News for '-stephen-king'

Mrs Deshpande Review: Not Chilling

Mrs Deshpande Review: Not Chilling

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

By not turning Mrs Deshpande into a monster like the notorious Hannibal Lecter, the show may have reduced the chills. Still, it's an efficiently made crime show, which depends on the stardom of Madhuri Dixit, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Stranger Things 5 Review: Spectacular

Stranger Things 5 Review: Spectacular

Rediff.com28 Nov 2025

Those who have not watched earlier seasons of Stranger Things would be baffled by it, but then the finale is meant for fans who understand the themes and remember its mythology, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Legendary Umpire Dickie Bird Passes Into The Ages

Legendary Umpire Dickie Bird Passes Into The Ages

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

The most famous cricket umpire of his time has left the ground forever.

When A Mom Was Murdered: The Story Behind The Film

When A Mom Was Murdered: The Story Behind The Film

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

'There have been multiple cases of people being shot for pulling into someone's driveway because they made a wrong turn or ringing the wrong bell because they made a mistake.' 'That is also the pathway to fascism.' 'The way you divide people is to make them fear each other. Then a strong man can come in and say, "I will protect you".'

Ready For Squid Game Finale On OTT?

Ready For Squid Game Finale On OTT?

Rediff.com27 Jun 2025

Income tax raids, killer games, village elections, criminal investigations, things are rather exciting on OTT this week, as Sukanya Verma notes.

In The Mood For A Deadly Bride On OTT?

In The Mood For A Deadly Bride On OTT?

Rediff.com2 May 2025

Deadly brides, daredevil officers, bloodthirsty royals, killer toys, celebrity chefs, comic book heroes, angry goddesses, senior citizen dreams, poisonous snowfall, the OTT offerings this week will make you wish for days twice the size of its menu.

The Monkey Review: A Killer Toy Story

The Monkey Review: A Killer Toy Story

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

For a story that thrives on jumpscares and gruesome kills, The Monkey has enough tricks up its sleeve. The shockers keep you entertained for the most part, observes Mayur Sanap.

'I Found It Very, Very Challenging To Step Away From Inaaya'

'I Found It Very, Very Challenging To Step Away From Inaaya'

Rediff.com18 Apr 2025

'It's been seven years since I did a movie. Now, I'm back.'

What's OTT HOT: Family Man, Stephen King...

What's OTT HOT: Family Man, Stephen King...

Rediff.com8 Jun 2021

Action, animation, fantasy, romance, sports, crime, zombies, slice of life, coming of age, you name it, it's there on OTT this week.

It's All Khel Khel Mein On OTT This Week

It's All Khel Khel Mein On OTT This Week

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

Sukanya Verma gives you some interesting options.

'Was waiting to explore horror again'

'Was waiting to explore horror again'

Rediff.com23 Feb 2024

'When I did Bhoot we got a lot of appreciation. After that I didn't get any script that was good in this genre.'

Ronaldo loses blue tick on Twitter, LeBron James remains

Ronaldo loses blue tick on Twitter, LeBron James remains

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

The Verge reported that James, who has previously said he would not pay for verification, had not paid to keep the checkmark.

Elon Musk says Twitter will charge USD 8 a month for 'blue tick'

Elon Musk says Twitter will charge USD 8 a month for 'blue tick'

Rediff.com2 Nov 2022

Musk blasted the "current lords and peasants system for who has or doesn't have a blue checkmark", using an expletive.

OTT This Week: Aamir, Madhuri, Akshay...

OTT This Week: Aamir, Madhuri, Akshay...

Rediff.com7 Oct 2022

Aamir Khan, Madhuri Dixit Nene and Akshay Kumar headline OTT offerings this week. Plus, you'll find aliens, spirits, serial killers... Sukanya Verma lists them out.

Musk, The Blue Tick, Twitter's Future

Musk, The Blue Tick, Twitter's Future

Rediff.com18 Nov 2022

It would be ludicrous to expect Modi, Erdogan or Biden to pay to keep blue ticks on their respective official accounts. It would be equally ludicrous to expect the Delhi Metro or the Income Tax Department to pay, points out Devangshu Datta.

BABUR. AN INDIAN FAMILY. RUSSIAN GANGS.

BABUR. AN INDIAN FAMILY. RUSSIAN GANGS.

Rediff.com31 Aug 2021

Sukanya Verma gives us her OTT recommendations for the week.

Darlings Review

Darlings Review

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

Darlings is a well-rounded effort by Jasmeet K Reen, supported by bold ideas and clever imagery, raves Sukanya Verma.

Stranger Things 4 Review

Stranger Things 4 Review

Rediff.com30 May 2022

Stranger Things Season 4 is dedicatedly macabre and menacing, its deadly ambitions and volatile tempo keeps the mood edge-of-the-seat, applauds Sukanya Verma.

7 spooky thrillers to read on Halloween

7 spooky thrillers to read on Halloween

Rediff.com31 Oct 2020

These books are sure to send a chill down your spine!

Review: Under The Dome is gripping

Review: Under The Dome is gripping

Rediff.com29 Jun 2013

If you're watching the first episode of Under the Dome, expect the serpent of dread to creep into the pits of your stomach as the show progresses.

The Top 25 Funniest Scenes in Hindi Cinema

The Top 25 Funniest Scenes in Hindi Cinema

Rediff.com14 Mar 2012

Sukanya Verma compiles the most LOL-worthy scenes we've seen in Hindi films till date.

Vote: Scariest Films Of All Time

Vote: Scariest Films Of All Time

Rediff.com29 Oct 2009

Will it be The Shining, Psycho or Jaws? Vote now!

Oscars 2016: Liked Chris Rock's hosting job? Vote!

Oscars 2016: Liked Chris Rock's hosting job? Vote!

Rediff.com29 Feb 2016

Hollywood celebs like Ellen DeGeneres, Amy Schumer, Jesse Tyler Ferguson and Stephen King loved his act, but we're asking YOU.

From Deadpool to Captain Marvel.... Best of Comic Con

From Deadpool to Captain Marvel.... Best of Comic Con

Rediff.com23 Jul 2019

San Diego Comic-Con just got over and the cosplay (wearing costumes, for those who don't know) was looking bigger and better than ever. Thousands in attendance went all out to demonstrate their dedication to their various fandoms, with guests cosplaying as their favourite characters from Marvel comics, Game of Thrones, anime and beyond in intricately-designed costumes. Take a look to see the best and most creative costumes at this year's San Diego Comic-Con, which ran between July 18 and July 22.

Bar Refaeli strips for mag cover

Bar Refaeli strips for mag cover

Rediff.com3 Jun 2009

Bar Refaeli, Leonardo DiCaprio's girlfriend, took skin scribbling to a whole new level after she stripped naked for Esquire magazine.

Vacancy is a bore

Vacancy is a bore

Rediff.com6 Jul 2007

This film does not scare at all.

Want to ride a wonder car?

Want to ride a wonder car?

Rediff.com22 Jul 2004

Even Depp cannot save Secret Window

Even Depp cannot save Secret Window

Rediff.com12 Mar 2004

Breathe: Into The Shadows review

Breathe: Into The Shadows review

Rediff.com13 Jul 2020

'At the centre of it all is Abhishek Bachchan trying valiantly to pique our curiosity, but simply cannot muster the edginess his Avinash so badly needs,' observes Sukanya Verma.

Bollywood's BALLOON MOMENTS

Bollywood's BALLOON MOMENTS

Rediff.com6 Sep 2019

Sukanya Verma looks at some memorable balloon moments of Bollywood.

How the world will change after coronavirus

How the world will change after coronavirus

Rediff.com23 Mar 2020

'Tens of millions will be working from home for months at a time, which means the smartest brains in business will be focussed on creating more efficient WFH processes,' predicts Devangshu Datta.

With Rs 10,800 crore, Yuri Milner eyes Indian start-ups

With Rs 10,800 crore, Yuri Milner eyes Indian start-ups

Rediff.com7 Aug 2015

In India, he has already made investments in both his personal capacity and through DST Global, his venture firm.

Nobody dares to take these bulls by the horns

Nobody dares to take these bulls by the horns

Rediff.com8 Jul 2016

Rediff.com takes you into the one part terrifying, one part thrilling heart of the annual Pamplona bull run.

Have you seen these amazing films?

Have you seen these amazing films?

Rediff.com29 Sep 2017

Logan Lucky and It have many chuckle-worthy moments.

Stree: Delightful collision of chills, chuckle, cause!

Stree: Delightful collision of chills, chuckle, cause!

Rediff.com25 Sep 2018

'Stree's allegorical approach doesn't interfere with its need to endear and entertain.' 'Important ideas of empowerment and item songs as well as chills and chuckle coexist to fulfil its objective of thoda hasao, thoda darao,' says Sukanya Verma.

16 shows to watch during the lockdown

16 shows to watch during the lockdown

Rediff.com19 Apr 2020

Nikita Puri lists the best shows and films to watch online as you ace social distancing.

Review: Carrie isn't that scary

Review: Carrie isn't that scary

Rediff.com17 Jan 2014

The film could have been a true horror flick if the casting would had been better.

She was the 'Grandmaster of Science Fiction'!

She was the 'Grandmaster of Science Fiction'!

Rediff.com24 Jan 2018

1929-2018: The life and legacy of Ursula K Le Guin in her own words.

Birthday Special: Raja Sen celebrates Anurag Kashyap's movies

Birthday Special: Raja Sen celebrates Anurag Kashyap's movies

Rediff.com10 Sep 2014

The filmmaker turns 42 today, September 10.