News for 'Dadasaheb Phalke Award'

Mithunda Seeks Sharmila Tagore's Blessing

Mithunda Seeks Sharmila Tagore's Blessing

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

The 70th National Awards saw some beautiful moments on stage and off it.

Karishma Tanna-Varun Bangera Announce Pregnancy

Karishma Tanna-Varun Bangera Announce Pregnancy

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

Karishma Tanna and her husband Varun Bangera have announced they are expecting their first child, set to arrive in August 2026.

Dev Anand to receive Phalke Ratna

Dev Anand to receive Phalke Ratna

Rediff.com7 Apr 2010

Thirty eight associations of the film industry are associated with the Academy and this year the award ceremony will be presented by G V Films Limited, a statement issued in Mumbai on Wednesday said.

Forever Dev!

Forever Dev!

Rediff.com30 Dec 2003

Adoor honoured with Padma award

Adoor honoured with Padma award

Rediff.com21 Mar 2006

President A P J Abdul Kalam presented the awards at a function at the Ashoka Hall of the Rashtrapati Bhavan.\n\n

'I couldn't have hoped for a better birthday present'

'I couldn't have hoped for a better birthday present'

Rediff.com2 Oct 2022

'Der aaye durust aaye, better late than never.'

Manoj Kumar Passes Away At 87

Manoj Kumar Passes Away At 87

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

The actor, affectionately known as 'Bharat Kumar' for his portrayal of patriotic roles in numerous films, breathed his last at 4:03 am at the Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital in Mumbai.

Manoj Kumar's Son: 'He Was Unwell For A Long Time'

Manoj Kumar's Son: 'He Was Unwell For A Long Time'

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

'He has overcome everything with great intensity.'

Deepika, Vicky win big

Deepika, Vicky win big

Rediff.com21 Feb 2019

'Smiling, looking at the fruits in hand and the roots underneath my feet...'

Bigg Boss contestants win big

Bigg Boss contestants win big

Rediff.com21 Apr 2018

Jennifer mingles with Lopamudra at an awards function.

The Mohanlal No One Knows

The Mohanlal No One Knows

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

'I always say that if Mohanlal was not there, Priyadarshan would not have been there.'

Priyanka, Dharmendra among Phalke awardees

Priyanka, Dharmendra among Phalke awardees

Rediff.com4 May 2011

Here's what your favourite celebrities have been up to.

'Pathaan needs to be released without any hindrance'

'Pathaan needs to be released without any hindrance'

Rediff.com6 Jan 2023

'You don't want to see the film, don't see it. I want to see the film. Why are you stopping me?' asks Dadasaheb Phalke Award winner Asha Parekh.

Does Tamannaah Look Like Jayashree? VOTE

Does Tamannaah Look Like Jayashree? VOTE

Rediff.com10 Dec 2025

V Shantaram is a historical biographical drama that honours the life, spirit and cinematic uprising of one of India's most visionary storytellers.

National Film Awards named after Indira Gandhi, Nargis renamed

National Film Awards named after Indira Gandhi, Nargis renamed

Rediff.com14 Feb 2024

The 'Indira Gandhi award for best debut film' and the 'Nargis Dutt award for best feature film on national integration' have been retitled with the names of the late prime minister and legendary actor being dropped as part of a raft of changes for the National Film Awards, according to a notification.

GDN To Dada: 10 Coming Biopics That Have Our Attention

GDN To Dada: 10 Coming Biopics That Have Our Attention

Rediff.com16 Jul 2026

From Dr A P J Abdul Kalam to Sourav Ganguly, these coming biopics are bringing some of India's most fascinating lives to the big screen.

How Much Was Madhuri's Dhak Dhak Outfit Sold For?

How Much Was Madhuri's Dhak Dhak Outfit Sold For?

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

'Why don't I organise an auction of cinematic memorabilia?' recalls Dinesh Raheja. 'There are sure to be legions of film buffs who will cherish the chance to own souvenirs intimately associated with their favourite stars onscreen.'

Filmmaker K Balachander passes away

Filmmaker K Balachander passes away

Rediff.com23 Dec 2014

Eminent filmmaker and Dadasaheb Phalke Award winner K Balachander died in Chennai on Tuesday at a private hospital after prolonged illness.

Gulzar unveils Ghalib and Gulzar

Gulzar unveils Ghalib and Gulzar

Rediff.com4 Feb 2015

The launch took place at the Mumbai Press Club.

National awards 2015: 'Kangna you are a Queen!'

National awards 2015: 'Kangna you are a Queen!'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2015

A look at the top tweets from your Bollywood celebrities.

'Sanju Mohanlal Samson' Goes Viral

'Sanju Mohanlal Samson' Goes Viral

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

'I can't come in and say, "I only can do the hero role." I need to be a villain. I need to be a joker. I need to play around".'

Legendary film-maker Mrinal Sen passes into the ages

Legendary film-maker Mrinal Sen passes into the ages

Rediff.com30 Dec 2018

'Mrinal jethu gave a new perspective to Indian Cinema.'

'Soumitra Chatterjee has given his life to films'

'Soumitra Chatterjee has given his life to films'

Rediff.com28 Mar 2012

Kahaani director Sujoy Ghosh tells us why he's inspired by veteran actor Soumitra Chatterjee.

FIR against Mithun Chakraborty for 'provocative' speech

FIR against Mithun Chakraborty for 'provocative' speech

Rediff.com6 Nov 2024

While speaking at the programme at the EZCC, Chakraborty said, "In 2026, the masnad will be ours, and we will do everything to achieve the goal."

The Last Days Of Raj Kapoor

The Last Days Of Raj Kapoor

Rediff.com18 Dec 2024

Exactly a month before he passed away on June 2, 1988, Raj Kapoor was given the prestigious Dadasahed Phalke by the then President of India, Ramaswamy Venkataraman.

'Soumitrada overshadowed Uttam Kumar in Jhinder Bondi'

'Soumitrada overshadowed Uttam Kumar in Jhinder Bondi'

Rediff.com29 Mar 2012

Kahaani actor Parambrata Chatterjee praises Soumitra Chatterjee, who has been awarded the Dadasaheb Phalke award.

'Soumitra Chatterjee has shown all of us the way'

'Soumitra Chatterjee has shown all of us the way'

Rediff.com26 Mar 2012

Sabyasachi Chakrabarty describes the latest Phalke Award winner an inspiration to many people in cinema.

Your favourite Soumitra Chatterjee movie? Write in!

Your favourite Soumitra Chatterjee movie? Write in!

Rediff.com22 Mar 2012

Here's celebrating the veteran Bengali actor.

'Legends never die'

'Legends never die'

Rediff.com16 Nov 2020

'Kolkata mourns its fav son.'

National Awards: 'Wanted A Good Picture To Hang At Home'

National Awards: 'Wanted A Good Picture To Hang At Home'

Rediff.com25 Sep 2025

'Winning awards, everything, I don't think you can plan all these things. You don't go out there wanting to make a film saying, 'this film will win an award'. You can't do art with that intent.'

Soumitra Chatterjee: Feel happy that my work's recognised

Soumitra Chatterjee: Feel happy that my work's recognised

Rediff.com22 Mar 2012

The legendary actor talks about the latest award to be conferred upon him, the Dadasaheb Phalke award.

'I was influenced by Soumitrada when I wrote Parineeta'

'I was influenced by Soumitrada when I wrote Parineeta'

Rediff.com30 Mar 2012

Pradeep Sarkar praises Soumitra Chatterjee.

That Wonder Woman Called Waheeda Rehman

That Wonder Woman Called Waheeda Rehman

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

The luminous Waheeda Rehman will be honoured with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award this year,

Tribute: 92 Facts You Didn't Know About Pran

Tribute: 92 Facts You Didn't Know About Pran

Rediff.com12 Jul 2013

As a tribute to Dada Saheb Phalke Award winning legendary actor Pran, who passed away in a Mumbai hospital on Friday evening at the age of 93, we reproduce a special series on the life and times of the incredible actor published in April, 2012.

Special Series: Getting to know Pran

Special Series: Getting to know Pran

Rediff.com12 Jul 2013

In the first part of a month-long series, we reveal a fascinating part of the legendary actor, Pran.

Music doyen Bhupen Hazarika dead

Music doyen Bhupen Hazarika dead

Rediff.com5 Nov 2011

Legendary singer-composer Bhupen Hazarika, who wove a magical tapestry out of traditional Assamese music and lyrics, died in Mumbai on Satuday following a prolonged illness.

Is Sonam missing the Kapoor charm?

Is Sonam missing the Kapoor charm?

Rediff.com19 Sep 2011

The young actress is not as endearing as her father, grandfather.

Rajinikanth returns home after surgery

Rajinikanth returns home after surgery

Rediff.com2 Nov 2021

Rajinikanth was welcomed home by his family after he returned from hospital, where he had been admitted for about four days.

Look, Who Modi Met

Look, Who Modi Met

Rediff.com28 Oct 2021

Their armies of acolytes, fans and supporters believe that both men are supermen, blessed with almost magical ability.