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No Smoking ticker to run through Bombay Velvet

No Smoking ticker to run through Bombay Velvet

Rediff.com14 May 2015

Bombay Velvet will release on May 15.

John: Nothing's wrong with Madras Cafe; respect our opinion too

John: Nothing's wrong with Madras Cafe; respect our opinion too

Rediff.com20 Aug 2013

The film has run into trouble with pro-Tamil outfits.

'Freedom of expression is for all': HC dismisses plea seeking ban on 'Mersal'

'Freedom of expression is for all': HC dismisses plea seeking ban on 'Mersal'

Rediff.com27 Oct 2017

The petitioner in his PIL had contended that the movie contained scenes and dialogues, which were against the interests of the country's sovereignty and integrity and the security of the state.

'Adipurush' makers under fire over 'tapori' language

'Adipurush' makers under fire over 'tapori' language

Rediff.com17 Jun 2023

'The dialogues and language used in this movie are indecent. In Tulasidas' Ramayana, Lord Ram was portrayed as 'Maryada Purushottam' and decent language was used. In Adipurush, dialogues of characters are of very low level'

Looking At 1999: 25 Years Ago In Bollywood...

Looking At 1999: 25 Years Ago In Bollywood...

Rediff.com12 Mar 2024

Sukanya Verma recaps all those events from 25 years ago.

Despite leak, Udta Punjab makes Rs 10 crore on opening day

Despite leak, Udta Punjab makes Rs 10 crore on opening day

Rediff.com19 Jun 2016

The film marks the second-most successful opening for leading man Shahid Kapoor after Shaandaar.

PIX: If James Bond was a Hindi film hero!

PIX: If James Bond was a Hindi film hero!

Rediff.com19 Nov 2015

Here's imagining Craig's James Bond as a typical Bollywood hero.

Pahlaj Nihalani's musical gift to Prime Minister Modi

Pahlaj Nihalani's musical gift to Prime Minister Modi

Rediff.com6 Aug 2015

The Censor board chief doesn't want to talk about it though.

PIX: Mouni Roy, Deepika Singh mingle at award function

PIX: Mouni Roy, Deepika Singh mingle at award function

Rediff.com22 Jun 2015

A look at the star arrivals.

No Phantom in Pakistan: Court bans Saif's latest film

No Phantom in Pakistan: Court bans Saif's latest film

Rediff.com20 Aug 2015

The movie was banned on a plea filed by Jamaat-ud-Dawa chief and Mumbai attack mastermind Hafiz Saeed alleging that the film contains "filthy propaganda" against him and his outfit.

Aligarh was not necessarily meant to be a political film

Aligarh was not necessarily meant to be a political film

Rediff.com15 Feb 2016

'I believe politics was imposed on it by the censor board, when it gave the film's trailer an A certificate, hoping to deny children, teenagers the opportunity to watch it during prime time television shows,' says Aseem Chhabra.

Breaking News: Hrithik Added To Tiger 3

Breaking News: Hrithik Added To Tiger 3

Rediff.com9 Nov 2023

Shah Rukh will play his character from Siddharth Anand's Pathaan, while Hrithik Roshan plays Kabir from Siddharth Anand's War.

Gurmeet Ram Rahim: Nothing in MSG is offensive

Gurmeet Ram Rahim: Nothing in MSG is offensive

Rediff.com20 Jan 2015

Ahead of the film's release, the godman addressed the media in Mumbai to clear the air about any misapprehension.

What Makes Malayalam Cinema So Distinctive?

What Makes Malayalam Cinema So Distinctive?

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

The reasons are too private to be discussed at a round table, listed out during a seminar, or uncovered in an academic course. A proud but insomniac connoisseur murmuring in his sleep may do a better job of explaining the phenomenon than an expert on a podium. Sreehari Nair airs his thoughts.

Delhi man arrested for leaking Udta Punjab online

Delhi man arrested for leaking Udta Punjab online

Rediff.com22 Jun 2016

The arrest was made after it was found that Dipak Kumar was linked to illegal torrent upload of the movie. He was arrested following the questioning by the cyber cell of the police, said Mumbai Police's Cyber Police Station..

'If you can't digest an adult film, it's not my problem'

'If you can't digest an adult film, it's not my problem'

Rediff.com4 Sep 2017

'When Julie 2 releases, I will tell you whether I am sanskari or not.'

Why does Varun need Alia's consent?

Why does Varun need Alia's consent?

Rediff.com19 Sep 2017

Subhash K Jha's Bollywood buzz.

Pak can now watch Raees, Kaabil; ban on Indian films officially lifted

Pak can now watch Raees, Kaabil; ban on Indian films officially lifted

Rediff.com1 Feb 2017

The decision to allow import of Indian films was taken after a government committee held consultations with various stakeholders and recommended the Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif to allow screening of Bollywood movies.

From beef to James Bond's kiss, 2015 was the year of bans

From beef to James Bond's kiss, 2015 was the year of bans

Rediff.com29 Dec 2015

'The desire to force others to act according to the way we want the world to be is strong in our parts. This is particularly so because we have not fully internalised the idea of individual liberties. The fact is that our moralism will get us into trouble,' says Aakar Patel.

Prasoon Joshi slams 'Padmavati' makers for screening film without certificate

Prasoon Joshi slams 'Padmavati' makers for screening film without certificate

Rediff.com18 Nov 2017

The producers of Padmavati held a special screening for a few journalists.

'Is Raj Thackeray going to decide if I am patriotic?'

'Is Raj Thackeray going to decide if I am patriotic?'

Rediff.com24 Oct 2016

'I abide by the Constitution.' 'Raj Thackeray does not.' 'His patriotism should be up for questioning.'

Tamil Madras Cafe will NOT release in Tamil Nadu

Tamil Madras Cafe will NOT release in Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com23 Aug 2013

The Tamil version, however, will release in Andhra Pradesh.

Swara, Konkona, Poonam Pandey watch Lipstick Under My Burkha

Swara, Konkona, Poonam Pandey watch Lipstick Under My Burkha

Rediff.com19 Jul 2017

Directed by Alankriti Shrivastava, the film stars a bevy of talented actresses.

Mental Hai Kya must change its title!

Mental Hai Kya must change its title!

Rediff.com27 Apr 2019

The recently released poster Mental Hai Kya is like an abuse aimed at those who are fighting a disorder that demands support and social understanding, says Tarun Vijay, the former BJP MP.

What makes Shah Rukh feel 'beautiful'

What makes Shah Rukh feel 'beautiful'

Rediff.com19 Nov 2015

A look at the top posts on social media from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

'Padmavat is an insult to India's identity'

'Padmavat is an insult to India's identity'

Rediff.com10 Jan 2018

'If the film is not released, there will be a loss of only Rs 200 crore.' 'But if it is released, for many years the soul and pride of our nation will be sold.'

Solar scam: Actress Shalu Menon moves HC for bail

Solar scam: Actress Shalu Menon moves HC for bail

Rediff.com15 Jul 2013

Shalu was arrested early this month on a complaint by one Rafique Ali who claimed she had accompanied scam accused Biju Radhakrishnan when he collected Rs 20 lakh from him.

People won't watch it if...: SC on The Kerala Story ban

People won't watch it if...: SC on The Kerala Story ban

Rediff.com12 May 2023

The Supreme Court on Friday sought replies of the West Bengal and Tamil Nadu governments on a plea of the producers of The Kerala Story challenging the ban in the two states.

'It's Not Sexualised Nudity'

'It's Not Sexualised Nudity'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

'I made it very clear even at the casting process that there was going to be a lot of nudity.' 'And I wanted to be sure that it would be done with ease.'

Behind the scenes: To 'Modi Kaka', with love

Behind the scenes: To 'Modi Kaka', with love

Rediff.com19 Nov 2015

A behind-the-scenes from the short film, of which we are fairly confident will win a peace prize or five.

Karni Sena refuses Bhansali's invitation to watch Padmaavat

Karni Sena refuses Bhansali's invitation to watch Padmaavat

Rediff.com20 Jan 2018

The production company sent a missive to Shree Rajput Karni Sena and Shree Rajput Sabha Bhawan, its leaders claimed but alleged that the move was only a ploy "aimed at fooling".

'Goa's defectors are pawns on the chess board'

'Goa's defectors are pawns on the chess board'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2022

'Goa is a tiny state, but in terms of its Business of Politics, several powerful lobbies of India are involved in it, be it the mining lobby, hoteliers' lobby, casino lobby, hawala lobby, drugs lobby etc.'

What Shah Rukh does on his day off!

What Shah Rukh does on his day off!

Rediff.com17 Jul 2015

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

PIX: Parineeti, Deepika, Alia party with Aamir

PIX: Parineeti, Deepika, Alia party with Aamir

Rediff.com20 Oct 2017

Take a look at celebs at Aamir Khan's Diwali party.

SC rejects plea to cancel Padmaavat's CBFC certificate

SC rejects plea to cancel Padmaavat's CBFC certificate

Rediff.com19 Jan 2018

"Maintaining law and order is not our job. That is the job of the state. Prayer rejected," the bench said while refusing to accord urgent hearing on the fresh plea filed by lawyer M L Sharma.

Konkona launches her first directorial venture

Konkona launches her first directorial venture

Rediff.com6 Jan 2016

The latest updates from Bollywood!

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.

Cannot pass order on PM biopic at this stage: SC

Cannot pass order on PM biopic at this stage: SC

Rediff.com8 Apr 2019

The apex court said it will hear the matter on Tuesday and possibly can pass an order if the petitioner brings on record that what the film depicts is highly objectionable.