Patcy N, Sumit Bhattacharya

Stories by Patcy N, Sumit Bhattacharya

Review: Go watch the last Harry Potter movie!

Review: Go watch the last Harry Potter movie!

Rediff.com   12 Jul 2011

Deathly Hallows is a lavish film with lots of winning elements.

In Bengal, the signs were evident

In Bengal, the signs were evident

Rediff.com   13 May 2011

"For a long time, there was virtually no election in West Bengal, because of the Left Front's 'scientific rigging'. The last assembly elections in West Bengal were the first time such extensive security was deployed," pointed out a senior political analyst. "But the fear of the CPI-M was till pervasive. This time, the fear is gone, and the Election Commission must be lauded for its stellar job."

The TV guide to Obama

The TV guide to Obama

Rediff.com   9 Nov 2010

'It was the only moment in the three days of Obamania on Indian television that the poor Leftist leader -- no puns please -- looked bushed. So much so, that a rightwing party leader who was also on the panel reached out and gently pressed the Leftist's hand, as a father does to a wounded child.'

Crook: As Bad as it Gets

Crook: As Bad as it Gets

Rediff.com   8 Oct 2010

The movie fails because of a weak script and story line.

Robot: Not Rahman's best, to say the least

Robot: Not Rahman's best, to say the least

Rediff.com   2 Sep 2010

Which is a pity, because Robot's storyline -- which seems a bit like Bicenntenial Man, starring Robin Williams -- is all about a mechanical creation discovering human emotions.

'Saif doesn't have to pretend to be a hero'

'Saif doesn't have to pretend to be a hero'

Rediff.com   16 Aug 2010

Hum Tum director Kunal Kohli tell us how Saif has evolved as an actor over the years at the actor on his 40th birthday.

'Naseerbhai is a rebel even at this age'

'Naseerbhai is a rebel even at this age'

Rediff.com   20 Jul 2010

Ishqiya director Abhishek Chaubey shares his experience of working with Naseeruddin Shah.

Now, a film for the Facebook generation

Now, a film for the Facebook generation

Rediff.com   15 Jul 2010

Rajat Barmecha tells us what to expect from this Friday's release, Udaan.

'Guru Dutt was never satisfied with his work'

'Guru Dutt was never satisfied with his work'

Rediff.com   9 Jul 2010

V K Murthy gives insight in Guru Dutt's life.

'Anu Malik and I have good chemistry'

'Anu Malik and I have good chemistry'

Rediff.com   20 May 2010

Patcy N speaks to Salim about Indian Idol, his brother Sulaiman and his growing legion of female fans.

Anu Malik: Indian Idol is not about the judges

Anu Malik: Indian Idol is not about the judges

Rediff.com   13 May 2010

The Indian Idol judge gets candid about the current crop of contestants, his penchant for arguing on the show and why he almost quit the show.

'The entire music industry is collapsing'

'The entire music industry is collapsing'

Rediff.com   4 Mar 2010

Canadian guitarist Michael Brooke talks about his music for Road, Movie.

Ustad Amjad Ali Khan: I'm happy Rahman won Grammy

Ustad Amjad Ali Khan: I'm happy Rahman won Grammy

Rediff.com   1 Feb 2010

Ustad Amjad Ali Khan may lost out on a Grammy win at the 52nd Grammy awards but the maestro is very happy for A R Rahman, who won two Grammies this year.

Why you must watch Harishchandrachi Factory

Why you must watch Harishchandrachi Factory

Rediff.com   29 Jan 2010

Director Paresh Mokashi deserves a pat on his back for making such a low budget film with such great actors, and such interesting direction.

'Grammy award is important for the sarod'

'Grammy award is important for the sarod'

Rediff.com   27 Jan 2010

Sarod maestro Ustad Amjad Ali Khan is nominated for a Grammy Award in the Traditional World Music category for his album Ancient Sounds. He talks about what the award means to him.

'Guru Dutt attempted suicide thrice'

'Guru Dutt attempted suicide thrice'

Rediff.com   20 Jan 2010

V K Murthy is the first ever cinematographer to be chosen for the prestigious Dada Saheb Phalke award for his outstanding contribution to films.

'Gulzarsaab is always at his best'

'Gulzarsaab is always at his best'

Rediff.com   21 Oct 2009

Writer Sunjoy Shekhar has made things easier for Gulzar fans, and has translated 100 songs of the brilliant talent in a book called 100 Lyrics.

Review: Main Aurr Mrs Khanna lacks punch

Review: Main Aurr Mrs Khanna lacks punch

Rediff.com   16 Oct 2009

Prem Soni's directorial debut is a damp squib.

'Lata has long and gorgeous hair'

'Lata has long and gorgeous hair'

Rediff.com   22 Sep 2009

Legendary actress Kamini Kaushal recalls her long association with the amazing Lata Mangeshkar.

Review: Daddy Cool is not cool at all

Review: Daddy Cool is not cool at all

Rediff.com   28 Aug 2009

Daddy Cool is a terrible copy of Death At A Funeral. Avoid.