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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Brave, quirky, and compassionate." ✨ Tanisha Zaman gets real in our latest Rapid Fire! 🔥 From defining true beauty as unapologetic authenticity to her passionate advocacy for free school meals and clean water for youth, her answers are nothing short of inspiring. #TanishaZaman #EasternEye

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

YourLavaan founder Harpreet Kaur shares her advice for young people searching for a life partner, explaining why self-growth, emotional security and genuine intention matter more than rushing into a relationship. Watch the full conversation. youtu.be/WY1TBF3Ne9E?... #YourLavaan

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

YourLavaan founder Harpreet Kaur shares how she's helping British Sikhs find meaningful relationships through trust, compatibility and shared values rather than endless swiping. Watch the full conversation : youtu.be/WY1TBF3Ne9E?...

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

Receiving the Eastern Eye ACTA Award for Film, TV & Drama – Best Actor 2026, Nitin Ganatra expressed his heartfelt gratitude for the unexpected recognition. Click here to view the full list of the winners: actas.co.uk/winners/2026... Full Video: youtu.be/8wKllOrZbtc #ACTA2026

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

After receiving the Eastern Eye ACTA Award for Music – Traditional 2026, Chandra Chakraborty reflected on one of the most unforgettable moments of her career. Click here to view the full list of the winners: actas.co.uk/winners/2026... Full Video : youtu.be/C-5dKcjzH38 #ACTA2026

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Thank you, Kavi Pau, for your heartfelt words after receiving the Eastern Eye ACTA Best Emerging Artist Award 2026. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition. Click here to view the full list of the winners: actas.co.uk/winners/2026... youtu.be/WTTUzwgTkWw #ACTA2026

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Amit Chana, winner of the Eastern Eye ACTA Award for Best Director 2026 reflects on his commitment to making space for British Asian talent and audiences. Click here to view the full list of the winners: actas.co.uk/winners/2026... Full Video: youtu.be/TGcB6kOI0Rs #ACTA2026 #EasternEye

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 11/07/2026

Nikki Bedi reflects on the moments that have shaped her career after winning the Eastern Eye ACTA Award for Best Presenter 2026. Watch Nikki Bedi's inspiring reflections on her journey. View the full list of the winners: actas.co.uk/winners/2026... Full Video: youtu.be/gzMedOoh8Tc #ACTA2026

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Congratulations to Pravesh Kumar, winner of the Eastern Eye #ACTA Award for Best Script Writer 2026 for Surinderella. His team accepted the award on his behalf and shared his heartfelt gratitude. View the full list of the winners: actas.co.uk/winners/2026... Full Video: youtu.be/18yFvxflaWI

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

After Indian Ink won the Eastern Eye ACTA Award for Best Production 2026, Hampstead Theatre Chief Executive and Executive Producer Greg Ripley-Duggan reflected on the journey. Click here to view the full list of the winners: actas.co.uk/winners/2026... Full Video: youtu.be/x36BKeZg6gg #ACTA2026

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Congratulations to Rana Dasgupta, winner of the Eastern Eye ACTA Award for History 2026 for After Nations: The Making and Unmaking of a World Order. Click here to view the full list of the winners: actas.co.uk/winners/2026... Full Video: youtu.be/mUdwEJzoCfs #ACTA2026 #EasternEye

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

For Imran Mahmood, receiving the Eastern Eye ACTA Award for Crime Fiction 2026 for Finding Sophie was a deeply personal moment. Click here to view the full list of the winners: actas.co.uk/winners/2026... Full Video: youtu.be/TeeWqe8xtNo #ACTA2026 #EasternEye

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Congratulations to Manish Chauhan, winner of the Eastern Eye ACTA Award for Fiction 2026 for his acclaimed debut novel, Belgrave Road. Click here to view the full list of the winners: actas.co.uk/winners/2026... Full video: youtu.be/95xIOKVRsTM #ACTA2026

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Monisha Rajesh won the Eastern Eye ACTA Award for Nonfiction 2026 for Moonlight Express: Around the World by Night Train. Click here to view the full list of the winners: actas.co.uk/winners/2026... Full video: youtu.be/VoavS-vD7PU #ACTA2026

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

After 15 years of unwavering dedication, Amina Khayyam accepted the Eastern Eye ACTA award for Dance 2026 with humility and heartfelt gratitude. Click here to view the full list of winners: actas.co.uk/winners/2026... Full Interview video: youtu.be/0CS8_nxmnVk #ACTA2026

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Dr Henry Noltie accepts the Eastern Eye Award for Arts for Flora Indica at the Eastern Eye Arts, Culture and Theatre Awards (ACTA) in London. Watch what he had to say after receiving the honour. Click here to view full list of winners: actas.co.uk/winners/2026... #ACTA2026 #EasternEye

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

The Eastern Eye Editor's Special Award was presented in honour of Naz Shah MP at the #ACTA in London. The award recognised her memoir, Survival, Strength and My Path to Politics, and was accepted on her behalf. Watch the special moment. actas.co.uk/winners/2026...

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Arti Shah and James Hameed accept the Eastern Eye Trailblazer Award for Paddington The Musical at the Eastern Eye Arts, Culture and Theatre Awards ( #ACTA ). Watch their reaction and hear what the honour means to them. Click here to view full list of winners: actas.co.uk/winners/2026...

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Sir Anish Kapoor reflects on receiving the Eastern Eye Outstanding Contribution to the Creative Industries award at the Eastern Eye Arts, Culture and Theatre Awards ( #ACTA ) in London. Watch what the celebrated artist had to say. Click here to view full list of winners: actas.co.uk/winners/2026...

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

Who are the British Asians recognised in this year's King's Birthday Honours List? From medicine and business to technology and community service, here's a look at some of the most notable recipients. #KingsBirthdayHonours #BritishAsians #HonoursList2026 #DiversityAndInclusion

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Raghu Dixit reflects on the impact a song can have and why connecting with listeners remains at the heart of what he does #RaghuDixit #Music #SingerSongwriter #IndianMusic #LiveMusic #MusicLovers #ArtistSpotlight #Musicians #Inspiration #Storytelling #MusicJourney #Entertainment

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

Raghu Dixit reveals why this concert will be more than a celebration of familiar favourites #RaghuDixit #LiveMusic #Concert #IndianMusic #MusicLovers #SingerSongwriter #LivePerformance #MusicEvent

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Shin-Fei Chen hopes audiences leave Hotpot with a sense of connection to the story, the characters, and something familiar within themselves. #ShinFeiChen #HotpotFilm #IndependentFilm #IndieCinema #FilmFestival #AsianCinema #Storytelling #Filmmaking

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

Britain's youth employment crisis is deepening. Major retailers are warning that entry-level job opportunities are shrinking, raising concerns for young people entering the workforce. What's behind the trend, and how can it be reversed? 🎥 Watch the full breakdown. #YouthEmployment #UKJobs

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

From Rajasthan to Fiji's sugar plantations, this is the story of a forgotten migration. Shana Chandra discusses the history behind her acclaimed debut novel, Banjara. #ShanaChandra #Banjara #Girmitiya #IndianHistory #IndoFijian #MigrationHistory #BritishEmpire #SouthAsianHistory #Books

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 06/06/2026

Watch our latest video to find out how rising costs are reshaping summer holiday plans across the UK — and why more families are choosing staycations over overseas trips. #TravelTrends #FamilyTravel #CostOfLiving #TravelNews #DomesticTourism #HolidayPlanning #TravelIndustry #BudgetTravel

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Marilyn Monroe would have turned 100 in 2026. While her life was tragically short, her impact on cinema, celebrity culture and popular imagination remains unmatched. A century after her birth, the Hollywood icon continues to inspire new generations. #MarilynMonroe #MarilynAt100 #HollywoodIcon

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

One small scene in the new Toy Story 5 trailer has reignited Pixar’s long-running shared universe theory. Fans believe Jessie’s horse moment resembles a famous Ratatouille scene, adding another possible clue to a debate that has lasted for years. #ToyStory5 #Pixar #DisneyPixar #Ratatouille

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

Netflix’s cancellation list for 2026 is growing fast. While some series have been cut short, others are getting planned endings. From Class to Emily in Paris, viewers are once again asking whether streaming platforms are ending shows too quickly. #Netflix #Streaming #TVShows

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 23/05/2026

"You don’t start with billions. You start with clarity and one real connection at a time" Sash Jayasinghe on building purpose-driven businesses for south Asians. #SashJayasinghe #Entrepreneurship #BusinessMindset #StartupJourney #PurposeDriven #SouthAsianEntrepreneur #BusinessSuccess

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

Channel 4’s Vengeance: Murder on the Heath revisits the shocking 2011 “Honeytrap Murder” case through the lens of Britain’s young Sikh community, featuring a powerful cast of rising British Asian actors. #VengeanceMurderOnTheHeath #Channel4 #TrueCrime #HoneytrapMurder #BritishAsian

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

The Iran war didn’t just shake global politics — it boosted profits for oil giants like Shell and BP. Rising crude prices, trading gains, and higher fuel costs helped energy companies earn billions while consumers paid more worldwide. Here are 5 ways oil companies profited during the conflict.

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Bishi Bhattacharya on whether music can spark conversations around taboo issues in ways other platforms cannot. #BishiBhattacharya #Music #Art #MentalHealth #SocialChange #TabooTopics #CreativeExpression

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Vijay’s political debut shocks Tamil Nadu! His party TVK wins 108 seats in its first election—just short of a majority. From cinema icon to CM contender, is this the start of a new political era? #Vijay #TVK #TamilNaduPolitics #ElectionResults #IndianPolitics #PoliticalDebut

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

"If she could make it out, we could too. That's when I knew it's my responsibility." Unza Saleem on art as hope for south Asian girls #ArtAsHope #SouthAsianVoices #RepresentationMatters #WomenInArt

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

"It's my responsibility to paint these women, to let them know they're not alone." Unza Saleem on painting south Asian women's untold stories #UnzaSaleem #ArtWithPurpose #SouthAsianWomen #RepresentationMatters

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

From accessibility gaps to high street revival, #GinaPatel outlines the real issues shaping her campaign—driven by what residents told her they want for Wednesbury’s future. Read full story - www.easterneye.biz/gina-patel-r...

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Gina Patel is stepping into politics to change who gets heard. She shares why representation, accessibility and lived experience pushed her to stand for public office in Wednesbury. Read full story - www.easterneye.biz/gina-patel-r... #DiversityInLeadership #LocalPolitics

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

Every milestone has a way of shifting what comes next. The finish line has a way of moving. Fathima Hakkim on ambition, growth, and redefining what success really means. www.easterneye.biz/fathima-hakk... #Success #Growth #Ambition #CareerJourney #FathimaHakkim #MindsetShift

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

Environment, access, and early experiences quietly shape how we see ourselves. Somewhere between childhood and adulthood, many people stop calling themselves creative. Fathima Hakkim reflects on why. www.easterneye.biz/fathima-hakk... #Creativity #CreativeConfidence #Mindset #FathimaHakkim

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is taking over IPL 2026. At 15, he’s the fastest to 1,000 T20 runs (473 balls). Serious talent. 👉 www.easterneye.biz/vaibhav-soor... #VaibhavSooryavanshi #IPL2026 #T20Cricket #IndianCricket #CricketNews #IPLHighlights #CricketRecords #SportsNews #YoungCricketer #CricketFans

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 24/04/2026

Rumours were doing the rounds about Deepika Padukone and her role in Raaka 👀 What do you think about this? Drop your thoughts in the comments 👇 Read more: www.easterneye.biz/deepika-padu... #DeepikaPadukone #Raaka #AlluArjun #Atlee #BollywoodNews #SouthCinema

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 20/04/2026

Her music crossed countries, genres and generations. Asha Bhosle built a global presence through early collaborations, chart moments like Brimful of Asha, and influence that reached artists like Black Eyed Peas. Here’s how it happened. #AshaBhosle #IndianMusic #GlobalMusic #MusicLegacy

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 18/04/2026

Prices are shifting. Markets are adjusting. And Asia is at the centre of it. From EV competition in the UK to billion-dollar expansion plans in Asia, this week’s stories show how deeply connected these two regions have become. Watch the full roundup. #BusinessInsights #UKNews #AsiaMarkets

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 14/04/2026

“What stays with you after Rukhsati? From relationships to letting go, the play explores emotions that cut across cultures.” #Rukhsati #Theatre #SouthAsianCulture #EmotionalJourney #LettingGo #LoveAndLoss #CulturalStories

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Eastern Eye News @easterneye.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

“Rooted in a South Asian, Muslim context, but speaking to something universal. We talk love, change, and what Rukhsati leaves behind with its audience.” #Rukhsati #SouthAsianStories #MuslimNarratives #Storytelling #LoveAndChange #CulturalStories #Cinema #EmotionalJourney

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