After successfully entertaining the audience in the USA and India, Siddharth Randeria will be presenting his play, “Gujju Bhai Banya Dabang” in the UK....
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4th Nov 2026 | Updated at 06:35pm 4th Nov 2026
Ramayana: Rise of a Legend pairs Indian storytelling with global filmmaking talent
A landmark of Indian storytelling is preparing for a worldwide cinematic release. Ramayana: Rise of a Legend, the first part of a two-film adaptation, is scheduled to arrive in cinemas on 5 November. Directed by Nitesh Tiwari, it stars Ranbir...
‘How can culture create genuine human connection?’
A trained Bharatanatyam dancer, Ramasubramanian developed an intimate understanding of how traditional artistic forms communicate narrative, emotion and philosophy. But her interests soon moved beyond performance. Having lived in both India...
When folklore finds a woman's voice
What if the women at the centre of our most beloved stories were allowed to tell them themselves?
“It’s already homogenising us”: Can artists push AI to protect, not erase?
Artificial intelligence is already seeping into galleries, rehearsal rooms and our everyday feeds, quietly reshaping how creativity works in Britain.
Bringing India’s timeless stories to a new generation
British Indian author Lakshmi Kaul’s debut book celebrates the childhood adventures of Hindu deities, encouraging families to preserve India’s rich storytelling traditions and pass them on to future generations.
“Nature is in almost every aspect of memory”
From ancient tree groves and hidden forests to the crumbling walls of historic forts, acclaimed nature writer and conservation biologist Neha Sinha uncovers the wild side of Delhi in her latest book, ‘My Wild City: Finding Nature, Meaning, and...
Sir John Tavener’s unseen opera ‘Krishna’ set for stage debut
- 27 May 2026
Grange Park Opera in Surrey will stage the world premiere of an opera based on Lord Krishna on 4 June 2026, marking the first-ever performance of the work.Directed by Sir David Pountney with choreography by Shobana Jeyasingh, the production...
A poignant tale of friendship, migration and memory
This December, the Old Fire Station in Oxford is inviting audiences to step into the final days of 1999, a world of Woolworths pick ’n’ mix, party tunes, and the nervous excitement of a new century.
Suitable actors for A Suitable Boy
- 12 Aug 2019
A Suitable Boy is believed to be the first BBC drama without a British actor, although it has been written by Andrew Davies, 82, who is known for his adaptations of Pride and Prejudice, vanity Fair and Bleak House.
Male BBC stars face pay cut
Following accusations on gender bias in regards to remuneration, as reported in last week's Asian Voice, the BBC's highest earning male stars are facing pay cut as the British corporation attempts to handle the controversy about gender discrimination.
Joi Barua takes his Assamese roots on a journey across the universe
For Assamese musician Joi Barua, teleportation is not merely a concept borrowed from quantum physics. On Teleportation (Unbound), it becomes something deeply personal: a journey that carries his language, childhood, cultural identity and family...
Indie artist Gini on music, identity and going global
Indian indie sensation Gini is rapidly rising as one of the most promising voices in the country’s independent music scene. With soulful hits like Sukoon, Aasaan, and others resonating deeply with listeners, she has already carved out a loyal...
Brick Lane Circle launches pilot project book, “Knowing One Another”
On Monday 20th April 2015, the Rich Mix in Bethnal Green played host to the Brick Lane Circle, where they launched the book, “Knowing One Another” under their publication and funded by the Big Lottery Fund. There are several authors who have contributed towards the content of the book, looking at diverse cultural attributes and traits, ranging from backgrounds such as Ugandan, Pakistani and Moroccan.
