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Review: Paan Singh Tomar is compelling

Review: Paan Singh Tomar is compelling

Rediff.com2 Mar 2012

Director Tigmanshu Dhulia takes us on a journey inside a world that few of us know.

When Irrfan made Paan Singh Tomar a household name

When Irrfan made Paan Singh Tomar a household name

Rediff.com30 Apr 2020

The fascinating story of this man was one of the most searched topics on Google after the trailer was launched with Irrfan's Tomar, his gaze fixed at a journalist interviewing him, mouthing that iconic dialogue "beehad mein baaghi hote hain, dacait milte hain Parliament mein".

How Irrfan brought Paan Singh Tomar to life on screen

How Irrfan brought Paan Singh Tomar to life on screen

Rediff.com21 Feb 2012

Tigmanshu Dhulia's new film unearths the fascinating but little-known tale of a medal-winning athlete and armyman who became a dacoit.

India's Women Power At Cannes

India's Women Power At Cannes

Rediff.com16 May 2025

Oscar-winning Producer Guneet Monga Kapoor made her mark on Cannes 2025 by launching a new initiative that spotlights three rising women producers from India, part of her newly-established Women in Film India chapter, reported Variety.

When Tigmanshu Dhulia Made 'Ghatiya' Tea For Shah Rukh

When Tigmanshu Dhulia Made 'Ghatiya' Tea For Shah Rukh

Rediff.com3 Apr 2025

Actor-Writer-Director Tigmanshu Dhulia (known for films like Paan Singh Tomar, Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster Returns, Haasil and Charas) shared an interesting memory when he served tea to Shah Rukh Khan.

Quiz: What sport does Irrfan Khan compete in Paan Singh Tomar?

Quiz: What sport does Irrfan Khan compete in Paan Singh Tomar?

Rediff.com18 Jun 2015

In a special series, we will put YOU to the test everyday!

The Great Bollywood Quiz

The Great Bollywood Quiz

Rediff.com10 Feb 2022

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

Quiz: Can You Guess This Movie?

Quiz: Can You Guess This Movie?

Rediff.com9 Feb 2023

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

Guess who's directing Dabangg 4?

Guess who's directing Dabangg 4?

Rediff.com3 Jan 2022

Salman Khan has roped in the talented Tigmanshu Dhulia to write and direct the fourth installment of the Dabangg franchise.

'The hooligans started to take over'

'The hooligans started to take over'

Rediff.com25 Apr 2023

'I grew up in a place that used to be the best city in India: Allahabad.' 'The city has given some of the best writers, politicians and musicians to the country. 'Today, it has gone to the dogs.'

National Awards for Irrfan Khan, Vicky Donor, Eega

National Awards for Irrfan Khan, Vicky Donor, Eega

Rediff.com18 Mar 2013

Here's a look at the winners of the 60th National Awards.

10 BIGGEST Holi Hits

10 BIGGEST Holi Hits

Rediff.com26 Mar 2021

Over the last 10 years, a few films have made their mark by releasing over the Holi weekend.

Irrfan: I have compromised many times in Bollywood

Irrfan: I have compromised many times in Bollywood

Rediff.com16 Apr 2012

Irrfan Khan enjoys the success of his latest film, Paan Singh Tomar, and talks about his career so far.

Bollywood's biggest box office clashes this year

Bollywood's biggest box office clashes this year

Rediff.com17 Jan 2012

With several big films releasing on the same dates as others, it's going to be quite an eventful year at the box office.

Tigmanshu Dhulia, Vishal Bhardwaj pay homage to Irrfan

Tigmanshu Dhulia, Vishal Bhardwaj pay homage to Irrfan

Rediff.com29 Apr 2020

The actor was buried at the Versova Kabarstan in north west Mumbai.

The MAZEDAAR Movie Quiz!

The MAZEDAAR Movie Quiz!

Rediff.com12 May 2021

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

Where you can watch Irrfan's films today

Where you can watch Irrfan's films today

Rediff.com2 May 2020

We have lost Irrfan, but his legacy lives on.

The finest Khan in Bollywood

The finest Khan in Bollywood

Rediff.com30 Apr 2020

'You will be remembered for a long, long, time,' notes Sudhir Bisht.

PIX: Irrfan, KJo, Tabu celebrate National Awards

PIX: Irrfan, KJo, Tabu celebrate National Awards

Rediff.com25 Mar 2013

Filmmaker Nikhil Advani hosted the bash celebrating his animation film Delhi Safari's win.

From Real To Reel: Bollywood's Fav Stories of 2013

From Real To Reel: Bollywood's Fav Stories of 2013

Rediff.com4 Feb 2013

With films like No One Killed Jessica, Dirty Picture and Paan Singh Tomar garnering critical acclaim and box office success, more filmmakers are taking up real life stories and adapting them for screen.

Want Deepika Padukone to play me in biopic: Sania Mirza

Want Deepika Padukone to play me in biopic: Sania Mirza

Rediff.com15 Nov 2014

India's tennis star Sania Mirza says she does not want a biopic made on her life but if something like this ever happens, she would like Deepika Padukone to play her on-screen.

When Irrfan, Salman, Alia took us by SURPRISE!

When Irrfan, Salman, Alia took us by SURPRISE!

Rediff.com16 Apr 2014

Irrfan Khan has surprised everyone by showing off his dance moves in a new commercial.

'In our film industry, the weakest aspect is acting'

'In our film industry, the weakest aspect is acting'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2013

Tigmanshu Dhulia talks about his struggling years in the industry, why a trained actor like him preferred directing, and why he named his dog Action!

Could he be the next Irrfan Khan?

Could he be the next Irrfan Khan?

Rediff.com30 Apr 2012

The actor, who's had over seven of his films screened at various film festivals abroad this year, opens up about his journey in Bollywood so far.

Nawazuddin: People's expectations scare me a little now

Nawazuddin: People's expectations scare me a little now

Rediff.com6 Aug 2012

Ahead of the film's release, the Gangs Of Wasseypur 2 actor tells Sonil Dedhia that he's a little nervous as much more is expected of him now.

Actor Irrfan Khan in ICU with colon infection

Actor Irrfan Khan in ICU with colon infection

Rediff.com28 Apr 2020

The 53-year-old, who is at the Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, lost his 95-year-old mother Saeeda Begum in Jaipur just three days ago.

25 Deadliest Bollywood Dacoits

25 Deadliest Bollywood Dacoits

Rediff.com7 Jul 2022

Ranbir Kapoor's larger-than-life daku depiction in and as Shamshera is old school at its spectacular best. While we wait to watch the actor in one of the most raw, rough and rustic outings of his career, here's Sukanya Verma's list of 25 daku roles we love, ranked in an ascending order.

Watched These Vikram Gokhale Movies?

Watched These Vikram Gokhale Movies?

Rediff.com28 Nov 2022

An actor of remarkable presence and gravitas, Vikram Gokhale's dramatic eloquence and cocksure authority sparkled every time he had to call on someone's bluff or leave them too tongue-tied to beat around the bush. Often though, his cold, composed stare was enough to put a dolt in place.

A National Award named after Irrfan?

A National Award named after Irrfan?

Rediff.com1 May 2021

'We are thinking on something like the 'Irrfan Memorial Award' given to the most promising new actor.'

Peepli [Live] actor Sitaram Panchal passes away

Peepli [Live] actor Sitaram Panchal passes away

Rediff.com10 Aug 2017

The actor, 54, passed away early morning today after battling kidney and lung cancer.

VOTE: Your favourite Bollywood Sports Biopic

VOTE: Your favourite Bollywood Sports Biopic

Rediff.com29 May 2017

MS Dhoni or Sachin A Billion Dreams? Dangal or Mary Kom?

'I mourn the death of an unsung actor'

'I mourn the death of an unsung actor'

Rediff.com19 Feb 2015

'It's really sad to see a promising career cut short so rudely.'

Mrudula Murali to make her Bollywood debut

Mrudula Murali to make her Bollywood debut

Rediff.com27 Jun 2016

The latest updates from the Malayalam film industry.

Irrfan gets ready for Japan!

Irrfan gets ready for Japan!

Rediff.com12 Aug 2015

Irrfan plays a pivotal role in a television series entitled The Tokyo Trials

'Whenever he came on screen, he had a lot of intensity'

'Whenever he came on screen, he had a lot of intensity'

Rediff.com6 May 2020

'He was a very shy man of few words. Whenever we spoke about girls, he would run away.'

'A true gentleman and a great actor'

'A true gentleman and a great actor'

Rediff.com29 Apr 2020

Bollywood actors salute Irrfan Khan, legend.

Irrfan: The Best Films

Irrfan: The Best Films

Rediff.com29 Apr 2020

Sukanya Verma salutes the late actor's spectacular cinematic legacy.

'You can smell Punjab in Tabbar'

'You can smell Punjab in Tabbar'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2022

"It's a pity that because there are no big names attached to it, Sony Liv did not go all out to promote this dark and gripping series, the way they did with a Scam 1992. They should have made it track more to ensure it reached more people."

The Deadliest Dacoits of Bollywood

The Deadliest Dacoits of Bollywood

Rediff.com25 May 2016

Ram Gopal Varma's Veerapan to hit the screens this Friday.

'We hoped Irrfan and Rishi Kapoor would be fine'

'We hoped Irrfan and Rishi Kapoor would be fine'

Rediff.com30 Apr 2020

'I don't know what greater calamities this year has in store.'