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Amitabh on Ritu Nanda: Ideal daughter, ideal friend

Amitabh on Ritu Nanda: Ideal daughter, ideal friend

Rediff.com15 Jan 2020

Amitabh Bachchan penned beautiful lines about Ritu Nanda, who passed away in the early hours of January 14.

Amitabh Bachchan falls ill

Amitabh Bachchan falls ill

Rediff.com25 Jul 2008

Just as the Bachchans Unforgettable Tour is picking up steam, the main man behind the tour, Amitabh Bachchan has fallen ill. The actor in his blog, said, 'I have developed a fever and inflamed chest. I am getting attention from all my family members and bloggers.'

Amitabh Bachchan to commentate in India-Pakistan World Cup clash

Amitabh Bachchan to commentate in India-Pakistan World Cup clash

Rediff.com3 Feb 2015

Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan is set to make his commentary debut in the much-awaited India-Pakistan cricket World Cup game in Adelaide as part of a promotional activity for his upcoming film Shamitabh.

Amitabh, Rishi fight over Chitrangada

Amitabh, Rishi fight over Chitrangada

Rediff.com14 Nov 2011

The actors will come together in Sudhir Mishra's Mehrunissa.

Quiz: Where does Amitabh Bachchan work in Hum?

Quiz: Where does Amitabh Bachchan work in Hum?

Rediff.com29 Mar 2017

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Bal Thackeray defends Amitabh

Bal Thackeray defends Amitabh

Rediff.com6 Feb 2008

With the Centre pressing the Maharashtra government to take immediate steps against those indulging in violence, the Mumbai police appealed to Raj to restrain the cadre of his party -- Maharashtra Navnirman Sena -- from further fuelling the campaign against north Indians.

Mysuru sculptor's Ram Lalla to be installed in Ayodhya mandir

Mysuru sculptor's Ram Lalla to be installed in Ayodhya mandir

Rediff.com15 Jan 2024

A new idol of Ram Lalla sculpted by Mysuru-based Arun Yogiraj has been selected for installation at the Ram temple in Ayodhya, temple trust's general secretary Champat Rai said on Monday.

Amitabh: We have inherited casteism

Amitabh: We have inherited casteism

Rediff.com8 Aug 2011

Amitabh Bachchan and Prakash Jha discuss Aarakshan and the larger issue of caste-based reservations.

Amitabh adopts drought-affected village

Amitabh adopts drought-affected village

Rediff.com7 May 2004

Several parts of Maharashtra are reeling under a severe drought.\n\n

Spotted: Amitabh Bachchan in Bhopal

Spotted: Amitabh Bachchan in Bhopal

Rediff.com8 Mar 2011

Reader Balmeet Singh has sent us a photograph.

Readers vote: Amitabh deserves a Bharat Ratna!

Readers vote: Amitabh deserves a Bharat Ratna!

Rediff.com11 Oct 2011

We asked readers whether the superstar deserved a Bharat Ratna, and they were quite unanimous about their say.

Rahul Gandhi Can No Longer Act Like An Insolent Schoolboy

Rahul Gandhi Can No Longer Act Like An Insolent Schoolboy

Rediff.com27 Feb 2024

Anger cannot be an end in itself to Rahul Gandhi's politics -- it must instead catalyse a new political strategy, argues Nilanjan Mukhopadhyay.

'The boy was very tall; his eyes were beautiful'

'The boy was very tall; his eyes were beautiful'

Rediff.com3 Nov 2022

'Name?' 'Amitabh.' 'Can't be only Amitabh. Amitabh what?' 'Bachchan. Amitabh Bachchan.' Alarm bells. 'Are you related to Dr Bachchan?' 'Yes,' he hesitated, 'he is my father.' 'Then this contract cannot be signed today. He is my old friend. I cannot give you this contract without his permission.' A fascinating excerpt from K A Abbas's Sone Chandi Ke Buth.

Amitabh: We are ready for the punishment

Amitabh: We are ready for the punishment

Rediff.com10 Sep 2008

Amitabh Bachchan addressed a press conference on September 10 to clear the air about the controversy that erupted after his wife Jaya's comments at the Drona music launch. He also announced that his new film, The Last Lear, would release as per schedule this week despite Maharashtra Navnirman Sena leader Raj Thackeray calling for a ban on all Bachchan movies in Maharashtra.

Aamir takes on Amitabh?

Aamir takes on Amitabh?

Rediff.com11 Mar 2008

Aamir has refused to give clips of his directorial debut, Taare Zameen Par, to the IIFA (International Indian Film Academy) function this year. Apparently, it's payback time for Amitabh Bachchan, the IIFA brand ambassador.

From Surat with love: Jalebi ane fafda, Amitabh aapda!

From Surat with love: Jalebi ane fafda, Amitabh aapda!

Rediff.com4 Aug 2014

Entertainment! Entertainment! Entertainment! Amitabh Bachchan and Kapil Sharma make sure Surat had a blast at the grand premier of Kaun Banega Mahacrorepati.

Amitabh's new way of swearing

Amitabh's new way of swearing

Rediff.com15 Jun 2011

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Amitabh Bachchan: Dhoom 3 is SPECTACULAR

Amitabh Bachchan: Dhoom 3 is SPECTACULAR

Rediff.com20 Dec 2013

Here's what your favourite Bollywoood celebrities are tweeting.

Amitabh Bachchan slams UP government

Amitabh Bachchan slams UP government

Rediff.com4 Aug 2011

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What are Amitabh Bachchan's two names in Pukar?

What are Amitabh Bachchan's two names in Pukar?

Rediff.com20 Dec 2016

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Who's Sitting Behind Modi?

Who's Sitting Behind Modi?

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

As Modi spoke, two Cabinet ministers sat behind him as did senior diplomats and civil servants. National Security Adviser Ajit K Doval -- a regular attendee alongside Modi at such international gatherings -- was intriguingly seated behind the Cabinet ministers and the PM's principal secretary.

When Amitabh had 40 paans to get a scene right

When Amitabh had 40 paans to get a scene right

Rediff.com10 May 2018

Chandra Barot's cult film turns 40.

The 70 Best Films Of Amitabh Bachchan -- II

The 70 Best Films Of Amitabh Bachchan -- II

Rediff.com9 Oct 2012

As the legendary actor turns 70 this October 11, we look at his finest films as part of a special series.

First look: Amitabh's Baabul

First look: Amitabh's Baabul

Rediff.com3 Apr 2006

Amitabh Bachchan and Salman Khan are among the cast of this Ravi Chopra film.

PHOTO: Amitabh Bachchan visits Dilip Kumar

PHOTO: Amitabh Bachchan visits Dilip Kumar

Rediff.com24 Sep 2013

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Amitabh Bachchan to do cameo in Rajinikanth's Rana

Amitabh Bachchan to do cameo in Rajinikanth's Rana

Rediff.com21 Mar 2011

Amitabh Bachchan will be seen doing a cameo in Rajinikanth's next Rana

Amitabh: Please call me an item boy

Amitabh: Please call me an item boy

Rediff.com24 Jun 2011

The superstar unveils his new item number in Bbuddah Hoga Tera Baap.

Is Technology Important In Banking?

Is Technology Important In Banking?

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

'Just the amount of work which is there just to become more and more successful in banking. For this to happen you need to have leaders who understand technology.'

'Is 21 An Age To Die?'

'Is 21 An Age To Die?'

Rediff.com7 Sep 2023

'I was in tears when I heard about the brave soldier.'

Quiz: How well do you know Amitabh Bachchan?

Quiz: How well do you know Amitabh Bachchan?

Rediff.com12 Oct 2012

Take this quiz and find out!

Amitabh to shave off beard

Amitabh to shave off beard

Rediff.com17 Feb 2003

Amitabh Bachchan prays for Nelson Mandela

Amitabh Bachchan prays for Nelson Mandela

Rediff.com25 Jun 2013

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Photo: Amitabh Bachchan hugs Salman Khan!

Photo: Amitabh Bachchan hugs Salman Khan!

Rediff.com10 Oct 2013

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Amitabh, Prince Aga Khan receive Padma Vibhushan

Amitabh, Prince Aga Khan receive Padma Vibhushan

Rediff.com8 Apr 2015

Bollywood megastar Amitabh Bachchan and Prince Karim Aga Khan were among the eminent personalities awarded the Padma Vibhushan, country's second highest civilian honour, by President Pranab Mukherjee in New Delhi on Wednesday.

Ram Lalla consecrated at Ayodhya temple, Modi says 'extraordinary moment'

Ram Lalla consecrated at Ayodhya temple, Modi says 'extraordinary moment'

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

The new Ram Lalla idol was consecrated at the Ayodhya temple on Monday, an event led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and watched by lakhs of people on television at their homes and in temples across the country.

Photo: Amitabh visits Ajmer Sharif

Photo: Amitabh visits Ajmer Sharif

Rediff.com5 Jul 2011

The superstar had last visited the shrine 40 years ago.

Amitabh Bachchan gets teary-eyed

Amitabh Bachchan gets teary-eyed

Rediff.com17 Aug 2011

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What made Amitabh Bachchan cry

What made Amitabh Bachchan cry

Rediff.com12 Aug 2011

Here's what your favourite celebrities are tweeting.

Spotted: Amitabh in Munnar

Spotted: Amitabh in Munnar

Rediff.com14 Feb 2007

Reader Siddharth wants to surprise his sister Sonal.

Video: Amitabh's new gaddi

Video: Amitabh's new gaddi

Rediff.com7 Feb 2007

Amitabh gets a Rolls Royce!