News for '-saheb'

Why you must watch Harishchandrachi Factory

Why you must watch Harishchandrachi Factory

Rediff.com29 Jan 2010

Director Paresh Mokashi deserves a pat on his back for making such a low budget film with such great actors, and such interesting direction.

Siddaramaiah snatches mike during wordy duel with woman party worker

Siddaramaiah snatches mike during wordy duel with woman party worker

Rediff.com28 Jan 2019

As he faced flak, the senior Congress leader later said the incident was accidental, devoid of any mal-intent and that the woman was like his sister.

Meet the first cinematographer to get Phalke award

Meet the first cinematographer to get Phalke award

Rediff.com19 Jan 2010

V K Murthy is credited with providing some of Indian cinema's most breathtaking visual moments in classics like Guru Dutt's Kagaz Ke Phool, Sahib Biwi Aur Ghulam, Baazi, Jaal, Chaudavin Ka Chand, Pyasa, 12 O'Clock and Ziddi.

V K Murthy: Aamir perfect to play Guru Dutt

V K Murthy: Aamir perfect to play Guru Dutt

Rediff.com5 Apr 2010

The cinematographer, famous for his camera work in Guru Dutt's classics like Pyaasa and Sahib, Bibi Aur Ghulam, believes that only Aamir Khan can play Guru Dutt onscreen.

Action will be taken against Ajit: Sharad Pawar

Action will be taken against Ajit: Sharad Pawar

Rediff.com23 Nov 2019

While addressing a joint press conference with Shiv Sena chief Uddhav Thackeray in Mumbai, NCP chief Sharad Pawar paraded 3 MLAs to display that all are with him.

Snoopgate: Gulail asked to file affidavit by Jan 15

Snoopgate: Gulail asked to file affidavit by Jan 15

Rediff.com30 Dec 2013

A two-member commission set up by the Gujarat government to inquire into the alleged snooping on a woman by police has issued summons to Ashish Khetan of Gulail.com and asked him to file an affidavit by January 15 in connection with the release of audio tapes.

Maharashtra govt diktat: Prime time shows for Marathi movies

Maharashtra govt diktat: Prime time shows for Marathi movies

Rediff.com7 Apr 2015

In a controversial move, the Bharatiya Janata Party-Shiv Sena government in Maharashtra is set to enact a law to make it mandatory for multiplexes in the state to screen Marathi movies during prime time slots.

'Guru Dutt attempted suicide thrice'

'Guru Dutt attempted suicide thrice'

Rediff.com20 Jan 2010

V K Murthy is the first ever cinematographer to be chosen for the prestigious Dada Saheb Phalke award for his outstanding contribution to films.

Farewell, Situbhai. You will be missed

Farewell, Situbhai. You will be missed

Rediff.com11 Aug 2017

'He was sitting on a sofa in the Aamir Khan Productions office and he just loosened his body a little.' 'Then he delivered the perfect Bhai Thakur.' 'What followed was a spectacular jamming of the craft of acting.'

Miandad says Indians are cowards, Modi a 'rotten egg', calls for war

Miandad says Indians are cowards, Modi a 'rotten egg', calls for war

Rediff.com4 Oct 2016

In an interview to Pakistani channel Samaa TV, Miandad said every Pakistani was ready for martyrdom in the war against India, and also made some rather unpleasant comments about Prime Minister Narendra Modi. In an interview to Pakistani channel Samaa TV, Miandad said every Pakistani was ready for martyrdom in the war against India, and also made some rather unpleasant comments about Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

National awards 2015: 'Kangna you are a Queen!'

National awards 2015: 'Kangna you are a Queen!'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2015

A look at the top tweets from your Bollywood celebrities.

V K Murthy, Priyanka receive National Awards

V K Murthy, Priyanka receive National Awards

Rediff.com19 Mar 2010

Priyanka Chopra and Arjun Rampal joined an elite club of winners on Friday after being presented with the National Awards at a ceremony in New Delhi which also saw veteran cameraman V K Murthy receiving the Dada Saheb Phalke amid a standing ovation from the audience.

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: The Best Films

Irrfan: The Best Films

Rediff.com29 Apr 2020

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

10 defectors, who helped BJP, made Karnataka ministers

10 defectors, who helped BJP, made Karnataka ministers

Rediff.com6 Feb 2020

The then disqualified Congress-JDS MLAs who had shifted loyalty to the BJP and won the December by-elections, were sworn-in at a simple ceremony at Raj Bhavan with Governor Vajubhai Vala admistering oath of office and secrecy.

'Phalke award's for all talented cinematographers'

'Phalke award's for all talented cinematographers'

Rediff.com20 Jan 2010

Cinematographer V K Murthy talks about his prestigious award.

India COVID-19 tally tops 2.6 lakh with 9,987 new cases

India COVID-19 tally tops 2.6 lakh with 9,987 new cases

Rediff.com10 Jun 2020

India is the fifth worst-hit nation by the COVID-19 pandemic after the United States, Brazil, Russia and the United Kingdom, according to the Johns Hopkins University data.

Bangalore is happy for Manna Dey

Bangalore is happy for Manna Dey

Rediff.com1 Oct 2009

The city rejoices the news of the singer's Dada Saheb Phalke award nomination.

'How much will you befool country': Oppn slams PM on NRC

'How much will you befool country': Oppn slams PM on NRC

Rediff.com23 Dec 2019

The NRC has been discussed neither in Parliament nor in the Cabinet, Modi said on Sunday.

Renowned Hindustani classical vocalist Kishori Amonkar passes away

Renowned Hindustani classical vocalist Kishori Amonkar passes away

Rediff.com4 Apr 2017

Amonkar was recognised as one of the foremost singers in the Hindustani tradition and as an innovative exponent of the Jaipur gharana.

Indira Gandhi held her nose here: PM Modi in Gujarat's Morbi

Indira Gandhi held her nose here: PM Modi in Gujarat's Morbi

Rediff.com29 Nov 2017

The prime minister further alleged that the work of Congress while in power was mere pretentiousness.

Protest is dead! Long live democracy!

Protest is dead! Long live democracy!

Rediff.com14 Oct 2019

It is a waste of time to speak up in today's India, believes Syed Firdaus Ashraf.

Yogi govt launches heritage calendar featuring Taj Mahal

Yogi govt launches heritage calendar featuring Taj Mahal

Rediff.com18 Oct 2017

The world famous monument has recently been in the crosshairs of controversy.

Where the hell are Covid hospital beds in Delhi?

Where the hell are Covid hospital beds in Delhi?

Rediff.com12 Jun 2020

Locals are overly concerned as horrifying tales emerge of patients running from pillar to post to secure hospital beds or even get themselves tested.

Guess who's calling the shots in Bollywood?

Guess who's calling the shots in Bollywood?

Rediff.com13 Dec 2018

Singles move aside. Make way for Bollywood's married brigade!

'Bigg Boss made me famous'

'Bigg Boss made me famous'

Rediff.com3 Apr 2008

In conversation with the star most famous for her role as Monisha in Sarabhai vs Sarabhai on Star One; her part in Big Boss and roles in soaps like Sanjivani, Kahani Ghar Ghar Ki and Kavyanjali.

The significance of Cheti Chand, the Sindhi New Year

The significance of Cheti Chand, the Sindhi New Year

Rediff.com8 Apr 2016

The Sindhi New Year 'chetichand' holds a lot of importance, as this is a day when friends and relatives come together to meet one another.

Congress offered money to cancel rally in support of TRS: Owaisi

Congress offered money to cancel rally in support of TRS: Owaisi

Rediff.com20 Nov 2018

Rejecting the charge, Reddy termed it 'baseless and false' and said he would quit politics if Owaisi proved it.

Six new ministers join Maharashtra cabinet

Six new ministers join Maharashtra cabinet

Rediff.com11 Jun 2013

Five Nationalist Congress Party and an Independent legislator, were on Tuesday sworn-in as ministers in the Maharashtra government as part of the much-awaited reshuffle.

'We are not film stars'

'We are not film stars'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2019

In the heat and dust of a Baramati rally with Supriya Sule.

Shatrughan Sinha sympathises with jailed Lalu

Shatrughan Sinha sympathises with jailed Lalu

Rediff.com1 Oct 2013

Senior Bharatiya Janata Party leader Shatrughan Sinha expressed sympathy on Tuesday for jailed RJD president Lalu Prasad and said he prayed that he comes out soon with the help of an upper court order.

'The batsmen are likely to be at ease on this Fatullah pitch'

'The batsmen are likely to be at ease on this Fatullah pitch'

Rediff.com9 Jun 2015

They might be the hosts but the Bangladesh team has been left baffled by the pitch for the one-off Test against India with their Sri Lankan coach Chandika Hathurusingha saying that he has never seen a track like the one in Khan Saheb Osman Ali Stadium in Fatullah.

Canada: Probe sought into Sikh parade

Canada: Probe sought into Sikh parade

Rediff.com12 May 2007

Politicians of all levels of government attended the April seven event, which drew a crowd estimated at 100,000.

Face to face with the dreaded Mohammad Shahabuddin

Face to face with the dreaded Mohammad Shahabuddin

Rediff.com27 Sep 2016

For the moment, Siwan is once again Shahabuddin's home.

Shyam Benegal wins Phalke award

Shyam Benegal wins Phalke award

Rediff.com8 Aug 2007

The 72-year-old director wins the award over Sulochana and Suchitra Sen.

Protesting doctors turn down Mamata's invite for talks

Protesting doctors turn down Mamata's invite for talks

Rediff.com15 Jun 2019

The doctors, who are protesting against the assault on two of their colleagues at NRS Medical College and Hospital, had on Friday sought unconditional apology from Banerjee and set six conditions for the state government in order to withdraw their stir.

Revealed: Shahid's Rangoon look

Revealed: Shahid's Rangoon look

Rediff.com24 Dec 2015

The top posts on social media from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

Shashi Kapoor honoured with Dadasaheb Phalke award

Shashi Kapoor honoured with Dadasaheb Phalke award

Rediff.com10 May 2015

Veteran actor-filmmaker Shashi Kapoor was on Sunday conferred the prestigious Dada Saheb Phalke award at the landmark Prithvi Theatre in Mumbai by Union Information and Broadcasting Minister Arun Jaitley.

Kader Khan passes into the ages

Kader Khan passes into the ages

Rediff.com1 Jan 2019

'He was in hospital for 16, 17 weeks.'

Geelani applies for US visa

Geelani applies for US visa

Rediff.com12 Mar 2007

Following intervention from Prime Minister Dr Manmohan Singh, the ministry of external affairs issued him a passport to Geelani so that he could travel for treatment of his illness abroad.