News for 'Javed Akhtar'

The Roshans Review: Delightful!

The Roshans Review: Delightful!

Rediff.com17 Jan 2025

The Roshans is somewhat like leafing through a glossy coffee table book full of trivia -- no depth, but such a shiny collection of memories, observes Deepa Gahlot.

PIX: Shah Rukh parties with Zoya Akhtar

PIX: Shah Rukh parties with Zoya Akhtar

Rediff.com14 Oct 2018

Happy birthday Zoya!

PIX: Farhan, Javed-Shabana, Alia celebrate Holi

PIX: Farhan, Javed-Shabana, Alia celebrate Holi

Rediff.com9 Mar 2015

Here's how filmi folks ushered in the festival of colours!

What are Farhan Akhtar, Anupam Kher doing together?

What are Farhan Akhtar, Anupam Kher doing together?

Rediff.com5 Jan 2021

A special screening of Satish Kaushik's Kaagaz, starring Pankaj Tripathi, was held in Mumbai.

'Sholay Is 'Dadagiri' Cinematography'

'Sholay Is 'Dadagiri' Cinematography'

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

'The way the anticipation is built up for Gabbar Singh's introduction scene with sound, image and details of his personality, like the combat boots he wears.' 'The camera comes so close -- not a tele lens shot, but a wide-angle close-up -- that you can almost smell Gabbar's breath.'

Paying Homage To Shyam Babu

Paying Homage To Shyam Babu

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

Actors, directors and admirers mourned legendary filmmaker Shyam Benegal on Saturday evening.

Soha Cheers For Kunal

Soha Cheers For Kunal

Rediff.com18 Mar 2024

Kunal Kemmu makes his directorial debut with Madgaon Express, and his wife, Soha Ali Khan, was among his biggest cheerleaders at a special screening in Mumbai.

'No one knows what's going on in Farhan's mind'

'No one knows what's going on in Farhan's mind'

Rediff.com10 Jan 2024

'I can't wait to see Farhan direct again. We are a collaborating on a project. Hopefully, it would live up to the audiences' and my expectations of Farhan.'

Kiara To Star In Don 3

Kiara To Star In Don 3

Rediff.com20 Feb 2024

Farhan has revealed that Kiara Advani will join the cast, opposite Ranveer Singh.

The Birthday Song Sonu Nigam Sang

The Birthday Song Sonu Nigam Sang

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

Sonu Nigam chose a unique way to celebrate his 51st birthday on July 30.

What Gift Did Farhan Get From Dad?

What Gift Did Farhan Get From Dad?

Rediff.com10 Jan 2023

Javed Akhtar picked son Farhan Akhtar's birthday on January 9 to release his coffee table book, Jadunama.

'Bahut, Bahut Mubarak Ho India Ko'

'Bahut, Bahut Mubarak Ho India Ko'

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

Cricket lovers across the globe flooded social media to celebrate the Indian cricket team and congratulate the Rohit Sharma-led squad on winning the ICC Champions Trophy in Dubai on Sunday, March 9.

'Why Haven't Amitabh, Salman, Shah Rukh Learnt Marathi?'

'Why Haven't Amitabh, Salman, Shah Rukh Learnt Marathi?'

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

'There are tall personalities who have utilised Mumbai and Maharashtra for their career growth, but they never thought it is their responsibility to learn Marathi.'

'Salman Has A Really Soft Corner For His Dad'

'Salman Has A Really Soft Corner For His Dad'

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

'Salman wanted to do the interview properly. That's why he was nervous, you know, that dad should be happy.'

Looking At Varun's 'Happy Place'

Looking At Varun's 'Happy Place'

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

Aahana-Karisma make new friends... Divya takes a taxi ride... Nia goes bungee-jumping...

How Don Got Its Breathless Pace

How Don Got Its Breathless Pace

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

'While shooting the Don song, Chandra Barot ordered 30-40 paans and insisted Amitabh Bachchan eat them all.'

The Last Pictures Of Satish Kaushik's Life

The Last Pictures Of Satish Kaushik's Life

Rediff.com9 Mar 2023

Satish Kaushik's last pictures on Instagram saw him laughing and partying with friends.

Dia Wants To Hijack!

Dia Wants To Hijack!

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

Farah's fangirl moment with... Sonam celebrates Vayu's 2nd birthday... Sidharth turns chef...

Farhan Akhtar's BEAUTIFUL life

Farhan Akhtar's BEAUTIFUL life

Rediff.com19 Jan 2021

Namrata Thakker takes a peek into Farhan's life through these pictures.

'Why Must I Put My Head On A Chopper?'

'Why Must I Put My Head On A Chopper?'

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

'Once in a while, I flirt with the idea of direction.' 'If I direct, it will be a human story that touches me.' 'I'm nervous of forcing myself into making a socially relevant film.'

Never said we'd change Constitution for Muslim quota: Shivakumar

Never said we'd change Constitution for Muslim quota: Shivakumar

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar denied on Monday making any comments regarding changing the Constitution to accommodate four per cent reservation for Muslims in the state. He claimed he was "misquoted" and warned of moving a breach of privilege motion. Shivakumar's remarks came after the BJP forced repeated adjournments in the Lok Sabha over his alleged comments on the matter. The BJP has accused Shivakumar of seeking to change the Constitution for political gain, highlighting the ongoing controversy surrounding reservation policies in India.

Javed, Shabana and Farhan sip Koffee

Javed, Shabana and Farhan sip Koffee

Rediff.com9 Aug 2007

Karan Johar talks to Javed and Farhan Akhtar and Shabana Azmi about marriage and movies.

Aamir To Do A Superhero Film

Aamir To Do A Superhero Film

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

Aamir is also reuniting with PK Director Rajkumar Hirani for a biopic on Dadasaheb Phalke, the Father of Indian Cinema.

Meet The *Real* Stars Of Sholay

Meet The *Real* Stars Of Sholay

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

Salim-Javed became the first Hindi film writers who could be considered brands, and they are still boldface names, celebrities in their own right, chronicles Dinesh Raheja.

Remember what we do when...: Fadnavis on 'cold war' with Shinde buzz

Remember what we do when...: Fadnavis on 'cold war' with Shinde buzz

Rediff.com3 Mar 2025

"It is just that Fadnavis and I have swapped our chairs. Only Ajit Pawar's chair is fixed," said Shinde, who was the CM before the assembly elections with Fadnavis and Pawar as his deputies then.

First look: Javed and Shabana play Holi

First look: Javed and Shabana play Holi

Rediff.com5 Mar 2007

A charming photograph from one of the more intimate Bollywood parties.

Zoya Akhtar to direct Farhan again

Zoya Akhtar to direct Farhan again

Rediff.com29 Oct 2009

After directing her brother Farhan Akhtar in her debut Luck By Chance, Zoya is all set to repeat him in her next project.

Who Is This Actress?

Who Is This Actress?

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

What Sobhita is reading... Hansika cleans her home... Pooja is in awe...

'I Will Always Be Remembered For Don'

'I Will Always Be Remembered For Don'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

'Don was declared a flop because not many people turned up.' 'Luckily, Khaike Paan Banaraswala became a big hit.' 'Word of mouth publicity led to the film becoming a big hit from the second week on.'

Dua, Zuneyra, Ilai: What These Celeb Baby Names Mean

Dua, Zuneyra, Ilai: What These Celeb Baby Names Mean

Rediff.com11 Nov 2024

This year saw a lot of celebrities embracing parenthood, and they have given the Class of 2024 some unusual names.

Filmi Family Tree: Know Farhan Akhtar's super successful cousins?

Filmi Family Tree: Know Farhan Akhtar's super successful cousins?

Rediff.com15 Oct 2013

Test your filmi gyaan, right here!

Saba-Hrithik On A Movie Date

Saba-Hrithik On A Movie Date

Rediff.com6 Dec 2023

Bollywood couples didn't mind a midweek date, as they stepped out to watch Zoya Akhtar's new OTT film, The Archies at the Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre in Mumbai.

PIX: Deepti Naval, Javed Akhtar, Supriya Pathak at Farooque Sheikh's condolence meet

PIX: Deepti Naval, Javed Akhtar, Supriya Pathak at Farooque Sheikh's condolence meet

Rediff.com31 Dec 2013

The veteran actor passed away on December 28 in Dubai.

Superboys Of Malegaon Review: Must Watch

Superboys Of Malegaon Review: Must Watch

Rediff.com28 Feb 2025

Superboys of Malegaon is a delight to watch, raves Deepa Gahlot.

'News From Pahalgam Is Heartbreaking'

'News From Pahalgam Is Heartbreaking'

Rediff.com23 Apr 2025

'Innocent lives lost. Tourists, families, people who were just... living. Seeking beauty. Seeking peace. And now there's only grief.'

Shabana, Naseer part of tukde tukde gang's sleeper cell: MP minister

Shabana, Naseer part of tukde tukde gang's sleeper cell: MP minister

Rediff.com4 Sep 2022

He accused them of not condemning the murder of a tailor in Rajasthan's Udaipur city and the recent incident of a woman set ablaze in Jharkhand, and said this reflects their "cheap mentality".

How Sholay, Deewar, Aandhi Changed Cinema

How Sholay, Deewar, Aandhi Changed Cinema

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

'Do films today even have the courage to question the establishment?'

'The World, My World, Will Never Be The Same'

'The World, My World, Will Never Be The Same'

Rediff.com24 Dec 2024

'Shyam babu, you will always be with us through your films, your laughter and your wise and kind words.'

Filmi Family Tree: Know Farhan Akhtar's famous cousin in Bollywood

Filmi Family Tree: Know Farhan Akhtar's famous cousin in Bollywood

Rediff.com4 Feb 2014

Think you know all about your favourite film stars? Take this quiz to find out!

IMA adopts Akhtar's song for platinum jubilee

IMA adopts Akhtar's song for platinum jubilee

Rediff.com1 Oct 2007

Sonu Nigam has sung the song titled Bharat Mata Teri Kasam whose music has been composed by Raju Singh.