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The Big Bollywood Bandook Quiz

The Big Bollywood Bandook Quiz

Rediff.com19 Feb 2026

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

FWICE Revokes Ranveer Singh 'Ban'

FWICE Revokes Ranveer Singh 'Ban'

Rediff.com7 days ago

The Federation of Western India Cine Employees has officially withdrawn its non-cooperation directive against Bollywood star Ranveer Singh, a move prompted by a legal notice from the actor and significant intervention from leading industry bodies, signalling a potential resolution in the Don 3 dispute.

Anurag Kashyap's 10 Best Movies, Ranked

Anurag Kashyap's 10 Best Movies, Ranked

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Anurag Kashyap, despite his claims of being done with Bollywood, continues to deliver compelling cinema, with his latest film 'Bandar' set to release on June 5.

10 Most Violent Indian Movies

10 Most Violent Indian Movies

Rediff.com26 May 2026

From Bandit Queen to Dhurandhar, these Indian films pushed cinematic violence to shocking, stomach-churning extremes.

How a cricket setback shaped Aditya Dhar's Bollywood journey

How a cricket setback shaped Aditya Dhar's Bollywood journey

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

Filmmaker Aditya Dhar once pursued a cricket career and aimed for the 2002 ICC Under-19 World Cup before a selection setback pushed him toward Bollywood, where he found success as a director.

Tejasswi, Shehnaaz Beat The Heat With...

Tejasswi, Shehnaaz Beat The Heat With...

Rediff.com26 May 2026

When the temperature rise, so does the need for fashion that feels light, easy and cool without trying too hard. Enter spaghetti tops, the forever summer staple that Gen Z, Bollywood girls and fashion influencers swear by.

Maruti, Kia hit record sales in May, defying fuel price surge

Maruti, Kia hit record sales in May, defying fuel price surge

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Indian carmakers, including Maruti Suzuki and Kia India, reported robust sales growth in May 2026, with both companies achieving their highest-ever monthly sales despite rising fuel prices. Maruti Suzuki's domestic sales surged to 1,93,535 units, while Kia India recorded 27,586 units, driven by strong demand in mini and compact segments and a shift towards electric and CNG vehicles.

Made in India: A Titan Story Review: A Feel-Good Docudrama

Made in India: A Titan Story Review: A Feel-Good Docudrama

Rediff.com7 days ago

Made in India: A Titan Story chronicles the history of the homegrown watch brand Titan, highlighting its journey from challenging a conservative market to becoming a successful consumer brand, driven by the vision of Xerxes Desai and the mentorship of J R D Tata.

Aishwarya To Urvashi: Cannes' Golden Girls

Aishwarya To Urvashi: Cannes' Golden Girls

Rediff.com20 May 2026

From saris to gowns to couture creations, our favourite stars have glided down the Cannes red carpet dripping in gold - not just to raise the glamour quotient, but to make a bold statement. So here's a look at all the times Bollywood celebs slayed in gold...and we were totally sold.

Princess Of Wales' Tryst With Bollywood

Princess Of Wales' Tryst With Bollywood

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

The princess of Wales gets a taste of India.

Wamiqa Gabbi, Sara Ali Khan Have A Fav New Summer Colour

Wamiqa Gabbi, Sara Ali Khan Have A Fav New Summer Colour

Rediff.com25 May 2026

Soft, dreamy and ridiculously versatile, powder blue feels like a breath of fresh air during peak summer.

Siddhesh Lad-led Maratha Royals unveil 'Royal Roar' jersey in Mumbai

Siddhesh Lad-led Maratha Royals unveil 'Royal Roar' jersey in Mumbai

Rediff.com28 May 2026

Defending champions MSC Maratha Royals unveiled their new 'Royal Roar' jersey ahead of the T20 Mumbai League 2026, blending tiger-inspired design, Mumbai street culture and fearless championship ambition.

Jacqueline Fernandez to face charges in Rs 200cr money laundering case

Jacqueline Fernandez to face charges in Rs 200cr money laundering case

Rediff.com30 May 2026

A Delhi court has ordered the framing of charges against actress Jacqueline Fernandez, Sukesh Chandrashekhar, and others in connection with a Rs 200-crore money laundering case. The court also ordered charges against Chandrashekhar and others for offences including those under MCOCA in a separate case.

Bollywood's Most Successful Sequels

Bollywood's Most Successful Sequels

Rediff.com18 Mar 2026

Sequels have traditionally been successful at the box office, especially when they take the story forward. Let's take a look at some such films.

This Basanti Demands Her Veeru Back

This Basanti Demands Her Veeru Back

Rediff.com23 May 2026

A young woman in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, staged a dramatic Sholay-style protest by climbing a high-tension transmission tower to demand her jailed husband's release.

Ananya Panday Is Truly A...

Ananya Panday Is Truly A...

Rediff.com22 May 2026

With Chand Mera Dil hitting the big screens, Ananya Panday seems to be fully leaning into her soft-glam, dreamy-girl era. There's always something youthful and effortlessly pretty about her style.

13 Terrific Movies That Rocked Cannes

13 Terrific Movies That Rocked Cannes

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

13 films from the 2026 Cannes film festival, highlighting award-winning international cinema, unexpected gems, and restored classics that truly celebrated the art of filmmaking.

Unscramble The Welcome To The Jungle Jigsaw Puzzle

Unscramble The Welcome To The Jungle Jigsaw Puzzle

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Have a blast with Welcome to the Jungle, one puzzling piece at a time!

Disha Patani, Triptii Dimri Are Pepping It Up With...

Disha Patani, Triptii Dimri Are Pepping It Up With...

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Fashion's favourite dramatic silhouette is having a full-blown comeback moment. Peplum tops with their cinched waists and flared hems are no longer just officewear staples from 2010s. Today's versions are sharper, cooler, more experimental, and honestly, far more flattering.

Varun-Salman Celebrate David Dhawan In 'Bittersweet' Way

Varun-Salman Celebrate David Dhawan In 'Bittersweet' Way

Rediff.com25 May 2026

Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai will be David Dhawan's last film, and reason enough for a David Dhawan Film Festival.

'Without Test Cricket, There's No Cricket'

'Without Test Cricket, There's No Cricket'

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Ian Botham delivered the Tiger Pataudi Memorial Lecture in Kolkata, emphasising the importance of Test cricket and praising Virat Kohli's dedication to the format.

Vaishnavi Chaitanya's Fashion Sense Is Epic!

Vaishnavi Chaitanya's Fashion Sense Is Epic!

Rediff.com18 May 2026

With her latest film Epic -- First Semester making noise, it's safe to say Vaishnavi Chaitanya's fashion sense is pretty epic too.

Like Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's Cannes 2026 Gown?

Like Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's Cannes 2026 Gown?

Rediff.com23 May 2026

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan made a stunning appearance at Cannes 2026 in an exquisite custom sculptural gown by Designer Amit Aggarwal.

Sara Is A Little About Drama, A Little About...

Sara Is A Little About Drama, A Little About...

Rediff.com19 May 2026

Sara Ali Khan has quietly become one of Bollywood's most underrated fashion girls. With the Pati Patni Aur Woh Do actress, there's always a little drama, a little experimentation and a lot of confidence in the way she carries her looks.

Avneet, Uorfi, Kiara Look RED HOT

Avneet, Uorfi, Kiara Look RED HOT

Rediff.com4 May 2026

Bollywood is in The Devil Wears Prada 2 mode, as yet another special screening of the Hollywood movie was held in Mumbai.

Chand Mera Dil Review: Confused Romance

Chand Mera Dil Review: Confused Romance

Rediff.com22 May 2026

Chand Mera Dil flickers like an LED bulb in an artificial sky instead of a real chand, sighs Mayur Sanap.

Aishwarya, Alia, Aditi... Best Cannes 2026 Looks

Aishwarya, Alia, Aditi... Best Cannes 2026 Looks

Rediff.com25 May 2026

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, Alia Bhatt, Aditi Rao Hydari, captivated audiences and fashion critics alike with their stunning ensembles at Cannes 2026.

Dravid, Gayle, Maxwell among big names behind European T20 League

Dravid, Gayle, Maxwell among big names behind European T20 League

Rediff.com11 May 2026

Former India captain and coach Rahul Dravid has been named as a co-owner of the Dublin franchise in a new European Twenty20 league, with the 53-year-old being part of an Indian consortium that acquired the team in the tournament set to launch in September.

'In Iran, They Cut 3-Hour Bollywood Films To 1 Hour, With No Songs'

'In Iran, They Cut 3-Hour Bollywood Films To 1 Hour, With No Songs'

Rediff.com27 Mar 2026

'Much later when I came to Afghanistan, I realised that there were songs in Bollywood films.'

Fit India Sundays Marks Commonwealth Games Day With Cycling Event

Fit India Sundays Marks Commonwealth Games Day With Cycling Event

Rediff.com24 May 2026

The 75th edition of Fit India Sundays on Cycle drew massive participation across more than 8,000 locations nationwide as the initiative commemorated Commonwealth Games Day and built momentum towards the historic 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad.

Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai Team Rejects Bhagnani's Smear Campaign Claims

Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai Team Rejects Bhagnani's Smear Campaign Claims

Rediff.com28 May 2026

The makers of Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai, including producer Ramesh Taurani and Tips, have vehemently denied producer Vashu Bhagnani's allegations regarding song ownership, calling them a "smear campaign" ahead of the film's release.

Riddhima Kapoor Sahni Loves A Good Shaadi Look

Riddhima Kapoor Sahni Loves A Good Shaadi Look

Rediff.com8 May 2026

After giving us a peek into her glamorous life in Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives, Riddhima Kapoor Sahni is finally stepping onto the big screen with her mom Neetu Kapoor in Daadi Ki Shaadi.

Ever Notice These Bollywood Easter Eggs?

Ever Notice These Bollywood Easter Eggs?

Rediff.com2 Apr 2026

Eagle-eyed movie buffs don't miss a thing. Part of their passion for cinema is noticing clever little details slipped in by the filmmaker as ardently as the creative. With Easter Sunday just around the corner, Sukanya Verma digs up some super filmi easter eggs just for you.

Palak Tiwari Is A Concert Girlie!

Palak Tiwari Is A Concert Girlie!

Rediff.com14 May 2026

Concert culture is basically Gen Z's version of a fashion week now. Sure, people are showing up for the music, but they're also arriving with carefully planned fits, Pinterest moodboards, photo dumps ready and OOTNs locked in before the first song even starts.

India Celebrates 'Fit India Sundays' And Commonwealth Games Day

India Celebrates 'Fit India Sundays' And Commonwealth Games Day

Rediff.com24 May 2026

Union Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya joined a cycling event in Ahmedabad to mark the 75th edition of 'Fit India Sundays on Cycle' and Commonwealth Games Day, encouraging citizens to embrace cycling for fitness and short commutes. The event saw participation from athletes, celebrities, and citizens across India.

Inspector Avinash Season 2 Review: Muddled Cop Drama

Inspector Avinash Season 2 Review: Muddled Cop Drama

Rediff.com16 May 2026

Randeep Hooda returns as the titular supercop in Inspector Avinash Season 2, but the series struggles to maintain narrative coherence and pacing, sighs Sreeju Sudhakaran.

Emmanuel Macron's Brush With Bollywood

Emmanuel Macron's Brush With Bollywood

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

'Here's to India x France. And to many more stories waiting to be told.'

10 Retro Songs On The Gen Z Playlist

10 Retro Songs On The Gen Z Playlist

Rediff.com6 May 2026

From weddings to clubs to social media reels, these iconic Bollywood songs are blowing up again and the Gen Z just can't stop grooving to them. But who's complaining right? Namrata Thakker lists these evergreen chart-busters that's still dominating the dance floors.

Dragon: 10 Reasons Why We Are Excited For Jr NTR's Next

Dragon: 10 Reasons Why We Are Excited For Jr NTR's Next

Rediff.com25 May 2026

Prashanth Neel's Dragon promises a sprawling mass action spectacle with its gritty world-building, intriguing historical backstory, and Jr NTR's ferocious transformation as 'Luger'.

India Set To Make Huge Splash At Cannes

India Set To Make Huge Splash At Cannes

Rediff.com5 May 2026

France's prestigious Cannes International Film Festival 2026 is set to see a strong presence from India, with a mix of regional cinema, filmmakers, and actors expected to attend the global event from May 12 to May 23.