News for 'Film Director'

Woman Famous from Kumbh Mela Accuses Director of Misconduct

Woman Famous from Kumbh Mela Accuses Director of Misconduct

Rediff.com24 Mar 2026

A young woman who gained fame during the Prayagraj Kumbh Mela has accused a film director of misbehaving with minor girls and claims she and her husband are receiving death threats.

Pradhama Drishtiya Kuttakkar Review: Gripping Cop Drama

Pradhama Drishtiya Kuttakkar Review: Gripping Cop Drama

Rediff.com7 days ago

Pradhama Drishtiya Kuttakkar is a gripping cat-and-mouse game that benefits from smart writing.

'Kangana Ranaut Doesn't Express View Of The Entire Country'

'Kangana Ranaut Doesn't Express View Of The Entire Country'

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

'The first thing is to make an approximate calculation about how many people are actually offended by the content and then only move forward with a decision.'

'Sowcar Janaki Was An Absolute Legend'

'Sowcar Janaki Was An Absolute Legend'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2026

'She was always thinking of how to improve the scene and how to do better in each shot. Even at that age her passion and commitment was so inspiring.'

Dulquer Salmaan's 10 Best Malayalam Movies

Dulquer Salmaan's 10 Best Malayalam Movies

Rediff.com2 Sep 2026

From Ustad Hotel to Salute, these Dulquer Salmaan Malayalam films prove why his homecoming with I'm Game is worth celebrating.

Dilip Kumar To Shah Rukh Khan: Indians Who Refused Iconic Hollywood Films

Dilip Kumar To Shah Rukh Khan: Indians Who Refused Iconic Hollywood Films

Rediff.com21 Jul 2026

From Fahadh Faasil and Dilip Kumar to Sridevi and Shah Rukh Khan, a look at Indian actors who reportedly came close to starring in iconic Hollywood blockbusters but ultimately missed out.

I'm Game Review: Squanders Killer Premise

I'm Game Review: Squanders Killer Premise

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

I'm Game starts with a wickedly fun possessed-hand premise and plenty of style, only to lose its grip in a predictable second half.

Taapsee In Gandhari Mode: 'What Does It Mean To Lose Your Child?'

Taapsee In Gandhari Mode: 'What Does It Mean To Lose Your Child?'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

'When her child is in danger, I don't think a mother has any boundaries in her mind.'

Yash's Toxic Is Flawed Yet Admirable

Yash's Toxic Is Flawed Yet Admirable

Rediff.com29 Aug 2026

Dismissing Toxic as merely a style-over-substance gangster drama would be missing what makes it unusual, notes Mayur Sanap.

Kartik Aaryan Hospitalised, To Undergo Knee Surgery

Kartik Aaryan Hospitalised, To Undergo Knee Surgery

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

Kartik Aaryan has sustained a severe knee injury during an intense action sequence for his upcoming sports drama, leading to immediate surgery and a temporary halt in film production.

5 Reasons Why Toxic Is A 'Tabaahi' Of Our Expectations

5 Reasons Why Toxic Is A 'Tabaahi' Of Our Expectations

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Toxic looks spectacular, but beneath its glossy, brutally violent exterior lies a hollow, confused film that mistakes style and swagger for substance, observes Sreeju Sudhakaran.

The Prince And The Driver

The Prince And The Driver

Rediff.com6 days ago

A Kishore Kumar song, a birthday cake, a prince's break from protocol to thank his driver, a Persian painting on the ceiling of the presidential residence -- the BRICS Summit had many memorable moments.

'Salman Makes A Scene Memorable'

'Salman Makes A Scene Memorable'

Rediff.com24 Aug 2026

'Even if it's just a short moment, he creates something that is pure cinema.'

From Ramayana to King: 20 Most Anticipated Indian Films Of 2026

From Ramayana to King: 20 Most Anticipated Indian Films Of 2026

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

From Ramayana Part 1 and Alpha to King and Toxic, here's why the next six months could be one of Indian cinema's most exciting line-ups in years.

Kareena In Daayra: 'She Is A Cop Who Wears Lipstick'

Kareena In Daayra: 'She Is A Cop Who Wears Lipstick'

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

'Ever since I have become a mother, I have become a better actor.'

Mukesh Never Failed His Songs

Mukesh Never Failed His Songs

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

'No one could match him in tragic songs.'

Baby Do Die Do Review: Huma Qureshi's Film Doesn't Do Enough

Baby Do Die Do Review: Huma Qureshi's Film Doesn't Do Enough

Rediff.com3 Jul 2026

Baby Do Die Do struggles to find its footing as it moves from one contrived twist to another, observes Mayur Sanap.

Lust Stories 3 Review: Funny, Fizzy, Frivolous

Lust Stories 3 Review: Funny, Fizzy, Frivolous

Rediff.com4 days ago

Lust Stories 3 continues its tradition of offering attractively-wrapped pieces of provocation in a box. Only this time, it doesn't dwell too deep into the emotions of sex and enjoys it for what it is, discovers Sukanya Verma.

Toxic Sells 9 Lakh Advance Tickets!

Toxic Sells 9 Lakh Advance Tickets!

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

Toxic has amassed a staggering Rs 41.75 crore in advance sales in India alone.

Haiwaan Trailer: Akshay Kumar Goes Psycho

Haiwaan Trailer: Akshay Kumar Goes Psycho

Rediff.com25 Aug 2026

Akshay Kumar and Saif Ali Khan reunite in Priyadarshan's dark thriller Haiwaan where Kumar portrays a psychopathic villain and Khan a visually impaired hero.

Don't Be Shy, Unscramble This Jigsaw Puzzle!

Don't Be Shy, Unscramble This Jigsaw Puzzle!

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

Have a blast with Don't Be Shy!, one puzzling piece at a time!

Review: Immortal Has Fangs, But Needed More Bite

Review: Immortal Has Fangs, But Needed More Bite

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

Immortal has a seductive premise and good performances, but this vampire tale could have used a lot more bite.

'Modi Played A Lot Of Cricket'

'Modi Played A Lot Of Cricket'

Rediff.com4 days ago

'Modi had his own cricket team in his school days. He was a good cricketer.'

Court Grants Police Custody of Director Ranjith in Harassment Case

Court Grants Police Custody of Director Ranjith in Harassment Case

Rediff.com4 Apr 2026

A court in Kochi has granted three-day police custody of director Ranjith, who was arrested following allegations of sexual harassment on a film set. The court will consider his bail plea later.

Ranveer Singh's Pralay: Zombies In Post-Pandemic Mumbai

Ranveer Singh's Pralay: Zombies In Post-Pandemic Mumbai

Rediff.com17 Aug 2026

Ranveer Singh has begun shooting the post-apocalyptic zombie thriller Pralay in Mumbai. It will mark Malayalam actress Kalyani Priyadarshan's Bollywood debut.

Aruna Irani Breaks Down At Husband Kuku Kohli's Funeral

Aruna Irani Breaks Down At Husband Kuku Kohli's Funeral

Rediff.com26 Aug 2026

Avtar 'Kuku' Kohli, a notable figure in Hindi cinema, passed away on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, following a heart attack.

Taapsee Pannu's Gandhari Gets A Release Date

Taapsee Pannu's Gandhari Gets A Release Date

Rediff.com22 Aug 2026

Taapsee Pannu takes on a physically demanding role in Gandhari, an emotionally charged action-thriller about a mother's love and resilience, set to premiere globally on Netflix on September 3.

Big Wins, Selfies, Tears And Kisses At The Emmys

Big Wins, Selfies, Tears And Kisses At The Emmys

Rediff.com7 days ago

The 78th Primetime Emmy Awards celebrated the year's top television achievements, creating unforgettable moments.

Amitabh Bachchan: I Used To Get Scolded A Lot

Amitabh Bachchan: I Used To Get Scolded A Lot

Rediff.com19 Aug 2026

Amitabh Bachchan recently shared candid recollections of the rejections and scoldings he endured from directors during his formative years in the film industry.

Ranbir To Attend Ramayana Launch Despite Conjunctivitis

Ranbir To Attend Ramayana Launch Despite Conjunctivitis

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

Despite contracting conjunctivitis, Ranbir Kapoor is set to attend the grand trailer launch of Ramayana: Pratham Sankalp in New Delhi, marking the beginning of promotions for the highly anticipated two-part epic.

Siddharth: 'I've Never Played A Fighter Pilot Before'

Siddharth: 'I've Never Played A Fighter Pilot Before'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2026

'I don't need to wait for work to find me. I can find stories that excite me and make them myself.'

Actress Claims Director Abused Her, Fears for Her Life

Actress Claims Director Abused Her, Fears for Her Life

Rediff.com25 Mar 2026

A young Indian actress has publicly accused a film director of abuse and claims she and her husband are receiving death threats. She is seeking protection from the central and state governments.

Operation Safed Sagar Brings IAF's Kargil Story Alive For Gen Z

Operation Safed Sagar Brings IAF's Kargil Story Alive For Gen Z

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

If an OTT series can make a young person curious about the armed forces, make a family understand the sacrifices made by those in uniform, or simply make someone walk up to a veteran and say, "Thank you for your service," then it has achieved something far more important than merely getting its history right, notes Air Commodore Nitin Sathe (retd).

Will Cocktail 2 Be Better Than Cocktail?: Ranking Homi Adajania's Films

Will Cocktail 2 Be Better Than Cocktail?: Ranking Homi Adajania's Films

Rediff.com16 Jun 2026

As Cocktail 2 approaches, we take a look at Director Homi Adajania's slim but fascinating filmography.

Director Claims Actress's Marriage is 'Love Jihad', Seeks Intervention

Director Claims Actress's Marriage is 'Love Jihad', Seeks Intervention

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Film director Sanoj Mishra has alleged that the marriage of actress Monalisa Bhonsle to a Muslim man is a case of 'love jihad' and plans to take the matter to the Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister.

Emraan Hashmi's 10 Biggest Earners

Emraan Hashmi's 10 Biggest Earners

Rediff.com18 Aug 2026

Emraan Hashmi is experiencing a massive career resurgence with Awarapan 2 set to become his highest-grossing film.

What Made The Toxic Trailer Launch So Different

What Made The Toxic Trailer Launch So Different

Rediff.com10 Aug 2026

The Toxic trailer seems to be deliberately ambiguous. It throws period drama, gangster wars, family conflict, violence, romance, and something fantastical into the same pot. At times, it feels as if I am watching several films fighting for space inside one trailer.

Ananya Panday Looks Like A Marathi Mulgi

Ananya Panday Looks Like A Marathi Mulgi

Rediff.com8 Aug 2026

Bollywood joined their counterparts in Marathi cinema and cheered them on, at the Filmfare Awards Marathi 2026, held in Mumbai.

Actor Tim Curry Dies At 80: 'He Was A Force'

Actor Tim Curry Dies At 80: 'He Was A Force'

Rediff.com27 Aug 2026

Tim Curry, celebrated for his unforgettable performances in The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Clue, and Annie, has passed away at 80, prompting an outpouring of tributes from Hollywood and fans worldwide.

Bethlehem Kudumba Unit Review: Delightful Romcom

Bethlehem Kudumba Unit Review: Delightful Romcom

Rediff.com21 Aug 2026

Bethlehem Kudumba Unit offers a delightful and charming cinematic experience, blending trademark humour with a sweet, unconventional love story, gushes Sreeju Sudhakaran.