrait of a nation torn apart, while celebrating the resilience and humanity that endured even in its darkest hour.

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‘My Father Is a Hero’: Detained Palestinian Dr. Hussam Abu Safiya’s Son Speaks to Zeteo

‘Being a doctor is not a crime,’ Elyas Abu Safiya tells Zeteo’s Diana Buttu, as his father’s health behind Israeli bars deteriorates rapidly.

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DOGWOOF ANNOUNCES UK THEATRICAL RELEASE OF HANGING BY A WIRE, IN UK CINEMAS ON 28 AUGUST 2026, MADE BY MINDHOUSE AND 64TH STREET MEDIA

Acclaimed Pakistani filmmaker Mohammed Ali Naqvi's Sundance breakout hit recounts the extraordinary true story of a cable car rescue in the Pakistani Himalayas Watch the trailer here London-based documentary film company Dogwoof will distribute Hanging by a Wire in UK cinemas this summer. From award-winning Pakistani filmmaker, Mohammed Ali Naqvi (Netflix’s Turning Point, BBC’s The Accused: Damned or Devoted?), who has spent more than 20 years telling stories from South Asia, and produced by Naqvi and Bilal Sami, the Sundance-selected documentary recounts the remarkable true story of the 2023 cable car rescue in Pakistan's remote Himalayan foothills that captured global attention and united an entire community in an extraordinary race against time.

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NEW POSTER UNVEILED FOR BATWARA 1947

The makers of the highly anticipated historical drama Batwara 1947 have unveiled a powerful new poster, offering audiences a compelling first look at the film’s emotional and thought-provoking world. The newly revealed poster is rich in symbolism. At its centre is an idol of Lord Krishna, illuminated by the warm glow of a diya, with the division of India and Pakistan forming the backdrop. The image is accompanied by the striking line: “When the world chose sides, he chose courage.” Together, the visual and the line establish the film’s central emotional conflict: a journey through a fractured world, where humanity, conscience and the pursuit of what is right are put to the test.

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Riz Ahmed Leads AAPI Acting Nominees at 2026 Emmy Awards

British Pakistani actor Riz Ahmed has earned another major career milestone with a nomination for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie at the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards for his performance in Bait.

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Sepideh Moafi Makes Emmy History, Reveals Why She Kept Declining Calls

Sepideh Moafi’s first Emmy nomination came with an unexpected twist. While anxiously watching the live announcement, the The Pitt actress repeatedly declined incoming calls—unaware they were all from people trying to congratulate her.

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OFFICIAL TRAILER FOR THE CYCLE OF LOVE UNVEILED

From Executive Producer, Priyanka Chopra Jonas, comes an extraordinary true story of Destiny, hope and love, as one young Delhi street artist embarks on a remarkable 6,000-mile journey across continents to reunite with the woman who captured his heart Watch the trailer here Dogwoof has today launched the official trailer for The Cycle Of Love, the latest film by Academy Award-winning Director, Orlando von Einsiedel, starring Mumbai-born British stage and screen actor, Chirag Benedict Lobo (West End's LIFE OF PI, ITV's ENDEAVOUR) as PK, bringing to life one of India's most extraordinary true love stories, an epic tale of destiny, perseverance and the enduring power of following your heart.

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Xbox Boss Asha Sharma Announces 3,200 Job Cuts as Major Restructuring Reshapes Gaming Division

Microsoft has unveiled a sweeping restructuring of its Xbox division, with Xbox chief Asha Sharma confirming that approximately 3,200 employees will be laid off during the 2027 financial year. Around 1,600 of those job cuts take effect today, 6 July. As part of the overhaul, four Xbox studios will move out of Microsoft’s ownership, while another is under review for a possible sale or spinout. According to an internal email sent to staff and reviewed by IGN, Sharma described the move as the most “significant” restructuring in Xbox’s history, admitting that the company’s gaming business “is not healthy.” Overall, Microsoft’s gaming division is expected to lose roughly one-fifth of its workforce.

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Rain Spencer, Ariana Greenblatt to Lead Anne Hathaway-Produced ‘Little Five’

Rain Spencer and Ariana Greenblatt have been cast as the leads in Little Five, a new feature film backed by Anne Hathaway’s production banner, Somewhere Pictures, alongside Pigasus Pictures, according to a Deadline exclusive. The film will be directed by Ian Samuels from a screenplay written by Gillian Williams and Paul Shoulberg. Additional casting announcements and production details have yet to be revealed. Set at Indiana University in the early 1980s, Little Five is inspired by the legendary Little 500 bicycle race. The story centers on four young women from very different backgrounds who unite in pursuit of what seems like an impossible goal.

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Delhi’s Ground Is Burning at 60°C — And a Handwritten Diary Is Bearing Witness

Over several days this summer, I carried a thermal camera across four parts of the city — Chandni Chowk’s market lanes, the working-class neighbourhood of Sundar Nagri in East Delhi, the wide stretch of Ring Road, and the green avenues of Lutyens’ Delhi. What the camera captured was not just heat. It was inequality, made visible in colour.

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Noah Kahan Leads Sold-Out Debut of Rolling Stone’s Stateside Festival

Noah Kahan headlined the inaugural edition of Stateside, Rolling Stone's first-ever music festival to carry the magazine's name, performing to a sold-out crowd in Kingston, New York, over the weekend. The event marked a significant milestone for the publication as it expands its presence in the live entertainment business, with around 4,000 fans attending the debut festival. For Kahan, the intimate performance served as a warm-up ahead of a much larger run of concerts. The singer-songwriter is set to perform four sold-out shows at Boston's Fenway Park later this week, making the festival appearance a comparatively rare small-scale show.

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Prime Video’s ‘The Assassin’ Season 2 Secures Multiple International Buyers

Prime Video's action thriller The Assassin is continuing its international expansion, with the upcoming second season securing a string of global distribution deals ahead of its release. Season 2 of the series, co-produced by Australia's Stan and Germany's ZDF, has been acquired by several broadcasters and streaming platforms that previously carried the first season. News of the renewal was first revealed in February after reports emerged last November that a second season was in development. Among the latest buyers are Canada's Bell Media, which will air the series on Crave and CTV Drama Channel, and NBCUniversal Latin America, which has secured pan-regional rights for Universal+.

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George Clooney Set for Golden Lion Lifetime Achievement Award at Venice

George Clooney will be honored with the Golden Lion for Lifetime Achievement at the Venice Film Festival, recognizing a career that has spanned acting, directing and producing, as well as his long-standing relationship with both the festival and Italy. The Oscar-winning filmmaker and actor has been a familiar presence on the Venice Lido over the years, returning with several projects, most recently Netflix's Jay Kelly. Clooney also shares close personal ties with Italy, where he owns a home in the Lake Como region and was married in Venice. Reacting to the announcement, Clooney said: "I've had so many extraordinary moments in Venice.

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‘Satluj’ Removed From Streaming in India as Censorship Row Continues

Diljit Dosanjh-starrer Satluj, the long-delayed human rights drama directed by Honey Trehan, has been removed from streaming in India just days after its release on Zee5, marking the latest chapter in the film's prolonged censorship battle. The film premiered on the streaming platform on 3 July but was taken down two days later. Announcing the decision on social media, Zee5 said, "In light of current developments, Satluj will be unavailable in India until further notice." The platform did not specify what those "current developments" were. However, it reiterated its support for the film, stating that it is "committed to exploring every appropriate avenue through due process to bring the film back to our audiences."

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Major New Installations by Anish Kapoor Now on View at the Southbank Centre’s Hayward Gallery

As a centrepiece of the Southbank Centre’s 75th anniversary programme, the Hayward Gallery presents a landmark exhibition from Anish Kapoor (16 June – 18 October 2026), marking his highly-anticipated return to the space after it was the first public gallery in the UK to host a major survey of his work in 1998. Curated by Ralph Rugoff, the show spans new and seminal works, offering a series of spectacular encounters with Kapoor’s sculptures and paintings acrossthe entire gallery and its terraces. Anish Kapoor is internationally renowned for making art that provokes the senses and the mind.

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The Last Princesses of Punjab Exhibition Is Now Open

A new exhibition unveiled at Kensington Palace will, for the first time, bring together rarely seen objects and personal stories to illuminate the extraordinary life of Princess Sophia Duleep Singh – Punjabi princess, pioneering suffragette, and the goddaughter of Queen Victoria. Bringing together personal photographs, letters, and rarely seen objects from the lives of six royal women, this is the first major exhibition to explore Sophia’s story alongside the powerful women who shaped her – her sisters Catherine and Bamba, her mother Bamba Müller, grandmother Jind Kaur and godmother Queen Victoria.

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