News for 'Jaya Bachchan'

Why Manoj Kumar Stopped Making Movies

Why Manoj Kumar Stopped Making Movies

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

'I am not a greedy film person, even as an actor.' 'While my contemporaries Dharmendra and Shashi Kapoor acted in nearly 300 films each, I've done hardly 35 films in my entire career.'

PIX: Amitabh Bachchan, DiCaprio at Great Gatsby world premiere

PIX: Amitabh Bachchan, DiCaprio at Great Gatsby world premiere

Rediff.com2 May 2013

The veteran actor stole the limelight at the film's starry premeire in New York.

Jaya case before Kalam

Jaya case before Kalam

Rediff.com6 Mar 2006

Why Sholay Never Got A Sequel

Why Sholay Never Got A Sequel

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

What if Sholay were produced now, in our technologically advanced era, with AI vying for our attention?, asks Atanu Biswas.

'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.'

PIX: Bachchans, Bhansali, Remo, Kabir Khan at National Awards

PIX: Bachchans, Bhansali, Remo, Kabir Khan at National Awards

Rediff.com4 May 2016

Check out the winners of the 63rd National Film Awards.

SC dismisses Jaya's petition on RS seat

SC dismisses Jaya's petition on RS seat

Rediff.com8 May 2006

Sonia Gandhi, who was also embroiled in the controversy is seeking re-election today.

'Shaji Karun Was The Last Real Master Filmmaker'

'Shaji Karun Was The Last Real Master Filmmaker'

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

'He was a tremendous artist of a very high order, gone too soon. He not only reshaped the visual language of Indian Cinema through his cinematography in Aravindan's films, Shaji sir gave us all a sense of direction through his mainstream work as a cameraman.'

'Everyone Wanted To Know Why I Had Killed Off Amitabh'

'Everyone Wanted To Know Why I Had Killed Off Amitabh'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

'I make films which I think have the possibility of being liked by a majority of people, and you present it with the right emotions.'

Jaya takes on Raj; MNS, SP activists clash

Jaya takes on Raj; MNS, SP activists clash

Rediff.com3 Feb 2008

The clash between SP and MNS activists in Mumbai took place before the start of the rally at Shivaji Park, where top leaders of UNPA were due to speak.

Kangana Steps On The Political Road

Kangana Steps On The Political Road

Rediff.com2 Apr 2024

Days after announcing her joining the BJP party, Kangana Ranaut is taking her political stint rather seriously.

Bachchans, SRK-Gauri: The Longest Marriages in Bollywood

Bachchans, SRK-Gauri: The Longest Marriages in Bollywood

Rediff.com3 Jun 2014

Amitabh and Jaya Bachchan celebrate their 41st wedding anniversary today.

Pics: Three generations of the Bachchans in one frame

Pics: Three generations of the Bachchans in one frame

Rediff.com4 Aug 2017

Take a look at the best red carpet looks from the Vogue Beauty Awards 2017.

The 70 Best Films Of Amitabh Bachchan -- III

The 70 Best Films Of Amitabh Bachchan -- III

Rediff.com10 Oct 2012

Here's presenting the third part of the special series, celebrating the icon's 70th birthday on October 11.

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?'

Mukul Roy, Jaya, Deshmukh file papers for RS polls

Mukul Roy, Jaya, Deshmukh file papers for RS polls

Rediff.com17 Mar 2012

Union ministers Vilasrao Deshmukh and Mukul Roy, actor-turned-politician Jaya Bachchan and Bharatiya Janata party leader Vinay Katiyar were among eight candidates who filed their nomination papers on Saturday for the Rajya Sabha biennial polls. The last day for filing of nominations for the March 30 elections is March 19. All the eight candidates filed their papers before the Returning Officers of the state assemblies concerned.

Meet The Desi Archies

Meet The Desi Archies

Rediff.com14 May 2022

The young actors will play beloved characters from the hugely popular Archie Comics.

Amitabh, Jaya, Kiara arrive for Isha Ambani's wedding

Amitabh, Jaya, Kiara arrive for Isha Ambani's wedding

Rediff.com12 Dec 2018

The guests have started coming in.

EC rejects bias charges in Jaya case

EC rejects bias charges in Jaya case

Rediff.com10 Mar 2006

On a petition for disqualification against another SP leader, Amar Singh, Chief Election Commissioner B B Tandon told reporters that a notice would be sent to him soon. \n

Alia's Romantic Holiday With Ranbir

Alia's Romantic Holiday With Ranbir

Rediff.com28 Mar 2023

Alia Bhatt spent her 30th birthday on March 15 in London, with her family. She reveals some more beautiful moments from her vacation.

BJP's Sanjay Seth wins 8th RS seat in UP with help from SP's MLAs

BJP's Sanjay Seth wins 8th RS seat in UP with help from SP's MLAs

Rediff.com28 Feb 2024

Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Ministers Keshav Prasad Maurya and Brajesh Pathak said on Tuesday night that all the eight candidates of the Bharatiya Janata Party have won in the Rajya Sabha elections from the state.

Why Sholay's Basanti Is Every Woman's Hero

Why Sholay's Basanti Is Every Woman's Hero

Rediff.com15 Aug 2025

Sholay's Basanti is the face of women's empowerment and gender equality. That's why, half a century after the movie first released, we're still talking about her.

Kalam yet to decide on Jaya's disqualification

Kalam yet to decide on Jaya's disqualification

Rediff.com8 Mar 2006

"I got the report of the Election Commission and I am studying it," he told reporters

Why Kishore Kumar Stopped Singing For Abhimaan

Why Kishore Kumar Stopped Singing For Abhimaan

Rediff.com27 Jul 2023

Ever wondered why Hrishikesh Mukherjee's 1973 musical Abhimaan, the story of two singers who happened to be married to one another, has three voices singing for Amitabh Bachchan but only one voice, Lata Mangeshkar, for Jaya Bachchan?

When Amitabh Bachchan Came Home

When Amitabh Bachchan Came Home

Rediff.com11 Oct 2021

I panicked and suggested he cancel his long-promised visit, recalls Subhash K Jha.

Why Sitaare Zameen Par Was 'Indianised'

Why Sitaare Zameen Par Was 'Indianised'

Rediff.com19 Jun 2025

'What is fascinating about Aamir sir is that the audience in him is still alive and throbbing.' 'He still cries. He still laughs.'

Juhu bungalow row: Bachchans told to file representation to BMC in 2 weeks

Juhu bungalow row: Bachchans told to file representation to BMC in 2 weeks

Rediff.com23 Feb 2022

A division bench of Justices R D Dhanuka and S M Modak directed them to file a representation to the BMC within two weeks.

Aishwarya, Abhishek Attend Ambani Party

Aishwarya, Abhishek Attend Ambani Party

Rediff.com4 Mar 2024

The star-studded, pre-wedding festivities of Radhika Merchant and Anant Ambani spilled over to Day 3, as celebs continued to have a grand time in Jamnagar.

PIX: Chiranjeevi celebrates birthday with Bachchans, Sridevi, Kamal Haasan

PIX: Chiranjeevi celebrates birthday with Bachchans, Sridevi, Kamal Haasan

Rediff.com23 Aug 2015

A look at the grand party pictures.

'Muslims of UP will go with Congress'

'Muslims of UP will go with Congress'

Rediff.com8 Mar 2024

'Nobody is speaking up for Muslims today.' 'Secular parties too have calmed down because they feel this will hurt the Hindu vote (bank).' 'In this scenario, where does a Muslim go?'

Even Amitabh needs Durga Ma's blessings

Even Amitabh needs Durga Ma's blessings

Rediff.com17 Oct 2018

The Bachchans at a Durga Puja Pandal.

Will Kangana Make A Good Politician?

Will Kangana Make A Good Politician?

Rediff.com27 Mar 2024

Entertainers can be good politicians if they treat the citizens as the audience, and treat their job like a live show, and work hard to make sure the audience likes them, asserts Sandeep Goyal.

Why Jaya and Amitabh got married in a hurry!

Why Jaya and Amitabh got married in a hurry!

Rediff.com4 Jun 2019

Amitabh Bachchan shares his beautiful wedding story.

Sara Joins Cast Of MEGA MOVIE!

Sara Joins Cast Of MEGA MOVIE!

Rediff.com9 Jun 2022

She has been added to the cast of KJo's latest directorial, Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani.

Alia-Ranveer's Love Story Unfolds

Alia-Ranveer's Love Story Unfolds

Rediff.com3 Jul 2023

Everyone's curious about Karan Johar's latest love story Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani.

Parl's stormy monsoon session ends; productivity of LS 136%, RS 118%

Parl's stormy monsoon session ends; productivity of LS 136%, RS 118%

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

The disqualification of wrestler Vinesh Phogat in the Olympics after being found overweight before the final bout also saw the government and Opposition come to blows in Parliament.

PIX: Amitabh Bachchan, Shabana Azmi at Smita Patil's book launch

PIX: Amitabh Bachchan, Shabana Azmi at Smita Patil's book launch

Rediff.com18 Oct 2015

The event took place at the Sofitel hotel in Bandra-Kurla Complex in the western suburbs of Mumbai.

Aishwarya-Jaya at Shammi Aunty's prayer meeting

Aishwarya-Jaya at Shammi Aunty's prayer meeting

Rediff.com9 Mar 2018

Her many friends remember Shammi Aunty and how she enriched their lives.

Ravi Kishan to Jaya: I want to apologise with folded hands

Ravi Kishan to Jaya: I want to apologise with folded hands

Rediff.com17 Sep 2020

'I don't know how Jayaji could ever think I am not on the same page as her.'