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'I have 12 years of film-making to catch up with'

'I have 12 years of film-making to catch up with'

Rediff.com1 Mar 2020

'I am not disowning my earlier films, but I have no right to own them. I was not making them from my heart.'

Comedy Couple review

Comedy Couple review

Rediff.com21 Oct 2020

Watch Comedy Couple for Shweta and Saqib, says Moumita Bhattacharjee.

Ginny Weds Sunny review

Ginny Weds Sunny review

Rediff.com9 Oct 2020

If the ravishing Yami Gautam injects vivacity and vulnerability in her dilly-dallying Ginny, Vikrant Massey is absolutely smashing as the sweet-natured dunce who endears himself to her, cheers Sukanya Verma.

SC stays defamation proceedings by Jay Shah against The Wire

SC stays defamation proceedings by Jay Shah against The Wire

Rediff.com15 Mar 2018

The chief justice, while repeatedly stressing that he was not commenting on the case before it, also said that sometimes journalists write in a way that amounts to 'sheer contempt of court'.

When did Bollywood develop a sense of humour?

When did Bollywood develop a sense of humour?

Rediff.com30 Jan 2015

In this era of oversharing, retweeting and everything-instagramming, the star is not any kind of enigmatic figure of mystery; s/he is one of us, says Raja Sen.

Police order against Raj Thackeray upheld

Police order against Raj Thackeray upheld

Rediff.com25 Feb 2008

The gag order was issued on February 14 following Raj's statements against north Indian migrants that had led to violence in the metropolis and parts of Maharashtra.

A big win for the Media. And the Republic

A big win for the Media. And the Republic

Rediff.com8 Feb 2018

The Bombay high court order quashing the gag order on reporting the court proceedings in the Sohrabuddin encounter case is a victory for every journalist and Indian, says Neeta Kolhatkar.

Meet Vijaya Gadde, who spearheaded ban on Trump's Twitter account

Meet Vijaya Gadde, who spearheaded ban on Trump's Twitter account

Rediff.com12 Jan 2021

Hyderabad-born Gadde, 45, is Twitter's legal, public policy and trust and safety lead.

HC refuses to stay release of films on Sushant's life

HC refuses to stay release of films on Sushant's life

Rediff.com10 Jun 2021

The Delhi high court on Thursday refused to stay the release of several movies, purportedly based on the life of late Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput, including Nyay: The Justice which is scheduled to be released on Friday, saying these films are neither portrayed as biopic nor factual narration of what transpired in his life.

Lootcase review

Lootcase review

Rediff.com3 Aug 2020

'A whole lot of faffing around happens from the time Lootcase sets up its amusing premise and concludes it in a manner typical of its genre.' 'But the actors are such effortless fits for their parts, there is pleasure in this dillydallying,' observes Sukanya Verma.

Pujara, Jadeja get NADA notice

Pujara, Jadeja get NADA notice

Rediff.com13 Jun 2020

NADA DG added that "BCCI's explanation will be discussed as to whether it will be counted as one of three filing failures or not. It will be decided on the explanation given and how they (BCCI) proceed from here."

Who all were behind Mehul Choki's 'abduction'?

Who all were behind Mehul Choki's 'abduction'?

Rediff.com7 Jun 2021

Fugitive Diamantaire Mehul Choksi who is held in Dominica after his mysterious disappearance from Antigua and Barbuda has alleged that his "friend" Barbara Jabarica was instrumental in his abduction which involved musclemen claiming to be Antiguan Police and mercenaries looking like Indians. The police have started the investigation after receiving a complaint from Choksi, Antigua Prime Minister Gaston Browne said.

Box Office: Bhoothnath Returns gets a decent opening

Box Office: Bhoothnath Returns gets a decent opening

Rediff.com14 Apr 2014

Trade analyst Vinod Mirani gives us the box office verdict for the week.

Trouble in Love Land? Love Guru's Here!

Trouble in Love Land? Love Guru's Here!

Rediff.com21 May 2021

Let Love Guru help.

Clint Eastwood mocks Caitlyn Jenner

Clint Eastwood mocks Caitlyn Jenner

Rediff.com8 Jun 2015

Hollywood actor-filmmaker Clint Eastwood poked fun at Caitlyn Jenner at the Spike TV Guys' Choice awards.

The many LOVELY 'friends' of Casanova Putin

The many LOVELY 'friends' of Casanova Putin

Rediff.com14 Jun 2013

When Russian President Vladimir Putin and his wife Lyudmila Putina announced on national television that they were divorcing after 30 years together, many Russians thought it was an elaborately staged hoax.

Review: Horrible Bosses 2 is an all-out entertainer

Review: Horrible Bosses 2 is an all-out entertainer

Rediff.com28 Nov 2014

Horrible Bosses 2 has a stronger script and funnier gags than the first film.

Iraqi robbed of $49,000 in Mumbai

Iraqi robbed of $49,000 in Mumbai

Rediff.com26 Mar 2004

Samiya Royala Hanif Ali Hussein Ali (40) was alone in her hotel room when the incident happened.

Box Office: Fukey opens to mix response

Box Office: Fukey opens to mix response

Rediff.com17 Jun 2013

Here's a look at hits and misses at the box office this week.

Box Office: Poor opening for Yamla Pagla Deewana 2

Box Office: Poor opening for Yamla Pagla Deewana 2

Rediff.com11 Jun 2013

Here's a look at hits and misses at the box office this week.

Dhoni says will speak on spot-fixing at 'right time'

Dhoni says will speak on spot-fixing at 'right time'

Rediff.com30 May 2013

India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni refused to break the Board of Control for Cricket in India's gag on him in answering questions on the spot-fixing scandal that hit the Indian Premier League except to say that some players are '"slightly mentally weak' compared to others.

Ford India apologises for indecent ads

Ford India apologises for indecent ads

Rediff.com25 Mar 2013

These were never intended for paid publication and should never have been created, let alone uploaded to the Internet, WPP said.

Ludo review

Ludo review

Rediff.com12 Nov 2020

Between that constant feeling of I've seen it all before and inability to balance comedy and darkness, Ludo wobbles towards its finish, sighs Sukanya Verma.

Gangrape issue: Parl panel to grill home secy, Delhi CP

Gangrape issue: Parl panel to grill home secy, Delhi CP

Rediff.com25 Dec 2012

Union Home Secretary R K Singh and Delhi Police Commissioner Neeraj Kumar will face tough questions on Thursday from the members of the Standing Committee on Union Ministry of Home Affairs headed by Bharatiya Janata Party leader M Venkaiah Naidu.

Don't talk about choice for PM publicly: Rajnath to BJP

Don't talk about choice for PM publicly: Rajnath to BJP

Rediff.com4 Feb 2013

In a bid to put down party men airing views on its prime ministerial candidate, Bharatiya Janata Party President Rajnath Singh on Monday issued a virtual gag order on the issue, which was breached by two leaders from Bihar pitching for Narendra Modi.

Team India departs in quest for Champions Trophy

Team India departs in quest for Champions Trophy

Rediff.com29 May 2013

The 15-member Indian squad for the ICC Champions Trophy commencing on June 6 left for London via Dubai on Wednesday.

Are you ready for Sarabhai vs Sarabhai Take 2?

Are you ready for Sarabhai vs Sarabhai Take 2?

Rediff.com5 May 2017

'Indian fans are extremists. If they don't like you, you are gone. But if they like you, they will never forget you. That's what happened with Sarabhai vs Sarabhai.'

Review: Hum Hain Rahi Car Ke is best avoided

Review: Hum Hain Rahi Car Ke is best avoided

Rediff.com24 May 2013

Hum Hain Rahi Car Ke is a forgettable film, writes Laxmi Negi.

'There is fear and dread in Kashmir'

'There is fear and dread in Kashmir'

Rediff.com12 Jun 2021

'This election was the first opportunity where Kashmiris told the world they do not agree with the Centre's policies and are unhappy about their disempowerment.'

SC 'not satisfied' with govt's reply on media coverage of Tablighis

SC 'not satisfied' with govt's reply on media coverage of Tablighis

Rediff.com17 Nov 2020

The apex court, which asked the Centre to consider creating a regulatory mechanism and apprise it, said the government should also inform as to what steps have been taken on the issue under the Cable Television Network Act (CTNA).

ULFA leads NE outfits to call R-Day boycott

ULFA leads NE outfits to call R-Day boycott

Rediff.com21 Jan 2013

The anti-talks faction of the United Liberation Front of Assam on Monday led 10 other militant groups based in the Northeast to call for boycott of Republic Day celebrations in the region and a general strike during 1.00 am to 5.30 pm to protest 'India's unrelenting colonial occupation of the region with the sole objective of exploiting its rich natural resources by gagging to people's voice for liberation from its clutches."

No media at 3 service chiefs' meeting with House panel

No media at 3 service chiefs' meeting with House panel

Rediff.com11 Apr 2012

A circular by the Lok Sabha's press and public relations chief points out that the parliamentary committee meetings 'are not open for coverage by the media', reports our correspondent

Tom Cruise opted for quickie divorce 'to save Scientology'

Tom Cruise opted for quickie divorce 'to save Scientology'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2012

Get your lowdown on what's going on in the world of Hollywood, right here!

Covid patients struggle to shake off hospital images

Covid patients struggle to shake off hospital images

Rediff.com24 May 2021

Many of those who have been to Covid hell and back are unable to shake off the memories of their days in hospitals, leading to worries about post-traumatic stress disorder and other anxiety related problems, including insomnia.

Sunanda Pushkar case: HC directs Arnab to refrain from running parallel probe

Sunanda Pushkar case: HC directs Arnab to refrain from running parallel probe

Rediff.com10 Sep 2020

'Are you an eye witness? There is some sanctity attached to the investigation'

Apologise to India, Keith Vaz tells BBC's Clarkson

Apologise to India, Keith Vaz tells BBC's Clarkson

Rediff.com31 Dec 2011

Vaz, chairman of the Home Affairs Select Committee, said: "Mr Clarkson needs to stick to talking about cars, not cultures. And he should apologise for his lack of taste. He and the BBC have done India a great disservice with this programme".

Review: Bangistan is a colossal disappointment

Review: Bangistan is a colossal disappointment

Rediff.com7 Aug 2015

Bangistan is not the political satire it claims to be, says Nishi Tiwari.

Hours after 'napunsak' tweet on Jaitley, Kirti Azad claims Twitter account hacked

Hours after 'napunsak' tweet on Jaitley, Kirti Azad claims Twitter account hacked

Rediff.com22 Dec 2015

Hours after Bharatiya Janata Party MP Kirti Azad's twitter posts crossed the limits of propriety when he seemed to address Finance Minister Arun Jaitley as a napunsak (eunuch), the cricketer-turned-politician denied making the statement and revealed that his profile had been hacked.

Review: Kalakalappu fails to impress

Review: Kalakalappu fails to impress

Rediff.com11 May 2012

Kalakalappu does have its funny moments but only a few of them work.

Review: Piranha 3DD is a D-grade Piranha 3D

Review: Piranha 3DD is a D-grade Piranha 3D

Rediff.com15 Jun 2012

We're introduced to exploitative underwater cameras but they aren't used to liven up the climax. The 3D promises but never delivers.