News for 'Graphic Novel'

Can you resist the 'graphic' novel?

Can you resist the 'graphic' novel?

Rediff.com12 Sep 2005

Sarnath Banerjee isn't writing graphic novels anymore

Sarnath Banerjee isn't writing graphic novels anymore

Rediff.com11 Oct 2018

'There is no audience anymore for my graphic novels. Few people seem interested in what I find interesting,' Sarnath Banerjee tells Uttaran Das Gupta.

Deepak Chopra's Buddha now a graphic novel

Deepak Chopra's Buddha now a graphic novel

Rediff.com4 Feb 2011

Buddha continues to be one of Chopra's most-read books. The bestselling New Age guru has written nearly 48 books in the past 25 years that have been translated into more than 30 languages.

Why Penguin India did not publish Sonia Gandhi's memoir

Why Penguin India did not publish Sonia Gandhi's memoir

Rediff.com28 Aug 2026

Penguin Random House India has clarified that it is not the publisher of Sonia Gandhi's memoir, "Belonging: A Journey of Love," in India. This statement follows reports suggesting the publisher backed out due to Gandhi's refusal of editorial changes. The company maintains it was willing to publish but has a prerogative to fact-check authors. The book's India distribution remains uncertain, though an e-book version is available for pre-order from another publisher.

John Abraham Comes Home This Weekend

John Abraham Comes Home This Weekend

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Spies, aliens, dogs and lawyers, it's quite a colourful spread on your OTT watch this week, points out Sukanya Verma.

Hollywood Stars Hesitant to Act In American Psycho Remake

Hollywood Stars Hesitant to Act In American Psycho Remake

Rediff.com25 Feb 2026

Author Bret Easton Ellis reveals that major Hollywood actors were unwilling to star in the remake of 'American Psycho' due to its controversial nature. The article explores the reasons behind this hesitation and the legacy of the original film.

IIT Researchers Create Affordable 3D Tracking for Surgical Tools

IIT Researchers Create Affordable 3D Tracking for Surgical Tools

Rediff.com23 Mar 2026

Researchers at IIT have developed a novel and cost-effective method for tracking surgical instruments in 3D using standard 2D video, potentially improving the precision and accessibility of minimally invasive surgeries.

Dhoni sets out on new 'amazing adventure'

Dhoni sets out on new 'amazing adventure'

Rediff.com10 Sep 2022

Leading digital comic storytelling platform Pratilipi Comics has acquired rights of the highly-acclaimed graphic novel "Atharva: The Origin", featuring ace cricketer Mahendra Singh Dhoni as the titular character.

Baahubali: Crown Of Blood Review: Intermittently Entertaining

Baahubali: Crown Of Blood Review: Intermittently Entertaining

Rediff.com17 May 2024

Baahubali has generated an enterprise of television spin-offs, video games, graphic novels and what not, but a memorable Game Of Thrones it is not, observes Deepa Gahlot.

A comic book that gets inside Ravana's head

A comic book that gets inside Ravana's head

Rediff.com17 Aug 2011

Ravanayan, a graphic novel created by comic book writer Vijayendra Mohanty and artist Vivek Goel, attempts yet another re-telling of the timeless Ramayana, this time from Ravana's perspective, says Sanchari Bhattacharya.

Spend Your Weekend With Urvashi Rautela!

Spend Your Weekend With Urvashi Rautela!

Rediff.com21 Feb 2025

From old favourites to brand new attractions, Sukanya Verma lists all the excitement OTT has laid out in its action-packed menu this week.

Is AI Coming For Your Job? What AI Godfather Says

Is AI Coming For Your Job? What AI Godfather Says

Rediff.com20 Jun 2025

'If we're smart about it, we can use AI to amplify human potential, not replace it. But time is running short.'

Manga Fever Takes Over India

Manga Fever Takes Over India

Rediff.com12 Feb 2025

'Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Crunchyroll, and Disney+ Hotstar are continuously expanding their Anime libraries.'

Entries invited for 2013 Shakti Bhatt First Book Prize

Entries invited for 2013 Shakti Bhatt First Book Prize

Rediff.com20 Jun 2013

The Shakti Bhatt Foundation is inviting entries for the 2013 Shakti Bhatt First Book Prize.

Entries invited for Shakti Bhatt prize

Entries invited for Shakti Bhatt prize

Rediff.com12 Jun 2012

The Shakti Bhatt Foundation is inviting entries for the 2012 Shakti Bhatt First Book Prize. In its fifth year, the prize is a cash award of Rs 1 lakh, and a trophy. The award covers poetry, fiction (including graphic novels), creative non-fiction (travel writing, autobiography, biography, and narrative journalism), and drama.

Barfi to get a television avatar?

Barfi to get a television avatar?

Rediff.com26 Sep 2012

Director Anurag Basu talks about the Barfi! team's Oscar strategy and taking the character further with a TV series and graphic novels.

This Week On OTT: Arnold Is Back!

This Week On OTT: Arnold Is Back!

Rediff.com26 May 2023

Arnie's back, Varun shape shifts while others fight the good fight and more on OTT this week.

'Witcher' medallion makes Russian shooter rage at Olympics

'Witcher' medallion makes Russian shooter rage at Olympics

Rediff.com27 Jul 2021

A spokesperson of CD Projekt, the company behind the video game, dug out a 2018 photograph of the shooter in a Witcher-themed shirt, praising her "years-long commitment to the Witcher universe".

Will technology KILL the comic book?

Will technology KILL the comic book?

Rediff.com12 Oct 2012

Bilal Siddiqi delves deeper into the age old dilemma of reading the good old comic or graphic novel over watching its counterpart on screen!

'I don't know why people are so crazy about Bob Biswas'

'I don't know why people are so crazy about Bob Biswas'

Rediff.com5 Apr 2012

Bengali actor Saswata Chatterjee, who plays the now famous character in Kahaani, can't understand what the fuss is about.

Watchmen dethrones Slumdog

Watchmen dethrones Slumdog

Rediff.com9 Mar 2009

The comic book movie, which has seen various efforts to bring it to the screen over the last two decades, grossed over the weekend a decent but unspectacular $83 million, nearly 55 percent of it in North America. Slumdog, which was number one film for just one week in its dream run worldwide, made about $18 million. It lost about 35 percent of its box-office clout after having soared to the top amidst post Oscar celebrations.

Harrison Ford to battle aliens in next

Harrison Ford to battle aliens in next

Rediff.com8 Apr 2010

The actor is set to battle aliens in the movie adaptation of the graphic novel series Cowboys & Aliens.

Before the 3 Idiots tussle there was...

Before the 3 Idiots tussle there was...

Rediff.com5 Jan 2010

Graphic novel pioneer Alan Moore succintly sums up the authors-vs-filmmakers controversy.

Little Zizou is a perfect weekend treat

Little Zizou is a perfect weekend treat

Rediff.com13 Mar 2009

Rather than being an ambitious opus designed to prove a point by a debutante director, Little Zizou comes across as a paean of affection to the people the filmmaker has known all her life. If that was the primary purpose of the film, mission accomplished. For those hoping for a little light entertainment and the possibility of leaving cinema halls with a smile on their face, Zizou might well be the perfect weekend retreat.

Spook Yourself On OTT This Halloween

Spook Yourself On OTT This Halloween

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

Vampires, nuns, haunted homes...

Terms and Conditions

Terms and Conditions

Rediff.com13 Mar 2007

The rules for the 300 movie contest.

Murders! Ghosts! Lust! Your OTT Menu

Murders! Ghosts! Lust! Your OTT Menu

Rediff.com30 Jun 2023

The pilot of Vishal Bhardwaj's much-anticipated adaptation of Agatha Christie's The Sittaford Mystery is here. Aditya Roy Kapur's hotel manager takes on Anil Kapoor's all-powerful arms dealer. Idris Elba is back in action. Sukanya Verma shares her OTT recommendations this week.

Vijay, Oppenheimer... Lots On OTT!

Vijay, Oppenheimer... Lots On OTT!

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

From Vijay's fiery latest to atom bomb origins, brace yourself for some explosive action on OTT this week.

Review: The Village Fails To Impress

Review: The Village Fails To Impress

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

The Village starts off pretty well, but it required something more convincing than a bunch of creepy Gollum-like monsters to deliver the impact it should, observes Divya Nair.

Priyanka chooses Chris Pratt over Salman Khan

Priyanka chooses Chris Pratt over Salman Khan

Rediff.com31 Jul 2018

Bhai won't be pleased.

OTT: What You Can Watch On Long Weekend

OTT: What You Can Watch On Long Weekend

Rediff.com29 Apr 2022

Stars. Substance. Style. Sukanya Verma lists them all on OTT this week.

My 10 Least Liked Movies Of 2024

My 10 Least Liked Movies Of 2024

Rediff.com19 Dec 2024

Every year has its share of duds and turkeys. 2024 was no different except that even the rotten ones are too drab to have any real offence value.

The Indian Film Making Global Waves

The Indian Film Making Global Waves

Rediff.com21 Feb 2024

'I thought of a suppressed country and a free world.' 'If we travel from one to another, what will that road look like?' 'What colours, music there will be? What kind of people would you see?'

ROMANCE. GANGSTERS. FEAR.

ROMANCE. GANGSTERS. FEAR.

Rediff.com20 Jul 2021

A gangster's recollections, a tennis champ's triumph and a two-timing teenager -- Sukanya Verma gives you OTT recommendations for the week.

OTT This Week: Watch Jugjugg Jeeyo

OTT This Week: Watch Jugjugg Jeeyo

Rediff.com22 Jul 2022

You'll need extra eyes for the amount of OTT content available this week. Sukanya Verma invites you to take your pick.

Uttam Kumar Comes Alive Again!

Uttam Kumar Comes Alive Again!

Rediff.com7 Mar 2024

'Uttam Kumar transcended the conflict between being a star and an actor... he combined both and became a cultural and social icon for the Bengali race.'

Rohini Mohan wins 2015 Shakti Bhatt First Book prize

Rohini Mohan wins 2015 Shakti Bhatt First Book prize

Rediff.com24 Nov 2015

The prize ceremony will be held in New Delhi on December 22 at the Max Mueller Bhavan.

Must Watch: Stories From Around The World

Must Watch: Stories From Around The World

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

Aseem Chhabra's Top 10 Films/ Series from TIFF 2024 includes films that he watched for the first time in Toronto. The films were impressive due to their rigor, passion, unique storytelling style and sometimes exploring the vulnerable sides of big name stars.

OTT Picks For All Kinds Of Romantics

OTT Picks For All Kinds Of Romantics

Rediff.com14 Feb 2023

Make your Valentine's Day fun and fabulous with Sukanya Verma's OTT suggestions.

Is the NFT you're buying authentic?

Is the NFT you're buying authentic?

Rediff.com15 Jan 2022

Figuring out the nuances in the NFT market will mean opening and examining multiple new cans of worms.