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Red Carpet 1 Year Film Tour Anniversary Screening + Stand Up Comedy by Haresh Sood

14 December 2025 - 2.00pm

The UK's first and only Indian filmmaker and barrister, Nottingham-based Haresh Sood, follows up his acclaimed debut My Niece’s Big Fat Delhi Wedding with his second feature documentary. This time, Haresh turns the lens on himself, exploring the challenges and societal pressures of being an unmarried 48-year-old British Indian male. The film intelligently delves into the taunts, discrimination and cultural expectations he’s faced, while offering a humorous yet poignant critique of the Indian matrimonial system. He simultaneously highlights the 'L' words we overlook in our lives to become happy, Labrador being one, and also looks into marriage and relationships universally. He goes on to educate the audience with his own new theory called the 'i theory', based upon a plethora of research as to why relationships work or fail. Haresh who has a background in Stand Up, will be performing an exclusively to mark one year of his film tour. See the trailer below.

A Message from Lucy Askew, CEO

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"We’re excited to welcome Director Haresh Sood, along with his trusty canine sidekick Pancho, for a special one-year anniversary screening of Cama Sood Harah, a film that encapsulates Broadway's ethos of platforming unique stories and personal experiences from across the world. After a successful tour of the UK, it’s a privilege to bring the film back to Nottingham for a red-carpet VIP event and we can’t wait to see everyone there!”

Line up of the day......

Experience the pre-event Red-Carpet VIP photo opportunity by Nottingham's Renowned Photographer, Christopher Frost with Sonny Patel playing the Dhol as you walk in.

(12.30pm-1.30pm open to all who are attending the event)

A Touch of Frost Photography is a freelance photography service based in Nottingham, led by Christopher Frost and his wife Gail. They have been producing the Nottingham Daily Photo for nearly 10 years and offer a range of services including weddings, events, portraits, and baby photography. Their work is characterised by a personal touch and a commitment to quality. Clients have included: Vivienne Westwood, Oxfam Beeston, Nottingham Playhouse,
Ofsted, Broxtowe Council, The Topper Newspaper, The Galleries of Justice, Beeston Civic Society, NAAC (Nottingham Asian Arts Council), Midnight Special (band), The Disco Prophets (Band), In Residence, Jeanie Barton Christopher actively works on the Beestonion Magazine.  Anyone interested in photography are invited to attend and meet Christopher.

Sonny. who is 14 years old, has been playing the dhol since he was 8. The dhol has become a big part of his musical career helping him with his leadership and confidence skills. he has played all over the city at multiple venues including Wollaton Hall and excited to greet audiences on the red carpet.

Live Interviews by Sushma Rawat on Camera - Educator and Film Analyst

Sushma Rawat will be interviewing attendees to hear about their creative projects on camera. Sushma is an accomplished orator, and passionate educator with a wealth of experience in projects involving diverse cultures.  Her previous roles have included, TV Ambassador to Women's TV, Presenter on Photo Club India, volunteering with Notts mum group to support young adults, a Pastoral Tutor,  an Executive committee member and above all, she is an very good presenter and host.  Earlier this year she invited Haresh to High Pavement College where he studied his A Levels to talk to Film and Law students. This is a unique event which she encourages all creatives and students across the city to attend.

A chance to network with local filmmakers and the key members of the Production Team behind Cama Sood Hara in the Mezz Bar

  • There will be an announcement of an exciting work experience opportunity with Haresh Sood Films

  • The unveiling of a groundbreaking film fund for 2026 from Haresh Sood Films

  • The launch of an all-new film course focused on audience development, film law and more for filmmakers, coming in 2026.

From Left to right, Saskia Wison, BAFTA nominee and Film Course Leader Sheffield Hallam University Film School, Sarita Sood, Head of Marketing, Film Publicist & Community Engagement Leader, Payal Sood, Colin Pons, Film Producer & Winner of Multiple awards including BAFTA, Sushma Rawat, Film Analyst & Educator and Will Cocker, Editor and Director of Photography.

 

Meet the Guest of honour- Harry Harish of BBC Radio Nottingham from 1984-2009 who will be there to network and share his BBC Journalism Journey.

For 25 years Harry Harish was a dedicated voice on BBC Radio Nottingham. He joined the team of the Asian programme Navrang meaning nine colours to reflect diversity, and since then there was no looking back.

 

He was a key pioneer in ensuring Nottingham’s South Asian Community got a voice that was much needed and missing in the 80's. He championed for change and approached the management to start another show called  Dhamaka leading to his late colleague Kaval Vaseer to join the BBC (with whom Haresh Sood was a journalist), Simultaneously they worked in conjunction with Presenter Satwinder Rana from Aaj Kal, at BBC Derby

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Harry Harish’s tenure was characterised by a commitment to quality programming and deep community engagement. His show entertained the listeners with film reviews, music, interviews and weekly competition tickets selected from his famous and hilarious ‘Valeti Topi’ (Indian Hat).

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His key career highlights & experience go beyond just being a producer and presenter for the Navrang Show. He is one of the key members of Nottingham’s Indian community who connected everyone and gave them a sense of belonging and connection through his show which was aired for 3 hours engaging community, cultural and social affairs. In his own words he says, 'From 90 minutes to 3 hours, Navrang I think was a great achievement with community focus in which Developed and maintained for a specific Culture, social, and  informational needs of the local Asian Community.'

 

Harry Harish was a genius when it came to delivery on air: Responsible for all aspects of the show, including scripting, music selection, latest news, technical production and live presentation. His high profile Interviews  & guests drew in listeners from all over the East Midlands, He cultivated extensive contacts to secure and conduct interviews with a wide range of guests including but not limited to, Nusrat F Ali Khan, Amitabh Bachchan, Dharmendra, Dilip Kumar, Dev Anand, Abrar-ul-Haq, Asha Bhosle, Gurdas Mann, Apachi Indian, Malkit Singh, Channi Singh, Surinder Shinda , Hans Raj Hans.....List goes on Sri Devi, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and many more such as Pankaj Udhas, Anup Jalota. His hard work and dedication grew the show and listenership making him one of Nottingham's key pioneers in the South Asian community.

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Outside of his radio life, he served as a special constable for or 7 Years  at Beeston Police Station. He says  ‘I am very grateful to the listeners of Navrang on BBC Radio Nottingham and community of Nottingham who supported me for 25 years. Big thank you from the bottom of my heart’.

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Even during his retirement he is always keen to educate the youth on how to become a good journalist/Presenter and Reporter. He is an inspiration to his family with whom he spends retired life with outside of which he tours the world with his wife Vijay! 

The event is supported by Truna Jaswal - Founder of British Indians Living in Dubai. 

Truna Jaswal, is the Founder of BILD, (British Indian Community in Dubai). This is created to support expats and their families building their new lives there.

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Established in 2019, British Indians Living in Dubai it has grown into the largest community of its kind in the in the UAE region, with thousands of members across our various platforms, BILD is growing by the day because of the hard work of Truna.  An Educator and Teacher by profession, she is dedicated to ensuring all Indians who join, benefit from the supportive community network she has created.

 

Whether you are considering or in the process of moving to Dubai, or you’ve just moved from the UK or you’re already settled in Dubai, the BILD Community offers a friendly, trusted space to connect, to support you to settle and thrive. We are a family away from home!

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Relocating to Dubai can feel exciting but also overwhelming, especially when navigating new systems, schools, neighbourhoods and services. BILD is here to make that transition easier. We support newcomers and long-term residents alike with practical guidance, local insights, trusted recommendations and a kind welcoming network you can truly rely on.

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Alongside social meetups, cultural events and support we also host regular professional networking events, giving members a chance to expand their contacts and explore BILDing connections across Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

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Joining BILD is simple. You can become part of our community through our WhatsApp, Facebook and LinkedIn groups, and don’t forget to follow us on Instagram at @bild_ae, where we share regular updates, events and ways to get involved.

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Whether you’re moving from the UK or already in Dubai and looking for connection, community and the comfort of familiar culture, BILD is here to welcome you!

Looking forward to meeting you in Dubai, See 2024's highlights in the video.

Highlight: Star of the film Pancho will be giving 'Paw'tographs. 

The event pays tribute to Satyawathi Yadav, Press Officer & Writer for Haresh Sood Films, who planned to join us for the one year anniversary, but we sadly lost in September.

Red Carpet VIP List Announced

Dame Jasvinder Sanghera CBE, DBE

Jasvinder is a highly influential and internationally respected leader, recognised for her outstanding contribution in the fields of humanitarianism and social justice. Her leadership spans over 30 years and has been pivotal in driving legislative and societal changes in the UK and internationally. Jasvinder was awarded a Damehood in The King’s Birthday Honours list in 2024, in recognition of her remarkable accomplishments and service to victims and survivors of abuse. She was born and raised in Derby and is a survivor of a forced marriage and is the founder of Karma Nirvana, a national charity that provides support to both men and women affected by honour-based crimes and forced marriages. Her memoir, 'Shame', was a Sunday Times Top 10 Bestseller and was described in the House of Lords as a 'political weapon'. Jasvinder is currently employed by Harrods as their Independent Survivor Advocate to support those abused. She is also a member of the Home Office Assurance Panel for Domestic Homicide Reviews nationally, and a member of the King's Award selection panel., click here.

The Lord Mayor of Nottingham

Councillor Patience Uloma Ifediora was born and raised in Enugu, Nigeria. A devoted Christian and active member of her church, she holds a BA in History and a Master’s degree in Political Science (International Relations). She began her professional career in the banking sector in Lagos before relocating to London in 1998. Before entering elected office, she worked with Nottingham City Council and E.ON Energy. In 2015, Patience was elected to represent the Aspley Ward, becoming the first woman of African descent elected to Nottingham City Council. She has served on several committees including Overview and Scrutiny, Call-in Panel, Children and Young People Scrutiny, Health Scrutiny, Trusts and Charities, Audit and Communities and Environment Scrutiny. Read full biography here; 

Sahdaish Pall BEM

Sahdaish Pall BEM has a colourful and vibrant career across the Women’s Rights sector spanning 30 years! She is a self-published author of two novels depicting lived experiences of VAWG, a qualified Level 4 adult trainer of VAWG subject matter, A qualified Life Coach and NLP Practitioner   and a  calm, strong and vocal campaigner for women’s rights. She is the Founder and Director of Kaur Lab UK CIC – an organisation focused on education, awareness, research and systemic change within the Sikh and South Asian communities. Kaur Lab UK CIC was launched to address the root causes of abuse, improve cultural understanding across services, and strengthen prevention, early intervention and community empowerment. Sahdaish co‑authored three landmark reports exposing the prevalence and impact of domestic and sexual abuse within the Sikh Punjabi community, work that continues to influence professionals, policy makers, and community leaders. Read more here.

Mayor of Gedling - Kyle Robinson Payne

Cllr. Kyle Robinson Payne is known for his committment to community engagement. In his address to the chamber, Mayor Robinson Payne announced that his chosen charity for the mayoral year will be the Motor Neurone Disease Association and MNDA Nottingham Branch based here in Gedling. When he assumed office, he confirmed that the new Mayor’s overarching theme of his year in office will be inclusivity. He said: “It is an absolute honour and a privilege to be given the opportunity to serve this wonderful borough and the people that call it home. We are are so fortunate to live in an area that is so friendly and welcoming to everyone no matter what your background or who you are. I want to send a message that this council is here for everyone and focus on the values and hopes that bring us together”. Click here to read more

Michael Payne MP

Michael Richard Payne is a British Labour Party politician who has been the Member of Parliament for Gedling since 2024. He has been a Nottinghamshire County councillor and deputy leader of Gedling Borough Council.  He is committed to ensuring everyone receives and achieves equal opportunities, Since he took up office in Gedling, he has very quickly become a household name because of his speed in achieving results.  He is visible and accessible which constituents are very happy to see. He is a firm advocate of gender equality and LGBTQ rights and an inspiration to many branding him a 'breath of fresh air'. Click here to lean more.

Davinder is an international executive leader with a distinguished career spanning over 30 years’ board-level experience across Europe, Asia and North America, holding C-suite positions within FTSE organisations, healthcare, consulting, private equity and public institutions. Recently, he has driven major transformations as Chief Operating Officer & Deputy Chief Executive of the Royal College of Nursing and as Executive Director of Transformation & Strategy at the MHRA (DHSC), shaping organisational strategy, financial sustainability and investment alignment across complex, multi-stakeholder environments. Deeply committed to public service, Davinder is an elected councillor and Cabinet Member for Finance, Investment, Treasury and Governance at Rushcliffe Borough Council Alongside his public sector work, Davinder serves as Chair of the Nottingham Asian Arts Council (NAAC), shaping artistic direction, organisational development and national partnerships that promote diverse creative voices and intercultural dialogue. He also Chairs the Nottingham Cricket in Cities Partnership, a committee at Nottinghamshire County Cricket Club advancing youth engagement, inclusion and wellbeing through sport. Click here to learn more.

Councillor Davinder Virdi & Chairman of Nottingham Asian Arts Council

The East London-based Relationship and Divorce Coach is on a mission to empower individuals to redefine their self-worth beyond societal expectations. Sonia first made headlines when she celebrated her divorce with a viral “divorce party” — a bold statement that personal happiness should never be sacrificed for outdated cultural norms. Her courageous act sparked critical conversations around self-worth, resilience, and the right to live authentically. However, Sonia’s journey of empowerment didn’t stop there. In early 2025, she faced a life-threatening health crisis that reshaped her understanding of strength and self-care. Hospitalised with pneumonia, influenza B, and a lung clot, she spent several days on life support — while those around her prepared for the worst. Waking up was not only a miracle but also a profound awakening. She realised how easily she had neglected her own well-being in the relentless pursuit of success and responsibility. As a single mother, Sonia had long believed she had no choice but to keep pushing forward — to provide, to achieve, and to meet every expectation placed upon her. But that experience became her greatest teacher. To learn more click here.

Rajesh Sharma - Community Big Brother

Rajesh is a lifelong dedicated volunteer and has been supporting the voluntary sector and local community for the past 40 years. He was the founding member of “Bringing People Together”, an organisation dedicated to uniting individuals from different backgrounds and circumstances, to share stories and experiences, with a view to bettering the connection between various groups, with a particular focus on the younger generation. Milestone projects include “Holding Hands in St Anns”, and “Caux – Initiatives of Change For Young People”. Rajesh has been involved in various other projects which enhance the education, culture, and religion of Hinduism. During Covid, he led a team of volunteers that cooked and delivered meals to hundreds of people as well as running a weekly food bank. Rajesh served as the Chairman of The Hindu Temple of Nottingham for eight consecutive years and was instrumental in the installation of new shrines at the Temple and improving the facilities overall, a true pillar of the community. He has been and remains on the Boards of the following organisations where he has served as Treasurer, Secretary and Chairman. Nottingham Asian Arts Association. Kala Niketan Hindi School and Nottingham West Lions Club.

Sonia Gupta, Renowned Relationship and Divorce Coach.

Dr Kamila Haider - APPNE 
Association of Pakistani Physicians of Northern Europe

Dr Kamila Haider has worked in Forensic psychiatry for around 21 years, specialising in various subspeciality of Psychiatry.
She serves as an executive member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists (Trent Division).  She is the member of Royal College of Psychiatrist. She is currently elected General Secretary of Association of Pakistani Physicians of Northern Europe (APPNE), where she aims to support Pakistani-heritage physicians working in Northern Europe for last four years. She has been an ex member of Royal College of Psychiatrists. Beyond clinical work, she also engages in public outreach — presenting health topics on radio (Radio Faza 97.1 FM) to improve health awareness. She has been supporting and involved in various projects of charity. She has organised various literacy programs as well.

Supported by:
Sneh Keshyap - Community Cohesion Consultant 

A pioneer in advocating for womens rights locally, Sneh was the first Indian women who set up a beauty clinic in Nottingham in the late 70s which she owned. With exceptional language skills, she later moved to work as a trainer for interpreters in the NHS Community services. She further progressed to work with the Nutrition and dietetics department enhancing community cohesion to promote healthy eating, especially in Indian communities. Her focus was on initiatives for diabetes and she then became the face of the East Midlands campaign showcased all over billboards and transport networks in Nottinghamshire and beyond. She was also actively involved with the  Hindu Temple as a social secretary and the Indian Women’s Association as a secretary for many years.  A mother of 3 highly educated daughters, Sneh has worked tirelessly in supporting girls in the community encouraging them to choose their own path in life and supported other parents. She is a role model and inspiration for many in the community.

Listen to Haresh on BBC Radio Nottingham about the film. Click below.

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A heartfelt thanks to Bhavesh, Nina and Neeta at Nottingham Asian Arts Council for supporting the film.

For Press enquiries
Email: film@hareshsood.com
Tel: (+44) 7958321591
Haresh Sood Films.

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