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Cheekatlo Review: Conventional

Cheekatlo Review: Conventional

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

Cheekatlo is a run-of-the-mill crime procedural, notes Arjun Menon.

Single On Valentine's Day? Must Watch These Films

Single On Valentine's Day? Must Watch These Films

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Deepa Gahlot picks 10 must-watch movies about singles and the consciously uncoupled.

Richa-Ali Party With Shabana Azmi, Rekha

Richa-Ali Party With Shabana Azmi, Rekha

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

Film folk enjoyed a soulful evening at Kaifi Azmi's 107th birth anniversary.

Sobhita's Special Makar Sankranti Wish

Sobhita's Special Makar Sankranti Wish

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

Cheekatilo will release on January 23 on Amazon Prime Video.

Sandhya's 12 Best Songs

Sandhya's 12 Best Songs

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Bollywood's OG Dancing Superstar Sandhya passed into the ages on October 4. Dinesh Raheja lists her 12 best songs.

Tharoor slams govt for not allowing Rahul Gandhi to speak

Tharoor slams govt for not allowing Rahul Gandhi to speak

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Senior Congress leader Shashi Tharoor has criticized the Lok Sabha for denying Leader of Opposition Rahul Gandhi the opportunity to speak, calling it 'absolutely bizarre'. Tharoor stated that Gandhi should be allowed to voice his concerns and that preventing him from speaking undermines the purpose of Parliament.

Theatre stampede: Allu Arjun named as accused in charge sheet

Theatre stampede: Allu Arjun named as accused in charge sheet

Rediff.com27 Dec 2025

Hyderabad police file charge sheet against 23 individuals, including actor Allu Arjun, in connection with a stampede at the 'Pushpa-2' premiere that resulted in a woman's death.

Showdown in Parliament as Rahul, Kharge 'not allowed to speak'

Showdown in Parliament as Rahul, Kharge 'not allowed to speak'

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

The Lok Sabha was adjourned for the day following a dispute between the government and the opposition regarding Rahul Gandhi's request to speak before the Union Budget discussion commenced.

Ahead of Modi's reply, Lok Sabha adjourned amid disruption

Ahead of Modi's reply, Lok Sabha adjourned amid disruption

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

Just ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's reply to the debate on Motion of Thanks on the President's Address, the Chair adjourned the House for the day soon after it reassembled at 5 pm.

Rahul standoff rattles Opposition unity as SP, TMC back Budget debate

Rahul standoff rattles Opposition unity as SP, TMC back Budget debate

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

Cracks appeared in the opposition ranks as some parties showed willingness to participate in the budget debate, while the government insisted on equal speaking opportunities for all members amidst ongoing disruptions.

Oscar winner Keeravani to lead music for R-Day mega cultural show

Oscar winner Keeravani to lead music for R-Day mega cultural show

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

The broader theme of the performance will be -- 'Swatantra Ka Mantra - Vande Mataram' and 'Samriddhi Ka Mantra - Viksit Bharat', officials said.

Why Lok Sabha was adjourned on Wednesday just before Modi's speech

Why Lok Sabha was adjourned on Wednesday just before Modi's speech

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

The prime minister is now expected to speak on Thursday in the Rajya Sabha, where the debate on the Motion of Thanks on the President's Address has taken place without any disruption.

Vande Mataram Gets A 2.0 Version

Vande Mataram Gets A 2.0 Version

Rediff.com23 Jan 2026

'It took 22 working days for us to complete the song.'

Pankaja, O'Sey Balamma Make It To Sundance

Pankaja, O'Sey Balamma Make It To Sundance

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

Pankaja and O'Sey Balamma bring deeply personal yet universally resonant stories to Sundance. They represent a new wave of South Indian storytelling, blending cultural authenticity with cinematic innovation, and mark an important step in amplifying regional voices on the international stage.

Bollywood's OG Dancing Superstar

Bollywood's OG Dancing Superstar

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

Dinesh Raheja salutes Sandhya, the acclaimed dancer who passed into the ages on October 4.

The Only Man Sulakshana Pandit Loved

The Only Man Sulakshana Pandit Loved

Rediff.com7 Nov 2025

'Sulakshanadidi was never the same after Sanjeev Kumar turned her down.'

Man killed, wife injured in Kerala mudslide triggered by NH work

Man killed, wife injured in Kerala mudslide triggered by NH work

Rediff.com26 Oct 2025

A man died and his wife was severely injured after a mudslide levelled several houses in the Idukki district of Kerala. Residents allege unscientific road widening work was responsible for the tragedy.

Mamta Kulkarni says Dawood not terrorist, clarifies later

Mamta Kulkarni says Dawood not terrorist, clarifies later

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

Actress-turned-seer Mamta Kulkarni has found herself at the centre of controversy following her recent remarks that underworld don Dawood Ibrahim 'is not a terrorist'.

Chhath Puja: Prayers To The Sun God

Chhath Puja: Prayers To The Sun God

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

The four-day Chhath Puja festival began on Saturday with the Nahay-Khay ritual, marking the start of prayers to the Sun God and Chhathi Maiya, celebrated with devotion, discipline across India.

Santosh Review: Powerful Police Procedural

Santosh Review: Powerful Police Procedural

Rediff.com17 Oct 2025

The power of Santosh hinges on the script, enhanced by Shahana Goswami and Sunita Rajwar's performances, observes Deepa Gahlot.

PIX: Shreya Ghosal leads moving Zubeen tribute at WC launch

PIX: Shreya Ghosal leads moving Zubeen tribute at WC launch

Rediff.com30 Sep 2025

The emotional high point of the glittering ceremony came when Shreya concluded her performance with Zubeen's iconic song 'Mayabini Ratir Bukut'.

Third-Gen Scindia takes charge of MP cricket

Third-Gen Scindia takes charge of MP cricket

Rediff.com1 Sep 2025

Mahanaryaman Scindia was on Monday unanimously elected president of the Madhya Pradesh Cricket Association (MPCA)

Tannishtha Opens Up On Battle With Cancer

Tannishtha Opens Up On Battle With Cancer

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

'In the darkest moments, I discovered an extraordinary kind of love, the kind that shows up, holds space, and never lets you feel alone.'

The Painter Who Made A Blockbuster Movie

The Painter Who Made A Blockbuster Movie

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

'Story-telling is at the core of everything I do.'

WhatsApp brings ads to Channels, Status features

WhatsApp brings ads to Channels, Status features

Rediff.com17 Jun 2025

After the success of bringing businesses to WhatsApp, Meta - its parent - is now introducing ads and subscriptions to Status and Channels under the Updates tab of the messaging app, the company said on Monday. This move will further push its monetisation efforts on WhatsApp.

The Mystery Of Woh Kaun Thi

The Mystery Of Woh Kaun Thi

Rediff.com5 Apr 2025

Dinesh Raheja looks back at Manoj Kumar's brilliant 1964 thriller Woh Kaun Thi, and explains just what made it an audio-visual treat.

Major stampede at religious events, other gatherings in India

Major stampede at religious events, other gatherings in India

Rediff.com27 Jul 2025

This is not the first time that a large number of people have died in stampedes at temples and other religious gatherings over the years in India.

IBM Can Realise ROI On AI Within 24 Months, If...

IBM Can Realise ROI On AI Within 24 Months, If...

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

Streamlining enterprise data, having an AI policy, reskilling people, and cultural transformation have been cited by experts as key.

Meta appoints Sandhya Devanathan as India head

Meta appoints Sandhya Devanathan as India head

Rediff.com17 Nov 2022

Social media giant Meta has appointed Sandhya Devanathan as the vice president of Meta India, the company said.

Was Guru Dutt's Death Suicide Or...

Was Guru Dutt's Death Suicide Or...

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

Guru Dutt took an overdose of pills twice, once even swallowing opium, calling out for Geeta Dutt even when he was not fully conscious. One suicide attempt, according to sister Lalita Lajmi, was definitely deliberate with Guru Dutt leaving a letter for brother Atma Ram asking him to take care of the production company, his wife and the kids. But she always wondered if the third attempt was actually suicide since there were no calls and no letters.

'Ekta Decided To Cast Smriti As Tulsi'

'Ekta Decided To Cast Smriti As Tulsi'

Rediff.com1 Jul 2025

'Star didn't think Kyunki Saas Bhi Kabhi Bahu Thi was good enough to come immediately after KBC.' 'Except for Ekta, no one imagined it would become such a hit.'

50 people have been killed in stampedes this year

50 people have been killed in stampedes this year

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

The Royal Challenger's Bengaluru parade in celebration of the team's maiden Indian Premiere League win in 18 years turned into tragedy as at least 11 fans died and several were injured in a stampede near the Chinnaswamy Stadium on Wednesday.

CWG 2022: Lovlina's coach Sandhya receives accreditation

CWG 2022: Lovlina's coach Sandhya receives accreditation

Rediff.com26 Jul 2022

Lovlina Borgohain's personal coach Sandhya Gurung on Tuesday received her accreditation for the Commonwealth Games, a day after the Olympic bronze medallist claimed her preparation for the event was getting affected due to "continuous harassment" of her coaches.

5 get life term for attack on Army trainee officers, gangrape of friend

5 get life term for attack on Army trainee officers, gangrape of friend

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

Five men have been sentenced to life imprisonment by a sessions court in Mhow, Madhya Pradesh, for looting, assaulting, abducting two Army trainee officers and their two female friends, and gangraping one of them. The incident occurred in September 2022 on the Mhow-Mandleshwar road. The sixth accused, a minor, is being tried separately in the juvenile court.

Relief for Allu Arjun as court grants regular bail in stampede case

Relief for Allu Arjun as court grants regular bail in stampede case

Rediff.com3 Jan 2025

Telugu actor Allu Arjun has been granted regular bail in a case related to the death of a woman in a stampede at the premiere of his film 'Pushpa-2' in Hyderabad. The actor was arrested on December 13 and released on interim bail on December 14. As part of the bail conditions, Allu Arjun must appear before the investigating officer every Sunday and cannot leave the country without permission.

Police book Allu Arjun after woman dies at Pushpa 2 premiere

Police book Allu Arjun after woman dies at Pushpa 2 premiere

Rediff.com5 Dec 2024

A case was registered against actor Allu Arjun and others in connection with the death of a woman due to asphyxiation as crowds "jostled" at a film theatre in Hyderabad during the premiere show of the actor's latest film Pushpa 2: The Rule, the police said on Thursday.

Allu Arjun Gets Arrested

Allu Arjun Gets Arrested

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

Allu Arjun has been arrested days after a woman killed in a stampede outside a theatre screening his new film, Pushpa: The Rule in Hyderabad.

'Love your body,' says Sandhya Mridul

'Love your body,' says Sandhya Mridul

Rediff.com8 Apr 2019

Sandhya Mridul, who turned 44 on March 28, shared some inspirational words on her Instagram post.

Triptii Makes Unforgettable Memories

Triptii Makes Unforgettable Memories

Rediff.com6 Feb 2025

Rashmika's thought for the day... Shalini falls in love...Vicky takes Chhaava to Jaipur...

Bengali musical icon Sandhya Mukherjee passes away

Bengali musical icon Sandhya Mukherjee passes away

Rediff.com15 Feb 2022

Legendary Bengali semi-classical singer Sandhya Mukherjee, who had worked with leading music directors such as S D Burman, Naushad and Salil Chaudhury died on Tuesday evening following a massive cardiac arrest, leaving behind millions of mourning fans of all ages across borders.