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Review: One Night Stand is a cautionary tale

Review: One Night Stand is a cautionary tale

Rediff.com6 May 2016

One Night Stand isn't yet another tawdry skin-flick; it actually has something to say, feels, Raja Sen.

Meet the Opposition's grand marshall in the Rajya Sabha

Meet the Opposition's grand marshall in the Rajya Sabha

Rediff.com10 Aug 2019

Despite the Congress having nearly four times as many members in the Rajya Sabha as the TMC (48 to 13), Derek O'Brien has been informally leading the coordination of Opposition parties, rallying other parties to demand a discussion on electoral reforms and to protest the government's disinvestment plans, report Rahul Jacob and Archis Mohan.

Review: Inji Iduppazhagi fails to impress

Review: Inji Iduppazhagi fails to impress

Rediff.com27 Nov 2015

Director Prakash Kovelamudi's Inji Iduppazhagi deals with the concept of size zero superficially and you feel no emotional connect, writes S Saraswathi.

The Saand Ki Aankh Review

The Saand Ki Aankh Review

Rediff.com25 Oct 2019

'I felt a constant gag in my throat, and emerged from the movie somewhat mugged,' confesses Sreehari Nair.

Shashi Kapoor's lasting legacy: Prithvi@40

Shashi Kapoor's lasting legacy: Prithvi@40

Rediff.com10 Dec 2018

A year has passed since Shashi Kapoor passed into the ages. His movies live on on television, but Shashiji's greatest legacy must remain Mumbai's Prithvi Theatre, where people came to be entertained, informed and, perhaps, also enlightened.

Sridevi, Shammi and the smiling faces of Hrishida's cinema

Sridevi, Shammi and the smiling faces of Hrishida's cinema

Rediff.com16 Mar 2018

Sukanya Verma's Super Filmi Week.

Why I chose 45 million Swarovski crystals for the Oscars stage

Why I chose 45 million Swarovski crystals for the Oscars stage

Rediff.com5 Mar 2018

No one will outshine the Oscars stage this year.

Review: Hamari Adhuri Kahani is a pathetic attempt at tragedy

Review: Hamari Adhuri Kahani is a pathetic attempt at tragedy

Rediff.com12 Jun 2015

Hamari Adhuri Kahani is a film where three fine actors all play idiots, says Raja Sen.

Review: Tere Bin Laden: Dead or Alive has its goofy moments

Review: Tere Bin Laden: Dead or Alive has its goofy moments

Rediff.com26 Feb 2016

But it's nowhere as fun as the 2010 comedy Tere Bin Laden, writes Sukanya Verma.

Review: Despite Nawaz, Freaky Ali fails to impress!

Review: Despite Nawaz, Freaky Ali fails to impress!

Rediff.com9 Sep 2016

Freaky Ali is painfully dull, warns Sukanya Verma.

Sai's Take: Missing T N Seshan

Sai's Take: Missing T N Seshan

Rediff.com16 Apr 2019

'Just as the monkey god needed a Jambavan to prod him into realising his superpowers, so did the poll panel need a poke from the Supreme Court into remembering it had an armoury of powers at its disposal to stop the infractions,' notes Saisuresh Sivaswamy.

Baloch opposition to CPEC should worry China

Baloch opposition to CPEC should worry China

Rediff.com27 Oct 2018

'The separatist resurgence in Balochistan is thwarting Pakistan's plans to build CPEC projects to optimally utilise Balochistan's energy reserves,' points out Brigadier Gurmeet Kanwal (retd).

Bollywood's 10 Most Khoobsurat Heroines

Bollywood's 10 Most Khoobsurat Heroines

Rediff.com16 Sep 2014

These unforgettable beauties are gracing the silver screen right now.

5 fashion trends that'll rock LFW this year

5 fashion trends that'll rock LFW this year

Rediff.com31 Jan 2017

It's going to be about inclusive fashion -- watch out for slits, yellow, khaki and gold creations.

Review: Katham Katham is a total waste of time

Review: Katham Katham is a total waste of time

Rediff.com13 Mar 2015

Though Katham Katham moves at a brisk pace, it is predictable and long, writes S Saraswathi.

Priyanka stars in Valentine's Day movie

Priyanka stars in Valentine's Day movie

Rediff.com24 Jan 2019

Isn't It Romantic is about a New York woman hit on the head during a mugging. The impact leaves her feeling that she is in a rom-com.

The secret to cooking the perfect biryani

The secret to cooking the perfect biryani

Rediff.com9 Apr 2018

This burst of flavours is as much a delight to eat as for the chefs to dish out a perfect pot of biryani.

Review: Love Games is no Cruel Intentions

Review: Love Games is no Cruel Intentions

Rediff.com8 Apr 2016

Watch Love Games only if you have nothing to do this weekend, says Namrata Thakker.

I didn't lose my place to a normal cricketer, it was Dhoni: Karthik

I didn't lose my place to a normal cricketer, it was Dhoni: Karthik

Rediff.com12 Jun 2018

Afghanistan will play India after becoming full members of the International Cricket Council (ICC) last year.

Decoding the failure of Indian batsmen

Decoding the failure of Indian batsmen

Rediff.com13 Aug 2018

Indian batsmen's troubles mental, not technical, says Kohli

Kerala beckons tourists: We're open!

Kerala beckons tourists: We're open!

Rediff.com4 Oct 2018

Kerala Tourism has drawn up God's Own Country 2.0 and the department is going all out to repair the state's image and infrastructure. Apart from being a damage control exercise, it is also an opportunity to reimagine the state as a tourism brand.

Why Washington Post's coverage of Kashmir is not credible

Why Washington Post's coverage of Kashmir is not credible

Rediff.com3 Oct 2019

'The Post's coverage is not an authentic public discourse guided by unbiased Western intellectuals, but a slanted doomsday propaganda orchestrated by Indians and expatriate Indians,' argues Vivek Gumaste.

'Every game of cricket is challenging, every series is challenging'

'Every game of cricket is challenging, every series is challenging'

Rediff.com4 Dec 2019

'When cricketers, coaches, captains, managers, franchise owners focus on the prize, they forget the process.' 'You can't win every game. Getting better is all about making mistakes.'

Vedalam is a total commercial entertainer

Vedalam is a total commercial entertainer

Rediff.com12 Nov 2015

Director Siva's Vedalam is an action packed potboiler revolving around one man's mission to take down an international flesh trade racket.

Good time to enter mid- and small-cap space

Good time to enter mid- and small-cap space

Rediff.com28 Sep 2018

'Allocate 30% to 35% of your equity portfolio to mid-cap funds and 10% to 15% to small-cap funds.'

What I find compelling about masala movies...

What I find compelling about masala movies...

Rediff.com1 Nov 2019

'...that it takes fantasy seriously as a part of real life'... A fascinating excerpt from Jonathan Gil Harris's book, Masala Shakespeare: How A Firangi Writer Became Indian.

'Baghban was one of my biggest mistakes'

'Baghban was one of my biggest mistakes'

Rediff.com17 Jun 2016

'Reality shows work for a short while. I have much more to achieve, so that I can show that people love me for my work, not for my stints in reality shows.' Aman Verma returns to the small screen.

Review: Ishq Forever is a forgettable love story

Review: Ishq Forever is a forgettable love story

Rediff.com19 Feb 2016

The biggest let down of Ishq Forever is the story, writes Namrata Thakker.

The battle is now for the Tipping Point in Kashmir

The battle is now for the Tipping Point in Kashmir

Rediff.com14 Aug 2015

'How does one get to weaken all those pillars on which the Deep State of Pakistan and the Separatists rely to prevent the situation reaching that point; how must this stage of the proxy war be countered? In many ways the strategy being followed by the adversaries is a smart one, acting within threshold and avoiding overpitch,' says Lieutenant General Syed Ata Hasnain (retd).

Review: Don't be forced to watch Force 2

Review: Don't be forced to watch Force 2

Rediff.com18 Nov 2016

Despite some efficiency, Force 2 is never impressive, says Raja Sen.

As Sorrell's reign ends WPP stares at an uncertain future

As Sorrell's reign ends WPP stares at an uncertain future

Rediff.com30 Apr 2018

Whatever happens to WPP, the marketing communications business will no longer be the same again, says Sreekant Khandekar.

Review: Strawberry is a decent directorial debut

Review: Strawberry is a decent directorial debut

Rediff.com14 Sep 2015

Tamil film Strawberry works because of its storyline, says S Saraswathi.

Review: Margarita, With a Straw is refreshing, brutally honest

Review: Margarita, With a Straw is refreshing, brutally honest

Rediff.com17 Apr 2015

Margarita, With a Straw's is admirable in its handling of its protagonist and cerebral palsy, says Paloma Sharma.

The rapper who inspired Gully Boy

The rapper who inspired Gully Boy

Rediff.com7 Feb 2019

Bollywood is rushing to embrace him, but Vivian Fernandes aka DIVINE wants to rap his own tune, discovers Shreevatsa Nevatia.

How Shah Rukh beat Letterman at his game

How Shah Rukh beat Letterman at his game

Rediff.com30 Oct 2019

Shah Rukh Khan had David Letterman in his grip, giving him no quarter whatsoever, declares Sreehari Nair.

Review: Idhu Enna Maayam is a decent entertainer

Review: Idhu Enna Maayam is a decent entertainer

Rediff.com3 Aug 2015

Tamil film Idhu Enna Maayam is saved by its light, situational humour, says S Saraswathi.

10 Tips To Communicate Better With Your Child

10 Tips To Communicate Better With Your Child

Rediff.com10 Jul 2019

Communication with children has two distinct aspects to it: Quantity and quality. Both are important for the development of a balanced personality. Lack of communication and faulty communication can adversely affect the child's psyche.

Why Cheat India is a love letter to Emraan Hashmi but...

Why Cheat India is a love letter to Emraan Hashmi but...

Rediff.com18 Jan 2019

...A hate letter to our system, feels Sreehari Nair.

Jai GangaaJal: Not enough PC power!

Jai GangaaJal: Not enough PC power!

Rediff.com4 Mar 2016

Priyanka Chopra plays second fiddle to Prakash Jha in this tedious cop drama, says Sukanya Verma.

Off ramp: Fashionistas who stood out

Off ramp: Fashionistas who stood out

Rediff.com2 Feb 2017

It's Day Two of Lakme Fashion Week Summer/Resort 2017 and these stylish women off the ramp caught our roving eyes