StarDream Cruises Brings India's Spirit of Togetherness On Board with New Brand Films

Mumbai, 23 January 2026

There is a moment at sea when the noise of everyday life fades, time slows, and attention gently shifts to what truly matters. StarDream Cruises captures this sentiment through its latest brand storytelling, reflecting a more experience-led philosophy of cruising - one that prioritises ease, connection, and presence over packed itineraries.

As the brand deepens its engagement with Indian travellers, StarDream Cruises turns to film-led narratives to articulate what life on board truly feels like. Looking ahead to 2026, Disconnect to Reconnect emerges as the central theme guiding its communication, supported by the brand-defining tagline Perfect Moments. Together, they express a simple belief - when every detail is thoughtfully taken care of, travel creates space for deeper connections, meaningful experiences, and time well spent.

Two Films, One Shared Philosophy

This thinking comes alive through two distinct yet complementary brand films - A World Between S.E.A & SKY and A Voyage Called India - A Heart That Sails With Us.

The master brand film, A World Between S.E.A & SKY, shot aboard Genting Dream, explores the natural rhythm of life at sea. It brings together individuals, couples, families, friends, groups, and corporate travellers - all sharing the same space, yet moving at their own pace. From flavour-led culinary journeys and high-energy entertainment to elegant accommodation, reassuring safety, and attentive service, the film highlights how every element of the exotic world of luxury cruises experience works seamlessly in the background, allowing guests to simply be present in the moment.

A Voyage Called India - Culture That Feels Familiar

Complementing this is A Voyage Called India - A Heart That Sails With Us, a celebratory short film that reflects how deeply Indian culture is woven into the StarDream Cruises experience. Featuring families and groups from diverse linguistic and regional backgrounds - Marathi, Gujarati, Punjabi, Kannada, and Bengali - the film mirrors the richness and diversity of India itself.

From vegetarian, non-vegetarian, and Jain dining options to shared habits, conversations, and rituals on board, the film illustrates how familiarity and inclusion shape the cruising experience for Indian guests. It closes on a resonant idea - while languages and customs may differ, the feeling of belonging remains universal.

Cinema Screenings During Republic Day

Extending this storytelling beyond digital platforms, A Voyage Called India - A Heart That Sails With Us will also be screened in cinemas during the Republic Day period, alongside Border 2. Presented across 9 states, 2 Union Territories, 23 cities, and 63 screens from 23 to 29 January 2026, the cinematic rollout allows the story to be experienced collectively - in spaces where themes of identity, unity, and shared moments naturally resonate.

A Brand Built Around Intuitive Travel

Commenting on the films, Naresh Rawal, Senior Vice President - Sales & Marketing, StarDream Cruises, said, "Both these films reflect how we think about the StarDream Cruises experience today. A World Between S.E.A & SKY captures the rhythm of life on board, while A Voyage Called India - A Heart That Sails With Us focuses on how Indian travellers experience that journey. From food preferences and familiar comforts to the way families, friends, and groups come together, the films show how we have adapted cruising to feel intuitive and inclusive for Indian guests."

With sailings from key Asian ports - Genting Dream from Singapore, Star Voyager from Hong Kong, and Star Navigator from Taiwan - along with easy 2-night and 3-night itineraries, StarDream Cruises continues to offer Indian travellers a culturally familiar and effortless introduction to cruising.

Together, the two films reaffirm StarDream Cruises' belief that when travel takes care of the details, guests are free to disconnect from the everyday and reconnect with moments that feel unforced, meaningful, and lasting - creating what many consider among the best luxury escapes in the world.

About StarDream Cruises

Officially launched on 26 March 2025, StarDream Cruises combines over three decades of cruising expertise to usher in a new era of voyages across Asia and beyond. The cruise line brings together two iconic brands - StarCruises and Dream Cruises - each offering a distinct experience that honours its legacy while elevating the standards of world-class cruising in Asia.

StarCruises focuses on affordable, lifestyle-driven cruising with intimate, mid-sized ships accommodating up to 2,000 guests, delivering a more personal experience across Southeast and East Asia aboard Star Voyager cruising to Japan and Taiwan and Star Navigator. Dream Cruises redefines luxury cruising with larger vessels catering to over 3,000 guests, offering premium privileges and elevated amenities. Its flagship, Genting Dream, is homeported in Singapore year-round, sailing to top luxury vacation destinations across Malaysia, Thailand, and Indonesia.

With decades of hospitality expertise and a deep understanding of Asian markets, StarDream Cruises is poised to redefine cruising through thoughtfully tailored experiences for diverse traveller segments.