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No screening of Bajirao Mastani in Pune: BJP MLA

No screening of Bajirao Mastani in Pune: BJP MLA

Rediff.com18 Dec 2015

'The way they have showed Bajirao dancing in the song Malhari Malhari -- this is not the way to depict history.'

Shah Rukh, Amitabh, Katrina at Sridevi's funeral

Shah Rukh, Amitabh, Katrina at Sridevi's funeral

Rediff.com28 Feb 2018

Boney Kapoor performed the last rites with his daughters Janhvi and Khushi by his side.

Rajasthan will not screen Padmavat, even after CBFC clearance

Rajasthan will not screen Padmavat, even after CBFC clearance

Rediff.com8 Jan 2018

'The sacrifice made by Queen Padmini is a matter of pride for the state,' Raje said.

Sonam Kapoor, in holiday mood!

Sonam Kapoor, in holiday mood!

Rediff.com29 Dec 2015

The top posts on social media from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

John Abraham: No need for anyone to get offended by Madras Cafe

John Abraham: No need for anyone to get offended by Madras Cafe

Rediff.com22 Aug 2013

John Abraham clears his stand and tells us why Madras Cafe must not fall victim to political protests.

After UP, Gujarat, Bihar's Nitish joins anti-Padmavati chorus

After UP, Gujarat, Bihar's Nitish joins anti-Padmavati chorus

Rediff.com28 Nov 2017

The chief minister said he was not in favour of the movie's release until its producer, director and all those who are associated with it offer a clarification putting the controversy to rest.

'I enjoy direction more than acting'

'I enjoy direction more than acting'

Rediff.com15 Oct 2014

Kannada director Suryakiran talks about making his acting debut in Usiriginta... Neene Hattira.

IAF never differentiated: Gunjan Saxena on biopic row

IAF never differentiated: Gunjan Saxena on biopic row

Rediff.com14 Aug 2020

I was lucky to have support from family and IAF, Saxena said.

Do your views need to be censored? Tell us!

Do your views need to be censored? Tell us!

Rediff.com6 Dec 2011

Is the government overstepping its role and crossing the fine line between keeping a check on controversial content and clamping down on freedom of speech/expression? Or do you think the government has a right to regulate what gets posted on web sites by the citizenry at large?

Get ready to make money with Shah Rukh Khan!

Get ready to make money with Shah Rukh Khan!

Rediff.com25 Feb 2015

'India Poochega Sabse Shaana Kaun is a light, happy and breezy show that makes you win money,' Shah Rukh Khan tells us.

'Aamir said you will destroy my career'

'Aamir said you will destroy my career'

Rediff.com13 Jul 2021

'But what the hell! Do it because it is brilliant.'

Why The Kashmir Files Has The BJP's Blessings

Why The Kashmir Files Has The BJP's Blessings

Rediff.com26 Mar 2022

Why has the BJP taken such great interest in the film? Not to put too fine a point on it, a possible reason is its propaganda value. Since the film shows the plight of the Kashmiri Pandits during their exodus from the Valley, Muslims are depicted in a poor light, observes Amulya Ganguli.

Boring! What I thought about Modi's US Congress speech

Boring! What I thought about Modi's US Congress speech

Rediff.com9 Jun 2016

While many praised Narendra Modi's US Congress address, Syed Firdaus Ashraf had only two words to say: SO WHAT?

'India has completely forgotten history'

'India has completely forgotten history'

Rediff.com8 Mar 2017

'Our religion had some important philosophies regarding trans people that cannot be ignored.' 'Contemporary India is refusing and ignoring transgender people.'

'Everybody in Bollywood is not looking for sex'

'Everybody in Bollywood is not looking for sex'

Rediff.com24 Aug 2017

Babumoshai Bandookbaaz actress Bidita Bag gives us a ringside view of Bollywood.

Kher refuses to quit, but Sharmila Censor chief

Kher refuses to quit, but Sharmila Censor chief

Rediff.com13 Oct 2004

Anupam Kher refuses to resign.

Bikes burnt, shops vandalised in protest against Padmaavat

Bikes burnt, shops vandalised in protest against Padmaavat

Rediff.com24 Jan 2018

The Supreme Court turned down pleas by Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh governments and refused to modify an earlier order that cleared the decks for the nationwide release of the Sanjay Leela Bhansali flick on January 25.

No ban on Padmavati, says SC; pulls up netas for comments against the movie

No ban on Padmavati, says SC; pulls up netas for comments against the movie

Rediff.com28 Nov 2017

"When matter is pending for CBFC's consideration, how can persons holding public offices comment on whether CBFC should issue certificate or not? It'll prejudice decision making of CBFC... All concerned people, holding responsible posts must be guided by rule of law and shouldn't venture into passing comments on films which haven't been cleared by CBFC. It'll prejudice minds of board members while taking a decision," a Supreme Court bench hearing the plea observed.

Pahlaj Nihalani: 'I will see Mr Prasoon Joshi in court'

Pahlaj Nihalani: 'I will see Mr Prasoon Joshi in court'

Rediff.com9 Nov 2018

'Everybody knows about Prasoon Joshi's friendship with Aamir Khan.' 'No one is surprised that Thugs Of Hindostan was given an all-clear censor certification out of turn.'

Censor chief Anupam Kher asked to step down

Censor chief Anupam Kher asked to step down

Rediff.com13 Oct 2004

But he would rather have the government sack him as he feels that the directive is tantamount to questioning his credibility, sources said.

'I am still waiting for Manoj Bajpayee's career to start'

'I am still waiting for Manoj Bajpayee's career to start'

Rediff.com18 Jul 2016

'Apart from Satya -- which was a very good film -- Manoj Bajpayee has not featured in any hit in the 10-12 years of his career. Who is he to talk about my career? He should worry about his own.' CBFC chief Pahlaj Nihalani lashes out.

What is sex? 'Shhh!'

What is sex? 'Shhh!'

Rediff.com7 Sep 2016

Mallica Patel discusses our non accepting nature towards the topic.

'Glamourising Alauddin Khilji akin to praising acid attackers'

'Glamourising Alauddin Khilji akin to praising acid attackers'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2017

Vipul Goel sought changes in the Bollywood film, saying that films based on historical facts, while exercising the freedom of thought, should also keep in mind the people's sentiments and culture.

Rajiv Kapoor's journey in Bollywood

Rajiv Kapoor's journey in Bollywood

Rediff.com22 Apr 2022

Rajiv Kapoor did not do many films in his career but he is still remembered for his solid hit, Ram Teri Ganga Maili.

Modi sarkar now sacks Book Trust chairman

Modi sarkar now sacks Book Trust chairman

Rediff.com3 Mar 2015

Baldev Sharma, the former editor of Panchajanya, has been appointed as the new chairman.

Krrish 3 to have biggest ever release after Chennai Express, Besharam

Krrish 3 to have biggest ever release after Chennai Express, Besharam

Rediff.com17 Oct 2013

The film hits screens this Diwali.

Brand India ambassador Priyanka Chopra: 'This is not the country I grew up in'

Brand India ambassador Priyanka Chopra: 'This is not the country I grew up in'

Rediff.com21 Jan 2016

Syed Firdaus Ashraf/Rediff.com on Priyanka Chopra's appointment as a brand ambassador for India, despite her frankness on intolerant India.

'Why are you threatened by my film?'

'Why are you threatened by my film?'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2017

'People want to blacken my face for showing "leaders in a bad light".' 'People want to show loyalty to the party.' 'There's no end to it.' 'How many people should I show the film to?' 'Where do we draw the line?'

'My film wears patriotism on its sleeve'

'My film wears patriotism on its sleeve'

Rediff.com25 Nov 2021

'Who decides what is jingoistic?' 'What is patriotic?' 'Who decides Lagaan is patriotic and Gadar is jingoistic?'

'A big thank you to the Health Ministry from the film fraternity'

'A big thank you to the Health Ministry from the film fraternity'

Rediff.com13 Jan 2014

Ministry Of Health removes the ugly anti-smoking video accompanying feature films.

Review: Vedivazhipadu is a damp squib

Review: Vedivazhipadu is a damp squib

Rediff.com13 Dec 2013

The film makes an effort to add sparkle to the so-called 'new gen' formula, but ends up being a damp squib.

After protests, Mumbai film festival drops Pak film

After protests, Mumbai film festival drops Pak film

Rediff.com17 Oct 2016

Indo-Pak tensions cast its shadow on the Mumbai International Film Festival with organisers on Monday dropping Pakistani film "Jago Hua Savera" in its retrospective section amid threats of protests at its screening.

Chetan Chauhan as NIFT chairman has Twitter in splits

Chetan Chauhan as NIFT chairman has Twitter in splits

Rediff.com18 Jun 2016

Ex-cricketer and former Bharatiya Janata Party Member of Parliament Chetan Chauhan's appointment as the chairman of the prestigious National Institute of Fashion Technology, has triggered a row with intense debate raging on social media on the government's 'bizarre selection'.

'Har cheez Gandhi ke naam?' Rishi Kapoor, on Twitter, doesn't hold back

'Har cheez Gandhi ke naam?' Rishi Kapoor, on Twitter, doesn't hold back

Rediff.com18 May 2016

Kapoor said the names of the prominent places should be changed after those who worked for the welfare of the country.

To widen reach, Disney to stream content via Facebook, YouTube

To widen reach, Disney to stream content via Facebook, YouTube

Rediff.com28 Mar 2016

Using Facebook video or YouTube for content distribution is not new.

'NH10 is not inspired by Eden Lake'

'NH10 is not inspired by Eden Lake'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2015

'I never expected this kind of a response to NH10,' director Navdeep Singh tells Subhash K Jha.

Bollywood, the new political battleground?

Bollywood, the new political battleground?

Rediff.com9 Jan 2016

A string of episodes including the latest removal of Aamir Khan as brand ambassador of the Incredible India campaign point in this direction, say experts

'Liger Is Kickass, Sir'

'Liger Is Kickass, Sir'

Rediff.com24 Aug 2022

'Our hero is strong and you must have seen the mother, she is stronger.' 'And Mike Tyson is the strongest!'

Desingu Raja: Unconvincing plot, great comedy

Desingu Raja: Unconvincing plot, great comedy

Rediff.com23 Aug 2013

Director Ezhil attempts to infuse a dose of humour into a tale of enemity.

PM biopic a hagiography, will affect polls: EC to SC

PM biopic a hagiography, will affect polls: EC to SC

Rediff.com24 Apr 2019

The EC said 'there are several scenes depicting a major opposition party as corrupt and showing them in poor light. Their leaders have been depicted in such a manner that their identification is clear and obvious to the viewers'.