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SUMMARY:Book Launch: Men Like Ours — Bindu Bansinath with Daphne Palasi Andreades
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the launch of Men Like Ours\, the debut novel by author Bindu Bansinath. Bansinath will be joined in conversation by acclaimed writer Daphne Palasi Andreades for an evening discussing identity\, family\, masculinity\, and contemporary South Asian storytelling.\nThe event will include a reading\, conversation\, audience Q&A\, and book signing. \nAbout the Speakers:\nBindu Bansinath is a writer and journalist whose work explores culture\, diaspora\, and gender. Men Like Ours marks her debut novel.\nDaphne Palasi Andreades is the author of the critically acclaimed novel Brown Girls.
URL:https://newyorkwala.com/event/book-launch-men-like-ours-bindu-bansinath-with-daphne-palasi-andreades/
LOCATION:Greenlight Bookstore\, 686 Fulton Street\, Brooklyn\, 11217\, United States
CATEGORIES:Books
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SUMMARY:NYIFF 2026 – Special Pre-Festival Screening: Sholay
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 New York Indian Film Festival opens its pre-festival celebrations with a special screening of the iconic Hindi classic Sholay (1975)\, directed by Ramesh Sippy. Widely regarded as one of the greatest Indian films ever made\, the epic action-drama blends western\, adventure\, comedy\, and tragedy while following two small-time criminals hired to stop the notorious bandit Gabbar Singh. The film remains a landmark in Indian cinema for its unforgettable performances\, music\, and cultural impact.
URL:https://newyorkwala.com/event/nyiff-2026-special-pre-festival-screening-sholay/
LOCATION:Village East by Angelika — Theatre 1\, 181-189 2nd Ave\, New York\, NY\, 10003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Movies
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SUMMARY:NYIFF 2026 – Opening Night Film: Boong
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 New York Indian Film Festival opens with Boong\, the acclaimed Manipuri coming-of-age drama directed by Lakshmipriya Devi. The BAFTA-winning film follows a young boy from Imphal who embarks on a journey to find his missing father\, blending childhood adventure with themes of family\, resilience\, and life in contemporary Manipur. The film has earned international recognition for its heartfelt storytelling and vivid portrayal of northeastern India.
URL:https://newyorkwala.com/event/nyiff-2026-opening-night-film-boong/
LOCATION:Village East by Angelika — Theatre 1\, 181-189 2nd Ave\, New York\, NY\, 10003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Movies
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SUMMARY:An Evening with Bibhu Mohapatra
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the Council of Fashion Designers of America\, present Bibhu Mohapatr in conversation with Marc Karimzadeh\nThe National Arts Club and its Fashion Committee\, in partnership with the Council of Fashion Designers of America\, present Bibhu Mohapatra in conversation with Marc Karimzadeh for an exploration of his illustrious career.
URL:https://newyorkwala.com/event/an-evening-with-bibhu-mohapatra/
LOCATION:The National Arts Club\, 15 Gramercy Park South\, New York\, NY\, 10003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fashion
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260530T210000
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SUMMARY:NYIFF 2026 – Full Plate
DESCRIPTION:Full Plate screens as part of the 2026 New York Indian Film Festival (NYIFF). The contemporary drama explores themes of economic survival\, faith\, and social expectations\, examining the tensions between personal ambition and community responsibility. The screening is part of NYIFF’s annual showcase of independent Indian cinema and South Asian storytelling.
URL:https://newyorkwala.com/event/nyiff-2026-full-plate/
LOCATION:Village East by Angelika — Theatre 2\, 181-189 2nd Ave\, New York\, 10003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Movies
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SUMMARY:NYIFF 2026 – How To Not Have Sex and Distance
DESCRIPTION:This NYIFF 2026 double-feature presentation pairs the feature film How To Not Have Sex with the short film Distance\, exploring themes of intimacy\, emotional disconnect\, memory\, and unresolved relationships. The screening highlights contemporary independent storytelling focused on human connection and personal identity\, continuing NYIFF’s showcase of boundary-pushing South Asian cinema.\nFilms Included: \nHow To Not Have Sex (Feature)\nDistance (Short Film)
URL:https://newyorkwala.com/event/nyiff-2026-how-to-not-have-sex-and-distance/
LOCATION:Village East by Angelika — Theatre 4\, 181-189 2nd Ave\, New York\, 10003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Movies
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SUMMARY:NYIFF 2026 – Ha Lyngkha Bneng (The Elysian Field)
DESCRIPTION:Ha Lyngkha Bneng (The Elysian Field) is the latest feature from acclaimed Khasi filmmaker Pradip Kurbah. Set in a remote village in Meghalaya\, the film explores themes of migration\, loneliness\, survival\, and fading rural communities as younger generations leave for urban life. Through deeply human storytelling and atmospheric visuals\, the film captures the emotional landscape of a disappearing world while examining friendship\, resilience\, and memory. The film has received international recognition on the festival circuit\, including screenings at major international film festivals.
URL:https://newyorkwala.com/event/nyiff-2026-ha-lyngkha-bneng-the-elysian-field/
LOCATION:Village East by Angelika — Theatre 3\, 181-189 2nd Ave\, New York\, 10003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Movies
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SUMMARY:NYIFF 2026 – Closing Night Film: Tighee
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 New York Indian Film Festival closes with Tighee\, a contemporary South Asian feature exploring identity\, relationships\, and emotional resilience. As the festival’s Closing Night presentation\, the film reflects NYIFF’s continued focus on bold independent storytelling and emerging cinematic voices from the Indian diaspora and South Asia. The screening concludes four days of films\, conversations\, and cultural programming celebrating Indian cinema from around the world.
URL:https://newyorkwala.com/event/nyiff-2026-closing-night-film-tighee/
LOCATION:Village East by Angelika — Theatre 1\, 181-189 2nd Ave\, New York\, NY\, 10003\, United States
CATEGORIES:Movies
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