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The Truth Behind Manushi's Cannes Outing

The Truth Behind Manushi's Cannes Outing

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

'Manushi's trip was very last minute.' 'I did not have her (red carpet) outfit with me. It was already in Cannes.' 'We didn't know what she was going to wear.'

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.

'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.

What makes a film a hit?

What makes a film a hit?

Rediff.com9 Feb 2004

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.

'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.'

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.

Goodbye, Dear Nedumudi Venu

Goodbye, Dear Nedumudi Venu

Rediff.com19 Oct 2021

'I will miss you, dear Venu. You reached the pinnacle with your talent,' recalls K Kunhikrishnan who knew the legendary actor well.

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.

Like Dhanush's Hollywood Look?

Like Dhanush's Hollywood Look?

Rediff.com27 Apr 2022

Dhanush's latest Hollywood film has him rubbing shoulders with Ryan Gosling, Chris Evans, Ana De Arma, Rege-Jean Page and Billy Bob Thornton.

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.

Golden Globes: Meet The Red Carpet Divas

Golden Globes: Meet The Red Carpet Divas

Rediff.com11 Jan 2023

The 80th Annual Golden Globe awards saw Hollywood's A-set at their glamorous best.

'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.

'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.'

Bigg Boss winner Sidharth Shukla dead

Bigg Boss winner Sidharth Shukla dead

Rediff.com2 Sep 2021

Popular television and film actor Sidharth Shukla, best known for his role in the long running television show Balika Vadhu, died on Thursday, September 2, an official at the Cooper Hospital, Mumbai, said. He was 40.

'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.

The People Have Spoken!

The People Have Spoken!

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

Religion matters. Aspirational India is still poor. India admires strong leaders. India values decency. Shreekant Sambrani highlights the reasons why the BJP pulled off improbable victories in the Hindi heartland.

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.

25 DAZZLING FRAMES In Karan Johar Movies

25 DAZZLING FRAMES In Karan Johar Movies

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

On his 50th birthday on May 25, Sukanya Verma celebrates the man and his movies.

'Money and power, nothing worked'

'Money and power, nothing worked'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2022

'There's no point making grand plans all our lives when life itself is so fragile.'

Priyanka Chopra signs deal with US television network ABC

Priyanka Chopra signs deal with US television network ABC

Rediff.com18 Dec 2014

Priyanka Chopra, the next big thing on US TV?

Aarya Walvekar Is Miss India USA 2022

Aarya Walvekar Is Miss India USA 2022

Rediff.com8 Aug 2022

The 18 year old advocates mental health and body positivity.

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.

Aligarh was not necessarily meant to be a political film

Aligarh was not necessarily meant to be a political film

Rediff.com15 Feb 2016

'I believe politics was imposed on it by the censor board, when it gave the film's trailer an A certificate, hoping to deny children, teenagers the opportunity to watch it during prime time television shows,' says Aseem Chhabra.

What Makes Amitabh Bachchan The Forever Star

What Makes Amitabh Bachchan The Forever Star

Rediff.com22 Feb 2023

In spite of its flaws, I enjoyed reading the book, says Vanita Kohli-Khandekar. Simply for the joy of digging into the life, in pictures and words, of one of the most enduring stars of Indian cinema.

Katrina-Vicky At A Diwali Party

Katrina-Vicky At A Diwali Party

Rediff.com20 Oct 2022

Like every year, Producer Ramesh Taurani threw a grand Diwali Bash for his friends in the film industry.

10 Years Since Nirbhaya. Is India Safer For Women?

10 Years Since Nirbhaya. Is India Safer For Women?

Rediff.com16 Dec 2022

We'd like to know your thoughts on the safety of women in our country.

The Man Mrunal Absolutely Trusts!

The Man Mrunal Absolutely Trusts!

Rediff.com20 Oct 2022

'Rahul Vijay wants me to be authentic because, then, there's no burden of pretending to be someone. There's no facade. I'm thankful to him for that.'

The Actor Who Overshadowed Shahid

The Actor Who Overshadowed Shahid

Rediff.com28 Feb 2023

We are all here to hustle.'

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.

'Balu Mahendra's death will leave a void in the Tamil film industry'

'Balu Mahendra's death will leave a void in the Tamil film industry'

Rediff.com13 Feb 2014

'In Tamil Nadu where film stars are treated as gods, Balu Mahendra was an institution by himself,' Actress Radhika Sharatkumar pays rich tribute to the filmmaker, who passed away on Thursday, February 13.

Doesn't She Look Just Like Alia Bhatt?

Doesn't She Look Just Like Alia Bhatt?

Rediff.com16 Aug 2022

Celesti Bairagey from Assam seems to have a lot in common with Alia Bhatt.

Gutar Gu Review: Sweet Romance

Gutar Gu Review: Sweet Romance

Rediff.com6 Apr 2023

It is possible that today's kids would find Gutar Gu too vanilla but it might have greater nostalgia-inducing appeal for older viewers, observes Deepa Gahlot.

The BEST Moments in Hindi Films in 2016

The BEST Moments in Hindi Films in 2016

Rediff.com26 Dec 2016

Aseem Chhabra lists the elements that he loved and was pleasantly surprised by in the movies.

'I like masala films and Baywatch is in that zone'

'I like masala films and Baywatch is in that zone'

Rediff.com29 May 2017

'My career is never dependent on somebody else's career at all, ever.' 'Whether somebody else's film does well or not, what has that got to do with me?'

'I am not very intimidated by stars'

'I am not very intimidated by stars'

Rediff.com3 Aug 2023

'I'm very proud of what family I come from, but I feel it must always be an afterthought... 10 years of my work will get nullified when people say "Yeh toh genes main hai".'

Tunisha's boyfriend's chats with 'secret friend' found

Tunisha's boyfriend's chats with 'secret friend' found

Rediff.com29 Dec 2022

The police said they have seized three mobile phones, including two iPhones, over the course of its ongoing probe in the case.

US to use TV ads to stem anti-Islam film protests

US to use TV ads to stem anti-Islam film protests

Rediff.com21 Sep 2012

As anger in the Muslim world over anti-Islam film continued to smolder, the United States administration has turned to social media and television ads to try to stem global protest.