MAYUR SANAP And AFSAR DAYATAR

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Pati Patni Aur Woh Do: 'We Aren't Promoting Infidelity'

Pati Patni Aur Woh Do: 'We Aren't Promoting Infidelity'

Rediff.com   2 days ago

'When kids love it, it becomes a wholesome family film, and Pati Patni Aur Woh Do is one such film.'

Raja Shivaji Review: Riteish Deshmukh Fares Better As Director Than Actor

Raja Shivaji Review: Riteish Deshmukh Fares Better As Director Than Actor

Rediff.com   4 days ago

Riteish Deshmukh's Shivaji may not be a flawless portrayal, but still remains engaging throughout, applauds Mayur Sanap.

The Devil Wears Prada 2 Review: The Devil Is Older And Wiser

The Devil Wears Prada 2 Review: The Devil Is Older And Wiser

Rediff.com   5 days ago

What The Devil Wears Prada 2 does really well is the chemistry between its characters, steered by a very likable cast, observes Mayur Sanap.

WATCH: The Moment When Raashii Khanna's Dream Came True

WATCH: The Moment When Raashii Khanna's Dream Came True

Rediff.com   5 days ago

'When we are young, people often ask what we want to become, and I would always say I wanted to be a singer. Acting found me and I absolutely love my craft. But getting to sing this song today felt like a dream come true.'

Explore India's Thanda Funda With 7 Delights

Explore India's Thanda Funda With 7 Delights

Rediff.com   6 days ago

All about India's favorite summer beverage/dessert indulgences.

How Sanjay Dutt Came Up With Khalnayak Returns

How Sanjay Dutt Came Up With Khalnayak Returns

Rediff.com   25 Apr 2026

'Khal Nayak is a film that is close to my heart and even today, it is remembered with fondness.' 'It has been a long-cherished dream of mine to be able to revive this film.'

The Rediff Podcast: Meet The Man Behind The Controversial Chiraiya

The Rediff Podcast: Meet The Man Behind The Controversial Chiraiya

Rediff.com   24 Apr 2026

Director Shashant Shah counters online chatter around Chiraiya, saying the show tells an honest story with utmost sensitivity.

Michael Review: Jaafar Jackson Stands Out In A Biopic That Plays Too Safe

Michael Review: Jaafar Jackson Stands Out In A Biopic That Plays Too Safe

Rediff.com   24 Apr 2026

Michael remains a passable biopic that looks good, sounds great, and delivers the moments fans came for. But it also feels formulaic in a way that's hard to ignore, notes Mayur Sanap.

When Riteish-Genelia Cried At Raja Shivaji Trailer Launch

When Riteish-Genelia Cried At Raja Shivaji Trailer Launch

Rediff.com   21 Apr 2026

'Creating a film on Maharaj is beyond my capability. I believe that even if the finest directors in the world came together, no single film could ever truly do justice to our Maharaj.'

Glory: When Pulkit-Divyenndu's Event Turned Into a Fight

Glory: When Pulkit-Divyenndu's Event Turned Into a Fight

Rediff.com   18 Apr 2026

Set in Haryana, Glory is described as 'high-stakes whodunnit' rooted in the boxing world.

Lee Cronin's The Mummy Review: Boring Horror

Lee Cronin's The Mummy Review: Boring Horror

Rediff.com   17 Apr 2026

This Mummy is all sound and fury, signifying nothing, discovers Mayur Sanap.

Toaster Review: Rajkummar Rao Can't Save This Unfunny Comedy

Toaster Review: Rajkummar Rao Can't Save This Unfunny Comedy

Rediff.com   15 Apr 2026

Toaster is neither a laugh-out-loud comedy nor the kind of satire you would expect from a premise like this, notes Mayur Sanap.

'World Is Out There To Stop Us From Saying What We Want To Say'

'World Is Out There To Stop Us From Saying What We Want To Say'

Rediff.com   15 Apr 2026

'The people who are outraging, they don't have any substantial argument. They are enraging over manufactured memes and manufactured figures.'

Dacoit: Ek Prem Katha Review: Dreadfully Dull

Dacoit: Ek Prem Katha Review: Dreadfully Dull

Rediff.com   10 Apr 2026

Dacoit: Ek Prem Katha keeps promising something exciting, emotional, thrilling, only to rob us off of that experience of masala entertainer it teases, sighs Mayur Sanap.

Toh, Ti Ani Fuji Review: Tale Of A Rancid Relationship

Toh, Ti Ani Fuji Review: Tale Of A Rancid Relationship

Rediff.com   10 Apr 2026

Even with its flaws, Toh, Ti Ani Fuji stays with you because of how real it feels, notes Mayur Sanap.

Vijay Varma Reveals His Hamza Connection At Matka King Launch

Vijay Varma Reveals His Hamza Connection At Matka King Launch

Rediff.com   8 Apr 2026

'When life throws a Hamza at you, make it Dhurandhar's Hamza, not Darlings' Hamza!'

Akshay Kumar's 'Ghar Vapsi' Moment With Bhooth Bangla

Akshay Kumar's 'Ghar Vapsi' Moment With Bhooth Bangla

Rediff.com   7 Apr 2026

'I have returned to work with Priyan Sir after 14 years. Aisa laga vanvaas khatam hone ke baad phir se mauka mila hain.'

WATCH: Mrunal, Sesh's 'Different Love Story' in Dacoit: Ek Prem Katha

WATCH: Mrunal, Sesh's 'Different Love Story' in Dacoit: Ek Prem Katha

Rediff.com   4 Apr 2026

In Dacoit: Ek Prem Katha, Mrunal Thakur is Saraswati and Adivi Sesh is Hari, but their story is far from simple.

Hey Kay Navin? Review: Sweet Marriage Story, But Superficial

Hey Kay Navin? Review: Sweet Marriage Story, But Superficial

Rediff.com   3 Apr 2026

Hey Kai Navin? begins to falter, because the show leans too heavily into saccharine sentimentality, often choosing non-fussy conflicts over narrative depth, notes Mayur Sanap.

Ramayana Teaser Out On Hanuman Jayanti: Ranbir Kapoor Stuns as Lord Ram

Ramayana Teaser Out On Hanuman Jayanti: Ranbir Kapoor Stuns as Lord Ram

Rediff.com   2 Apr 2026

Ramayana, which is being mounted as a two-part cinematic event, will soar. The music, visuals, technical finesse and the promise of strong performances not just tease a film, it teases a grand experience, notes Mayur Sanap.