MAYUR SANAP, AFSAR DAYATAR

Stories by MAYUR SANAP, AFSAR DAYATAR

'I want to play dynamic characters. No repeat characters'

'I want to play dynamic characters. No repeat characters'

Rediff.com   14 Dec 2023

'In Bangladesh, I have played so many dynamic characters, be it a freedom fighter, a circus trapeze artist, sex worker, and many more.'

'I like people who are ballsy'

'I like people who are ballsy'

Rediff.com   13 Dec 2023

'I only challenge myself in every way possible and feel that an actor's job is to be universal.'

When Ananya Turned Agony Aunt

When Ananya Turned Agony Aunt

Rediff.com   11 Dec 2023

The trailer launch of the Netflix film Kho Gaye Hum Kahan, starring Ananya Panday, Siddhant Chaturvedi and Adarsh Gourav, was not a regular media interaction.

Action And Swag Dominate Fighter Trailer

Action And Swag Dominate Fighter Trailer

Rediff.com   8 Dec 2023

With this film, Siddharth Anand seems to have cooked up another hit recipe that blends blockbuster film-making with star hysteria, observes Mayur Sanap.

Mast Mein Rehne Ka Review: Delightful Watch

Mast Mein Rehne Ka Review: Delightful Watch

Rediff.com   8 Dec 2023

Mast Mein Rehne Ka is a thoroughly human film, which makes you laugh as hard as it will make you feel for the characters, notes Mayur Sanap.

Why Is Nushrratt So Happy?

Why Is Nushrratt So Happy?

Rediff.com   5 Dec 2023

The actor looked like a sweet winter treat in a pista coloured sari with lace borders.

10 Tips to Enjoy India on a Budget

10 Tips to Enjoy India on a Budget

Rediff.com   5 Dec 2023

Fight the high season and ridiculous prices with these simple and easy travel hacks.

What Abhimanyu Hates About Dating

What Abhimanyu Hates About Dating

Rediff.com   4 Dec 2023

'Everyone's looking for the next best thing. Everyone is ready to give up too easily.'

Recipe: Mayur's Chicken Hariyali

Recipe: Mayur's Chicken Hariyali

Rediff.com   30 Nov 2023

Serve it with steamed rice, chapattis, salad and papad for a wholesome meal.

Secrets From The MasterChef Kitchen...

Secrets From The MasterChef Kitchen...

Rediff.com   28 Nov 2023

When MasterChef India judges Vikas Khanna, Ranveer Brar and Pooja Dhingra start talking, you can be sure it will be a masaledaar conversation.

Why Indian youth need a system over Messi or Ronaldo

Why Indian youth need a system over Messi or Ronaldo

Rediff.com   25 Nov 2023

Kahn acknowledged the significance of having role models like Messi and Ronaldo but emphasised the importance of nurturing Indian talent.

'When We Cry, People Laugh'

'When We Cry, People Laugh'

Rediff.com   24 Nov 2023

Rediff.com's Prasanna D Zore, Hitesh Harisinghani and Afsar Dayatar return moist-eyed, elevated, after spending an evening with clowns and derring-do stunt artistes at Rambo Circus.

Animal Trailer: Ranbir's Daddy Issues Escalate

Animal Trailer: Ranbir's Daddy Issues Escalate

Rediff.com   23 Nov 2023

Sandeep Reddy Vanga's action thriller Animal packs excitement.

Charming SRK In Lutt Putt Gaya

Charming SRK In Lutt Putt Gaya

Rediff.com   22 Nov 2023

The second glimpse from Rajkumar Hirani's keenly awaited Dunki shows us the cutesy chemistry between Shah Rukh Khan and Taapsee Pannu in the song Lutt Putt Gaya.

Recipe: Mayur's Mushroom Coconut Curry

Recipe: Mayur's Mushroom Coconut Curry

Rediff.com   22 Nov 2023

This flavoursome curry is everything you would want on a lazy week night. Try it!

'Women can thrive at any age'

'Women can thrive at any age'

Rediff.com   22 Nov 2023

'It doesn't matter if you are from abroad or Indian, we are told that there's a prime time for a female actor.' 'It's time that people understand there is no certain age for women to thrive in.'

The Railway Men Review: Compelling Watch

The Railway Men Review: Compelling Watch

Rediff.com   18 Nov 2023

The Railway Men is a compelling watch; the subject is handled with seriousness and respect without going overboard with the dramatic impact, observes Mayur Sanap.

The Marvels Review: Goofy Fun

The Marvels Review: Goofy Fun

Rediff.com   10 Nov 2023

The Marvels is a muddled effort, but it still stands up as this refreshingly goofy and enjoyable superhero romp, notes Mayur Sanap.

6 Places To Visit For A Memorable Diwali

6 Places To Visit For A Memorable Diwali

Rediff.com   9 Nov 2023

You can have a traditional Diwali celebration with your family at these special spots.

Sam Bahadur Trailer: The Josh Is Real High

Sam Bahadur Trailer: The Josh Is Real High

Rediff.com   8 Nov 2023

Sam Bahadur brims with patriotic fervour, but one can trust Director Meghna Gulzar's refined sensibilities to not descend into nationalistic jingoism, believes Mayur Sanap.