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Why KBC Still SCARES Amitabh Bachchan

Why KBC Still SCARES Amitabh Bachchan

Rediff.com5 Aug 2022

Amitabh Bachchan, surprisingly, feels a sense 'dar' as to how he will conduct himself on KBC.

Indian government to decide fate of IPL, not BCCI: Rijiju

Indian government to decide fate of IPL, not BCCI: Rijiju

Rediff.com24 May 2020

India's sports minister on Sunday said any decision to allow the Indian Premier League to go ahead this year would be taken by the government, not the Board of Control for Cricket in India, and would be based on how well the country has contained the novel coronavirus. Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju said the IPL would go ahead only if there is no risk to public health.

Karan Johar Makes 'Most Violent Film' In India

Karan Johar Makes 'Most Violent Film' In India

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

'The only violence I have had in any film of mine is a slap.' 'When Nikhil narrated the film to me, I was blown away.' 'I was literally screaming out of my chair.'

The Californication contest: Win COOL Prizes!

The Californication contest: Win COOL Prizes!

Rediff.com24 Aug 2015

Answer correctly and win!

'My father's Rath Yatra changed Indian politics'

'My father's Rath Yatra changed Indian politics'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2020

Just six years after his father's Rath Yatra, the BJP came to power in New Delhi in 1996, points out Jayant Advani.

We Indians love binge-watching!

We Indians love binge-watching!

Rediff.com6 Apr 2017

The term binge-watching was the runner up in Oxford Dictionaries Word of the Year in 2013. Indians may have come late to the party a little later, but we're making up for lost time, says Shuma Raha.

'Film-making is a soul-sapping profession'

'Film-making is a soul-sapping profession'

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

'Or because I am getting a s**tload of money.'

IPL: Rohit's form a concern for MI ahead of crucial RCB clash

IPL: Rohit's form a concern for MI ahead of crucial RCB clash

Rediff.com8 May 2023

Captain Rohit Sharma's form with the bat and bowling in the death overs will be a huge concern for hosts Mumbai Indians when they take on Royal Challengers Bangalore on Tuesday.

Why Shah Rukh Needed Action To Revive His Career

Why Shah Rukh Needed Action To Revive His Career

Rediff.com20 Feb 2023

Shah Rukh had outgrown the roles that made him a star -- the menacing, obsessive lover in Darr, the regular guy in Kabhi Haan Kabhi Na or the new age boyfriend in Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge. By the time he entered his 50s, he was struggling to find his feet, explains Vanita Kohli-Khandekar.

Actress Tunisha Sharma's suicide: Co-actor arrested for abetment

Actress Tunisha Sharma's suicide: Co-actor arrested for abetment

Rediff.com25 Dec 2022

Police on Sunday arrested a 27-year old co-actor of television and film actress Tunisha Sharma on the charge of abetting her suicide in Maharashtra's Palghar district, an official said.

Gujarat Titans seek win against resilient Punjab Kings

Gujarat Titans seek win against resilient Punjab Kings

Rediff.com12 Apr 2023

Titans look to forget Rinku Singh's onslaught against Punjab Kings

Pulitzer-winning Indian photojournalist Danish Siddiqui killed in Afghanistan

Pulitzer-winning Indian photojournalist Danish Siddiqui killed in Afghanistan

Rediff.com17 Jul 2021

Danish Siddiqui, in his early 40s, was killed during clashes in Spin Boldak district in Kandahar, Tolo News quoted sources as saying.

'At 57, Shah Rukh is just as energetic as us'

'At 57, Shah Rukh is just as energetic as us'

Rediff.com15 Sep 2023

'We shot the song Zinda Banda for about six days.' 'We were dancing relentlessly for six days to a point when we thought our knees had started making sounds!' 'He was on set, every day, dancing next to us for all those six days.'

IPL: Exciting battle on the cards as MI face SRH

IPL: Exciting battle on the cards as MI face SRH

Rediff.com17 Apr 2023

Five-time champions Mumbai Indians will look to continue their winning momentum when they face a resurgent Sunrisers Hyderabad.

What Indians are watching on Netflix

What Indians are watching on Netflix

Rediff.com1 Jan 2020

Five of the ten most popular shows such as Bard of Blood, Delhi Crime, and Typewriter are Indian.

Mamata sits overnight in 'dharna' against Centre

Mamata sits overnight in 'dharna' against Centre

Rediff.com30 Mar 2023

Banerjee, who is staging a two-day sit-in to protest alleged discrimination by the Centre against the state, had on Wednesday in a change of stance urged all political parties in the country to unitedly fight the Bharatiya Janata Party in next year's Lok Sabha election.

Love Family Dramas? There's So Much To Choose From!

Love Family Dramas? There's So Much To Choose From!

Rediff.com26 Jul 2023

Deepa Gahlot lists 10 popular family shows and films streaming on various platforms.

Ponting concerned over India ODIs

Ponting concerned over India ODIs

Rediff.com8 Feb 2007

Australia and India are set to play three, and possibly five, matches in Belfast, Northern Ireland this June.

KKR's battle for survival; LSG sets sights on playoffs

KKR's battle for survival; LSG sets sights on playoffs

Rediff.com19 May 2023

LSG do not have to fret so much about the mathematical scenarios as a win would be enough for them to seal their back-to-back playoff berth.

PIX: Lauren Gottlieb, Mouni Roy, Ratan Rajput at ITA awards

PIX: Lauren Gottlieb, Mouni Roy, Ratan Rajput at ITA awards

Rediff.com24 Oct 2013

Here's looking at the red carpet star arrivals.

Modi factor driving Indian Americans towards Trump: Survey

Modi factor driving Indian Americans towards Trump: Survey

Rediff.com24 Sep 2020

In many must-win battleground states, Indian Americans comprise a substantial and potentially decisive share of the electorate: 190,000 potential voters in Florida, 120,000 in Michigan, 170,000 in Pennsylvania, 150,000 in Georgia, 110,000 in North Carolina, 165,000 in Virginia, and nearly 470,000 in Texas.

From Shanti to Rang De, UTV has come a long way

From Shanti to Rang De, UTV has come a long way

Rediff.com8 Feb 2007

Over the years, UTV has added businesses to become an integrated media house. UTV's Ronnie Screwvala shares his vision in this interview describing UTV's itinerary to success.

Pakistan bans Indian Premier League broadcast

Pakistan bans Indian Premier League broadcast

Rediff.com22 Mar 2019

The decision comes a month after DSport, the official broadcasters of the Pakistan Premier League (PSL) in India, stopped the coverage of the tournament in protest of the Pulwama terror attack that killed 40 CRPF personnel.

Car crashes into gates of British PM's residence, 1 arrested

Car crashes into gates of British PM's residence, 1 arrested

Rediff.com26 May 2023

'At around 16:20hrs [local time] a car collided with the gates of Downing Street on Whitehall,' the Met Police said in a statement.

Is The Congress Doomed?

Is The Congress Doomed?

Rediff.com7 Dec 2023

The Congress needs to reorganise itself at the grassroots, infuse younger blood, and have more boots on the ground. Just offering freebies is not the answer anymore. Leadership matters, asserts Ramesh Menon.

PIX: When Prem Chopra partied with Zeenat Aman, Ronit Roy

PIX: When Prem Chopra partied with Zeenat Aman, Ronit Roy

Rediff.com5 Oct 2012

Many stars turned up to wish Anu and Shashi Ranjan on their 25th wedding anniversary.

He Has Been Part Of Every Republic Day Parade For 26 Years!

He Has Been Part Of Every Republic Day Parade For 26 Years!

Rediff.com31 Jan 2023

Warrant Officer Ashok Kumar of the Indian Air Force has participated in the Republic Day parade every year for 26 years.

Why can't we create a Big Bang Theory?

Why can't we create a Big Bang Theory?

Rediff.com27 Jun 2020

'Where are the funny writers on Indian television and OTT platforms?' 'Where are the sitcoms?' asks Vanita Kohli Khandekar.

No Indian in ICC T20 WC team, Babar named captain

No Indian in ICC T20 WC team, Babar named captain

Rediff.com15 Nov 2021

'This team was incredibly difficult to select over such a highly competitive tournament. Selections were based predominantly on the Super 12 onward to the final.'

Niche channels set to rule

Niche channels set to rule

Rediff.com22 Dec 2004

Keeping with the changing tastes and preferences of Indian television viewers, niche or specialist channels which cater to a particular interest area or age-group are all set to rule the Indian television industry.

A Film About Sex Not Seen In India Before

A Film About Sex Not Seen In India Before

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

'Agra is about sexuality and sexual repression, and the relationship of sexuality to the physical spaces that we are in.'

Now, a documentary showcasing the 'inside story' of IPL

Now, a documentary showcasing the 'inside story' of IPL

Rediff.com1 Apr 2013

The glitz and glamour of the Indian Premier League is all set to be the subject of a show on the National Geographic channel, which promises to air the unseen 'inside story' of the multi-million dollar Twenty20 event.

PIX: No stopping Alcaraz, Andreescu at Miami Open!

PIX: No stopping Alcaraz, Andreescu at Miami Open!

Rediff.com27 Mar 2023

Carlos Alcaraz swatted aside Serbian Dusan Lajovic as Canadian Bianca Andreescu cruised past American Sofia Kenin in straight sets at Miami Open.

Kohli-Gambhir spat causes stir off the field too

Kohli-Gambhir spat causes stir off the field too

Rediff.com5 May 2023

The intense exchange between Kohli and Gambhir caused a stir on national television.

2 students from Telangana drown in US on Thanksgiving weekend

2 students from Telangana drown in US on Thanksgiving weekend

Rediff.com28 Nov 2022

In a tragic incident, two Indian students from Telangana drowned in the Lake of the Ozarks in the US state of Missouri during the Thanksgiving weekend, according to the police.

SC asks Centre, Manipur to ensure people's safety; urges to avoid hate speech

SC asks Centre, Manipur to ensure people's safety; urges to avoid hate speech

Rediff.com11 Jul 2023

The top court also took note of the submissions about objectionable public utterances by some groups and individuals.

India, Pak form JWG to look into media issues

India, Pak form JWG to look into media issues

Rediff.com4 Oct 2005

The JWG will look into the lifting on the Pakistani ban on Indian TV channels.

10 Must Watch Hostage Dramas On OTT

10 Must Watch Hostage Dramas On OTT

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

Deepa Gahlot lists some interesting made-for-OTT hostage dramas that you can watch.

'Streaming has to be disciplined'

'Streaming has to be disciplined'

Rediff.com27 Aug 2022

'Streaming will get to 100-200 million subscribers, but the journey is not as rose-tinted.'

Tunisha's mother breaks silence, says Sheezan used her daughter

Tunisha's mother breaks silence, says Sheezan used her daughter

Rediff.com26 Dec 2022

According to police, the 21-year-old actress allegedly died by suicide in the washroom on the set of a serial in Vasai area of Palghar on Saturday.