Culture news · 17 October 2026
Tamil film composer Deva dies at 75 in Chennai
Veteran Tamil music composer and singer Deva, known as 'Thenisai Thendral', died in Chennai on October 17, 2026, aged 75, after a reported heart attack.
UNESCO marks third International Day of Intangible Cultural Heritage
Communities, cultural institutions and governments worldwide staged events on October 17, 2026 for the third UNESCO International Day of Intangible Cultural Heritage.
BFI London Film Festival weekend hosts packed Day 11 slate
On October 17, 2026, the 70th BFI London Film Festival ran its penultimate day with premieres including 'Paper Tiger', 'Look Back' and 'Minotaur' across partner cinemas.
Boston Book Festival draws 25,000 to Copley Square with Emily Wilson
The 18th Boston Book Festival filled Copley Square on October 17, 2026, headlined by 'Odyssey' translator Emily Wilson with more than 200 authors and 80 events.
'Jesus Christ Superstar' revival opens at Theatre Royal Drury Lane
The acclaimed Regent's Park Open Air Theatre revival of 'Jesus Christ Superstar', led by Sam Ryder, began its winter run at London's Theatre Royal Drury Lane with weekend performances on October 17, 2026.