News for 'Hum Log'

Hum Log, 25 years on

Hum Log, 25 years on

Rediff.com7 Jul 2009

Celbrating 25 years of Hum Log. The cast relives their memory of shooting Hum Log

Buniyaad, Hum Log writer dead

Buniyaad, Hum Log writer dead

Rediff.com30 Mar 2006

Renowned writer Manohar Shyam, Joshi who redefined Indian television with the popular soap opera, Buniyaad passed away in New Delhi.

CINTAA Crisis: Poonam Dhillon Defends Herself: 'You Won't Believe How Vulgar The Allegations Were'

CINTAA Crisis: Poonam Dhillon Defends Herself: 'You Won't Believe How Vulgar The Allegations Were'

Rediff.com11 Aug 2026

Cine and TV Artistes Association President Poonam Dhillon has strongly refuted allegations of misusing her position, calling them 'deeply offensive' and stemming from disgruntled CINTAA members who failed to get their way through legal proceedings.

What Sushma Seth, 89, Is Doing These Days

What Sushma Seth, 89, Is Doing These Days

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

'Despite acting in some 100 films and television plays, people still remember the daadi of Hum Log.'

Mother's Day: 'I Gave My Class 10 Exam With My Son'

Mother's Day: 'I Gave My Class 10 Exam With My Son'

Rediff.com10 May 2026

This Mother's Day, we spoke to a working mother whose life revolve around sacrifice, resilience and the hope of giving her children a life she never had.

Mother's Day: 'If I Don't Work, How Will My Children Eat?'

Mother's Day: 'If I Don't Work, How Will My Children Eat?'

Rediff.com9 May 2026

This Mother's Day, we spoke to a mother who spends her days working in other people's homes in order to build a better future for her children. She carries a silent strength that often goes unseen.

T20 World Cup: 'Don't Say a Word!' SKY's Silent Masterstroke Vs Pakistan

T20 World Cup: 'Don't Say a Word!' SKY's Silent Masterstroke Vs Pakistan

Rediff.com16 Feb 2026

Suryakumar Yadav's strategic emphasis on skill over sledging propelled Team India to a decisive victory against Pakistan in the T20 World Cup, showcasing the power of focus and execution.

The Ladakh Cheese That Won The World!

The Ladakh Cheese That Won The World!

Rediff.com3 Jun 2026

The amazing story of how a little known cheese from Ladakh stunned the world!

Everyday Heroine: 'I Have Been Sweeping For 32 Years'

Everyday Heroine: 'I Have Been Sweeping For 32 Years'

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Amli (Amli ben to everyone), who sweeps corridors, cleans bathrooms and collects the trash in a south Mumbai building, shares her 32-year fight to keep her family afloat. A Women's Day special.

What The Opposition Must Learn From Mamata's Defeat

What The Opposition Must Learn From Mamata's Defeat

Rediff.com6 May 2026

'If the Opposition associates itself too much with the minorities, then it becomes easy for the BJP to get Hindu consolidation votes.'

Lessons that opposition party needs to learn after Bengal elections

Lessons that opposition party needs to learn after Bengal elections

Rediff.com5 May 2026

What lessons opposition parties need to learn post defeat of Mamata Banerjee in West Bengal elections? The election saw spectacular victor of BJP which rose from 3 seats in 2016 to 206 seats in 2026 assembly elections.

Their Dreams Died With Pinky On The Tarmac At Baramati

Their Dreams Died With Pinky On The Tarmac At Baramati

Rediff.com9 Feb 2026

It isn't easy for a girl from Gopal Nagar to chase a dream. But Pinky was extremely determined. A force unto herself, she was going to go places. Literally. Till it abruptly ended one morning on the tarmac at Baramati airport.

The Great Shamsuddin Family Review: Interesting Watch

The Great Shamsuddin Family Review: Interesting Watch

Rediff.com12 Dec 2025

The Great Shamsuddin Family is a seemingly light chamber piece that hides its claws of social commentary under the chirpy banter of an apartment full of women, observes Deepa Gahlot.

Ghar ka mamla: Hema Malini on separate prayer meets for Dharmendra

Ghar ka mamla: Hema Malini on separate prayer meets for Dharmendra

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

Hema Malini discusses the family's decision to hold separate prayer meetings after Dharmendra's death, emphasizing it was a private matter. She also shares memories of Dharmendra and their life together.

When Chunky Tried To Ruin Govinda's Movie

When Chunky Tried To Ruin Govinda's Movie

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

Govinda and Chunky Panday are an absolute delight in the fourth episode of Too Much With Kajol and Twinkle.

Everyday Heroine: 'Akeli Aurat Ko Duniya Kamzor Samajhti Hai'

Everyday Heroine: 'Akeli Aurat Ko Duniya Kamzor Samajhti Hai'

Rediff.com4 Mar 2026

Mumbai-based caretaker Suchita Sawant tells us how she raised her son, funded his education and continues to support herself financially and brings smiles and comfort in the lives of several elderly and helpless patients.

When Nanda Got Engaged To Manmohan Desai At 53

When Nanda Got Engaged To Manmohan Desai At 53

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

Nanda says of Manmohan Desai: 'I wanted a husband who doesn't bow down before anyone else.' 'He has worked with Amitabh Bachchan in so many films but it's always on a one-to-one basis. I admire that.'

Kesari Veer Review: Epic Blunder

Kesari Veer Review: Epic Blunder

Rediff.com23 May 2025

Sooraj Pancholi, nostrils flaring and eyes twitching, tries to sell his character's steely resolve, but, sighs Mayur Sanap, the boy just can't act.

Divya Seth's Daughter Passes Away

Divya Seth's Daughter Passes Away

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

Mihika Shah, actor Divya Seth Shah's daughter and veteran actor Sushma Seth's granddaughter, passed away on Monday in Mumbai.

S D Burman's Magic Music For Guru Dutt, Dev Anand

S D Burman's Magic Music For Guru Dutt, Dev Anand

Rediff.com3 Nov 2025

S D Burman enjoyed a productive partnership with Dev Anand's production house Navketan for two decades, but their collaboration reached its apogee with Guide.

'I Passed Off Dharamji As A Woman'

'I Passed Off Dharamji As A Woman'

Rediff.com2 Dec 2025

'I wanted to do something different, so I turned Dharamji into Hardy, making him waddle with Naseer's stick-like Laurel.' 'People enjoyed seeing him in these avatars. When you work with an evergreen superstar like Dharamji, you can make such 'items'.'

What Made Bappi Lahiri Such A Rage

What Made Bappi Lahiri Such A Rage

Rediff.com27 Nov 2025

Bappi Lahiri realised disco was a winning ticket and escalated his game with several more dancefloor perennials. Soon, every film producer and music director in town was down with disco fever. On what would have been Bappi Lahiri's 73rd birthday this November 27, Dinesh Raheja rewinds to the late music composer's halcyon days.

4.0 magnitude quake hits Delhi, strong tremors rock NCR

4.0 magnitude quake hits Delhi, strong tremors rock NCR

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged people in the region to stay calm and follow safety precautions while keeping alert for possible aftershocks.

'No One Approaches Me To Do A Bimbette's Role'

'No One Approaches Me To Do A Bimbette's Role'

Rediff.com29 Jul 2025

'After playing strong women like Kavita and Tulsi on television, it would be very difficult for audiences to accept me as a routine running-around-trees heroine.'

Decision soon on whether to fight Jharkhand poll alone: Chirag Paswan

Decision soon on whether to fight Jharkhand poll alone: Chirag Paswan

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

Union minister Chirag Paswan on Monday said his Lok Janshakti Party-Ram Vilas wants to fight the assembly election in Jharkhand and a final decision will be taken soon on whether it would contest under the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) or alone.

'Neena Gupta And I Would Fight A Lot'

'Neena Gupta And I Would Fight A Lot'

Rediff.com12 Mar 2025

'I need to work to find some joy in this life.'

'Insaniyat Zindabad: If I Die Saving Them, So Be It'

'Insaniyat Zindabad: If I Die Saving Them, So Be It'

Rediff.com30 Apr 2025

'I will do it again. I am ready to put my life in danger a second time. This is my land, this is my responsibility'

When were these rules altered and by whom, Bhajji asks

When were these rules altered and by whom, Bhajji asks

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

Nothing new in BCCI's policy document, says former India spinner Harbhajan Singh.

Aamir's Toughest Role That You Haven't Seen

Aamir's Toughest Role That You Haven't Seen

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

'It was the toughest of roles because he had to change quickly behind the sofa and come out in the next dress!'

How Sonu Sood became India's Superman

How Sonu Sood became India's Superman

Rediff.com2 Sep 2020

'Ek ghante ke andar humare paas 78,000 calls aaye.' '78,000!'

Fixing! Miandad's Explosive Revelation

Fixing! Miandad's Explosive Revelation

Rediff.com15 Nov 2022

'What will happen to players who are there right now? They know they don't have anywhere to go if they don't perform.'

'Hum aapke saath mein hai'

'Hum aapke saath mein hai'

Rediff.com4 Mar 2022

'I want to show that we are also part of this society and want to participate just as much, whether it is for security or whatever community work there.'

We warned her multiple times: Deepti on controversial run out

We warned her multiple times: Deepti on controversial run out

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

The dismissal reignited an intense debate over the 'spirit of the game'.

Meet the most loving mom in Bollywood

Meet the most loving mom in Bollywood

Rediff.com27 Nov 2017

Just who is Seema Pahwa? Find out more about this amazing actress in this video interview.

Kanhaiya On Strong Wicket, But...

Kanhaiya On Strong Wicket, But...

Rediff.com25 May 2024

Manoj Tiwari is the only sitting MP whom the BJP has retained.

Review: Gullak 4: Pleasant Watch

Review: Gullak 4: Pleasant Watch

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

The new season coasts along on the simple anecdotes that make up the piggy bank of family lore; the performances are as wonderful as before, but the sharpness of humour is starting to dull a bit, observes Deepa Gahlot.

TV shows we'd love to watch on big screen!

TV shows we'd love to watch on big screen!

Rediff.com3 Aug 2011

With Office Office coming up in theatres this week, we check out other TV shows that we would love to see again.

The Circus Comes To Town!

The Circus Comes To Town!

Rediff.com28 Oct 2022

Before the show starts, here's what goes on backstage. And how, despite a tragedy, the show went on.

Pay tribute to man who changed TV

Pay tribute to man who changed TV

Rediff.com30 Mar 2006

Pay your tribute to Manohar Shyam Joshi, who wrote Hum Log and Buniyaad.

'People Have Spent Life's Moments On What I Made'

'People Have Spent Life's Moments On What I Made'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2024

At 13, Naseer Khan left Bihar to work in a saw-mill in Bhutan. He learnt the craft of making sofas, and some of the pieces he made found a place in the royal palace. He returned home after spending 35 years in the Himalayan kingdom, and has continued making sofas, restoring old furniture and creating wire-gutting chairs, all that has become a dying art now.