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Review: Andaz Apna Apna Remains A Timeless Comedy

Review: Andaz Apna Apna Remains A Timeless Comedy

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

Despite the evolution of cinema toward more refined expressions and aesthetics today, the exaggerated comedic style of Andaz Apna Apna remains endearing and entertaining, reminding us that sometimes, we just need a dose of mindless comedy to unwind, feels Shristi Sahoo.

Why Ayesha Jhulka Stepped Away From Films

Why Ayesha Jhulka Stepped Away From Films

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

'I've not been doing much work because I was not getting the kind of roles I want to do.'

Rasha Thadani Is Simply Dazzling!

Rasha Thadani Is Simply Dazzling!

Rediff.com20 Jan 2025

With Rasha Thadani, it's always a style carnival where the fun never stops!

'When Meena Kumari Died, I Became Hysterical'

'When Meena Kumari Died, I Became Hysterical'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2025

'My mom had told me a great deal about Meena Kumari and how she could make a tear drop at the right moment. A legend who was in total control. But when I finally met her, I saw a frail, shrivelled and petite woman -- just a bag of bones. Very tiny. She was dying.'

The Gouri Amma I Knew

The Gouri Amma I Knew

Rediff.com12 May 2021

She was capable of a level of human compassion that is rare today among politicians, recalls Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar, who knew the Communist legend K R Gowri, who passed into the ages on May 11, from his childhood.

The Lady With 11 Driving Licenses!

The Lady With 11 Driving Licenses!

Rediff.com15 Nov 2024

'I want to tell everybody there is nothing in the world that you can't do.' 'If you apply your mind, you can do anything and everything.'

My Amma: 'She's My Rock, My Champion'

My Amma: 'She's My Rock, My Champion'

Rediff.com10 May 2024

Ahead of Mother's Day, Divya Shetty from Mumbai admires her mum Vilashini's love and courage during their tough times.

Taapsee Is A 'Super Womaniya'

Taapsee Is A 'Super Womaniya'

Rediff.com19 Nov 2024

The third edition of Fever FM's SuperWomaniya Awards 2024 was held at the ITC Grand Central hotel in Mumbai, and several stars made sure to walk the blue carpet.

SIT files chargesheet against Kerala actor-MLA in sexual assault case

SIT files chargesheet against Kerala actor-MLA in sexual assault case

Rediff.com2 Feb 2025

The chargesheet filed at the Ernakulam judicial magistrate court claims that there is digital evidence against Mukesh in the case.

Like Vidya's Recreation Of MS Subbulakshmi's Looks?

Like Vidya's Recreation Of MS Subbulakshmi's Looks?

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

Vidya Balan paid tribute to legendary singer M S Subbulakshmi on her 108th birth anniversary by recreating some of her iconic looks.

'Holy Dip Left Us Praying For Many More Such Moments'

'Holy Dip Left Us Praying For Many More Such Moments'

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

'We were struck by the sheer energy even before we stepped into the holy water,' says T N Sekhar.

Rekha's Revelations On The Great Indian Kapil Show

Rekha's Revelations On The Great Indian Kapil Show

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

Amitabh Bachchan did not make an appearance in The Great India Kapil Show, featuring Rekha as its special guest, but his presence was felt throughout. Even though she never once mentioned his name, Rekha shared her thoughts quite clearly.

Traditional Sambar Like My Amma's

Traditional Sambar Like My Amma's

Rediff.com15 Apr 2022

This version of my mom's special sambar uses plenty of Madras cucumber and okra.

MeToo in Mollywood: Mohanlal breaks silence, says he can't...

MeToo in Mollywood: Mohanlal breaks silence, says he can't...

Rediff.com31 Aug 2024

Top actor Mohanlal on Saturday broke his silence over the shocking revelations in the Justice Hema Committee report which has shaken the Malayalam film industry, and said the entire industry is answerable to the questions raised but the actors' association is targeted and blamed for everything.

Watch Out For Raveena Mini, Rasha

Watch Out For Raveena Mini, Rasha

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

Whether Rasha's chemistry around Aaman repeats the success of Ajay-Raveena's?

Nayanthara's Twins Turn Two

Nayanthara's Twins Turn Two

Rediff.com27 Sep 2024

Nayanthara and Vignesh Shivan's sons Uyir and Ulagam turn two.

A New House For Idli Amma

A New House For Idli Amma

Rediff.com16 May 2022

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DMK men vandalise Amma canteen, expelled from party

DMK men vandalise Amma canteen, expelled from party

Rediff.com5 May 2021

A video clip of two Dravida Munnetra Kazagam men removing and throwing away two flex boards embossed with the name and picture of 'Amma' from a state-run canteen in Chenani went viral on Tuesday and they were expelled from the party.

#Mom&Me: 'Amma inspires me to be a better person'

#Mom&Me: 'Amma inspires me to be a better person'

Rediff.com4 May 2022

Ahead of Mother's Day, Pratiksha Shetty from Mumbai explains how her Amma inspires her to be a better person.

After Amma canteens, Jayalalithaa announces Amma mobile phones

After Amma canteens, Jayalalithaa announces Amma mobile phones

Rediff.com28 Sep 2015

Jayalalithaa said that in the first phase, 20,000 mobile phones at an outlay of Rs 15 crore would be distributed.

What Sudha And Akshata Murty Don't Want...

What Sudha And Akshata Murty Don't Want...

Rediff.com27 Jan 2025

Sudha and Akshata Murthy's candid confessions about each other.

#Mom&Me: 'My Amma is my strength and motivation'

#Mom&Me: 'My Amma is my strength and motivation'

Rediff.com6 May 2022

Dhiraj Shetty from Hyderabad tells us why his mother is special.

After Amma water, Jaya to launch Amma salt

After Amma water, Jaya to launch Amma salt

Rediff.com10 Jun 2014

After low-cost canteens and drinking water, the Jayalalithaa government in Tamil Nadu is launching Amma Salt on Wednesday. Chief Minister Jayalalithaa will inaugurate the sale of the Amma Salt.

Assault case filed against director Ranjith, 4 actors under cloud

Assault case filed against director Ranjith, 4 actors under cloud

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

The fallout from the Justice K Hema Committee report on harassment and abuse in the Malayalam film industry intensified on Monday as a case was filed against well-known filmmaker Ranjith, and several female actors stepped forward with disturbing accounts of the mistreatment they faced at the hands of their various male counterparts.

Director Ranjith, actor Siddique quit over sexual abuse charges

Director Ranjith, actor Siddique quit over sexual abuse charges

Rediff.com25 Aug 2024

Even as political pressure was building against Ranjith, actor Siddique quit as the general secretary of Association of Malayalam Movie Artists (AMMA) amid voices from within his fraternity seeking his resignation.

Legendary Malayalam writer M T Vasudevan Nair passes away

Legendary Malayalam writer M T Vasudevan Nair passes away

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

The great literary figure of Malayalam and Jnanpith Award winner M T Vasudevan Nair, who had been undergoing treatment at a private hospital here following heart failure, has died, hospital sources said on Wednesday.

Bipasha-Karan 'Let Love Flow'

Bipasha-Karan 'Let Love Flow'

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

Rakul goes purple... Adah goes for Ganpati darshan... Diana is adbhut...

MT Vasudevan Nair, Suzuki, ex-CJI Khehar Singh get Padma Vibhushan

MT Vasudevan Nair, Suzuki, ex-CJI Khehar Singh get Padma Vibhushan

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday approved 139 Padma awards including seven Padma Vibhushans, 19 Padma Bhushans and 113 Padma Shris.

'Amma, you're the funniest person I have known'

'Amma, you're the funniest person I have known'

Rediff.com9 May 2021

Readers send in their special messages for their moms on Mother's Day.

'Time is ripe': Sasikala announces her comeback to politics

'Time is ripe': Sasikala announces her comeback to politics

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

She vowed to usher in Amma's rule by winning the 2026 assembly polls.

'There Has to Be Exemplary Punishments'

'There Has to Be Exemplary Punishments'

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

'These allegations need to be treated with utmost seriousness.'

'Ustadji, I Am Truly Heartbroken!'

'Ustadji, I Am Truly Heartbroken!'

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

Like his countless admirers, Durga Dominic was heartbroken when the incomparable Ustad Zakir Hussain left us to play wonderful concerts in the heavens.

Brand 'Amma' will live on

Brand 'Amma' will live on

Rediff.com6 Dec 2016

Freebies galore and populist schemes under the popular 'Amma' brand became the hallmark of late Jayalalithaa's tenure as Chief Minister, helping her steamroll arch-rival M Karunanidhi's Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam in this year's assembly polls.

Cyclone Fengal causes unprecedented rainfall in Pondy

Cyclone Fengal causes unprecedented rainfall in Pondy

Rediff.com1 Dec 2024

After making landfall near Puducherry on November 30, Cyclone Fengal weakened on Sunday, but torrential downpour under its influence paralysed the union territory, with the Army stepping in to evacuate stranded persons in inundated streets.

Yet another row over Tamil anthem, this time at Udhayanidhi's event

Yet another row over Tamil anthem, this time at Udhayanidhi's event

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

While leaders alleged wrongful rendition of the Tamil anthem and BJP said mother Tamil has taught the Dy CM a 'lesson', Udhayanidhi dismissed such claims and asserted the microphone did not function properly and that it was a technical fault.

Kerala forms police team to probe sexual abuse of women in film industry

Kerala forms police team to probe sexual abuse of women in film industry

Rediff.com25 Aug 2024

The chief minister's office said the special team will be headed by IG Sparjan Kumar and will include four senior women IPS officers of the state.

Police register rape case against Malayalam actor Sidhique

Police register rape case against Malayalam actor Sidhique

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

A rape case has been registered against Malayalam actor Sidhique following a female actor's allegation that he sexually assaulted her in 2016, the police said on Wednesday.

2024: The Best South Films

2024: The Best South Films

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

Arjun Menon looks at the Top 10 South films that made an impact in 2024.

Brand Amma's throwaway pricing

Brand Amma's throwaway pricing

Rediff.com10 Oct 2013

Jayalalitha is rapidly expanding her brand into products that people come in contact almost daily.

Citizen speak: What 'Amma' meant to them

Citizen speak: What 'Amma' meant to them

Rediff.com6 Dec 2016

Two devoted J Jayalalithaa followers speak of what the TN chief minister meant to them.