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Pix: Hina Khan smoulders in an off shoulder choli

Pix: Hina Khan smoulders in an off shoulder choli

Rediff.com25 Mar 2019

The television actor rocked the ramp in a contemporary lehenga.

When I Met India's First Miss World

When I Met India's First Miss World

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

Miss World 2024 will be crowned in India soon. Long before Aishwarya Rai and Priyanka Chopra, Yukta Mukhey and Diana Hayden, a beautiful woman from Bombay was crowned Miss World. In 1966. Reita Faria was India's first Miss World. Vaihayasi Pande Daniel/ Rediff.com met the 80 year old in Dublin recently, still as elegant, still as attractive as she was all those years ago.

Narendra Dabholkar murder: 2 accused convicted, 3 acquitted

Narendra Dabholkar murder: 2 accused convicted, 3 acquitted

Rediff.com10 May 2024

Dabholkar (67), an anti-superstition crusader, was shot dead while on a morning walk on Omkareshwar Bridge here on August 20, 2013.

Rafuchakkar's Aksha At Her Steamiest

Rafuchakkar's Aksha At Her Steamiest

Rediff.com17 Jul 2023

Her swag will floor you.

'What Still Resonates Is That Voice'

'What Still Resonates Is That Voice'

Rediff.com28 Feb 2024

'How many voices from that time have stood the test of time?' 'There have been RJs before him and after him, but no one has enjoyed his popularity and longevity.'

Body massager can't be used as sex toy: HC raps Customs dept

Body massager can't be used as sex toy: HC raps Customs dept

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

The Commissioner of Customs had confiscated the goods claiming that the body massagers could be used as adult sex toys and such items are prohibited for import.

UNESCO Nominated: 12 Amazing Forts

UNESCO Nominated: 12 Amazing Forts

Rediff.com7 Feb 2024

Know the forts India has nominated to the UNESCO World Heritage list.

Urvashi Rautela dazzles as a bride on the ramp

Urvashi Rautela dazzles as a bride on the ramp

Rediff.com16 Mar 2020

Rashami Desai, Urvashi Rautel and Vishal Singh walked the ramp for designer Rohit Verma whose collection was inspired by sindur khela, a Bengali tradition.

Why Karisma Kapoor Is A Golden Girl

Why Karisma Kapoor Is A Golden Girl

Rediff.com25 Jun 2024

On her 50th birthday on June 25, Sukanya Verma celebrates some of her most significant works.

'My face is my greatest USP'

'My face is my greatest USP'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2024

'My tool is the way I look. This is the only thing that distinguishes me.' 'Most of us dress similarly. What sets you apart is your face. If you change that also, you're like anybody else.'

Events That Changed Indian Cricket Forever

Events That Changed Indian Cricket Forever

Rediff.com7 Dec 2023

Would there have been an incomparable batsman named Sachin Tendulkar had Doordarshan not telecast Guide one summer afternoon? A fascinating excerpt from Abhishek Mukherjee and Joy Bhattacharjya's must-read book, The Great Indian Cricket Circus.

'Katrina was very much against doing a Tamil version'

'Katrina was very much against doing a Tamil version'

Rediff.com16 Jan 2024

'It would have made (Producer) Ramesh Taurani very happy if I taken two Bombay stars, but the reason why I kept mentally rejecting the regular sort of casting was to discover this excitement, you know, can I crack it?'

What's Urvashi doing with singer Guru Randhawa?

What's Urvashi doing with singer Guru Randhawa?

Rediff.com17 Oct 2018

The duo strode the ramp together at the Bombay Times Fashion Week.

IIT student's death: SIT recovers cutter used by accused to 'threaten' victim

IIT student's death: SIT recovers cutter used by accused to 'threaten' victim

Rediff.com13 Apr 2023

Khatri is being interrogated to know the exact reason behind his dispute with Solanki, he said.

'I'm The OG Pan India Superstar!'

'I'm The OG Pan India Superstar!'

Rediff.com8 May 2024

'I am always rocking.' 'I am a rockstar.' 'That's the way the world will always see me.'

Bazaar Tales, Wedding Feast

Bazaar Tales, Wedding Feast

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

Do you know how to buy the best lady's fingers? Or choose the best cauliflower?

'Won't Allow Severe Cuts, It Will Destroy The Film'

'Won't Allow Severe Cuts, It Will Destroy The Film'

Rediff.com28 May 2024

'The chances of The Shameless passing through the censorship board in India are slim to none.'

Who's The Boy With Kajol, Rani?

Who's The Boy With Kajol, Rani?

Rediff.com3 Oct 2022

Like they do every year, Kajol and sister Tanishaa Mukerji were present at the Durga Puja celebrations at the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Puja in Juhu, north west Mumbai.

The Common Man Who Became A Star

The Common Man Who Became A Star

Rediff.com12 Jun 2023

'A lot of actors auditioned for Wagle Ki Duniya, but R K Laxman rejected them all.' 'He was the decision-maker, as the serial was based on his Common Man.' 'He wanted a natural, who looked like a common man.'

Leo Varadkar, The PM Who Likes Jalebis

Leo Varadkar, The PM Who Likes Jalebis

Rediff.com5 Apr 2024

'When my father travelled 5,000 miles to build a new home in Ireland, I doubt he ever dreamed that his son would one day grow up to become its leader.' Vaihayasi Pande Daniel/Rediff.com profiles Dr Leo Varadkar who will step down as Ireland's taoiseach (prime minister) next week.

Aditi Sings Ang Laga De, Noodle Sa Dil

Aditi Sings Ang Laga De, Noodle Sa Dil

Rediff.com7 Mar 2024

'There must have been some wonderful genetic disorder due to which I was attracted towards filmi songs.'

Kartik-Kriti's Day Out At The Taj Mahal

Kartik-Kriti's Day Out At The Taj Mahal

Rediff.com7 Feb 2023

Priyanka's day out with Malti... Neha relaxes in Dubai... Sharmila enjoys an exhibition...

'Deep down, he remained Dharamdev Anand'

'Deep down, he remained Dharamdev Anand'

Rediff.com22 Sep 2023

'A simple boy from Gurdaspur, whom I caught glimpses of when he was sitting alone in his penthouse, reflecting on life and how far he had come.'

Memories Of Railway Puri and Alu Curry

Memories Of Railway Puri and Alu Curry

Rediff.com31 Jan 2024

There's nothing more satisfying than a meal of freshly fried puris served with a spicy raseela potato preparation.

'My performance reminded people of Amrish Puri'

'My performance reminded people of Amrish Puri'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2024

'Coming out of a burning building with a machine gun in your hand, that is badass because you don't get to do that in real life.'

IIT-Bombay and Washington University launch joint MBA programme

IIT-Bombay and Washington University launch joint MBA programme

Rediff.com5 May 2015

This is the first time the American University has entered into an academic partnership with an Indian institute.

Elgar: SC notes long detention, delay in charges, grants bail to activist

Elgar: SC notes long detention, delay in charges, grants bail to activist

Rediff.com5 Apr 2024

In a relief to academic-activist Shoma Kanti Sen, arrested in June 2018 in connection with the Elgar Parishad-Maoist links case, the Supreme Court on Friday granted her bail while taking cognisance of the "composite effect" of the delay in framing charges coupled with her prolonged detention.

Swara-Fahad's Exquisite Walima Look

Swara-Fahad's Exquisite Walima Look

Rediff.com22 Mar 2023

Swara had yet another wedding reception at Fahad's hometown Bareilly, on March 19.

Who Will Take Over The Godrej Empires?

Who Will Take Over The Godrej Empires?

Rediff.com6 May 2024

Pirojsha Godrej, 43, patriarch Adi Godrej's son, is set to take over as chairman of the Godrej Industries Group from 2026 whol Nyrika Holkar, Smita Godrej Crishna's 42-year-old daughter, has emerged as the face of the Godrej Enterprises Group.

Surprise! Rannvijay just danced on the ramp

Surprise! Rannvijay just danced on the ramp

Rediff.com21 Oct 2019

Rannvijay Singh and Ananya Birla showed off their cool dance moves as they flaunted their label.

When An Old Friend Passes Away...

When An Old Friend Passes Away...

Rediff.com12 Feb 2024

There will be work today, there will be work tomorrow, there will be work the day after, but nothing will make up for the eternal regret of not seeing a friend when he was dying.

Why Birthdays Are Special For Saira Banu

Why Birthdays Are Special For Saira Banu

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

Saira Banu turned nostalgic on her 79th birthday on August 23.

'We View Wildlife As A Threat'

'We View Wildlife As A Threat'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2024

'We need to understand and respect wildlife behaviour.'

Revealed! Varun, Sid's Steamy Affairs

Revealed! Varun, Sid's Steamy Affairs

Rediff.com23 Nov 2023

Sidharth Malhotra and Varun Dhawan both dated women from the costume department on My Name is Khan.

The Star-Maker You Didn't Know About

The Star-Maker You Didn't Know About

Rediff.com26 Sep 2023

Prayag Raj, who was so successful at his peak, ought not to have slid into oblivion, observes Deepa Gahlot.

IIT-Bombay student bags Rs 2 crore package from Facebook

IIT-Bombay student bags Rs 2 crore package from Facebook

Rediff.com9 Dec 2014

An IIT-Bombay student has claimed to have received a job offer of Rs 2 crore (Rs 20 million) from the social networking site Facebook.

'The only way not to get rejected is...'

'The only way not to get rejected is...'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

'All the parts that I have played till now, I have got them only through auditions.' 'I auditioned my a** off.'

Dia Is The Boss-Lady

Dia Is The Boss-Lady

Rediff.com27 Apr 2023

Dia suits up.

'I value my time living in this planet'

'I value my time living in this planet'

Rediff.com16 Aug 2023

'The best lessons are learned during setbacks.'

'Directors Weren't Noticing Me'

'Directors Weren't Noticing Me'

Rediff.com22 May 2024

'Money was pouring in after Movers & Shakers. At the turn of the millennium, I was voted one of the top 10 Mumbaikars. People joked that even when they switched off their TV sets, I was there! I would ask God if he was compensating me for the loss of Ayush, the greatest tragedy of my life.'