How A 50-Year-Old Cop Became Mr Tamil Nadu

Two years ago, Inspector Stephen Jose told his colleagues he was going to participate in a body-building contest. He was 48.They didn't think he was serious. But he was. In January 2022, he became......

The Indrani Vs Rahul Face Off

Rahul knew this was coming. That 'dirt' would be dug up.Vaihayasi Pande Daniel reports from the Sheena Bora murder trial. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff.com   The Indrani versus Rahul......

Imran Khan and his team who promise a 'Naya Pakistan'

Cricketer-turned-politician Imran Khan has been a style icon in his country. Now that the 65-year-old is also set to become the prime minister of Pakistan as he gears up to take the oath of office......

Dhurandhar Review: Excessively Violent

Dhurandhar may not have the dark realism of a spy story which a web show can manage. But it does not have the flamboyance either, that has come to be associated with espionage movies, observes......

The Gentle Colossus Of Tamil Cinema

Whether it was in the company of superstars Rajinikanth and Kamal Haasan -- or, on rare occasions with both together, among others -- Saravanan's demeanour would stand out, recalls N Sathiya......

When Meena Kumari Fell In Love With Dharmendra

'At parties and premieres, Meena openly showered affection towards Dharam. Sometimes she would even take his hand and the next day it would be in print.''On one occasion, mischievously almost, she......

The Smashing Machine Review: Plenty Of Emotion

Dwayne Johnson delivers a knockout in quite possibly the best role of his career, observes Mayur Sanap. We love an underdog story. The motivational journey from struggle to success that blends......

Rohit Sharma Is '10kg Down!'

IMAGE: Abhishek Nayar, who has long been part of Rohit Sharma's training circle with Dhawal Kulkarni. Photograph: Dhawal Kulkarni/Instagram   After months away from competitive cricket, Rohit......

Who Will Win The Asia Cup Final?

Sunday's final can be called the ultimate stress-test day for every cricket fan's heartbeat. IMAGE: A poster of Pakistan's advance to the final. Photograph: Pakistan Cricket/X Now that it will be......

Sarfaraz Loses 17 Kg. Is Agarkar Listening?

IMAGE: Sarfaraz Khan is proving he's not just hungry for runs. Photograph: Kind Courtesy Naushad Khan   Snubbed. Criticised. Written off. But Sarfaraz Khan is fighting back -- this time, not just......

Farewell Dr Vece Paes: Hockey Great, Sports Medicine Pioneer

'He was super talented both in sports and sports medicine. Sports medicine was his passion.' IMAGE: Dr Vece Paes with former India hockey teammate Gurbux Singh at the unveiling of the 125th......

Alcaraz edges Lehecka to win second Queen's title

IMAGE: Carlos Alcaraz, who triumphed at Queen's a few weeks before claiming his first Wimbledon title in 2023, extended his winning streak to 18 matches. Photographs: Peter Cziborra/Reuters Top......