News for 'Film and Television'

Rajputs target Farhan Akhtar for his film produced by Ekta Kapoor

Rajputs target Farhan Akhtar for his film produced by Ekta Kapoor

Rediff.com2 Feb 2014

Bollywood actor Farhan Akhtar was in for an unpleasant surprise when he flagged off the fifth edition of Jaipur Marathon in which over 50,000 participants took part.

What Makes Kantara And Brahmastra The 'Chosen Ones'

What Makes Kantara And Brahmastra The 'Chosen Ones'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2022

As much as we enjoy and write reams and reams about our amazement at the Kantara climax, 30 years on from now, will we remember these portions more fondly or the ones where Shiva is simply hanging out with his friends, mulls Rohit Sathish Nair.

How to make a film when your brother is Imtiaz Ali

How to make a film when your brother is Imtiaz Ali

Rediff.com6 Sep 2018

'When he saw a few unedited scenes, he blasted me.' 'I was completely destroyed that night.' 'But when he saw it the second time, he said it was not that bad.' 'Now that he has seen the entire film, he is satisfied.'

'I won't make a typical Bollywood film'

'I won't make a typical Bollywood film'

Rediff.com23 Sep 2015

National award winner Chaitanya Tamhane tells us the story behind his film, Court.

Watched These Vikram Gokhale Movies?

Watched These Vikram Gokhale Movies?

Rediff.com28 Nov 2022

An actor of remarkable presence and gravitas, Vikram Gokhale's dramatic eloquence and cocksure authority sparkled every time he had to call on someone's bluff or leave them too tongue-tied to beat around the bush. Often though, his cold, composed stare was enough to put a dolt in place.

'Everything was perfect about Tandav'

'Everything was perfect about Tandav'

Rediff.com21 Jan 2021

'I haven't done TV in quite some time now but I have faced this bias.' 'It's not that I feel unwelcome.' 'It's just that when it comes to certain things, I get shortlisted and they tell me that my test was really good but the producer wants a film face.'

KJo's film to have a safe release, Govt assures support

KJo's film to have a safe release, Govt assures support

Rediff.com20 Oct 2016

Ae Dil Hai Mushkil has been been embroiled in a ugly controversy as it stars Pakistani actor Fawad Khan.

Kannada Cinema To Mourn Puneeth Today

Kannada Cinema To Mourn Puneeth Today

Rediff.com16 Nov 2021

On November 16, the Karnataka Film Chamber of Commerce will celebrate Puneeth Namana -- a three-hour prayer meeting, which will be attended by the who's who of the Karnataka film industry and politics.

Salman-Arbaaz Party With...

Salman-Arbaaz Party With...

Rediff.com29 Aug 2022

When Applause Entertainment completed five years, the makers invited everyone over for a grand party.

Film and TV industry to touch Rs 60k cr in 5 yrs

Film and TV industry to touch Rs 60k cr in 5 yrs

Rediff.com19 Mar 2010

The Indian film and television industry is expected to reach a size of over Rs 600 billion (Rs 60,000 crore) in the next five years

'Ek Khiladi is not a rip-off'

'Ek Khiladi is not a rip-off'

Rediff.com22 Nov 2005

Director Suparn Verma defends his debut film.

Why Nushrratt Is So Thrilled!

Why Nushrratt Is So Thrilled!

Rediff.com25 Aug 2022

Farhan's work-life balance... What Pooja's missing... Kalki goes swimming...

'Why was the police car not taken up to the hospital doorstep?

'Why was the police car not taken up to the hospital doorstep?

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

'Where was the armed police?' 'Did you see armed constables around him?' 'There was deep negligence by the UP police and this was a deep conspiracy.'

The Memorable Chapters of Satish Kaushik's Career

The Memorable Chapters of Satish Kaushik's Career

Rediff.com10 Mar 2023

The news of his passing is sad and sudden but the body of work he leaves behind will neither fade nor be forgotten.

'Bigg Boss plays with your mind is incredible'

'Bigg Boss plays with your mind is incredible'

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

'Pooja Bhatt is definitely going to lift that trophy.'

Review: The Big Sick is a heartwarming film

Review: The Big Sick is a heartwarming film

Rediff.com30 Jun 2017

The Big Sick is packed with delicious details, moments and scenes that makes the film stand apart as a smart rom-com, says Aseem Chhabra.

Ravish Kumar's Lonely Journey

Ravish Kumar's Lonely Journey

Rediff.com14 Oct 2022

'We didn't know where the story was going. But I knew I was telling the story of an extremely lonely journalist.'

'I kept thinking I would get fired'

'I kept thinking I would get fired'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

'After 10 days, Balki, Sunny Deol and Pooja Bhatt liked what I did, and the tension eased.' 'I started calming down a little bit. but nobody knew that in my head a tandav was going on.'

PIX: Shruti Haasan, Gulshan Grover watch film

PIX: Shruti Haasan, Gulshan Grover watch film

Rediff.com8 Jun 2017

Movie and television stars attended the Behen Hogi Teri screening.

Showbiz worth? Rs 58,800 crore!

Showbiz worth? Rs 58,800 crore!

Rediff.com17 Mar 2005

Celebration In Colombo As Ranil Wins

Celebration In Colombo As Ranil Wins

Rediff.com20 Jul 2022

This is the first time in 44 years that Sri Lanka's parliament has directly elected a president.

Elvis Review

Elvis Review

Rediff.com24 Jun 2022

Elvis is a missed opportunity, notes Aseem Chhabra.

'No one is forcing KJo to dedicate his film to Uri martyrs'

'No one is forcing KJo to dedicate his film to Uri martyrs'

Rediff.com24 Oct 2016

'He voluntarily felt the need to honour our martyrs with a mention in his credit titles.'

Tom Alter passes away

Tom Alter passes away

Rediff.com30 Sep 2017

'So much goodness. Warmth. Friendly. Attracts and exudes positivity and peace. A distinct voice.' Bollywood salutes the veteran actor.

41 films, 101 awards, but this filmmaker has no takers

41 films, 101 awards, but this filmmaker has no takers

Rediff.com31 May 2016

Hyderabad-based Anshul Sinha is making hard hitting films on important social issues, but there are no takers.

'Where did Kapil Sharma learn to act like this?'

'Where did Kapil Sharma learn to act like this?'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2022

'Karenge aur kaam, sir. Zindagi bahut choti hai, ideas bahut sare hain.'

'Earlier, I would accept any film that came my way'

'Earlier, I would accept any film that came my way'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2013

Actor Arjun Mathur talks about his career thus far and the unusual subject of his new film, Ankur Arora Murder Case.

The 10 Most Eagerly Awaited Tamil films of 2015

The 10 Most Eagerly Awaited Tamil films of 2015

Rediff.com22 Jan 2015

A look at some of the most anticipated films of 2015.

Mouni Parties With Ekta Kapoor

Mouni Parties With Ekta Kapoor

Rediff.com5 Sep 2022

Ekta Kapoor invited her friends from the television industry for a brunch at her home to celebrate the Ganpati festival.

'Tripura is not a dark, morbid film'

'Tripura is not a dark, morbid film'

Rediff.com5 Nov 2015

'I have more respect for this kind of cinema,' actress Swati tells Radhika Rajamani.

'Yes, I want to do Bollywood films!'

'Yes, I want to do Bollywood films!'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2015

Sushmita Sen shares her plans.

Who is Salman partying with?

Who is Salman partying with?

Rediff.com26 Oct 2021

It was a double celebration for Aayush Sharma, as his birthday coincided with the trailer launch of his next film, Antim: The Final Truth.

What makes a film a hit?

What makes a film a hit?

Rediff.com9 Feb 2004

Tunisha Sharma death: Court sends Sheezan Khan to two-day police custody

Tunisha Sharma death: Court sends Sheezan Khan to two-day police custody

Rediff.com28 Dec 2022

Earlier in the day, Sheezan was presented in the court by the Waliv police, which sought to get his remand extended.

Kangana on her Queen of Jhansi film: It's very superhero-like

Kangana on her Queen of Jhansi film: It's very superhero-like

Rediff.com5 May 2017

'Usually, my characters are flawed but this one is extraordinary.' Kangana Ranaut discusses her new film Manikarnika: The Queen of Jhansi.

'I must get all the awards for my first film'

'I must get all the awards for my first film'

Rediff.com13 Oct 2016

'I am an A-lister of television. I didn't want to do any Bollywood movies just for the sake of it. There are audiences for Naagins and the supernatural kind of shows but for me, Beyhadh is a real show. I would watch it.' Kushal Tandon gets candid.

Top 10 Films/Shows To Watch When You're Indoors

Top 10 Films/Shows To Watch When You're Indoors

Rediff.com23 Mar 2020

Sukanya Verma lists her 10 dramatically diverse recommendations to catch on various streaming platforms.

'I cried an ocean of tears when I had no work'

'I cried an ocean of tears when I had no work'

Rediff.com8 Dec 2022

'Actors like me heave a sigh of relief if we get work.'

'I hope I keep this innocence intact in me for a long time'

'I hope I keep this innocence intact in me for a long time'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

'I consider everyone my competition.'