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Before These Actors Became Stars...

Before These Actors Became Stars...

Rediff.com25 Jan 2022

Whether it's a filmi rite of passage or just another facet of nepotism, quite a few star kids began their journey as ADs.

How the rivalry between India and Australia blossomed

How the rivalry between India and Australia blossomed

Rediff.com5 Feb 2023

Ashes is steeped in tradition but India versus Australia Test matches are bound by emotion.

Ranbir, Hrithik, Big B: Your favourite superhero? VOTE!

Ranbir, Hrithik, Big B: Your favourite superhero? VOTE!

Rediff.com25 Aug 2016

Hrithik as Krrish or Anil Kapoor as Mr India? Take your pick!

Anees Bazmee's Most Pagal Comedy? VOTE!

Anees Bazmee's Most Pagal Comedy? VOTE!

Rediff.com25 Nov 2019

Sukanya Verma lists Anees Bazmee's stockpile of silliness.

20-25% of Hotels may Close Down Forever

20-25% of Hotels may Close Down Forever

Rediff.com16 Jul 2021

'On an average we have been getting four to five such proposals a month, but we aren't pursuing them as they don't tick the boxes.'

Who should play WingCo Abhinandan? VOTE!

Who should play WingCo Abhinandan? VOTE!

Rediff.com6 Mar 2019

Does Ajay Devgn get your vote?

Was Saif's debut as AMAZING as Sara's?

Was Saif's debut as AMAZING as Sara's?

Rediff.com27 Mar 2019

Who said star kids have it easy?

What You Must Know About Vizhinjam Port

What You Must Know About Vizhinjam Port

Rediff.com1 Dec 2022

The shipping business is like the heaving sea -- it's up and down, observes Shyam G Menon.

Allu Arjun to star alongside Varun Dhawan in ABCD 2

Allu Arjun to star alongside Varun Dhawan in ABCD 2

Rediff.com19 Mar 2015

Get your lowdown on what's happening in Telugu cinema right here!

Here's when will elite athletes resume training

Here's when will elite athletes resume training

Rediff.com11 May 2020

The national camps at Sports Authority of India (SAI) Centres have been shut since mid-March to contain the virus, which has infected over 65,000 people and caused more than 2,000 deaths in India. Kiren Rijiju, on May 3, had stated that camps for all athletes will resume by May end.

The Godfather: A Hell to Make

The Godfather: A Hell to Make

Rediff.com18 Mar 2022

Despite the Oscars, the box office glory, and the universal acclaim, Francis Ford Coppola, I am sure, remembers The Godfather with as much frustration as pride. Like Michael Corleone, he got into it with the best of intentions, and got out of it on top but lost in the heights. Sreehari Nair revisits the film as it turns 50 this month.

'Amitabh Bachchan is not intimidating'

'Amitabh Bachchan is not intimidating'

Rediff.com25 Apr 2022

'He listens to you and he will do exactly what you tell him to do.'

US: First batch of COVID-19 vaccine roll out of Pfizer plant

US: First batch of COVID-19 vaccine roll out of Pfizer plant

Rediff.com14 Dec 2020

The vaccine arrives at a critical moment for the US. Hospitalisations due to COVID-19 hit record highs for the seventh day in a row on Saturday.

Aamir blasts Censor Board, says banning content isn't right

Aamir blasts Censor Board, says banning content isn't right

Rediff.com25 Mar 2015

Khan said even if people don't like certain content, banning a film cannot be justified.

Baahubali Effect changes how India makes movies

Baahubali Effect changes how India makes movies

Rediff.com16 Aug 2017

Several big budget movies, including one for Rs 300 crore on Karna and another Rs 1,000 crore movie based on Bhima, have been launched on the same model.

'I Need Love'

'I Need Love'

Rediff.com28 Sep 2021

'There are times when you give an audition and it doesn't even reach the director.' 'In such a scenario, what can I do? 'More than nepotism, it's about favouritism.'

Our prompt action in Ladakh shows combat readiness: IAF chief

Our prompt action in Ladakh shows combat readiness: IAF chief

Rediff.com8 Oct 2021

In an address to the air warriors on the occasion of the 89th Air Force Day, the Chief of Air Staff also said that the IAF must demonstrate to the nation that external forces will not be allowed to violate its territory.

Review: Rahman does well in Lekar Hum Deewana Dil's music

Review: Rahman does well in Lekar Hum Deewana Dil's music

Rediff.com14 Jun 2014

Though not memorable, Lekar Hum Deewana Dil can't be dismissed either, writes Joginder Tuteja.

Interesting movies coming up in 2017

Interesting movies coming up in 2017

Rediff.com24 Jul 2017

Which of these films will make it to the Rs 100 crore club?

'My way of taking revenge is different'

'My way of taking revenge is different'

Rediff.com5 Mar 2019

'If banning Pakistani artists suits your peace of mind, do it.' 'I am more concerned about our soldiers who have lost their lives, and their families.' 'So my question is to those people, who are banning artists: What have they done for our soldiers and their families?'

Did Kangana 'hijack' Rani of Jhansi?

Did Kangana 'hijack' Rani of Jhansi?

Rediff.com19 May 2017

Is Kangana Ranaut becoming controversy's favourite child?

Olympic sponsor Toyota pulls out TV ads for Games

Olympic sponsor Toyota pulls out TV ads for Games

Rediff.com19 Jul 2021

Organisers warn participants against eating out over COVID-19 risks.

Do You Invest on Basis of Past Return?

Do You Invest on Basis of Past Return?

Rediff.com10 Aug 2021

Investing merely on the basis of past return can land you in trouble even in debt funds, a supposedly safe asset class, suggests Sarbajeet K Sen.

How to save yourself from financial frauds, online and offline

How to save yourself from financial frauds, online and offline

Rediff.com20 Sep 2021

India recorded 50,035 cases of cyber crime in 2020, an 11.8 per cent surge in such offences over the previous year, according to the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) data. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) last week once again cautioned bank customers of fraud, including those in Know-Your-Customer (KYC) cases. In fact, certain frauds have become more prevalent than others, and being aware of them is the first step towards protect yourself. Mayur Joshi, chief executive officer, Indiaforensic.com, a company engaged in the prevention, detection, and investigation of frauds says, "It is necessary to learn, to read about these scams."

Bengal has to choose between development and cut money culture: Nadda

Bengal has to choose between development and cut money culture: Nadda

Rediff.com25 Feb 2021

BJP chief J P Nadda on Thursday launched 'Lokkho Sonar Bangla' (target to build golden Bengal) manifesto crowdsourcing campaign to seek suggestions from more than two crore people in West Bengal ahead of the upcoming assembly elections.

When Anil Kapoor romanced Madhuri

When Anil Kapoor romanced Madhuri

Rediff.com19 Feb 2019

Anil Kapoor and Madhuri Dixit get ready to make Total Dhamaal on the big screen again!

4 deals in 4 weeks: Reliance to sell 1.34% Jio stake to General Atlantic

4 deals in 4 weeks: Reliance to sell 1.34% Jio stake to General Atlantic

Rediff.com17 May 2020

The deal follows Facebook picking up a 9.99 per cent stake in the firm that houses India's youngest but largest telecom firm on April 22 for Rs 43,574 crore. Within days of that deal, Silver Lake -- the world's largest tech investor -- bought a 1.15 per cent stake in Jio Platforms for Rs 5,665.75 crore. On May 8, US-based Vista Equity Partners bought 2.32 per cent stake in Jio Platforms for Rs 11,367 crore.

Sasikala brings EPS-OPS rift out in open

Sasikala brings EPS-OPS rift out in open

Rediff.com28 Oct 2021

The revived factionalism in the AIADMK, if not curbed now, has the potential to split the party vertically, warns N Sathiya Moorthy.

Pak cinemas resume screening Indian movies

Pak cinemas resume screening Indian movies

Rediff.com19 Dec 2016

Theatre owners are currently screening those Indian movies which are already released and the decision regarding new films will be taken on Wednesday.

Review: Cinderella is all things magical!

Review: Cinderella is all things magical!

Rediff.com20 Mar 2015

What Sukanya Verma loves about Kenneth Branagh's extravagant vision is he gives us a Cinderella that's got a little more spirit and penchant for horse-riding if not the hand-drawn delicacy or singing prowess of her animated avatar.

Balki gives up advertising for Bollywood

Balki gives up advertising for Bollywood

Rediff.com10 Aug 2016

After 22 years at MullenLowe Lintas and a total of 30 years in the ad world, R Balakrishnan bids adieu; will continue working on film projects.

Review: 3 AM will cause more chuckles than chills

Review: 3 AM will cause more chuckles than chills

Rediff.com26 Sep 2014

Vishal Mahadkar's horror film 3 AM is the story of a paranormal investigation gone wrong -- both for the film and the viewer, feels Nishi Tiwari.

Elections end, but President thinking out of the box

Elections end, but President thinking out of the box

Rediff.com13 May 2014

Just in case the NDA is unable to reach 272 seats and is in the low range of 220 seats, then some novel ideas may spring up. Like a 'national government'. Sheela Bhatt/Rediff.com reports on the various scenarios that are being considered by the political parties, and by the President of India.

Armed forces launch Op CO-JEET to fight Covid in India

Armed forces launch Op CO-JEET to fight Covid in India

Rediff.com3 May 2021

"Under the CO-JEET" plan, personnel of the three wings of the armed forces -- the Army, the Indian Air Force and the Navy -- have been pressed into service to help restore oxygen supply chains, set up COVID beds and provide help to the civilian administration in its fight to control the pandemic," said the Lt General, whose post of deputy chief integrated defence staff (medical) comes under the Chief of Defence Staff.

'Salman Khan and his family sabotaged my career'

'Salman Khan and his family sabotaged my career'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2020

'Salman Khan family is the head of this venomous serpent.'

Sacred Games: 5 lessons to learn from Ganesh Gaitonde

Sacred Games: 5 lessons to learn from Ganesh Gaitonde

Rediff.com15 Aug 2019

His ability to think like a visionary helps him expand his business, make new friends and improve his network.

Why Sara Ali Khan WON'T think about stardom!

Why Sara Ali Khan WON'T think about stardom!

Rediff.com4 Jan 2019

'There is nothing more beautiful than celebrating with people who make you what you are.'

Udta Punjab, worst casting decisions, and naheeee...!

Udta Punjab, worst casting decisions, and naheeee...!

Rediff.com13 Jun 2016

Sukanya Verma shares her exciting filmi week with us.

'You don't need Rs 100 crore to make a film with great special effects these days'

'You don't need Rs 100 crore to make a film with great special effects these days'

Rediff.com5 May 2016

'Sci-fi is a very expensive genre; I need to become a much bigger star for people to invest that kind of money in me.' 1920 London actor Sharman Joshi talks about his favourite genre, and why he won't be doing it anytime soon.

'I feel naked without my moustache'

'I feel naked without my moustache'

Rediff.com23 Dec 2015

Ranveer Singh is glad that trade pundits are talking about him being the most bankable star.