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Kaun Banegi Shikharwati Review

Kaun Banegi Shikharwati Review

Rediff.com7 Jan 2022

Lara Dutta nails her character's daunting temperament, Soha Ali Khan's sophistication is tailor-made for the part, Anya Singh conveys a tidy blend of shy and spirit, but it's Kritika Kamra's hilarious Kareena-fication that makes her the life of this willy-nilly game of thrones, observes Sukanya Verma.

Saif's politics look thrilling in Tandav trailer

Saif's politics look thrilling in Tandav trailer

Rediff.com5 Jan 2021

Tandav promises to be thrilling. Moumita Bhattacharjee hopes it lives up to this.

Want To Be A Leader? Read The Mahabharata

Want To Be A Leader? Read The Mahabharata

Rediff.com25 Oct 2021

'It is important to understand that when it comes to setting examples of truth, honesty and ethical conduct, leaders need to be true to their principles or values 100 per cent of the time.'

Fury retains WBC heavyweight crown with technical knock-out of Whyte

Fury retains WBC heavyweight crown with technical knock-out of Whyte

Rediff.com24 Apr 2022

Tyson Fury scored a stunning technical knockout victory over Dillian Whyte, landing a right uppercut to deck the challenger in the sixth round and retain the WBC heavyweight world championship at a sold-out Wembley Stadium on Saturday.

'King' Chandhok happy to leave his throne

'King' Chandhok happy to leave his throne

Rediff.com8 May 2010

Formula One driver Karun Chandhok had a spring in his step at the Spanish Grand Prix on Saturday after recovering from a bout of food poisoning that laid him low earlier in the week.

Mumbai's dabbawalas recall breakfast with Queen Elizabeth

Mumbai's dabbawalas recall breakfast with Queen Elizabeth

Rediff.com9 Sep 2022

Mumbai's famed dabbawalas on Friday said they were grieving with the royal family and people all over the world after the demise of Queen Elizabeth.

Queen Elizabeth II, Britain's longest-serving monarch, dies aged 96

Queen Elizabeth II, Britain's longest-serving monarch, dies aged 96

Rediff.com9 Sep 2022

"The Queen died peacefully at Balmoral this afternoon," Buckingham Palace announced in a statement on Thursday.

The couple who travel the world recreating movie scenes

The couple who travel the world recreating movie scenes

Rediff.com29 Jun 2021

Some couples like to cook together while others like to work out. Robin Lachhein, 31, and Judith Schneider, 30, from Hofheim, Germany, have a slightly more involved hobby: They travel the world together re-creating famous movie and television serial scenes. They post images of their amazing recreations to their Instagram page, Secret Famous Places, which has amassed a following of more than 20,000 people. Among the scenes they have recreated are the dancing scene from La La Land in Griffith Park, Los Angeles, a scene from romantic comedy P.S I Love You and from the blockbuster hit Game of Thrones. Keep scrolling to see some of their favourite shots so far.

'BJP will have problems the day Modi tires out'

'BJP will have problems the day Modi tires out'

Rediff.com9 Dec 2022

'Only time will tell how difficult it would be for the BJP when Mr Modi may not be in a position to actively run affairs of the party and be its biggest vote catcher.'
'Then the BJP could even split.'

Like Priyanka's Matrix fashion?

Like Priyanka's Matrix fashion?

Rediff.com21 Dec 2021

Priyanka Chopra joined the cast of The Matrix Resurrections at the film's red carpet premiere over the weekend in San Francisco.

Queen Elizabeth II's coffin arrives in Edinburgh

Queen Elizabeth II's coffin arrives in Edinburgh

Rediff.com11 Sep 2022

Thousands lined the route to catch a glimpse as Queen Elizabeth II's coffin, seen in public for the first time, made its journey on Sunday from Balmoral Castle in Aberdeenshire to arrive at the late monarch's official Scottish residence of Holyroodhouse Palace in the capital city of Edinburgh.

Ponniyin Selvan: 1 Review: AWESOME!

Ponniyin Selvan: 1 Review: AWESOME!

Rediff.com30 Sep 2022

Watch this dream come true for Mani Ratnam and cinema on the largest screen possible, insists Sukanya Verma. Ponniyin Selvan: 1 Review

Sleeping giant Serena ready to take back throne

Sleeping giant Serena ready to take back throne

Rediff.com14 Jan 2012

Serena Williams has played two matches in five months and comes into the Australian Open still feeling the effects of a twisted ankle but the American has no doubts she can claim a 14th Grand Slam single title.

The Queen sends her 'warmest wishes' to new tennis queen

The Queen sends her 'warmest wishes' to new tennis queen

Rediff.com12 Sep 2021

Emma Raducanu did not drop a set since arriving at Flushing Meadows and won over the rowdy crowds at the Billie Jean King National Tennis Center as she swatted aside more experienced opponents with the same ease as she hammered winners.

Amit Shah best finisher: Twitter reacts to Maha surprise

Amit Shah best finisher: Twitter reacts to Maha surprise

Rediff.com23 Nov 2019

While some took to comparing the BJP's turnaround to oft-shocking plot lines in HBO's show 'Game of Thrones', others credited Amit Shah to be the 'best finisher' and compared him to 'Chanakya'.

Charles commits to 'lifelong service' in 1st address as king

Charles commits to 'lifelong service' in 1st address as king

Rediff.com10 Sep 2022

Charles will be formally proclaimed as King at the Accession Council at 10am local time on Saturday in the State Apartments of St. James's Palace, Buckingham Palace has said. It will mark the first time in history that the ceremony will be televised.

The Introverts' Guide to Dating

The Introverts' Guide to Dating

Rediff.com11 Oct 2022

Stop fantasising about a perfect date or a mediocre one leading to the love story of the century.

Ayodhya deity being shifted to allow Ram temple construction

Ayodhya deity being shifted to allow Ram temple construction

Rediff.com24 Mar 2020

The deity and two others idols will be shifted to a temporary structure nearby till the planned construction of a Ram temple is completed on the site, allotted for it by the Supreme Court in a landmark verdict in November. The special prayers began amid restrictions forced upon the organisers by the coronavirus threat.

With Queen's death, Twitterati wants Kohinoor's return to India

With Queen's death, Twitterati wants Kohinoor's return to India

Rediff.com9 Sep 2022

Some Twitter users were serious in their demand for the return of the Kohinoor diamond, while others had a humorous take on the issue.

Pakistan Army Stares At Another Defeat

Pakistan Army Stares At Another Defeat

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

The Pakistan army is staring at the greatest, scariest, existential threat to its power in their country. This threat has come from a populist riding democratic power, observes Shekhar Gupta.

Lalu places Nitish on Bihar's throne, vows to demolish Modi sarkar

Lalu places Nitish on Bihar's throne, vows to demolish Modi sarkar

Rediff.com8 Nov 2015

Rashtriya Janata Dal chief Lalu Prasad has declared that Nitish Kumar will continue as the Bihar chief minister despite his party emerging as the table topper, while he will launch a nation-wide stir against the "communal" Narendra Modi government.

EPL PIX: Man City tame Wolves; Son on song as Spurs crush Leicester

EPL PIX: Man City tame Wolves; Son on song as Spurs crush Leicester

Rediff.com18 Sep 2022

Images from the English Premier League matches played on Saturday.

A life in pictures - Britain's Prince Philip

A life in pictures - Britain's Prince Philip

Rediff.com9 Apr 2021

From his early years to the duties and pleasures of royal life, we take a look at the life of the Duke of Edinburgh.

Are You Ready For Avatar 2?

Are You Ready For Avatar 2?

Rediff.com18 Jan 2022

The next 12 months will see many world cinema heavyweights unveiling exciting new films.

OPS Weakens AIADMK By Backing Sasikala

OPS Weakens AIADMK By Backing Sasikala

Rediff.com26 Mar 2022

O Panneerselvam should not be surprised if the current controversy that he has kicked off is used to rid him of the party coordinator's post, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

King Charles III proclaimed Britain's new monarch in historic ceremony

King Charles III proclaimed Britain's new monarch in historic ceremony

Rediff.com10 Sep 2022

"God save the King" were the words with which those gathered reaffirmed the proclamation made by the clerk of the council.

OPEC Puts Indian Economy On A Slippery Slope

OPEC Puts Indian Economy On A Slippery Slope

Rediff.com18 Oct 2022

Changes in global oil and gas rates matter more to India's economy than other major economies because the country imports around 87 per cent of its oil, half of its gas in the form of LNG, and over 60 per cent of its LPG.

COMING UP on OTT This January

COMING UP on OTT This January

Rediff.com6 Jan 2022

From light-hearted comedies to medical dramas to stories set in the heartland, there's something for everyone.

PHOTOS: Britain's Prince George takes first step towards the throne

PHOTOS: Britain's Prince George takes first step towards the throne

Rediff.com16 Jun 2014

He wriggled, struggled and then finally broke free. Britain's future king Prince George took his first princely steps in public as he was seen taking baby strides clutching on to his mother Kate Middleton's hand at an event.

What is Jacqueline up to?

What is Jacqueline up to?

Rediff.com27 Jan 2021

Priyanka begins shooting Citadel for the Russo brothers...

Roger Federer: Casting a spell with elegance, grace and artistry

Roger Federer: Casting a spell with elegance, grace and artistry

Rediff.com16 Sep 2022

Federer may never glide across it as only he can, or any other Grand Slam court for that matter, again. But his legacy will never fade.

End of an era: Japan's Emperor Akihito abdicates

End of an era: Japan's Emperor Akihito abdicates

Rediff.com30 Apr 2019

The long-reigning monarch is the first to abdicate his throne in nearly 200 years.

Rocketry: The Nambi Effect Review

Rocketry: The Nambi Effect Review

Rediff.com1 Jul 2022

There's wisdom to be found in an unfairly treated man's short and sweet concluding words -- a nation is only as great as our appreciation of the people who make it great, notes Sukanya Verma.

Samrat Prithviraj Review

Samrat Prithviraj Review

Rediff.com3 Jun 2022

Akshay Kumar plays the part with enthusiasm, like he was just waiting to get into the costume of a historical hero, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Heropanti 2 Review

Heropanti 2 Review

Rediff.com29 Apr 2022

Idiocy is the source of Heropanti 2's outdated thrills, observes Sukanya Verma.

Why is a prince making rotis?

Why is a prince making rotis?

Rediff.com26 May 2021

The Royal couple made perfect round rotis with a little assistance.

Will Partha's arrest in SSC scam impact Mamata?

Will Partha's arrest in SSC scam impact Mamata?

Rediff.com10 Aug 2022

After the Trinamool's overwhelming majority in the West Bengal assembly elections last year, the SSC scam has given fresh ammunition to the Bharatiya Janata Party and the Communist Party of India-Marxist. Ishita Ayan Dutt reports.

Prince Harry, Meghan Markle expecting second child

Prince Harry, Meghan Markle expecting second child

Rediff.com15 Feb 2021

The couple's first child Archie will turn 2 in May and is seventh in line to the throne.

Like Lisa Haydon's Khaleesi look? Vote!

Like Lisa Haydon's Khaleesi look? Vote!

Rediff.com25 Dec 2017

The Game Of Thrones fever continues...

Adopt nation-first approach to decision making, Modi tells civil servants

Adopt nation-first approach to decision making, Modi tells civil servants

Rediff.com21 Apr 2022

Addressing civil servants on the 15th Civil Services Day at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi, he said every decision should be evaluated on the basis of its capacity to strengthen the country's unity and integrity.