Five outsiders with zero connections in the film industry and no money made their mark despite nepotism ruling the roost.
Ranbir Kapoor's larger-than-life daku depiction in and as Shamshera is old school at its spectacular best. While we wait to watch the actor in one of the most raw, rough and rustic outings of his career, here's Sukanya Verma's list of 25 daku roles we love, ranked in an ascending order.
To mark World Whiskey Day, a toast to its memorable imagery in Hindi films.
Filmmaker J Om Prakash passed into the ages on Wednesday morning. He was 92.
A summary of the Ranji Trophy matches played on Wednesday.
The arrival of the June-September rains has been delayed.
Hindi cinema has completed a grand century and we can't help but marvel at all it has to offer. From a breathtaking collection of films to a range of versatile actors. We ask you, Dear Readers, to tell us who you think are the Best Bollywood Actors and Actresses of all times.
We celebrate Independence Day with this special feature, published on Rediff.com in January 2013.
Tikait said the minister's son was seen by many people at the spot on the fateful day.
A man was shot dead in police firing in Telangana's Secunderabad, trains went up in flames, and public and private vehicles attacked, as railway stations and highways turned into battleground in many states on Friday amid burgeoning protests against Agnipath, the contentious defence recruitment scheme.
The plea claimed that Singh was arrested from Rajasthan and brought to Delhi on December 17, 2012, and was not present in the city on December 16, when the crime took place.
The first month of 2021 has not had any notable releases but January usually starts on a blockbuster note.
Sukanya Verma gives 10 ways our stars engaged in them.
Economy has become a major cause of concern for the new government with GDP dropping to 5.8 per cent in the last quarter of the 2018-19.
The new Council of Ministers comprises of 25 Cabinet ministers, nine Ministers of State (Independent Charge) and 24 Ministers of State (MoSes).
In a special series, we will put YOU to the test everyday!
Among Hindi cinema's leading men of the last century, Sunil Dutt, who passed away 16 years ago on May 25, did not hesitate in doing women-oriented films which addressed the issues of their upliftment, empowerment and equality.
'When Gabbar Singh says 'Kitne aadmi they,' visitors can deliver the dialogue that follows: 'Do sarkar.'' The Sholay magic might just come alive in this 3D virtual reality village.
'His relationship with Sridevi was not meant to work out, especially since both of them were ambitious, driven and passionate.'
'That is why he has come so far and achieved so much.' 'Nicety and hard work never fails.'
Petrol and diesel prices on Thursday climbed to fresh highs in the country as rates were hiked by the most in recent times, even as fuel retailers said the government can cut taxes to ease consumer burden. Petrol and diesel price was hiked by 35 paise per litre each after a gap of a week, according to price notification of state-owned fuel retailers. The increase took petrol prices to a fresh high of Rs 86.65 a litre in Delhi and to Rs 93.20 in Mumbai.
Launching a veiled attack on Rashtriya Janata Dal chief Lalu Prasad, who he did not mention by name, Modi said Bihar has come out of an era when rail, road and internet connectivity were made light of and people used to say of what use roads are for those who walk on their feet.
India on Wednesday hit out at tweets by global celebrities such as singer Rihanna and climate activist Greta Thunberg in support of the farmers' protests, the focus of a sharply polarised international debate that saw many Bollywood stars and top ministers rally around the government in its pushback.
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'We brought melody back to Hindi cinema and our songs which came straight from the heart, be it Papa Kehte Hain, Aye Mere Humsafar, Ghazab Ka Hai Din or Akele Hain To Kya Gham Hai, resonates even today.'
The BJP needs to revisit its strategy ahead of the forthcoming Haryana and Maharashtra assembly elections, says Dharmendra Kumar Singh
Sukanya Verma looks at notable troikas in Bollywood's catalog of three hero vehicles.
Several members of the film industry turned up to support Karim Morani, whose mother passed away.
Petroleum Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's wish to levy indirect tax on petrol unlikely to be taken up
The greatest films on the kotha culture are the ones with the best poetry and music.
Trade analyst Vinod Mirani gives the box office verdict for the week.
The focus is not only on governance but also to ensure that the BJP's political considerations are taken care of.
Sukanya Verma lists the memorable use of trees in Hindi movies.
The hits and misses of the week.
'The source of our music, the very notes of music itself have fallen silent.'
Kumkum, who featured in some of the most memorable songs in Hindi cinema, passed away on Tuesday. She was 86.
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