Aseem Chhabra remembers writer Ruth Prawer Jhabvala, who together with filmmakers Ismail Merchant and James Ivory, brought many a quiet, gentle tale to life.
Aseem Chhabra and Sukanya Verma -post their predictions for the major categories.
In between meditating in the Himalayas and attending prayer sessions, Khyentse Norbu finds time to make films that satisfy his creativity.
Seated in a Manhattan gallery, photographer Gauri Gill takes Aseem Chhabra through the decade-long journey behind Balika Mela and Jannat
Avinash Arun, winner of the Crystal Bear at Berlinale for his directorial debut, Killa, shares a fascinating life story with Aseem Chhabra.
Aseem Chhabra explains why didn't like The Wolf Of Wall Street.
Life Of Pi composer Mychael Danna talks about his life's journey so far.
Beautiful shots, stunning music and rich performances make Trishna a pleasant watch, writes Aseem Chhabra
Kshay has picked up quite a few awards at international film festivals. Yet, it saw a very limited release in India last week. Aseem Chhabra appeals to every filmgoer, who cares for good cinema, to watch this movie and support its kind.
'I just love the man. Not only he's a fantastic actor with a presence in whatever he does, but he's also a very soulful, gregarious, generous man with the biggest heart in the business.' Director Lasse Hallstrom tells Aseem Chhabra/Rediff.com about the joys of working with Om Puri on The Hundred-Foot Journey.
Join Sukanya Verma, Sonil Dedhia and Aseem Chhabra as they discuss the film live.
NaMo supporters in New York and New Jersey step out to celebrate the BJP's election victory, reports Aseem Chhabra.
Director Anand Gandhi discusses his brilliant film, Ship Of Theseus.
'I had naively believed that for the rape-related crisis to be resolved, the young protestors would have walked along with the police, with the hope of eventually working out issues with the elected officials and the law enforcement personnel. The protest I participated in the morning was hijacked later in the afternoon by self-serving politicians and people who perhaps had other agendas to pursue,' Aseem Chhabra notes in this first person account of what happened.
'When I wrote the book, people asked me why I was writing it. Ek Duuje Ke Liye was made many years ago. Hema Malini and Dharmendra got married and there is a dialogue in the film also.' Chetan Bhagat tells Aseem Chhabra about his reasons for writing 2 States.
Aseem Chhabra feels Talaash is an intelligent film but falters towards the end.
Aseem Chhabra travels to China, where he is delighted to find, that there is a little bit of India, almost everywhere he goes
For Aseem Chhabra Yash Chopra's last film, Jab Tak Hai Jaan, signals the end of an era in Bollywood.
Filmmaker Karan Bali shares the fascinating story of Ellis Roderick Dungan with Aseem Chhabra.
The film is a good alternative to the blockbuster of the month, Ek Tha Tiger.
'I come from a country of colours. India is one of the most colourful countries in the world and that was true long before the Incredible India campaigns designed to entice Western tourists to India,' says Aseem Chhabra.
Prakash Jha is at his most confused self in presenting Aarakshan to us.
Strong performances, brilliant use of technology, stunning cinematography and incredible direction make Raavan a must-see.
Shubhashish Bhutiani shares the incredible journey of his debut film - from the imagination of a freshly minted graduate to the Oscars shortlist.
Aseem Chhabra hails possibly the best Indian film in recent times.
Rohit Shetty's Bol Bachchan reinforces the gay stereotype in Bollywood -- that gays are meant to be ridiculed and laughed at -- and is highly offensive.
'One take may be completely different than the one before. That's why he keeps you on your toes... Every time I was with him I was learning something,' Indian-American actor Manish Dayal tells Aseem Chhabra/Rediff.com
Aseem Chhabra feels Matru Ki Bijlee Ka Mandola starts off on a promising note but falters towards the end.
Under Delhi's beautiful November afternoon sun, nearly two thousand young men and women marched on Sunday to mark the city's third Queer Pride parade.
Indian-British filmmaker Amit Gupta speaks to Aseem Chhabra about combing his love for food and cinema
A couple that got married with a unique ceremony in Kolkata speak to Aseem Chhabra about the moving experience.
Aseem Chhabra is sure that Argo will win the Best Picture at Oscars but he still doesn't like the film. Here's why.
Kai Po Che works because of its earnest and very talented cast.
While we wait for the official list, here's Rediff's Aseem Chhabra's list of nominee predictions.
It is all too easy to blame Bollywood, notes Aseem Chhabra, just as many politicians are now saying that young women should not step out late at night or wear Western clothes, suggesting that leads some men to become rapists.
'My heart skipped a beat as I saw myself on the giant screen. I have watched the film a few times since then. And I can still see my face in that brief shot, immortalised like the rest of the film.'
'It is near impossible to get taxis in Hong Kong during rush hour. Suddenly a Sikh gentleman walked up to Satish Kaushik. He had recognised the actor and, speaking in Punjabi, offered to get us a taxi. Within minutes, the Sardar had hailed a taxi and then, in what was the biggest surprise for me, he gave directions to the driver in Chinese.' Aseem Chhabra cooks some desi filmi flavours from his travels abroad.
Pakistani singer Rahat Fateh Ali Khan's concert -- held over the weekend in New York -- was quite disappointing.
Aseem Chhabra salutes legendary filmmaker Yash Chopra.
A stellar cast keeps you riveted to this sequel to Wall Street.
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