'There is a popular forward doing the rounds in Bangalore now, about Appu, that says, 'Kaanadanthe Mayavaadanu Namma Shiva, Kailasa Serikondanu' (our Shiva disappeared from sight and reached heaven.)' 'These are the words of a popular Kannada song that Appu sang as a child.' 'Nobody expected that he would actually live out the words of his song some day.'
Sakshi Dhoni, who is the managing director of the production house, said the upcoming series is a "thrilling adventure".
In a statement posted on his official Twitter handle, the actor's family said he was diagnosed with the disease in 2016.
'I used to go to Sanjay Dutt, give him the scene, and then act it out.' 'He would say, 'Arrey, Girishbhai kar lunga'.' 'But I would insist: 'Nahin, main karke dikhane chahta hoon'.' He said this was the first time in his career that someone was acting out the scene for him!'
Dangal's success in China opens up the world's second-largest film market for India. But there are risks, warns Vanita Kohli-Khandekar.
Dangal's success in China opens up the world's second-largest film market for India. But there are risks, warns Vanita Kohli-Khandekar.
If Indian storytelling can deliver, it can make the entertainment industry an engine of economic growth and a substantial contributor to GDP, says Vanita Kohli-Khandekar.
He recalled PM Modi's message at the United Nations and hailed India's mission "to save the planet from conflict and violence" through the principles of Buddhism.
There's a lot of guesswork about who will be the celeb contestants this season. Until they're revealed, Namrata Thakker lists the names we would love to see on the show!
'Sharing screen space with Salman bhai is a superb experience.'
'If not for the sentiment against Shah Rukh Khan's statements, Dilwale would have earned Rs 10 crore more.'
'We couldn't believe that in the 21st century world, a European country can be bombed, can be invaded.'
State of Siege 26/ 11 leaves you shocked and wide-eyed, says Joginder Tuteja.
'In India, dark-skinned actors are always cast in a particular kind of role.'
'When you write off good artistes, it's easier for them to beat their drums about their own people.'
'How is it to live in a place that does not have electricity or a telephone connection, where people do not have any concept of what the world is beyond the mountains?'
'He was full of Hindustan, its tehzeeb and its culture.'
The four southern languages and the Marathi regional industry have found success, but regional cinema, in general, still grapples with basic issues.
With theatres remaining shut, new releases are making a beeline for OTT platforms, and companies are forging tie-ups to reach out to the target audience.
Malavika Sangghvi gives us fascinating glimpses from Dilip Kumar's life.
The film's release was shifted from May 9 to May 23.
Satyajit Ray would have been a hundred years old on May 2. To mark the legendary film-maker's birth centenary, Rediff.com bring you a treasure trove of features from our archives.
'He must have had a gala time playing that part.' 'When I got a chance to do that in Toofaan, I absolutely relished it.'
Kangana Ranaut, Hrithik Roshan and Ajay Devgn get ready to live real lives.
How exciting is the Samsung Galaxy Fold? Ashish Narsale/Rediff.com finds out.
On her 47th birthday on November 1, Sukanya Verma showcases 15 of her most memorable silver screen costumes.
After facing a ban in Jayalalithaa's Tamil Nadu, Kamal Haasan's ambitious film Vishwaroopam may face a similar fate in Uttar Pradesh. "Before it is allowed to be screened, we will take a look at Vishwaroopam to find out what is objectionable in the film", Chief minister Akhilesh Yadav told media personnel in Allahabad Thursday.
Grazia's September cover girl talks about dealing with trolls, finding her niche and
'It reminded me of the Ramayana, a story that runs in every Indian's blood.'
Even though the plot is not extraordinary, the sheer canvas on which this movie is mounted and the VFX is worth the money, applauds Imad Baig.
The I&B ministry did not grant the film titled "Caste on the Menu Card", an exemption certificate.
'I was attracted to her both as a fine co-star and as a person who had some of the attributes I hoped to find in a woman at that age and time,' says Dilip Kumar in his autobiography, Dilip Kumar: The Substance And The Shadow.
'I know we will keep meeting, Appu, on gym floors that I visit, every time I listen to a song of yours and in that grin that I will always carry in my memory.'
'The ones that are successful are the ones who deserve it.'
Asked whether he will join politics, Ambani replied in the negative, saying "I am not made for politics."
'Thank you for being an inspiration, not just to me but to an entire generation.'
The EC said 'there are several scenes depicting a major opposition party as corrupt and showing them in poor light. Their leaders have been depicted in such a manner that their identification is clear and obvious to the viewers'.
How can brands reach consumers who travel on multiple roads of discovery? This will be the challenge of the future, says brand guru Ambi Parameswaran.
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