News for 'IFFI'

'Friendship is the key to making a film'

'Friendship is the key to making a film'

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

'Film shooting is a long process, and it is important to have a good bonding with the person you are going to spend six to eight months of your life.' 'Baaki, film toh bann jaati hain.'

Britain draws a blank at IFFI

Britain draws a blank at IFFI

Rediff.com1 Dec 2005

All about IFFI 2005.

PIX: Sonam, Shraddha, Govinda at the airport

PIX: Sonam, Shraddha, Govinda at the airport

Rediff.com23 Nov 2017

See whom we spotted at Mumbai airport.

IFFI to screen Ashok Amritraj films

IFFI to screen Ashok Amritraj films

Rediff.com19 Nov 2004

Simply Stunning! Who's Raashii wooing?

Simply Stunning! Who's Raashii wooing?

Rediff.com22 Nov 2021

Who's Virat's calling a rock?... Mrunal meets a hunk... Why is Dharmendra Sunny-eyed?

CWG 2022: Opportunity for Vinesh, Sakshi to regain form

CWG 2022: Opportunity for Vinesh, Sakshi to regain form

Rediff.com20 Jul 2022

The CWG will be important not only for Vinesh and Sakshi but also for Bajrang Punia, who has been a bit iffy about his attacking prowess

PM's Bangladesh visit: Centre acts iffy on Teesta treaty

PM's Bangladesh visit: Centre acts iffy on Teesta treaty

Rediff.com5 Sep 2011

Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's forthcoming bilateral visit to Bangladesh has been prophesied as a "historical" one. But Mamata Banerjee's latest political stunt has ensured that for now, the creation of history may have to wait a bit, writes Sanchari Bhattacharya who is travelling with the PM to Bangladesh.

India well-set to extend winning run in final SA T20I

India well-set to extend winning run in final SA T20I

Rediff.com18 Jun 2022

A lot of grey areas are yet to be addressed, but a young Indian team, with an admirable collective temperament, will start as favourites in the series-deciding fifth T20 International against South Africa, in Bengaluru, on Sunday.

Hindu outfit outrages against Akshay's OMG

Hindu outfit outrages against Akshay's OMG

Rediff.com16 Oct 2012

The Paresh Rawal starrer film is a critical take on religion and features Kumar in the role of God.

Rahul Cannot Revive The Congress

Rahul Cannot Revive The Congress

Rediff.com1 Jan 2022

In spite of his trying hard he is unable to connect not only with ordinary voters but with most party colleagues as well, observes Virendra Kapoor.

Why you should head to Goa RIGHT NOW!

Why you should head to Goa RIGHT NOW!

Rediff.com26 Nov 2014

'One afternoon, I spotted Karan Johar and film critic Rajeev Masand having tea with Nina Gupta, the head of NFDC, and barged into their meeting.' Aseem Chhabra's IFFI diaries...

Vineeth to play deaf-mute genius Saji Thomas

Vineeth to play deaf-mute genius Saji Thomas

Rediff.com6 Nov 2015

A lowdown on what's happening in the Malayalam film industry.

Diana, Sonam, Disha: Best Dressed Actress? VOTE!

Diana, Sonam, Disha: Best Dressed Actress? VOTE!

Rediff.com25 Nov 2017

Think Diana wins over fashionista Sonam Kapoor?

Kasaravalli: I am still alive

Kasaravalli: I am still alive

Rediff.com29 Nov 2006

South Indian filmmakers are shocked by the lack of awareness at the International Film Festival of India.

'I watch horror movies with my eyes shut'

'I watch horror movies with my eyes shut'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2021

'When I look at my journey in Bollywood, I realise that all of those things were small pieces towards a larger sort of plan, which just had to fall in place the way it did.'

Malayalam directors allege shabby treatment

Malayalam directors allege shabby treatment

Rediff.com28 Nov 2005

'The festival is supporting only Bollywood and mainstream cinema,' they allege.

Can India Deal with Halahal In Amrit Kaal?

Can India Deal with Halahal In Amrit Kaal?

Rediff.com15 Aug 2022

We have our own problems for sure and they are not trivial, but for now, our economy is in not too bad a shape, our politics is as personality-driven and authoritarian as that of most countries in the world. We must make the best of what we have and not be excessively unhappy looking at the grass on the other side of the septic tank which may not be greener after all!, observes Shreekant Sambrani.

'Why can't we win an Oscar?'

'Why can't we win an Oscar?'

Rediff.com7 Dec 2005

Rediff readers chat with movie critic Raja Sen.

When Rekha wanted to be left alone

When Rekha wanted to be left alone

Rediff.com2 Dec 2005

Film by amateur shortlisted for Cannes

Film by amateur shortlisted for Cannes

Rediff.com4 Dec 2004

The film was the outcome of a competition for young filmmakers.

Ready for Ishaan Khatter's Beyond The Clouds?

Ready for Ishaan Khatter's Beyond The Clouds?

Rediff.com29 Jan 2018

Like the posters? Do let us know.

'It took three-and-a-half years to release Thanga Meengal'

'It took three-and-a-half years to release Thanga Meengal'

Rediff.com1 Nov 2013

Thanga Meengal is the only Tamil fillm to be selected for the Indian Panorama at IFFI 201.

Sushmita, Kareena, Shilpa: Who is the hottest this week?

Sushmita, Kareena, Shilpa: Who is the hottest this week?

Rediff.com7 Dec 2017

Have you seen these gorgeous pictures?

Why GDP data is irrelevant to markets

Why GDP data is irrelevant to markets

Rediff.com16 Jun 2021

Large investors track high-frequency data that is immediately available today. That data has been bullish, points out Debashis Basu.

Who wore it better: Kangana or Sridevi?

Who wore it better: Kangana or Sridevi?

Rediff.com29 Dec 2017

The gold sari was styled differently by both stars.

Neelakantha: I always wanted to make a love story

Neelakantha: I always wanted to make a love story

Rediff.com12 Feb 2013

Director Neelakantha talks about his upcoming romantic film Chamak Challo

Sheryln Chopra gears up for Kamasutra 3D

Sheryln Chopra gears up for Kamasutra 3D

Rediff.com23 Nov 2012

Here's what your favourtie Bollywood celebrities are tweeting.

Where is intolerance? India will never be intolerant: Jaitley

Where is intolerance? India will never be intolerant: Jaitley

Rediff.com3 Nov 2015

Asserting that India will never be intolerant, Finance Minister Arun Jaitley on Tuesday rejected the Congress' pitch on the issue, saying opponents must fight political battles politically, and wondered "where is the intolerance".

Will Rajinikanth be BJP's Nitish Kumar in TN?

Will Rajinikanth be BJP's Nitish Kumar in TN?

Rediff.com12 Dec 2020

Nothing would suit the BJP better than to let Rajinikanth be the chief minister and pretend to abide by his spiritual path while quietly consolidating its vote bank, observes Amulya Ganguli.

DD anchor's goof up at film fest goes viral; channel blames lack of staff

DD anchor's goof up at film fest goes viral; channel blames lack of staff

Rediff.com29 Nov 2014

After a clip featuring portions of a "clueless" live presentation by a Doordarshan anchor on the inauguration day of International Film Festival of India went viral on social media, Prasar Bharati has deputed a senior officer to look into the matter.

From NRI engineer to filmmaker

From NRI engineer to filmmaker

Rediff.com14 Dec 2010

Devakatta on Prasthanam and his future plans.

Freida Pinto: I love Bollywood

Freida Pinto: I love Bollywood

Rediff.com29 Nov 2010

The actress changes her mind about 'mindless' films.

Does wearing jeans 'corrupt character'?

Does wearing jeans 'corrupt character'?

Rediff.com25 Nov 2010

Filmmaker Subhash Ghai seems to think so and has asked youngsters to give up wearing them.

Why it pays to invest in family-owned businesses

Why it pays to invest in family-owned businesses

Rediff.com22 Jul 2016

The Mumbai-based brokerage has constructed India Family Firm Index out of listed companies.

Moggina Jade is not impressive

Moggina Jade is not impressive

Rediff.com28 Apr 2008

Moggina Jade is a film for those who want to see artistic films. But this is not a patch on Naidu's previous film, Mussanje, a classic. Moggina Jade focuses on the effect that urbanisation and outsourcing cause on the middle class and the creation of a neo-rich culture in cities.

'Bhansali has never been political'

'Bhansali has never been political'

Rediff.com27 Nov 2017

'Politics has risen around Padmavati, but the film has nothing political in it.'

Online disrupts India's wholesale business

Online disrupts India's wholesale business

Rediff.com30 Nov 2020

Online play is a priority now -- so far unthinkable in a business that's all about a meaningful interface with kirana stores.

Meet Salman's CUTEST co-stars!

Meet Salman's CUTEST co-stars!

Rediff.com27 Jun 2017

Kids love 'Salman uncle'!

Movies: Best of the week

Movies: Best of the week

Rediff.com12 Dec 2005

A selection of the week's finest Movies Stories.

Movies: Best of the week

Movies: Best of the week

Rediff.com5 Dec 2005

A look at the top movies stories this week.