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Telugu Cinema Sets Box Office On Fire

Telugu Cinema Sets Box Office On Fire

Rediff.com12 Feb 2022

'Just the fact that the biggest language at the box office was Telugu and not Hindi is startling.'

Venkatesh Iyer: The Biggest Surprise of IPL 2025 Auction

Venkatesh Iyer: The Biggest Surprise of IPL 2025 Auction

Rediff.com24 Nov 2024

The Madhya Pradesh all-rounder was bought by KKR for a massive bid of Rs 23.75 crore.

7 Stunning Sequences From Raj Kapoor Films

7 Stunning Sequences From Raj Kapoor Films

Rediff.com20 Dec 2024

Within his short lifespan of 63 years, Raj Kapoor left behind an incredible cinematic legacy. Dinesh Raheja continues celebrating Raj Kapoor's birth centenary by looking at seven sequences from his films that have defined Hindi cinema.

'Film Industry Isn't So Responsible For Nepotism'

'Film Industry Isn't So Responsible For Nepotism'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2024

'It's also the media and the audience.' 'The audiences want to watch what the media is putting about certain star kids.'The industry feels since the audience is interested, let's make a movie with them.' 'So I think it's a circle.

'This Roller Coaster Has Taught Me To...'

'This Roller Coaster Has Taught Me To...'

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

'...just be neutral about everything.' 'I will just take life as it comes.'

Protestors vandalise Allu Arjun's residence, throw tomatoes

Protestors vandalise Allu Arjun's residence, throw tomatoes

Rediff.com22 Dec 2024

A group of persons, claiming to be members of Osmania University Joint Action Committee, on Sunday vandalised flower pots and other things at the residence of top Telugu actor Allu Arjun in Hyderabad.

Will Singham Again Restore PVR's Profits

Will Singham Again Restore PVR's Profits

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

>The success of Stree 2, which emerged as the highest-grossing Hindi film, was significant to PVR Inox's performance in the July-September quarter.

'At 88, It's Difficult To Get Roles...'

'At 88, It's Difficult To Get Roles...'

Rediff.com28 Nov 2024

'If I got more work, I would do even more! Recently, I did the Tanishq ad.' 'I keep working because I am fit. I love acting, that is my relaxation.'

'Smita Didn't Want Anything To Do With Films'

'Smita Didn't Want Anything To Do With Films'

Rediff.com31 Dec 2024

'Naseer does not have the sense of humour that Om Puri has. 'Also Om has a great deal of compassion as a human being. Naseer was too focused on his own self.' A fascinating excerpt from Sangeeta Datta's book, Shyam Benegal.

Allu Arjun announces Rs 25 lakh to kin of stampede victim; boy critical

Allu Arjun announces Rs 25 lakh to kin of stampede victim; boy critical

Rediff.com7 Dec 2024

In a video posted on X, the 42-year-old actor said he wants to assure the grieving family that they are not alone in this painful situation and he will meet the family personally.

The Story Behind Sunny's Fists Of Fury

The Story Behind Sunny's Fists Of Fury

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

The tide has turned for Sunny. He has another actioner in the upcoming Jatt and has reteamed with Rajkumar Santoshi after almost three decades for the Aamir Khan produced Lahore 1947.

Cinema Marte Dum Tak Review: Movie Makers No One Knows

Cinema Marte Dum Tak Review: Movie Makers No One Knows

Rediff.com20 Jan 2023

Vasan Bala's Cinema Marte Dum Tak shines the spotlight on Vinod Talwar, Dilip Gulati, Kishan Shah and J Neelam. All of them are articulate, witty, and expressive -- talking of their passion for films, the rise and fall of their cinema, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Day after Delhi blast, school near explosion site gets hoax bomb threat

Day after Delhi blast, school near explosion site gets hoax bomb threat

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

A private school in Delhi's Rohini received a bomb threat via email on Friday, but it was later declared a hoax after a thorough search of the premises. The threat came just a day after a low-intensity blast took place in Prashant Vihar, near the school. Police are investigating the incident.

And The Most Popular Movie Is...

And The Most Popular Movie Is...

Rediff.com11 Dec 2024

Nag Ashwin's Kalki 2898 AD! Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Heeramandi is number one on OTT.

Cinema Bandi review

Cinema Bandi review

Rediff.com17 May 2021

Cinema Bandi brims in nave optimism, focusing on a rural community's simple, sweet characters using up all their enthusiasm and resources to make a local blockbuster, feels Sukanya Verma.

2024's Must Watch Indian Films

2024's Must Watch Indian Films

Rediff.com26 Dec 2024

Aseem Chhabra picks his top 10 Indian films of 2024, which includes films that have had theatrical releases or are streaming on OTT.

Jadeja picks another Test fifer in trying conditions

Jadeja picks another Test fifer in trying conditions

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

Jadeja's assessment of the track was also an indicator that possibly Ravichandran Ashwin has lost a bit of pace in his deliveries.

'Don't see why he can't succeed in Australia...'

'Don't see why he can't succeed in Australia...'

Rediff.com16 Oct 2024

Kumble said that he does not feel that Jaiswal will change his aggressive approach in Australia, where India has won two back-to-back series.

'I see a bright future for Malayalam cinema'

'I see a bright future for Malayalam cinema'

Rediff.com12 Dec 2021

''We are moving through a challenging period, especially bringing the crowd back to cinemas.'

Pushpa 2 Creates Box Office History!

Pushpa 2 Creates Box Office History!

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

Analysts estimate that Pushpa 2 (in all languages) will become the fastest film to cross the Rs 1,000 crore (Rs 10 billion) mark.

Nayanthara Slams Dhanush; Calls Him 'Vile'

Nayanthara Slams Dhanush; Calls Him 'Vile'

Rediff.com16 Nov 2024

'I have not forgotten all the horrible things that you said about the film that was one of your biggest hits as a producer and a film that is loved by all even today.' 'I learnt through film circles that your ego was supremely hurt after the film became a blockbuster.'

'Pushpa 2' stampede: T'gana CM lambast 'inhuman' Allu Arjun

'Pushpa 2' stampede: T'gana CM lambast 'inhuman' Allu Arjun

Rediff.com21 Dec 2024

Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has criticized Telugu actor Allu Arjun for attending the screening of 'Pushpa-2' despite police permission being denied. Reddy alleges that the actor continued to be present at the cinema hall even after a woman died in a stampede and criticized film personalities for showing more empathy to Allu Arjun after his arrest than to the injured boy involved in the incident. The CM also assured that there will be no special privileges for those involved in such incidents.

Pushpa 2 Trailer: Allu Arjun Ups The Ante

Pushpa 2 Trailer: Allu Arjun Ups The Ante

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

Has anyone played an anti-hero you want to hate but also can't stop watching, asks Mayur Sanap.

After Stree 2, Rajkummar Wants Rs... Cr

After Stree 2, Rajkummar Wants Rs... Cr

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

'Raj is saying no to numerous offers for monetary reasons, and why not?' Stree 2 is perhaps the biggest blockbuster of all times.'

Girls Will Be Girls Review: Must Watch

Girls Will Be Girls Review: Must Watch

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

This is a film that should appear on every year-end 'Best of' list, recommends Mayur Sanap.

Looking At Riddhima's FABULOUS Life

Looking At Riddhima's FABULOUS Life

Rediff.com24 Oct 2024

From the looks of it, she's a chota packet bada dhamaka!

Kareena Looks Simply Magical

Kareena Looks Simply Magical

Rediff.com11 Nov 2024

She does not hesitate when it comes to experimenting with her makeup.

'Kamal Haasan Is An Unreasonable Man'

'Kamal Haasan Is An Unreasonable Man'

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

'Here is a man who's always pushing the envelope regardless of the repercussions.' 'That's the frenzy of a genius at work.'

'Nothing Can Keep Akshay Down'

'Nothing Can Keep Akshay Down'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

'Mohanlal and Akshay are two actors who trust me implicitly.'

'Magic Of Cinema Is Still There, But...'

'Magic Of Cinema Is Still There, But...'

Rediff.com15 Aug 2022

'The young generation doesn't want to work with old hats like me.' 'They don't understand that we are brighter and wiser because of our experience.' 'We can take them on the right path, but they should keep their ears open.'

Will Khushi-Junaid Make A Good Jodi? VOTE!

Will Khushi-Junaid Make A Good Jodi? VOTE!

Rediff.com17 Sep 2024

Khushi Kapoor and Junaid Khan are all set to romance each other in a film to be directed by Lal Singh Chaddha Director Advait Chandan.

'Shyambabu Made You Work Hard But...'

'Shyambabu Made You Work Hard But...'

Rediff.com7 Jan 2025

'Each of us will have a beautiful story to tell about him because he went beyond work and touched our lives. That's a rarity in this industry.'

Look Who Just Met Tom Cruise!

Look Who Just Met Tom Cruise!

Rediff.com13 Nov 2024

Kartik wants to savour Litti Chokha in Patna... Amyra holidays in Phuket... Karishma in Italy...

What Singham Again-Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 Face Off Is About

What Singham Again-Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 Face Off Is About

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

As is always the case with big films, there is no decision on the count of screens allotted to the big releases, Singham Again and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3.

Kamal@70: The Motto He Believes In

Kamal@70: The Motto He Believes In

Rediff.com7 Nov 2024

'Kamal has surfed and navigated a lot of tidal waves, manoeuvring the peaks and troughs, combining rare intelligence and commonly available intuitions to overcome unimaginable crises all his life.' 'There is no looking back at the past, for his only motto has been 'Tomorrow belongs to us'!'

Will Southern Cinema Defeat Bollywood in 2023 Too?

Will Southern Cinema Defeat Bollywood in 2023 Too?

Rediff.com26 Dec 2022

Calendar 2022 will go down as a year when the real star was the Next Big Idea.

Marco Review: Gore Fest

Marco Review: Gore Fest

Rediff.com23 Dec 2024

The action entertainer Marco is a well shot, gnarly bloodfest that packs some lackluster thrills, notes Arjun Menon.

'I Have Done Films For Free'

'I Have Done Films For Free'

Rediff.com27 Aug 2024

'Till my wife called me up one day and said, "Hey, we need food on the table".'

Beleaguered Gambhir gets Shastri backing

Beleaguered Gambhir gets Shastri backing

Rediff.com27 Oct 2024

Gambhir was named India Head Coach in July after the end of Rahul Dravid's tenure.

'Actors Are Asking For The Sun, Moon And Earth'

'Actors Are Asking For The Sun, Moon And Earth'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

'Those movie stars are asking for Rs 35 crore and are opening to Rs 3.5 crore.' 'How's that math working?'