News for 'Javed Akhtar'

Zoya Akhtar: Do what you love, money will come

Zoya Akhtar: Do what you love, money will come

Rediff.com28 Oct 2011

The director of Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara shares her take on life and career.

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".

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.

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.

Revealed! What you didn't know about Amitabh's Deewar

Revealed! What you didn't know about Amitabh's Deewar

Rediff.com11 Oct 2019

At the launch of Khalid Mohamed's latest book, The Aladia Sisters, Karan Johar got Javed Akhtar and Anil Kapoor to reveal a few secrets.

Issue NBW against Kangana: Akhtar's plea in court

Issue NBW against Kangana: Akhtar's plea in court

Rediff.com13 Dec 2021

Veteran scriptwriter-lyricist Javed Akhtar on Monday moved a plea before a court here seeking issuance of a non-bailable warrant against Bollywood actor Kangana Ranaut in a criminal defamation case filed by him against her.

Who Is This Actress?

Who Is This Actress?

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

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

Rest Well, Pandit Shivkumar Sharma

Rest Well, Pandit Shivkumar Sharma

Rediff.com11 May 2022

Celebrities from the music fraternity paid their respects to Panditji at his State funeral in north west 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.'

Happy 70th, Javedsaab: A life in pictures

Happy 70th, Javedsaab: A life in pictures

Rediff.com16 Jan 2015

As he turns 70 on January 17, we present a glimpse into his world.

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.

'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.'

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.

Katrina-Vicky's Movie Date Night

Katrina-Vicky's Movie Date Night

Rediff.com30 Nov 2023

Meghna Gulzar screened her new film Sam Bahadur for friends and colleagues in the film industry in Mumbai.

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.

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.'

Babar forced out: Miandad, Akhtar furious at PCB

Babar forced out: Miandad, Akhtar furious at PCB

Rediff.com19 Nov 2023

'There was no need to remove Babar from the captaincy. They have acted in haste'

Farhan's Daughters Add to the FUN Wedding

Farhan's Daughters Add to the FUN Wedding

Rediff.com23 Feb 2022

Shibani Dandekar and Farhan Akhtar's perfect wedding was attended by family and close friends.

The Stars in Divya Dutta's Life

The Stars in Divya Dutta's Life

Rediff.com11 Nov 2021

Love surrounded Divya Dutta as she launched her second book.

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.

'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.'

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?'

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.

Ranveer Promises To Make AB, SRK Proud

Ranveer Promises To Make AB, SRK Proud

Rediff.com10 Aug 2023

'I understand what a great responsibility it is to be a part of the Don dynasty. I hope the audience gives me a chance and showers me with love, the way they have for numerous characters over the past so many years.'

Mrunal Stuns Pippa Screening

Mrunal Stuns Pippa Screening

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

Pippa will be streamed on Amazon Prime from November 10.

A night of poetry with Aditi, Divya, Neena, Vidya...

A night of poetry with Aditi, Divya, Neena, Vidya...

Rediff.com11 Jan 2019

Remembering a legend!

'I told Agastya's mother, 'Your son will be a star'

'I told Agastya's mother, 'Your son will be a star'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2023

Audiences have not seen a hero like Agastya since Rishi Kapoor in Bobby.'

Dance To These Songs This Navratri

Dance To These Songs This Navratri

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

Sukanya Verma curates a Navratri special playlist just for you to give those festivities a touch of Bollywood style dazzle.

'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.'

30 RD Burman Gems You May Not Have Heard

30 RD Burman Gems You May Not Have Heard

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

Sukanya Verma remembers the Boss in 30 of his underrated, overlooked gems in Hindi film music.

Proof Why Ananya-Malaika Are So Stylish

Proof Why Ananya-Malaika Are So Stylish

Rediff.com3 May 2024

Film folk raised Mumbai's summer temperatures even higher when they walked the red carpet at the second edition of the Bollywood Hungama's Style Icons Summit and Awards 2024 on May 2.

What's Missing In Angry Young Men

What's Missing In Angry Young Men

Rediff.com23 Aug 2024

Angry Young Men misses some important elements of the Salim-Javed story including an understanding of the duo's creative process. In fact, the two men do not even appear together in the same space in the series.

When I Attended The Bachchans' Holi Party

When I Attended The Bachchans' Holi Party

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

The Bachchan family have this knack of going out of their way to make you feel extremely comfortable.

Want to Know What Uorfi Javed Is Really Like?

Want to Know What Uorfi Javed Is Really Like?

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

Amazon Prime Video has announced a huge number of assorted Web series and movies, and the slate sure looks interesting.

Salman, Aamir Pay Homage To Pamela Chopra

Salman, Aamir Pay Homage To Pamela Chopra

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

Three days after their mother Pamela Chopra passed into the ages on April 20, Aditya and Uday Chopra held a prayer meet at their residence.

Is Kunal Kamra obsessed with controversies?

Is Kunal Kamra obsessed with controversies?

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra has once again found himself at the center of a controversy, this time for his comments about Maharashtra's Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. Kamra has been a controversial figure for years, with his comedy often targeting politicians and other public figures. This latest incident has led to a backlash from Shinde's supporters, who have vandalized the venue of Kamra's show. Kamra has a history of making controversial remarks, including heckling a TV anchor on a flight and making comments about the judiciary.

'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.'

Zanjeer@50: The Gamble That Paid Off

Zanjeer@50: The Gamble That Paid Off

Rediff.com18 May 2023

'I could tell there was an extraordinary intensity about Amitabh Bachchan even in bad films.' 'Kuch baat thi.' 'Salim saab and I insisted on casting him in Zanjeer.'

PIX: Aamir, Shabana-Javed, Shraddha watch Margarita, With A Straw

PIX: Aamir, Shabana-Javed, Shraddha watch Margarita, With A Straw

Rediff.com9 Apr 2015

Check out the star arrivals.

Shatrughan Sinha, Aamir Khan donate money to Uttarakhand victims

Shatrughan Sinha, Aamir Khan donate money to Uttarakhand victims

Rediff.com4 Jul 2013

Here's what your favourite Bollywood celebrities are tweeting.