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Zoya Akhtar to work with Ranveer Singh?

Zoya Akhtar to work with Ranveer Singh?

Rediff.com11 Mar 2016

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

Spotted: Farhan Akhtar in New Delhi

Spotted: Farhan Akhtar in New Delhi

Rediff.com5 Mar 2009

Reader Anuj sends us a picture.

All The Tomatoes You Want, Folks!

All The Tomatoes You Want, Folks!

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

It's that time of the year again -- the annual La Tomatina festival in Bunol, Spain.

Is the ban on Akhtar, Asif justified?

Is the ban on Akhtar, Asif justified?

Rediff.com2 Nov 2006

Message board on the ban on Shoaib Akhtar and mohammad Akthar.

Javed Akhtar gets Indira Gandhi Prize

Javed Akhtar gets Indira Gandhi Prize

Rediff.com31 Oct 2006

Noted lyricist, poet and screenplay writer Javed Akhtar was on Tuesday presented the Indira Gandhi Prize for National Integration at a function where post-Godhra riots in Gujarat issue figured.

Javed Akhtar gets death threat over fatwa issue

Javed Akhtar gets death threat over fatwa issue

Rediff.com15 May 2010

Lyricist and Rajya Sabha member Javed Akhtar on Saturday lodged a case with the Mumbai police after he received an e-mail threat for criticising a fatwa banning women working with men.In the complaint, Akhtar said that he received an email in which it was stated that the countdown to his end has begun. The email also dared Akhtar to try to save himself if he could.On Tuesday, the Darul Uloom Deoband, in a Talibanesque fatwa, decreed that it is 'haram' and illegal.

'Kohli will break Sachin's record of 100 international tons'

'Kohli will break Sachin's record of 100 international tons'

Rediff.com15 Mar 2023

Akhtar who is currently playing in the Legends League Masters in Qatar, also wants that India and Pakistan to play in the finals of the Asia Cup and World Cup.

Akhtar likely to be appointed as Pakistan's bowling consultant

Akhtar likely to be appointed as Pakistan's bowling consultant

Rediff.com19 Nov 2016

The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is mulling over approaching former speedster Shoaib Akhtar for the bowling consultant role as it continues its search for big names to mentor cricketers at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) Akhtar's name has come into consideration because of the unavailability of former pacer Aqib Javed, whose name was earlier finalized for the role.

Mrunal Stuns Pippa Screening

Mrunal Stuns Pippa Screening

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

Pippa will be streamed on Amazon Prime from November 10.

PCB slams Akhtar for having liposuction surgery

PCB slams Akhtar for having liposuction surgery

Rediff.com17 Nov 2009

Controversial fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar has again rubbed Pakistan Cricket Board the wrong way by opting to have liposuction surgery without consulting or informing the authorities.

Hrithik, Rekha, Jacqueline At Whose Shaadi?

Hrithik, Rekha, Jacqueline At Whose Shaadi?

Rediff.com30 Oct 2023

Film folk wore their prettiest saris and smartest suits for a grand wedding reception held over the weekend.

Farhan Akhtar's first romantic role

Farhan Akhtar's first romantic role

Rediff.com25 Jan 2010

The actor is all set for his new acting film, Karthik Calling Karthik.

Akhtar ruled out of final Test

Akhtar ruled out of final Test

Rediff.com16 Aug 2006

Pakistan are likely to recall fast bowlers Mohammad Asif and Rana Naved-ul-Hasan for the fourth and final Test against England.

A Party Made In Heaven!

A Party Made In Heaven!

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

Look who turned up at Zoya Akhtar's bash for the cast at her home in Mumbai.

Let fast bowlers show raw emotion on field: Akhtar to ICC

Let fast bowlers show raw emotion on field: Akhtar to ICC

Rediff.com26 Nov 2016

Former Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar has said that the International Cricket Council (ICC) would kill off cricket by trying to stifle fast bowlers with rules and regulations.

Pak polls: Independents backed by Imran Khan lead in final tally

Pak polls: Independents backed by Imran Khan lead in final tally

Rediff.com11 Feb 2024

Pakistan's election commission on Sunday declared the final result of Thursday's general elections in which independent candidates backed by jailed former prime minister Imran Khan's party got the biggest piece of the cake by winning 101 seats.

Shoaib Akhtar's book release called-off in Mumbai

Shoaib Akhtar's book release called-off in Mumbai

Rediff.com24 Sep 2011

The scheduled release of Shoiab Akhtar's controversial book in Mumbai, on Sunday, has suddenly been cancelled without any reason being given.

Zoya Akhtar: I'm obsessed with people

Zoya Akhtar: I'm obsessed with people

Rediff.com7 Sep 2009

Zoya Akhtar on her films.

When will assembly polls be held in J-K? CEC says...

When will assembly polls be held in J-K? CEC says...

Rediff.com16 Mar 2024

All parties in Jammu and Kashmir said the assembly election should be held with the parliamentary polls, but the entire administrative machinery said it cannot be done simultaneously

Worcestershire sign Shoaib Akhtar

Worcestershire sign Shoaib Akhtar

Rediff.com17 Nov 2004

The second division English county club signed the Pakistan fast bowler for the 2005 season.

Happy Birthday, Farhan Akhtar: Bollywood's All-Star turns 40!

Happy Birthday, Farhan Akhtar: Bollywood's All-Star turns 40!

Rediff.com9 Jan 2014

Bollywood's most versatile star of his generation, actor-director-singer-dialogue writer Farhan Akhtar turns 40 today, January 9. A look at his many cinematic feats so far.

Akhtar should apologise to Tendulkar and Dravid: Shukla

Akhtar should apologise to Tendulkar and Dravid: Shukla

Rediff.com24 Sep 2011

Senior BCCI functionary Rajiv Shukla, on Saturday, demanded an apology from Pakistani speedster Shoaib Akhtar for making disparaging remarks against India's batting stalwarts -- Sachin Tendulkar and Rahul Dravid in his autobiography.

Akhtar apologises for appearing on TV show

Akhtar apologises for appearing on TV show

Rediff.com1 Sep 2009

Shoaib Akhtar apologised to the Pakistan Cricket Board for violating his central contract by appearing on a television talk show.

Stunning Deepika, Alia, Manushi, Katrina!

Stunning Deepika, Alia, Manushi, Katrina!

Rediff.com1 Nov 2023

The Ambanis sure know how to throw a party.

I want India to reach semis: Akhtar

I want India to reach semis: Akhtar

Rediff.com30 Sep 2009

Out-of-favour Pakistan pacer Shoaib Akhtar wants arch-rival India to reach the semifinal of the ICC Champions Trophy so that the event does not lose its charm and interest.

Shoaib Akhtar ignored by selectors

Shoaib Akhtar ignored by selectors

Rediff.com24 Dec 2009

Controversial Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar's bid to return to the national side was dealt a blow after the selection committee ignored him for a five-team first class domestic tournament, commencing January 1 in Karachi.

Pakistan omit Akhtar for WI tour

Pakistan omit Akhtar for WI tour

Rediff.com2 May 2005

The fast bowler recently resumed playing at domestic level but could not convince the selectors he was fit.

PIX: Saiyami Kher plays Holi with Zoya Akhtar

PIX: Saiyami Kher plays Holi with Zoya Akhtar

Rediff.com14 Mar 2017

A look at the celebration pictures.

The Top 15 Hindi Film Songs of 2023

The Top 15 Hindi Film Songs of 2023

Rediff.com12 Dec 2023

Songs from big ticket movies regaled on the strength of spunk and swagger even as pre-existing bangers like Diljit Dosanjh's Lover in Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, Kohraa's Beqarar Karke Humein in Jawan and an Iranian wedding favourite Jamal Kudu in Animal grew a brand new fanbase in the course of enhancing the storytelling values.

I was offered lead role in Bollywood movie Gangster: Shoaib

I was offered lead role in Bollywood movie Gangster: Shoaib

Rediff.com21 Feb 2023

Shoaib Akhtar revealed that he was approached for the Bollywood director Mahesh Bhatt's crime-drama movie Gangster, which released in 2005 with the offer to play the lead role.

Like Farhan Akhtar's Lucknow Central look? VOTE!

Like Farhan Akhtar's Lucknow Central look? VOTE!

Rediff.com24 Jul 2017

Farhan in a never seen before avatar!

Farhan Akhtar to rock TV!

Farhan Akhtar to rock TV!

Rediff.com5 Nov 2008

The Rock On actor is the host of Oye It's Friday on NDTV Imagine. The show promises an hour of cutting edge humour, dazzling performances, news making guests and edgy style all rolled into one.

'There is love, family, togetherness, romance'

'There is love, family, togetherness, romance'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

'Our endeavour with season two was to be more grand with the weddings and deeper with the characters.' 'So, it is a more nuanced and layered look at the themes that we did in season one.'

Mullah Akhtar Taliban's new leader after Mullah Omar's demise

Mullah Akhtar Taliban's new leader after Mullah Omar's demise

Rediff.com30 Jul 2015

Mullah Akhtar, a close aide of Mullah Omar who served as his deputy for the past three years, was chosen as the new leader.

'I'm not blaming fathers, but...'

'I'm not blaming fathers, but...'

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

'I'm talking about that predator in your house, and how one should protect one's children from him.'

Shoaib Akhtar dope-tested ahead of W Cup: Source

Shoaib Akhtar dope-tested ahead of W Cup: Source

Rediff.com17 Feb 2011

Pakistan fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar and wicket-keeper Kamran Akmal were some of the first players to be taken for random dope testing ahead of the World Cup.

Half-fit Akhtar can lift Pakistan to glory: Alam

Half-fit Akhtar can lift Pakistan to glory: Alam

Rediff.com16 Feb 2011

Pakistan team manager Intikhab Alam has his doubts over the fitness of speedster Shoib Akhtar but believes that even a half-fit Akhtar would be a handful for opponents during the World Cup.

Akhtar should have sued PCB: Imran

Akhtar should have sued PCB: Imran

Rediff.com22 May 2004

"Had I been in place of Akhtar I would have sued the PCB for defamation over a medical inquiry," said the former Pakistan skipper.