Launched by the British Council and GREAT Britain Campaign, as a part of this programme, the BFI (British Film Institute) has curated a special international touring event of British Shakespeare adaptations, spearheaded by 76-year-old McKellen.
Mumbai is the first stop on McKellen's global tour as the BFI's ambassador for 'Shakespeare Lives on Film'.
As part of the international tour, McKellen will be presenting "Richard III", a film he co-adapted for the big screen and starred in.
MAMI Film Club is partnering with the British Council, the BFI, GREAT, NCPA and Fountainhead MKTG to bring the programme to India.
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"I am a great admirer of sir Ian's work, and it is an honour for the Jio MAMI Film Club to be able to partner in this master class... This is a chance for film lovers to hear one of the most iconic actors of Shakespeare speak in our city. We could not have asked for a better launch for our Film Club," Kiran Rao, Chairperson, MAMI said.
The 'Shakespeare Lives On Film' screenings will be held on May 24 and McKellen's "Richard III" is also a part of it.
During his visit, McKellen will also be the guest of honour at the launch of the 7th Kashish Mumbai International Queer Festival, besides being a guest of honour at the Queen's Birthday Party, organised by the British High Commission.