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The cook, war and peace

The cook, war and peace

Rediff.com17 Jul 2020

'Our stomachs, accustomed now only to the blandness of stems and leaves, rumbled at unaccustomed aromas not intended for our consumption.' 'Heaven awaited on a platter -- but not for us,' sighs Kishore Singh.

When will we see Shah Rukh's Pathan?

When will we see Shah Rukh's Pathan?

Rediff.com5 Jan 2022

Bollywood is ready with its line-up of theatre releases, but it remains to be seen whether we will get to watch these movies in theatres this year.

Well, life is tough, so suck it up

Well, life is tough, so suck it up

Rediff.com30 May 2020

'We had joy, we had fun, we had seasons in the season -- and all that crap,' mutters Kishore Singh as he draws up a will :)).

Uddhav in charge: Asks cops to crack down hard on MNS

Uddhav in charge: Asks cops to crack down hard on MNS

Rediff.com5 May 2022

'Uddhav has told the cops to crack down hard on the MNS agitation if MNS activists try to vitiate the communal harmony in the state.'

UK heads for complete lockdown as Covid tally crosses 1 mn mark

UK heads for complete lockdown as Covid tally crosses 1 mn mark

Rediff.com1 Nov 2020

The UK prime minister stressed that a complete lockdown was the only answer to prevent the overrunning of the country's state-funded National Health Service, which would be a "medical and moral disaster" beyond the raw loss of life.

That beautiful love story called Annayum Rasoolam

That beautiful love story called Annayum Rasoolam

Rediff.com6 Aug 2021

Like all the great love stories, Annayum Rasoolam has a tragic end. But not before we are transported into a world of furtive glances and hurried touches.

Power Of The Dog, Dune Lead Oscar Noms

Power Of The Dog, Dune Lead Oscar Noms

Rediff.com9 Feb 2022

The Power Of The Dog and Dune lead the pack while films like King Richard, Belfast and West Side Story grab quite a few noms.

'Jabardasth is a comedy carnival'

'Jabardasth is a comedy carnival'

Rediff.com19 Feb 2013

Director B V Nandini Reddy talks about his comic caper Jabardasth starring Siddharth and Samantha.

Deepika wouldn't have played Piku if...

Deepika wouldn't have played Piku if...

Rediff.com10 May 2021

Did you know that the original choice for the title role in Piku was not Deepika Padukone? It was Parineeti Chopra.

Why Irrfan picked Piku over Matt Damon

Why Irrfan picked Piku over Matt Damon

Rediff.com10 May 2020

'For the first time, I was seen in an overt romantic role.'

Turning Point: SRH batting collapse!

Turning Point: SRH batting collapse!

Rediff.com25 Oct 2020

From 100 for 3 in 16.1 overs, SunRisers were all out for 114 in 19.5 overs after a spectacular no show from the SRH middle order for their sixth loss from 11 games.

South Indian Films You Must See

South Indian Films You Must See

Rediff.com18 Jan 2021

In 2020, Hindi cinema had a tough time staying on par with its southern counterparts.

'I'm still a baby in Bollywood'

'I'm still a baby in Bollywood'

Rediff.com1 Oct 2021

'I've come across fans with my name tattooed on their arms.' 'The craziest fan was this guy who came all the way from Andhra to Mumbai to meet me and slept on the road for a couple of nights before he got what he wanted.'

Oscars 2022: Ariana, Troy, Jessica WIN!

Oscars 2022: Ariana, Troy, Jessica WIN!

Rediff.com28 Mar 2022

A quick look at the winners of the 94th Annual Academy Awards.

Bryan's back!

Bryan's back!

Rediff.com12 Oct 2018

Why does Bryan Adams like India so much?

Memories from Running of the Bulls in Spain

Memories from Running of the Bulls in Spain

Rediff.com10 Jul 2020

The annual San Fermin bull-running festival typically takes place every year between July 6 and 15. But for the first time in nearly a century, the event has been cancelled due to the coronavirus.

Modi should not enter turf that angels fear to tread

Modi should not enter turf that angels fear to tread

Rediff.com27 Feb 2022

'Frankly, India has no role to play.' 'This is a showdown between the US and NATO on one hand and Russia on the other.' 'That said, the outcome of this titanic struggle in Central Europe will remould the world order and affect India profoundly,' argues Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Buddhadeb Dasgupta passes away

Buddhadeb Dasgupta passes away

Rediff.com10 Jun 2021

'A great loss for the fraternity. Your work will be missed & cherished.'

'I wanted to SLAP him'

'I wanted to SLAP him'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2021

'While I was leaving the show, he said, "Urfi, you are being ungrateful".' 'I was like, "Moron, I am going out of the show. What do you want me to be grateful for?"'

Vicky Kaushal's Top 5 Performances

Vicky Kaushal's Top 5 Performances

Rediff.com17 May 2021

In a career of eight years, the actor -- who turned 33 on May 16 -- already has an impressive oeuvre.

Travesties of the basic income scheme

Travesties of the basic income scheme

Rediff.com23 Feb 2019

Alas, the 'basic income' schemes that have hit the headlines in the recent past are a far cry from the genuine article in terms of coverage and fiscal implications, says Vijay Joshi.

Did Danish Siddiqui need to die?

Did Danish Siddiqui need to die?

Rediff.com20 Jul 2021

Does Reuters want to cover news at 'all costs' -- even at the cost of human lives? asks Sudhir Bisht.

Why was Katrina missing at this important show?

Why was Katrina missing at this important show?

Rediff.com3 Feb 2019

It was a triple treat for the audience to see Isabelle Kaif, Bhumi Pednekar and Karan Johar together.

Budget: Are we blinded by reality?

Budget: Are we blinded by reality?

Rediff.com17 Feb 2009

The Authorities need to realise that a major problem facing this economy, and the world, is deflation, NOT inflation.

Photos! Rihanna's hotness will make you break into a sweat

Photos! Rihanna's hotness will make you break into a sweat

Rediff.com7 Jun 2018

The singer demands your undivided attention on this cover.

NaMo's hugs of the year!

NaMo's hugs of the year!

Rediff.com24 May 2016

There are two things that Prime Minister Narendra Modi is really fond of: Selfies and hugs. From bestie 'Barack' to Ashraf G, Modi has embraced them all. Here's the best of NaMo The Hugger!

Mubarakan trailer review: Anil Kapoor rocks

Mubarakan trailer review: Anil Kapoor rocks

Rediff.com21 Jun 2017

One Anil Kapoor seems more entertaining than two Arjun Kapoors!

'Ray is a hit and miss job'

'Ray is a hit and miss job'

Rediff.com25 Jun 2021

If Netflix and the film's producers thought they would bring younger audiences to the master's works, many who might have aversion to decades-old black and white films, they have failed with the experiment, says Aseem Chhabra.

Ghoomketu review

Ghoomketu review

Rediff.com26 May 2020

Ghoomketu's distracted, disjointed, narrative acquires the tone of a dream whose quirk stems from naivete, not narcotics, complains Sukanya Verma.

Are you ready for these Telugu movies?

Are you ready for these Telugu movies?

Rediff.com23 Feb 2021

The Telugu film industry has its superstars making release announcements in quick succession.

What Did Modi's Washington Visit Achieve?

What Did Modi's Washington Visit Achieve?

Rediff.com25 Sep 2021

The only thing that may salvage Narendra Modi's trip to the US is his meetings with CEOs, such as those of Blackstone, First Solar, Qualcomm, Adobe, and General Atomics, asserts Rajeev Srinivasan.

WTC Final: 5 Reasons Why India Lost

WTC Final: 5 Reasons Why India Lost

Rediff.com24 Jun 2021

What went wrong for India in the World Test Championship Final against New Zealand?

Much awaited getaway from the lockdown

Much awaited getaway from the lockdown

Rediff.com11 Jul 2020

'Hope your weekend is less strenuous than ours,' says Kishore Singh.

'My father was defeated at the box office by hunks'

'My father was defeated at the box office by hunks'

Rediff.com8 Jul 2020

'My father gave his life trying to elevate the art of acting in the adverse conditions of noughties Bollywood.'

Can Afghan Warlords Stop the Taliban?

Can Afghan Warlords Stop the Taliban?

Rediff.com14 Aug 2021

Once Mazar-i-Sharif falls, some isolate pockets of resistance may remain, which the Taliban would tackle through political work or coercion, asserts Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.

Finally here! The Playboy issue we've been waiting for!

Finally here! The Playboy issue we've been waiting for!

Rediff.com5 Dec 2013

The much-awaited 60th anniversary cover featuring Kate Moss is here and we're sweating under our collars already!

Finally here! The Playboy issue we've been waiting for!

Finally here! The Playboy issue we've been waiting for!

Rediff.com5 Dec 2013

The much-awaited 60th anniversary cover featuring Kate Moss is here and we're sweating under our collars already!

Turning Point: Saha drops Universe Boss

Turning Point: Saha drops Universe Boss

Rediff.com20 Apr 2018

That miss meant Chris Gayle went on to his first IPL-11 century.

IPL Top Performer: Rohit ends Mumbai's losing run

IPL Top Performer: Rohit ends Mumbai's losing run

Rediff.com18 Apr 2018

Captain Rohit Sharma delivered a match-winning performance to put the defending champions' campaign back on track.

'Actors kept rejecting Kalyana Vaibhogame'

'Actors kept rejecting Kalyana Vaibhogame'

Rediff.com3 Mar 2016

'I enjoyed writing Kalyana Vaibhogame. I was very confident that as a story, it would work. But initially when I was rejected, I was flummoxed.' Nandini Reddy is ready with her third directorial venture.