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Indian Express
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Homebound's Vishal Jethwa says 'stardom starts here' after posing with Orry at Cannes
Orhan Awatramani aka Orry aka stars BFF, was also a part of Cannes and shared many fun videos and photos with the Indian celebs who made it to the much talked about film festival.
The Star
5 days ago
- Business
- The Star
KK-Labuan ferry resumes operations with first trip at capacity
Hajiji (right) with Zaliha at the launch of the jetty and ferry service at KK Port's CIOS Terminal on May 27. – BERNAMApic LABUAN: The Labuan-Kota Kinabalu-Labuan express ferry service officially resumed operations on Wednesday (May 28), restoring a crucial transport link after a suspension of more than three years because of the Covid-19 pandemic. The Labuan-based Kinabalu Express departed the Labuan International Ferry Terminal (LIFT) at 10am at capacity. The return trip from Kota Kinabalu is scheduled for 8am Thursday (May 29). The vessel can accommodate 212 passengers, offering 146 economy and 66 business class seats. Daily trips will continue until Tuesday (June 3) to coincide with the Harvest Festival and school holidays. From June 4 onwards, the ferry will operate every Friday, Saturday and Sunday, with possible adjustments based on demand. A promotional fare campaign is being conducted until Aug 3 in conjunction with the Borneo Flora Festival (BFF), aimed at encouraging ridership. During this period, Malaysians may buy tickets for RM35 (adults) and RM22.50 (children), while business class fares are RM45 and RM27.50 respectively. Foreign passengers will be charged RM80 (adults) and RM45 (children) for economy, and RM90 and RM50 for first class. Standard fares will apply from June 4, with slight increases across categories. Tickets are available online at and can also be purchased at LIFT or the Jesselton Point ticketing counters in Kota Kinabalu. Prior to the pandemic, the route served up to 120,000 passengers annually. LIFT chief executive officer Noor Halim Zaini, when met on Wednesday, hoped the ferry's return would spur regional tourism and help revitalise Labuan's local economy. On Tuesday (May 27), it was reported that Putrajaya had approved a RM1.3mil allocation for Kota Kinabalu Port jetty repair and upgrading works as a prerequisite for restoring the express ferry service with Labuan. Minister in the Prime Minister's Department (Federal Territories) Datuk Seri Dr Zaliha Mustafa said improved connectivity between the two areas would stimulate growth across various sectors and strengthen the Bornean states' economic bloc. "…this express ferry service carries great significance as it is set to become a catalyst for the regional economic, social, and developmental networks, including reinforcing family ties, facilitating the community's daily affairs, supply chains, and local socio-economic dynamics," she said at the jetty and passenger ferry launching ceremony by Sabah Chief Minister Datuk Seri Hajiji Noor at Kota Kinabalu Port. – Bernama
The Sun
5 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Labuan-KK ferry resumes operations, first trip at full capacity
LABUAN: The Labuan-Kota Kinabalu-Labuan express ferry service officially resumed operations today, restoring a crucial transport link between Labuan and the Sabah mainland after a suspension of more than three years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Labuan-based Kinabalu Express, at full capacity, departed the Labuan International Ferry Terminal (LIFT), which is managed by LDA Holdings, at 10 am, with the return trip from Kota Kinabalu scheduled for May 29 at 8 am. The vessel, operated by Double Power, can accommodate 212 passengers, offering 146 economy and 66 business class seats. Daily trips will continue from May 28 to June 3 to coincide with the Harvest Festival and school holidays. From June 4 onwards, the ferry will operate every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, with possible adjustments based on demand. A promotional fare campaign is being introduced from today until Aug 3 in conjunction with the Borneo Flora Festival (BFF), aimed at encouraging ridership. During this period, Malaysian adults can purchase economy tickets at RM35 and children at RM22.50, while first-class fares are RM45 and RM27.50, respectively. Foreign passengers will be charged RM80 (adults) and RM45 (children) for economy, and RM90 and RM50 for first class. Standard fares will apply starting June 4, with slight increases across categories. Tickets are available online at and can also be purchased at the Labuan International Ferry Terminal and Jesselton Point ticketing counters in Kota Kinabalu. Prior to the pandemic, the route served up to 120,000 passengers annually. LIFT chief executive officer Noor Halim Zaini, when met here today, expressed hope that the ferry's return will spur regional tourism and help revitalise Labuan's local economy.
The Sun
5 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Labuan-KK ferry restarts after 3-year suspension
LABUAN: The Labuan-Kota Kinabalu-Labuan express ferry service officially resumed operations today, restoring a crucial transport link between Labuan and the Sabah mainland after a suspension of more than three years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Labuan-based Kinabalu Express, at full capacity, departed the Labuan International Ferry Terminal (LIFT), which is managed by LDA Holdings, at 10 am, with the return trip from Kota Kinabalu scheduled for May 29 at 8 am. The vessel, operated by Double Power, can accommodate 212 passengers, offering 146 economy and 66 business class seats. Daily trips will continue from May 28 to June 3 to coincide with the Harvest Festival and school holidays. From June 4 onwards, the ferry will operate every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, with possible adjustments based on demand. A promotional fare campaign is being introduced from today until Aug 3 in conjunction with the Borneo Flora Festival (BFF), aimed at encouraging ridership. During this period, Malaysian adults can purchase economy tickets at RM35 and children at RM22.50, while first-class fares are RM45 and RM27.50, respectively. Foreign passengers will be charged RM80 (adults) and RM45 (children) for economy, and RM90 and RM50 for first class. Standard fares will apply starting June 4, with slight increases across categories. Tickets are available online at and can also be purchased at the Labuan International Ferry Terminal and Jesselton Point ticketing counters in Kota Kinabalu. Prior to the pandemic, the route served up to 120,000 passengers annually. LIFT chief executive officer Noor Halim Zaini, when met here today, expressed hope that the ferry's return will spur regional tourism and help revitalise Labuan's local economy.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Film carnival in city from June 6 to 9
Bhubaneswar: Film buffs in the capital city are all set to enjoy classic films as the Bhubaneswar Film Festival (BFF) 2025 returns with a fresh edition from June 6 to 9. Organised by the Bhubaneswar Film Circle, this year's theme is "An Indian Language Film Carnival," which will bring a rich and diverse showcase of Indian cinema rooted in regional languages and culture. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The four-day festival will feature an eclectic mix of genres, from celebrated classics to groundbreaking avant-garde films, offering audiences an opportunity to immerse themselves in the rich tapestry of Indian storytelling. A curated line-up of landmark films, many of which are considered milestones in India's cinematic history, will be screened, highlighting the linguistic and thematic diversity of the sub-continent. The festival will feature iconic works from legendary filmmakers, representing multiple states, languages, and time periods. Along with Odia films, this year the screening list includes award-winning Hindi, Urdu, Marathi, Gujarati, Chhattisgarhi, Bengali, Tiwa, and Kannada films. The Bhubaneswar Film Festival is not limited to film screenings alone. It will also host panel discussions, filmmaker interactions, retrospectives, and masterclasses aimed at engaging students, critics, and aspiring filmmakers. These sessions will delve into the art and politics of cinema, the challenges of preserving regional film heritage, and the future of Indian language films in the digital age. There will be a masterclass on screenplay writing on June 7 and a masterclass on acting on June 8. "Over the years, the Bhubaneswar Film Festival has emerged as a significant cultural event in Odisha, bringing the city's cinephiles together and building a platform for meaningful dialogue around cinema. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now With the 2025 edition, BFF hopes to strengthen as an inclusive, forward-thinking celebration of Indian cinema's plurality," said Sanjoy Patnaik, a member of the festival management committee. BFF will hold an obituary for eminent filmmaker Shyam Benegal by screening one of his best creations, 'Ankur'. Odisha recently lost the very popular and adorable Uttam Mohanty, one of the brightest superstars of Odia cinema, and BFF will showcase his films. Besides, BFF will celebrate the birth centenary of two of the most brilliant filmmakers of India, Guru Dutt and Ritwik Ghatak, by screening their classics and hosting memorial lectures by experts.
