He's handsome, he's talented, he has a huge fan base and he's been making his presence felt in the BB house from the moment he stepped in.
'I find his sense of history astounding, not just history of film, but of life in general.' Another fascinating excerpt from Sangeeta Datta's book Shyam Benegal.
'If there is one thing Shyam Benegal expressed best: It was the Poetry of the ordinary face and ordinary lives.'
Shyam Benegal, the shining beacon of the Indian cinema, was laid to rest on Tuesday around 3 pm with full state honours and a three-gun salute at Shivaji Park, central Mumbai.
'He was a visionary who redefined storytelling and inspired generations.'
'He treated stars and assistants with the same unfailing courtesy.'
Bollywood doesn't need fire-breathing dragons when it has Bhai.
'She is the gorgeous Lata, the love of my life.'
Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.
As Shyam Benegal turns 89 on December 14, Subhash K Jha takes a look at 10 of his best films and tells you where you can watch them.
Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.
Neil Nitin Mukesh sings New York's promotional song Hai Junoon
Wondering how to make heads turn and jaws drop at the Halloween party near you?
'The problems that the film explores still remain. It was a different time when we made the film. We were young and we thought we could change the world.'
The stars Rediff.com Contributing Photographer Pradeep Bandekar sighted on Tuesday.
Ishaan wants to play ball... Ali plays squash... Saqib flexes his muscles...
The Jiyo Hunoon fest encouraged as many as 70 artists from over six states in India.
On his 50th birthday on May 25, Sukanya Verma celebrates the man and his movies.
On Shashi Kapoor's 83rd birth anniversary, Subhash K Jha looks at his top five productions.
Hansal Mehta's new film Faraaz is a hostage drama that unfolds over one night.
Every week, we bring you fascinating videos, chosen by you, through your likes.
It is by no means a perfect list and I might have missed out some important films but these are films that have entertained me, taught me how to be compassionate, to view the world, and understand people, their histories, behaviors and customs.
Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.
As the curtain come down on 2022, Roshmila Bhattacharya flashbacks to some of the year's newsmakers and events.
On her 72nd birthday on September 18, Sukanya Verma gives three cheers to the legend and lists 20 of her stellar performances.
The former Indian skipper played 113 Tests and 311 ODIs for India. He scored 18,575 runs across all formats in his international career. Ganguly led India in 195 matches across all formats winning 97 of those games.
Bhediya is an easy, entertaining watch, raves Sukanya Verma.
Where the larger-than-life villain hogged the show by hurting the hero or throwing hurdles in his path, the role of his female counterpart has evolved from seductive sidekick to she-devil.
There is a kind of audacious large-scale experimentation which is admirable, even if the novelty and potential of the idea are not fully realised, notes Deepa Gahlot.
'So much goodness. Warmth. Friendly. Attracts and exudes positivity and peace. A distinct voice.' Bollywood salutes the veteran actor.
Sukanya Verma looks at the many ways fire enjoys a significant presence in our movies.
In a special series, we will put YOU to the test everyday!
Vanraj Bhatia, the creator of unforgettable music, hated the fact that the 'New Wave' directors did not respect Hindi cinema's multi-song format.
Shashi Kapoor and Ramesh Sippy's grandson is all set to make his movie debut.
Brahmastra is a work of star-struck ambition and high-octane energy whose razzle-dazzle hits many happy notes, observes Sukanya Verma.
Sarah Thompson talks about her upcoming film Raajneeti and her love for everthing Indian.
Fresh Bharat posters featuring Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif were released on Wednesday and Thursday.
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Here's looking filmi tigers with the loudest roar!
With any luck, Bollywood will get back on its feet again and give us much to awe and amaze about.
