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Mayur Sanap

Entertainment journalist with a soft spot for pop-culture chaos. Covering film events, reviewing films, and talking to the creative minds behind them. Also documenting food, lifestyle profiles, and destinations worth a trip. You can e-mail the author at mayurs@rediff.co.in

Stories by MAYUR SANAP

'All of us lie -- small lies, big lies...'

'All of us lie -- small lies, big lies...'

Rediff.com   20 Jun 2023

'People go through lifetimes without speaking about what they've gone through as kids.' 'And that colours their entire lives, their choices, their bosses, their friends, their lovers, the way they are with their children.'

Recipe: Mayur's Maharashtrian Appe With Mango Chutney

Recipe: Mayur's Maharashtrian Appe With Mango Chutney

Rediff.com   19 Jun 2023

Try this traditional recipe with a delicious raw mango and coconut chutney.

The Archies Teaser Brings Retro Vibes

The Archies Teaser Brings Retro Vibes

Rediff.com   19 Jun 2023

Netflix has unveiled the teaser for The Archies and it looks like rompy fun.

Kandahar Review: Tedious Watch

Kandahar Review: Tedious Watch

Rediff.com   16 Jun 2023

As an audience, we deserve better! exclaims Mayur Sanap.

The Flash Review: DC Returns to Solid Form

The Flash Review: DC Returns to Solid Form

Rediff.com   16 Jun 2023

DC is keen on rebooting its superhero universe, and by all means, The Flash is a decent step in that direction, notes Mayur Sanap.

'I won't kill anyone to get what I want'

'I won't kill anyone to get what I want'

Rediff.com   14 Jun 2023

'Nobody told me upfront that you are a Marathi girl so we will not cast you.' 'I questioned myself: 'Am I not good enough?' 'Am I not good-looking to be in this industry?''

What Keeps Nimrat Cosy On A Rainy Day?

What Keeps Nimrat Cosy On A Rainy Day?

Rediff.com   13 Jun 2023

The actor has many reasons to fall in love with the rains.

The Toughest Choice Kajol Has Ever Made

The Toughest Choice Kajol Has Ever Made

Rediff.com   13 Jun 2023

Kajol gets ready for her OTT Debut, The Trial: Pyaar, Kaanoon, Dhokha.

'Friendship is the key to making a film'

'Friendship is the key to making a film'

Rediff.com   8 Jun 2023

'Film shooting is a long process, and it is important to have a good bonding with the person you are going to spend six to eight months of your life.' 'Baaki, film toh bann jaati hain.'

Transformers: Rise of the Beasts Review: Fun, But Forgettable

Transformers: Rise of the Beasts Review: Fun, But Forgettable

Rediff.com   8 Jun 2023

While it's fun for a bit to see enormous robots smashing into one another, it quickly evokes the 'been-there-seen-that' feeling, observes Mayur Sanap.

'I'm a workout addict'

'I'm a workout addict'

Rediff.com   7 Jun 2023

The actor's guide to a healthy skin and a long-lasting relationship.

Mumbaikar Review: Murky Business

Mumbaikar Review: Murky Business

Rediff.com   2 Jun 2023

By the time, Mumbaikar gets to where it wants to be via a twisty third act, we begin to see how much better the film could have been. But it's almost too little, too late, complains Mayur Sanap.

The Man Behind Bollywood's Famous Tattoos

The Man Behind Bollywood's Famous Tattoos

Rediff.com   1 Jun 2023

'Shah Rukh Khan has to like you, and then it is easy to work with him.' 'Aamir knows more than me when it comes to tattoos!'

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Review: WOW!

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse Review: WOW!

Rediff.com   1 Jun 2023

Spider-Man: Across The Spider-Verse feels like a lovely celebration of Spider-Man as the superhero we all love, raves Mayur Sanap.

Ocean? Lake? Forest? Camping Is A Bag Of Fun!

Ocean? Lake? Forest? Camping Is A Bag Of Fun!

Rediff.com   1 Jun 2023

5 picturesque places to camp near Mumbai.

When The TikTok Ban Killed Dreams

When The TikTok Ban Killed Dreams

Rediff.com   31 May 2023

In India, TikTok unleashed creativity in people like never before until it was unceremoniously banned in June 2020, leaving them heartbroken.

'Dad said I'm not going to help you with your career'

'Dad said I'm not going to help you with your career'

Rediff.com   26 May 2023

'He said, "There was nobody to help me. I came from Kolkata to Mumbai to make a career of my own".' "'I have my own journey, and you need to experience that to value what you will have in the future.".'

What's Special About Ladakh. Spiti. Kolkata. Varanasi?

What's Special About Ladakh. Spiti. Kolkata. Varanasi?

Rediff.com   25 May 2023

Indians are becoming much more spendy and discerning travellers and look for places that can offer them a 'new' kind of experience.

Recipe: Mayur's Maharashtrian Zunka

Recipe: Mayur's Maharashtrian Zunka

Rediff.com   25 May 2023

Get a taste of rustic Maharashtrian fare.

'Ours is called the land of Kama Sutra, but what happened?'

'Ours is called the land of Kama Sutra, but what happened?'

Rediff.com   25 May 2023

'I knew that I want to do a film about sexuality and sex, without playing safe.' 'I knew in India, that was going to be really difficult. I was taking up a big battle.'