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When a fly stole the show at US VP debate

When a fly stole the show at US VP debate

Rediff.com8 Oct 2020

The first -- and only -- United States vice presidential debate between Mike Pence and Kamala Harris is over. It was a far more civil affair than last week's debacle between US President Donald Trump and former US Vice President Joe Biden. The tone for much of the 90 minutes was a marked contrast to last week's chaotic and bitter slam-fest between their running mates.

College life: What you expect and what you get!

College life: What you expect and what you get!

Rediff.com10 Jul 2014

As many of you, take the bold step and brace yourself for life away from the cloistered environs of school, here are a few things you must know :-P

Oh Maria! How our cricket studs should introduce themselves to Sharapova

Oh Maria! How our cricket studs should introduce themselves to Sharapova

Rediff.com4 Jul 2014

If Maria Sharapova doesn't know who is Sachin Tendulkar, it's but OBVIO that she thinks cricket is a chirping insect outside her window. But that doesn't mean she can't learn. We suggest a few ways our Team India studs can introduce themselves to the iconic tennis star. Here we go:

Oh Maria! How our cricket studs should introduce themselves to Sharapova

Oh Maria! How our cricket studs should introduce themselves to Sharapova

Rediff.com4 Jul 2014

If Maria Sharapova doesn't know who is Sachin Tendulkar, it's but OBVIO that she thinks cricket is a chirping insect outside her window. But that doesn't mean she can't learn. We suggest a few ways our Team India studs can introduce themselves to the iconic tennis star. Here we go:

PIX: Bollywood's notable toy boys!

PIX: Bollywood's notable toy boys!

Rediff.com22 Apr 2014

Vir Das plays Kangna Ranaut's toy boy in this week's release Revolver Rani.

Top 14 signs you are a Mumbaikar

Top 14 signs you are a Mumbaikar

Rediff.com24 Jun 2014

Mumbaikar and proud of it? This one's for you folks! :-)

16 signs you're an Indian travelling abroad

16 signs you're an Indian travelling abroad

Rediff.com19 Jun 2014

Do you carry your own toilet mug? Do you cringe while drinking water from the kitchen sink? Yup! You're an Indian alright :-)

Why Karan Johar is just like us!

Why Karan Johar is just like us!

Rediff.com28 Oct 2016

The filmmaker, who will give us Kapoor & Sons this week, has the same facial expressions like we do.

Aishwarya to team up with Shyam Benegal?

Aishwarya to team up with Shyam Benegal?

Rediff.com30 Oct 2015

'It is a film entitled Chamki Chameli that Shyambabu wanted to make for the longest time,' says a source.

It's been 30 years since Flop Show!

It's been 30 years since Flop Show!

Rediff.com6 Sep 2019

Jaspal Bhatti's feel for the grime, the confusions, and the madness in our system was so complete that he could take on every kind of woman or man God ever gave to the institutions of India, feels Sreehari Nair.

The questions we want Karan Johar to ask on Koffee With Karan!

The questions we want Karan Johar to ask on Koffee With Karan!

Rediff.com18 Oct 2016

Janta jawab chahti hai!

The Yeh Hai Bakrapur contest: Win T-Shirts!

The Yeh Hai Bakrapur contest: Win T-Shirts!

Rediff.com6 May 2014

Here's your chance to win some cool prizes!

The situation in India is grave but hardly hopeless

The situation in India is grave but hardly hopeless

Rediff.com16 Sep 2013

The immediate challenge to faster growth is to restore stability to the currency markets.

Joker leads BAFTA nominations

Joker leads BAFTA nominations

Rediff.com7 Jan 2020

Joaquin Phoenix-starrer Joker, one of the most controversial yet admired movies of 2019, is leading the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) nominations with 11 nods.

If Anil Kapoor, Alia, Salman had movies made on their lives...

If Anil Kapoor, Alia, Salman had movies made on their lives...

Rediff.com14 Sep 2015

Oh, the possibilities!

Modi-Rahul rivalry behind Amul rift?

Modi-Rahul rivalry behind Amul rift?

Rediff.com5 Nov 2013

Boardroom disputes have marked the tenure of pretty much every chairman of the co- operative - from its founder Verghese Kurien to Chaudhary's predecessor, Parthi Bhatol.

These brothers are wanted for attack on Charlie Hebdo

These brothers are wanted for attack on Charlie Hebdo

Rediff.com8 Jan 2015

The French police have released photos of the two brothers wanted in connection with the attack of satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo in Paris on Wednesday that left 12 people dead including the editor, three celebrated cartoonists and two police officers.

On 107th birthday, grandma gets perfect gift: 'Big hug' from 'handsome' Rahul

On 107th birthday, grandma gets perfect gift: 'Big hug' from 'handsome' Rahul

Rediff.com26 Dec 2017

In a tweet, Bengaluru-based woman Dipali Sikand wrote that her grandmother, who turned 107, had a wish to meet Rahul Gandhi, whom she found as "handsome".

Uttam's take: The Left and Dr Singh

Uttam's take: The Left and Dr Singh

Rediff.com17 Jul 2008

Uttam's take on the UPA-Left crisis

Gulabo Sitabo review

Gulabo Sitabo review

Rediff.com12 Jun 2020

'At the end of the day, this is Bachchan's film.' 'Despite the distracting makeup, his famous baritone and indisputable flair for dedicated inanity lend Mirza an air of significance,' observes Sukanya Verma.

End of an era in Bihar politics

End of an era in Bihar politics

Rediff.com10 Sep 2020

It is now a different time in Bihar. It is a different place -- one in which Raghuvansh Prasad Singh's options are very limited, notes Aditi Phadnis.

Onion, onion pe likha hai, khane wale ka naam...

Onion, onion pe likha hai, khane wale ka naam...

Rediff.com26 Aug 2013

Rising onion prices make want to make you cry. Uttam Ghosh is determined to make you smile instead.

What's keeping Bollywood busy during lockdown?

What's keeping Bollywood busy during lockdown?

Rediff.com31 Mar 2020

Bollywood is doing all it can to keep busy during the national lockdown.

Naseeruddin Shah: 25 TOP Performances

Naseeruddin Shah: 25 TOP Performances

Rediff.com20 Jul 2020

Sukanya Verma celebrates the acting legend.

Now, an underworld film by a woman director

Now, an underworld film by a woman director

Rediff.com21 Nov 2012

Sumana D Kittur talks about her film Edegarike, based on the underworld.

Mangal Mangal ho! What Indians will do on MARS

Mangal Mangal ho! What Indians will do on MARS

Rediff.com19 Nov 2013

Sit back, and join us in our joy ride to our planetary neighbour! Bharat Mata ki Jai!

Modi@4: The words NaMo made popular

Modi@4: The words NaMo made popular

Rediff.com29 May 2018

When NaMo became Pradhan Sevak, little did we know he would usher in words and phrases that would become such an important part of our lives. As he enters his fifth year in office, a look at Modi-lingo :)))

Angrezi Medium review

Angrezi Medium review

Rediff.com12 Mar 2020

Irrfan, Deepak Dobriyal, Radhika Madan, Ranvir Shorey, Pankaj Tripathi are all lovely, but make little sense in Angrezi Medium's muddled context, complains Sukanya Verma.

Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster Returns opens to mixed reviews

Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster Returns opens to mixed reviews

Rediff.com12 Mar 2013

Trade analyst Vinod Mirani gives the box office verdict for the week.

EC to consult legal experts over Modi's biopic

EC to consult legal experts over Modi's biopic

Rediff.com6 Apr 2019

Sources said there is a strong view in the EC that it should not restrain the release of the biopic on the prime minister and should leave it to the Central Board of Film Certification to take a call on the issue.

Hindu outfit outrages against Akshay's OMG

Hindu outfit outrages against Akshay's OMG

Rediff.com16 Oct 2012

The Paresh Rawal starrer film is a critical take on religion and features Kumar in the role of God.

Review: Topiwaala is for Upendra's fans only

Review: Topiwaala is for Upendra's fans only

Rediff.com18 Mar 2013

The film lacks execution and tires too hard to impress the audience.

10 AMAZING books I loved reading

10 AMAZING books I loved reading

Rediff.com6 Oct 2020

Pilot and author Alkesh Nair shares his fascinating reading list.

Review: OMG-Oh My God is brave and absorbing

Review: OMG-Oh My God is brave and absorbing

Rediff.com28 Sep 2012

Oh My God is a brave and absorbing blend of satire, fable and fantasy that brings our attention to the misuse and commercialisation of religion, writes Sukanya Verma.

Europe and the problem of Islamic radicals

Europe and the problem of Islamic radicals

Rediff.com3 Nov 2020

Europeans believe that what is under attack is their way of life, their secular faith, the long-fought right to keep religion out of the public sphere, observes Virendra Kapoor.

Forget Kiki, Falling Stars is the latest Insta challenge

Forget Kiki, Falling Stars is the latest Insta challenge

Rediff.com26 Oct 2018

The bizarre challenge started in China but has followers all over the world.

Review: Bhoopadathil Illatha Oridam is shoddy

Review: Bhoopadathil Illatha Oridam is shoddy

Rediff.com18 Sep 2012

The film tries to be a political satire with some old world charm but suffers from shoddy treatment.

'Modi will win in Gujarat elections but won't be PM'

'Modi will win in Gujarat elections but won't be PM'

Rediff.com27 Nov 2012

Tarak Mehta, the popular Gujarati satirist, speaks on the Gujarat election.

The Panchayat review

The Panchayat review

Rediff.com14 Apr 2020

'Even a hardcore nit-picker will struggle to find faults in this extraordinarily crafted television series that I rate as a must watch, an instant classic,' says Sukanya Verma.

Are you suffering from Selfitis? Take this test to find out!

Are you suffering from Selfitis? Take this test to find out!

Rediff.com17 Dec 2017

The selfie disease is no hoax.