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Want An '80s Makeover? Try These Prompts For Instagram's Viral AI Trend

Want An '80s Makeover? Try These Prompts For Instagram's Viral AI Trend

Rediff.com6 days ago

Remember when photographs had film grain, hairstyles had volume and nobody had to worry about accidentally taking 47 identical selfies? The 1980s are back on Instagram, thanks to AI.

CJP's Instagram account taken down on I-Day, restored later

CJP's Instagram account taken down on I-Day, restored later

Rediff.com15 Aug 2026

The official Instagram account of the Cockroach Janta Party (CJP) was temporarily taken down on Independence Day, prompting the outfit to allege an attempt to silence its voice. The account was later restored, and the CJP, known for its student-centric campaigns, vowed not to be intimidated.

Modi posts fresh video on Instagram, thanks everyone for support

Modi posts fresh video on Instagram, thanks everyone for support

Rediff.com25 Jul 2026

Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced a new bill to introduce strict laws against paper leaks, following public demand and student protests. The announcement was made via an Instagram video that also set a new world record for views.

Parliament to grill Instagram, other social media platforms on user privacy

Parliament to grill Instagram, other social media platforms on user privacy

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

An Indian Parliamentary panel has summoned major social media platforms like Meta, Google, X, and Snapchat, along with MeitY and Home Affairs officials, to discuss the regulation of digital platforms. The meeting, scheduled for August 3, will focus on user privacy, public order, and the platforms' role in recent protests.

After NEET backlash, BJP turns to Instagram to win back young voters

After NEET backlash, BJP turns to Instagram to win back young voters

Rediff.com28 Jul 2026

The BJP is significantly increasing its digital engagement with young people on Instagram, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and several Union ministers, in response to the NEET-UG paper leak controversy and subsequent student protests. This strategic shift aims to counter the narrative and communicate government actions on examination reforms.

Sharvari, Rashmika, Rakul: Bollywood Welcomes Bappa Home!

Sharvari, Rashmika, Rakul: Bollywood Welcomes Bappa Home!

Rediff.com1 hour ago

Bollywood celebs Pooja Hegde, Rashmika Mandanna, Ananya Panday, Sharvari kickstart Ganesh Chaturthi festivities with much joy and devotion.

Govt summons Meta over Instagram ads promoting child abuse material

Govt summons Meta over Instagram ads promoting child abuse material

Rediff.com3 Jul 2026

India's IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has directed officials to summon Meta regarding Instagram ads promoting child sexual abuse material, following a BBC investigation. This action comes shortly after the government also questioned Meta about WhatsApp's planned username feature, citing concerns over increased online fraud and cybercrimes.

Bigg Boss 20: Meet Badshah's Ex Isha Rikhi

Bigg Boss 20: Meet Badshah's Ex Isha Rikhi

Rediff.com48 minutes ago

Explore the intriguing journey of Isha Rikhi, the Punjabi actress and model currently making waves on Bigg Boss 20, as she navigates her career and recent high-profile separation from rapper Badshah.

Bigg Boss 20: Just Who Is Love Gill?

Bigg Boss 20: Just Who Is Love Gill?

Rediff.com1 days ago

Lovepreet Gill, Punjabi model and actress, is making a significant impact as a strong contestant on Bigg Boss 20.

Alia Bhatt, Kiara Advani's Trending Blouse Designs

Alia Bhatt, Kiara Advani's Trending Blouse Designs

Rediff.com1 hour ago

The sari may be timeless, but the blouse is having a serious main-character moment. From giant bows and corsets to dramatic back details, halter necks and sheer overlays, celebrities are proving that the right blouse can completely change the personality of a sari.

Kohli, Rahane, Pujara extend greetings on Ganesh Chaturthi

Kohli, Rahane, Pujara extend greetings on Ganesh Chaturthi

Rediff.com1 days ago

Indian cricketers Virat Kohli, Shikhar Dhawan, Ajinkya Rahane, and Cheteshwar Pujara took to social media to extend their warm wishes to fans on the auspicious occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi, sharing messages of peace, health, and prosperity.

Kriti Sanon, Ananya Panday's Hair Colouring Tips

Kriti Sanon, Ananya Panday's Hair Colouring Tips

Rediff.com1 days ago

Want to switch up your hair colour but not quite ready for a dramatic transformation? We get it. Here are some celeb-approved tips.

Let Your Favourite Ganesh Avatar Decide Your Look!

Let Your Favourite Ganesh Avatar Decide Your Look!

Rediff.com2 days ago

Every home welcomes Ganpati in its own special way. Some idols are playful and mischievous, some look calm and peaceful, while others have a grand, regal presence.

Wow! Ananya, Kareena Get The Viral '80s Makeover

Wow! Ananya, Kareena Get The Viral '80s Makeover

Rediff.com5 days ago

The 80s never did subtle, and these AI makeovers prove it with the huge hair, shoulder pads, oversized hoops, acid-wash denim and makeup with zero chill.

Tamannaah, Sreeleela Revel In The '80s Magic

Tamannaah, Sreeleela Revel In The '80s Magic

Rediff.com5 days ago

The '80s weren't exactly known for subtlety, and these AI makeovers prove it. The sky-high hair, dramatic shoulder pads, oversized hoops, acid-wash denim, bold colours and makeup definitely didn't believe in going easy.

Govt cracks whip on Meta over child sexual abuse material on Instagram

Govt cracks whip on Meta over child sexual abuse material on Instagram

Rediff.com5 Jul 2026

The government has issued a stern notice to Meta on Child Sexual Exploitative and Abuse Material (CSEAM) in paid advertisements on Instagram, sources said on Sunday.

Katrina-Vicky, Parineeti-Raghav Have Fun With The '80s Trend

Katrina-Vicky, Parineeti-Raghav Have Fun With The '80s Trend

Rediff.com5 days ago

Forget coordinated Instagram outfits. If these celebrity couples had lived in the '80s, matching denim, neon windbreakers, giant hoops and oversized sunglasses would have been their love language.

Deepika, Ranveer's Cute Moments With Dua

Deepika, Ranveer's Cute Moments With Dua

Rediff.com6 days ago

Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh delight fans by sharing intimate black-and-white photographs with their daughter.

Meta executives quizzed by NCPCR over child abuse material ads

Meta executives quizzed by NCPCR over child abuse material ads

Rediff.com6 days ago

Senior executives from Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, appeared before India's child rights body, NCPCR, for questioning regarding alleged advertisements promoting child sexual exploitative and abuse material (CSEAM) on its platforms. This follows a BBC report and a stern notice from the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) to Meta over the issue.

Meta Faces Child Safety Probe In India

Meta Faces Child Safety Probe In India

Rediff.com7 days ago

The company's India head, Arun Srinivas, has been summoned by the child rights body on Thursday.

Hardik Pandya Is Living Life Kingsize!

Hardik Pandya Is Living Life Kingsize!

Rediff.com6 days ago

Hardik Pandya, who has been sidelined from the Indian team for the last 7-8 months due to a quadriceps injury, has been enjoying recovery time with his loved one and away from the limelight.

Watch: Samantha's Traditional Baby Shower

Watch: Samantha's Traditional Baby Shower

Rediff.com19 hours ago

Samantha shares pictures from her baby shower ceremony at the Isha Foundation.

Suhana Khan, Pratibha Ranta's Unexpected...

Suhana Khan, Pratibha Ranta's Unexpected...

Rediff.com7 days ago

Some colour combinations just make sense. Black and white, blue and denim, pink and red -- we've seen them all before.

Why Janhvi Kapoor, Kalyani Priyadarshan Say, 'Watch Your Back'

Why Janhvi Kapoor, Kalyani Priyadarshan Say, 'Watch Your Back'

Rediff.com7 days ago

Why should the front of your outfit get all the attention? Celebrities are turning around the traditional jewellery rulebook and proving that the back can be just as glamorous, dramatic and deserving of a close-up.

'Mirzapur Has Changed The Scale At Which My Work Was Being Seen'

'Mirzapur Has Changed The Scale At Which My Work Was Being Seen'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'Morally ambiguous characters are most interesting to play.'

Meta restricts viral AI video of Keralam CM Satheesan dancing

Meta restricts viral AI video of Keralam CM Satheesan dancing

Rediff.com1 days ago

Meta has restricted access in India to a viral AI-generated video depicting Kerala Chief Minister VD Satheesan dancing with KSEB officials. The video, which garnered 1.78 crore views, was restricted following a legal request, though the creators believe it wasn't due to the CM's objection, as he had previously expressed excitement about it.

K L Rahul Welcomes Ganpati

K L Rahul Welcomes Ganpati

Rediff.com1 hour ago

KL Rahul marked Ganesh Chaturthi with prayers and festive cheer at home, sharing a glimpse of the celebrations with his fans on Instagram.

Bangladesh Captain Litton Das Celebrates Ganesh Chaturthi

Bangladesh Captain Litton Das Celebrates Ganesh Chaturthi

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Bangladesh Captain Litton Das celebrated Ganesh Chaturthi with his wife and daughter.

Nitibha, Krithi, Nagma's Perfect Neckline Guide

Nitibha, Krithi, Nagma's Perfect Neckline Guide

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

The right neckline can do more than just make an outfit look pretty. It can elongate your neck, balance your proportions, soften sharper features or beautifully frame your face.

Farah Khan's Emotional Goodbye To Her Children

Farah Khan's Emotional Goodbye To Her Children

Rediff.com7 Sep 2026

Farah Khan shared an emotional farewell as her triplets, Czar, Diva, and Anya, embarked on their university journeys across three different cities in the US.

Sooryavanshi's Sledge Rattles Tilak Varma

Sooryavanshi's Sledge Rattles Tilak Varma

Rediff.com4 days ago

Vaibhav Sooryavanshi gave Tilak Varma a taste of his sledging medicine, sparking a heated exchange that caught the attention of umpires and fans alike.

Zendaya@30: Her 30 Iconic Fashion Moments

Zendaya@30: Her 30 Iconic Fashion Moments

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

Explore the unparalleled style evolution of Zendaya, the ultimate couture chameleon, as we celebrate 30 of her most iconic and unforgettable fashion moments.

Janmashtami 2026: How To Dress In The Colours Of Krishna

Janmashtami 2026: How To Dress In The Colours Of Krishna

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

Janmashtami is as much a feast for the eyes as it is a celebration of Lord Krishna.

Gurugram Biker Hit-And-Run: Gym Owner Arrested On Attempt To Murder Charges

Gurugram Biker Hit-And-Run: Gym Owner Arrested On Attempt To Murder Charges

Rediff.com16 hours ago

A 33-year-old gym owner, Kalyan Bainsla, has been arrested in Rajasthan for allegedly ramming his car into a woman biker, Shivani Chauhan, on Gurugram's Golf Course Road. The incident, captured on video, led to charges of attempt to murder and stalking after police investigation revealed alleged indecent comments and deliberate intent to harm. Bainsla's cousin and another friend have also been detained.

Yuvraj Singh's Birthday Message for Abhishek Sharma Goes Viral

Yuvraj Singh's Birthday Message for Abhishek Sharma Goes Viral

Rediff.com4 Sep 2026

Cricket legend Yuvraj Singh led birthday wishes for young India batter Abhishek Sharma, praising his explosive talent and personal growth, while his sister Komal Sharma also shared an emotional message.

Shubman Gill Shares Birthday Moments With Family

Shubman Gill Shares Birthday Moments With Family

Rediff.com7 days ago

Shubman Gill celebrated his 27th birthday with his family, reflecting on a remarkable rise from Fazilka to becoming one of India's leading batters.

Guess How Much Janhvi's Versace Gown Costs?

Guess How Much Janhvi's Versace Gown Costs?

Rediff.com1 Sep 2026

Bollywood's divas glam up August with unusual glamour.

Dhoni, Kohli Get Stunning 80s Makeover

Dhoni, Kohli Get Stunning 80s Makeover

Rediff.com6 days ago

AI has taken Indian sports stars back to the 1980s, and the results are getting plenty of attention online. From retro hairstyles to colourful outfits, cricketers and athletes are enjoying the viral trend and sharing their vintage avatars with fans.

Gurugram Gym Owner Nabbed For Attempted Murder, Stalking Woman Biker

Gurugram Gym Owner Nabbed For Attempted Murder, Stalking Woman Biker

Rediff.com15 hours ago

A gym owner has been arrested in Rajasthan for allegedly ramming his car into a woman biker in Gurugram, knocking her off her vehicle. The incident, captured on video, led to charges of attempt to murder and stalking after the victim claimed the accused made indecent comments and deliberately hit her. The accused, Kalyan Bainsla, along with a cousin, was apprehended after a two-day search.

Driver arrested from Rajasthan in Gurugram biker hit-and-run case

Driver arrested from Rajasthan in Gurugram biker hit-and-run case

Rediff.com22 hours ago

Gurugram police have escalated charges to attempt to murder against Kalyan Bainsla after woman biker Shivani Chauhan (Sia) released a new video alleging deliberate targeting in a hit-and-run incident, raising serious road safety concerns.