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Time of India
a day ago
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- Time of India
‘Retired' DHR coach turns cinema hall
1 2 3 4 Darjeeling: The Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR) has converted two of its decommissioned toy train coaches into a cinema hall at Kurseong station, offering film buffs a "heritage experience on the tracks" during the three-day DHRUMA film festival in the Hills. DHR director Rishav Choudhary shared that two decommissioned coaches stationed at Kurseong were repurposed into fully functional cinema spaces to provide an accessible film-viewing experience. A 52-inch TV has been installed inside each coach, which can accommodate 26 seats. The DHRUMA film festival launched its unique 'Screening on Wheels' concept, offering visitors an unprecedented opportunity to enjoy award-winning films inside the iconic toy train coaches. "This is the first time such an initiative was undertaken. It brought cinematic magic to the tracks and allowed both tourists and locals to experience our heritage in an entirely new way. A curated selection of award-winning short films and documentaries were screened inside the retrofitted compartments, completely free and open to all. We also held a blood donation camp on Friday, drawing participation from tourists, locals and railway staff alike," said Choudhary. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với sàn môi giới tin cậy IC Markets Tìm hiểu thêm Undo He added a masterclass on photojournalism and photography was conducted by Padma Shri awardee Sudharak Olwe, engaging aspiring photographers and storytellers from across the region. "The DHRUMA film festival will continue at Kurseong, with parallel screenings at Ramakrishna Siksha Parishad, Darjeeling, till Sunday. A session on filmmaking will be conducted by National Award-winning directors Anirban Datta and Amitabh Singh. The festival will end at Siliguri, where we will award the winners," Choudhary said. DHR officials emphasised that the summer festival aimed at infusing the hill stations with creative energy — providing a fresh attraction for tourists and a platform for local talent. Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Toy train film festival rolls out in Darjeeling
Screening going on inside a toy train Cinema hits the tracks as the DHRUMA Film Festival brings the first-ever screenings aboard the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, turning the region's iconic toy train into a moving theatre. Having begun on June 13, it will go on till June 15. The festival will screen films not just on board but also at venues like Kurseong Railway Station, Ram Krishna Siksha Parishad in Darjeeling, Elysia Palace Museum and The Cinderella Hotel in Siliguri. The festival invites viewers to experience films on the move, travelling through hills and platforms while the screen rolls on. Screening going on inside a toy train in Darjeeling Glimpses from the inauguration of the film festival Audiences will also get the chance to meet filmmakers like Amitabha Singh, Sudharak Olwe and Anirban Datta through sessions woven into the journey. With a mix of films from across the country and stops that blend heritage with motion, DHRUMA turns every screening into a passage where the story and the setting move together.
Time of India
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Darj to host fest on films about train journeys
Darjeeling: The iconic Darjeeling station of the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway (DHR) will host a film festival in the first week of June. This three-day cultural celebration will be organised in partnership with Dubai-based filmmaker Shrey Rajdeo. The organisers have confirmed that the festival will honour notable figures in Indian cinema. DHR director Rishav Choudhary explained that the festival, DHRUMA (Darjeeling Himalayan Railway Universal Motion Arts), derives its name from the Sanskrit word "dhruma," signifying smoke, which represents the railway's heritage. "The festival will focus on short films revolving around train journeys and the stories of children with special needs. This year, Bollywood star Riya Sen will be the special guest of honour. Actor Moon Moon Sen will be conferred with the lifetime achievement award" said Choudhary. The initial screenings will commence at Darjeeling station after regular railway operations, followed by two days of screenings at Bhanu Bhawan in central Darjeeling. The festival aims to support independent and regional language films. "We are also looking at adding activities like bike rallies and marathons to create a festive atmosphere," added Choudhary. "So far, we have received 35 film submissions, and entries will remain open until May 21," Rajdeo told TOI, adding that entried have come from Germany, Dubai, and Qatar, as well as films in Malayalam, Nepali, Bengali, and Hindi languages. "A total of 40 films will be screened, and submissions are completely free of charge," he added. The distinguished jury includes Sunzu Bachaspatimayum, noted filmmaker and journalist Amitabha Singh, national Award-winning cinematographer (Khosla Ka Ghosla, The Good Road) Himanshu Malik, actor-director (Tum Bin, Chitrakut) Anirban Dutta, national award-winning documentarian Mohammad Muslim, and Padma Shri filmmaker from Qatar and photojournalist, Sudharak Olwe.
