A unique exhibition, billed as the first of its kind in the UK, will tell the story of the Indian portrait over three centuries, exploring the fascinating ways in which artists have approached the depiction of the human form and the changing role of portraiture.
Benegal, one of India's leading filmmakers, is in the UK for a series of events exploring his vast career and celebrating his achievements in Indian cinema.
Abhishek opened the 10-day series of events with a BAFTA interview and gala dinner on Friday, wrapping his jam-packed visit with an Actors Masterclass at a West End cinema on Saturday, before flying back to India.
The film, produced by Farah's home production Three's Company Pvt Ltd and co-produced by Akshay Kumar's Hari Om Productions, as finalised 24 December 2010 for release.
Nephew of screen legend Dharmendra and cousin to Sunny and Bobby, Abhay Deol might hail from the film fraternity, but that does not mean you will catch him running around the trees or playing the action hero. Steve Baker catches up with him as he readies for his next release, Road, Movie on 5 March.
This week sees the opening of the Tongues on Fire 12th London Asian Film Festival (5-14 March 2010), scheduled to be attended by leading Bollywood figures including Abhishek Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai, Jaya Bachchan, Soha Ali Khan and Sharmila Tagore.
