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The Saand Ki Aankh Review

The Saand Ki Aankh Review

Rediff.com25 Oct 2019

'I felt a constant gag in my throat, and emerged from the movie somewhat mugged,' confesses Sreehari Nair.

Review: August Osage County gives you a lump in the throat

Review: August Osage County gives you a lump in the throat

Rediff.com7 Mar 2014

18-time Oscar nominee Meryl Streep towers over everybody else in the film - thanks to her unparalleled acting prowess and the sheer intensity of the character she plays.

President Putin revels in Russia's unexpected World Cup form

President Putin revels in Russia's unexpected World Cup form

Rediff.com21 Jun 2018

Increasingly isolated on the global stage, the World Cup has so far helped Vladimir Putin send a defiant message to his opponents that Russia is succeeding despite Western efforts to hold it back.

Victoria & Abdul review: Watch it for Judi Dench only

Victoria & Abdul review: Watch it for Judi Dench only

Rediff.com13 Oct 2017

Dame Dench humanises the frumpy, myopic and overindulged Queen Victoria and the screen feels the warmth of the legendary actress's enthusiasm, says Sukanya Verma.

Prankster ruins May's major speech in UK

Prankster ruins May's major speech in UK

Rediff.com4 Oct 2017

He was arrested by Swiss authorities for trespassing at the event in July 2015 but later released.

Are masala movies dead?

Are masala movies dead?

Rediff.com28 May 2019

'What we have is 'masala redeemed' as opposed to just 'masala resurrected',' argues Sreehari Nair.

Abhishek, Saif, Ajay Devgn: WORST actors of 2014

Abhishek, Saif, Ajay Devgn: WORST actors of 2014

Rediff.com26 Dec 2014

These actors weren't exactly high up in the popularity charts this year.

Looking at Carrie Fisher's life in pictures

Looking at Carrie Fisher's life in pictures

Rediff.com28 Dec 2016

Carrie Fisher, who made Star Wars character Princess Leia so popular, passed into the ages on December 28

This YouTube star has advice for you all

This YouTube star has advice for you all

Rediff.com9 May 2017

The comedian and vlogger shares some life lessons...

What do you LOVE about Andaz Apna Apna? Tell us!

What do you LOVE about Andaz Apna Apna? Tell us!

Rediff.com8 Apr 2014

Tell us, dear readers and fellow AAA fanatics, what is that one thing about this beloved laugh raiser that you love the MOST?

The cast makes Anarkali worthwhile

The cast makes Anarkali worthwhile

Rediff.com14 Nov 2015

Anarkali is a mixture of old and new world of storytelling.

Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them Review:The magic is back!

Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them Review:The magic is back!

Rediff.com19 Nov 2016

Anita Aikara tells us the film is a must watch!

Rowdy Rathore, Holiday, Baby: Akshay Kumar's 10 BIGGEST Hits

Rowdy Rathore, Holiday, Baby: Akshay Kumar's 10 BIGGEST Hits

Rediff.com30 Apr 2015

Here's how lucky Akki has been at the box office so far!

Review: Kanchana 2 is an enjoyable film

Review: Kanchana 2 is an enjoyable film

Rediff.com20 Apr 2015

Director Raghava Lawrence's Kanchana 2 is an enjoyable horror comedy about six ghosts who are out to avenge their deaths.

10 things we miss about summer

10 things we miss about summer

Rediff.com21 Apr 2016

There was so little to complain about!

Kangna Ranaut's double role

Kangna Ranaut's double role

Rediff.com11 Nov 2014

A look at the top tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

What does 2017's cinema hold for you?

What does 2017's cinema hold for you?

Rediff.com10 Jan 2017

There's a lot happening in Bollywood, Hollywood and world cinema this year.

Review: Mannar Mathai Speaking 2 is a repeat of what we've seen before

Review: Mannar Mathai Speaking 2 is a repeat of what we've seen before

Rediff.com27 Jan 2014

Malayalam film Mannar Mathai Speaking 2 is not a patch on the previous two films, writes Paresh C Palicha.

The Hollywood awards season starring Trump

The Hollywood awards season starring Trump

Rediff.com17 Feb 2017

Every major awards ceremony in the West this year has seen celebrities talk about diversity, inclusion and politics, sometimes even mentioning US President Donald Trump and his policies by name.

Get ready for these interesting Onam releases

Get ready for these interesting Onam releases

Rediff.com5 Sep 2014

The mood of celebration and the school holidays make Onam one of the hottest seasons for Malayalam cinema.

'Baghban was one of my biggest mistakes'

'Baghban was one of my biggest mistakes'

Rediff.com17 Jun 2016

'Reality shows work for a short while. I have much more to achieve, so that I can show that people love me for my work, not for my stints in reality shows.' Aman Verma returns to the small screen.

'I am an Indian girl with Indian values'

'I am an Indian girl with Indian values'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2018

'I am Punjabi at heart.' 'Even my nature is larger-than-life, which is a very Punjabi trait.'

Goodbye, 'Kalpana chechi'

Goodbye, 'Kalpana chechi'

Rediff.com25 Jan 2016

'The world will remember Kalpana through the characters that showed her brilliance as an actor.'

Sukanya Verma reviews Once Upon A Time In Mumbai Dobaara

Sukanya Verma reviews Once Upon A Time In Mumbai Dobaara

Rediff.com15 Aug 2013

Milan Luthria's Once Upon A Time In Mumbai Dobaara is a complete drag, unintentionally comical and painfully verbose unlike the prequel which hit quite a few right notes, notes Sukanya Verma

10 reasons why Shah Rukh loves Johnny Lever

10 reasons why Shah Rukh loves Johnny Lever

Rediff.com2 Jul 2015

He isn't Bollywood's go-to guy for the funnies for nothing.

Oh, these first-time actor-director jodis!

Oh, these first-time actor-director jodis!

Rediff.com10 Aug 2017

Did you like Chennai Express, Goliyon Ki Raasleela: Ram Leela and 3 Idiots?

Alien, dog, disco fighter: Aamir Khan's unique avatars!

Alien, dog, disco fighter: Aamir Khan's unique avatars!

Rediff.com21 Dec 2016

Here's a look at Aamir's unique avatars, where he's not playing the usual cop or college-goer, no matter how well (or how often) he's performed. And also where what he plays is as attention grabbing as how he plays it, no matter how lousy the film.

The Kader Khan interview you must read

The Kader Khan interview you must read

Rediff.com1 Jan 2019

'I went away from the industry because all the people I enjoyed working with, like Manmohan Desai and Prakash Mehra, are no more.' 'They left this world and went away, so I lost interest in my work.'

Review: Don't be forced to watch Force 2

Review: Don't be forced to watch Force 2

Rediff.com18 Nov 2016

Despite some efficiency, Force 2 is never impressive, says Raja Sen.

The sexiest women in the world!

The sexiest women in the world!

Rediff.com29 Mar 2016

Priyanka Chopra wins Victoria's Secret's SEXIEST Eyes Award!

'Sab bhagwan ke haath mein hai'

'Sab bhagwan ke haath mein hai'

Rediff.com2 Jun 2020

'Our Lockdown Life has a sort of schizophrenic, Dr-Jekyll-and-Mr-Hyde personality about it,' says Vaihayasi Pande Daniel.

'I still have Hawa Hawai on my playlist'

'I still have Hawa Hawai on my playlist'

Rediff.com26 Feb 2018

Love pours in from all around the globe!

Ten 2018 Films I didn't like

Ten 2018 Films I didn't like

Rediff.com27 Dec 2018

Sreehari Nair is *not* impressed by this lot of films at all.

When Hrithik, Dharmendra ROBBED Diamonds!

When Hrithik, Dharmendra ROBBED Diamonds!

Rediff.com23 Oct 2014

Bollywood's grand diamond heists!

'We will make a lot of money with Baahubali 2'

'We will make a lot of money with Baahubali 2'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2017

'The presenters make the money -- the ones who put their hard work, blood and sweat don't always make money.' Baahubali: The Conclusion is all set to break new records.

Hollywood's 10 Most Iconic Modern Heroines

Hollywood's 10 Most Iconic Modern Heroines

Rediff.com22 Sep 2014

Actresses come and go, but these ladies will always dazzle.

The A to Z of Shah Rukh Khan

The A to Z of Shah Rukh Khan

Rediff.com2 Nov 2019

On the actor's 54th birthday on November 2, we write another tome about the boy with big dreams and a regrettable haircut, who defied incredible odds to become one of the most loved actors on the planet.

Uri: Election propaganda or genre flick?

Uri: Election propaganda or genre flick?

Rediff.com5 Feb 2019

'This is a movie made with this gaze fixed on its immediate well-wishers, while at the same time it squints hard looking for those swaying back and forth on the fence,' notes Rohit Sathish Nair.

Has Riteish Deshmukh finally come of age?

Has Riteish Deshmukh finally come of age?

Rediff.com21 Jul 2014

After a decade of acting in comic films, Riteish Deshmukh finally shows a versatile side with Ek Villain. The days ahead seem busy, with his production ventures and a kitty full of films.

Stree: Delightful collision of chills, chuckle, cause!

Stree: Delightful collision of chills, chuckle, cause!

Rediff.com25 Sep 2018

'Stree's allegorical approach doesn't interfere with its need to endear and entertain.' 'Important ideas of empowerment and item songs as well as chills and chuckle coexist to fulfil its objective of thoda hasao, thoda darao,' says Sukanya Verma.