''There is not a single day in my life when I don't look at Sweta and Abhishek with pride, for being such fine human beings.'
Moushumi Chatterjee discusses how she was initially slated for iconic roles in Hrishikesh Mukherjee's Guddi and Gulzar's Koshish, only to be replaced by Jaya Bachchan.
'He is a different personality, maybe that's why I married him.'
Journalist Rajat Sharma's daughter's wedding in New Delhi saw top netas and abhinetas in attendance. Have a look!
'She was the last of the diggaj kalakaars after Lataji, Kishoreda, Rafi saab and Mannada and with her demise, the golden era of Hindi film music has truly ended.'
Historically, India was a major buyer of Iranian crude, importing significant volumes of Iranian light and heavy grades due to strong refinery compatibility and favourable commercial terms.
The relationship high point was reached on Amitabh Bachchan's 60th birthday party, when Jaya Bachchan called on stage 'my to-be daughter-in-law Karisma Kapoor'.
Sachin Tendulkar's son Arjun Tendulkar married longtime girlfriend and businesswoman Saaniya Chandhok in Mumbai on March 5, and invited prominent personalities from the worlds of cricket, business, politics and Bollywood.
'This is one of those films that inspires and changes filmmaking.'
'That child is determined to forge his own path. Like me, he won't follow the herd.'
Arjun Tendulkar, son of cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar, married Saaniya Chandhok in a high-profile ceremony in Mumbai, attended by prominent figures from sports, entertainment, and politics.
Chief Justice of India Surya Kant has recused himself from hearing petitions challenging the constitutional validity of the 2023 law regarding the appointment of election commissioners, citing a potential conflict of interest.
The family of an Odisha migrant worker who died in Qatar is appealing to the government for assistance in bringing his body home. The 25-year-old was the sole earner for his family.
Film folk pay their last respects to Anand Sagar, who passed away on February 13.
'Women in crime can turn on and off emotions like a tap.' 'Something that comes in the way of their goals can be eliminated without a second thought.'
Film folk celebrated Republic Day by capturing their patriotic spirit through pictures and messages on social media.
'I worked with Sriram Raghavan in Johnny Gaddar and now Ikkis. He is a very gifted director. He knows what he is doing.'
After the incident, actor and Bharatiyha Janata Party MP from Mandi, Kangana Ranaut, has reacted to it and called Jaya the "most spoilt and privileged woman"
Deepa Gahlot picks 10 must-watch movies about singles and the consciously uncoupled.
10 great movie choices for that date night on February 14.
'It was so authentic, I felt I was watching myself. I saw a small clip, now I'm going to watch the whole episode. What I saw was priceless. I was laughing so much I couldn't breathe!'
Hema's father couldn't contain his rage and almost physically pushed Dharmendra out of the house. 'Why don't you get out of my daughter's life? You are a married man, you can't marry my daughter,' he repeatedly yelled. But a pleading, helplessly sentimental and slightly inebriated Dharam could not be budged.
Waheeda Rehman and Jaya Bachchan attended the prayer meet for Kamini Kaushal at the Nehru Centre in Mumbai.
Sunny Deol hosted a special screening for Ikkis, his father Dharmendra's last film, on Monday.
'Once when he was on a flight, the plane hit an air-pocket.' 'The turbulence outside caused it to see-saw violently which caused a lot of panic inside. While his co-passengers were crying and praying for their lives, Salil kaku was writing a song in his head.'
As the nation bid farewell to one of its beloved actors, we take a look at Dharmendra's remarkable life through pictures.
Sunil Gavaskar approached the high court, seeking to prevent the unauthorised use of his name, images, persona and likeness by social media platforms and e-commerce websites, and to protect his personality rights.
#WeTheWomen returned to Mumbai for its eighth edition.
Raveena Tandon's daughter Rasha Thadani is all set to make her Telugu debut opposite Mahesh Babu's nephew Jaya Krishna Ghattamaneni, in a film to be directed by Ajay Bhupathi.
The Supreme Court has sought the Centre's response on a plea seeking the implementation of the 2023 Nari Shakti Vandan Act, which reserves one-third of seats for women in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies.
In half a century, actors have aged or passed away, the shape of the city has altered, the film industry has changed beyond recognition, most single screens have made way for multiplexes, audiences tastes have changed, rural life is very different now, and inflation has devalued the rupee. But a great film is forever. Deepa Gahlot salutes Sholay, as it re-releases in theatres.
As the year draws to a close, Rediff's Senior Contributor Roshmila Bhattacharya takes a look at the hits and misses, the highs and lows, the newsmakers and the dealbreakers in alphabetical order.
The Central Information Commission (CIC) attains its full strength after nine years with the appointment of Raj Kumar Goyal as chief and eight other information commissioners.
Karva Chauth celebrations were in full swing across India, and the wives of cricketers joined in the festivities, sharing glimpses of their special day on social media.
The bed starts to creak. Anklets jingle in the stillness of the night. A creeping anxiety settles in as strange accidents and eerie incidents force you to question whether a supernatural presence is quietly observing your every move, observes Divya Nair.
Several film folk paid their last respects to Sanjay Khan's wife Zarine Khan, as she passed into the ages on November 7. The funeral was held at the Juhu crematorium in northwest Mumbai.
The DMK may consider a two-tier campaign, where they keep the focus on Chief Minister Stalin, as a senior statesman with 50-plus years of political experience, and let EPS and the BJP shout in the wilderness. In such a case, the second-tier may project Udhayanidhi as the contender and chosen obstructionist in Vijay's path. The attempt, if any, would be to reduce Vijay to Udhayanidhi's level when the former is aiming at Stalin and Stalin alone in the state's political horizon, predicts N Sathiya Moorthy.
Durga Puja celebrations hit a notch higher as many more film folk paid the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Pooja pandal a visit to seek blessings, partake in the bhog and even serve it.
The deadly stampede at the Maha Kumbh, leading to the deaths of at least 30 people, resonated in both Houses of Parliament on Monday, with Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge and other Opposition leaders demanding a list of the deceased.
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