News for 'Kannada New Year'

'I miss my father terribly today'

'I miss my father terribly today'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2021

'During the making of the film, he (Rishi Kapoor) kept fighting with Ayan and me.' 'Who takes so long to make a film? Who spends so much money?' 'Ranbir, you are not making a penny on this film. Who will watch a VFX film in the country?'

Faced with shortage, Tamil Brahmin grooms to scout for brides up north

Faced with shortage, Tamil Brahmin grooms to scout for brides up north

Rediff.com17 Nov 2021

Faced with a problem of suitable brides, Thamizhnadu Brahmin Association to cast net in UP and Bihar.

Amitabh Bachchan works FREE for...

Amitabh Bachchan works FREE for...

Rediff.com19 Sep 2019

So when Chiranjeevi requested Mr Bachchan to play a key role in his new film, Sye Raa Narasimha Reddy, AB said yes without a moment's hesitation.

NEET-UG to be conducted in 13 languages; centre in Kuwait

NEET-UG to be conducted in 13 languages; centre in Kuwait

Rediff.com13 Jul 2021

The languages which are now being offered are Hindi, Punjabi, Assamese, Bengali, Odia, Gujarati, Marathi, Telugu, Malayalam, Kannada, Tamil, Urdu and English.

What to WATCH on OTT this week

What to WATCH on OTT this week

Rediff.com16 Mar 2021

The OTT glass is full again. Here's all the exciting new fare to watch over the week. Sukanya Verma offers a peek.

'I don't blindly follow fashion trends'

'I don't blindly follow fashion trends'

Rediff.com27 Sep 2021

The 21 year old Malayalam actor from Kerala gets candid about her love for food, fashion and more.

3 days into power, BJP govt scraps Tipu Jayanti in K'taka

3 days into power, BJP govt scraps Tipu Jayanti in K'taka

Rediff.com30 Jul 2019

Tipu Sultan is a controversial figure in Kodagu district as Kodavas (Coorgis), a martial race, believe thousands of their men and women were seized and held captive during his occupation and subjected to torture, death and forcible conversion to Islam.

IPL 2021: Star Sports hopes to earn Rs 32 billion

IPL 2021: Star Sports hopes to earn Rs 32 billion

Rediff.com22 Mar 2021

Disney-Star generated advertising revenue of over Rs 27 billion for IPL 2020.

Your OTT Guide for the week

Your OTT Guide for the week

Rediff.com16 Feb 2021

From Westerns to pastries, the OTT spectrum is looking wide and versatile this week. Sukanya Verma lists them out.

The Omicron Threat To India's Movie Biz

The Omicron Threat To India's Movie Biz

Rediff.com18 Dec 2021

The cinema industry is staring at a loss of at least Rs 5,000 crore at the box office over the next six months if Omicron proves to be a spoiler.

Can Fat Removal Surgery Lead To Death?

Can Fat Removal Surgery Lead To Death?

Rediff.com25 May 2022

Cosmetic experts explain how liposuction, like any other surgery, has its share of risks and side effects.

PIX: Shriya, Hansika shine at the SIIMA awards

PIX: Shriya, Hansika shine at the SIIMA awards

Rediff.com17 Sep 2018

A grand affair, this!

Your OTT GUIDE for the week!

Your OTT GUIDE for the week!

Rediff.com2 Mar 2021

Action, animation, drama, documentary, there's plenty to watch on OTT this week. Sukanya Verma makes it easy for you.

'I have never been comfortable in my skin'

'I have never been comfortable in my skin'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2021

'Pole dancing has made me less anxious and more confident. It is one of the most liberating feelings ever.'

'Friendship is much more than just being nice'

'Friendship is much more than just being nice'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2021

'Good friends are those who advise whether something is palatable for you or not.' 'Good friends are those who are not afraid of telling the truth.'

CBSE exams for Classes 10, 12 to begin from May 4

CBSE exams for Classes 10, 12 to begin from May 4

Rediff.com3 Feb 2021

The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) announced on Tuesday the schedule for classes 10 and 12 board exams which will begin on May 4.

How Punyakoti, Sanskrit's 1st animation film, got made

How Punyakoti, Sanskrit's 1st animation film, got made

Rediff.com19 Apr 2020

Seven years ago, Ravishankar Venkateswaran heard a story during a bus ride.

'Ulidavaru Kandanthe is about five stories that are interlinked'

'Ulidavaru Kandanthe is about five stories that are interlinked'

Rediff.com17 Dec 2013

Debutante director Rakshit Shetty talks about his first film and the current state of Kannada cinema.

'I will be seen in two avatars in Bhajarangi'

'I will be seen in two avatars in Bhajarangi'

Rediff.com13 Dec 2013

Shivarajkumar's much-awaited film Bhajarangi is hitting the screens this week.

Controversy over Tipu Sultan Jayanti reignites

Controversy over Tipu Sultan Jayanti reignites

Rediff.com21 Oct 2017

The government's decision to celebrate the day on November 10 last year had drawn much criticism from the BJP and the RSS, who termed this act of the Congress as "minority appeasement".

Bollywood Becomes Part Of Marvel Movie

Bollywood Becomes Part Of Marvel Movie

Rediff.com29 Oct 2021

'When I came into the process, there was a treatment and in the treatment, there are always stories and parts that take place in Mumbai.'

'All the good roles for old people go to Amitabh Bachchan'

'All the good roles for old people go to Amitabh Bachchan'

Rediff.com12 Jul 2021

'Whatever scrapings are left is dished out to people like me.'

'The era of the heroes is over'

'The era of the heroes is over'

Rediff.com5 Jan 2022

'With the media and social media pulling them down every second day, there are no heroes left.' 'What we have are actors and we want to see them play characters which are real, human and identifiable.'

NEET results declared, Odisha's Soyeb Aftab bags top rank

NEET results declared, Odisha's Soyeb Aftab bags top rank

Rediff.com16 Oct 2020

The NEET was conducted on September 13 amid strict precautions in view of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Guj scientist denied entry into US Garba over 'non-Hindu name'

Guj scientist denied entry into US Garba over 'non-Hindu name'

Rediff.com15 Oct 2018

He and his friends were denied entry on the ground that they were 'Ismaili, Vohra and Sindhis', Jani said.

Meet Ananth Kumar Hegde -- Taekwondo enthusiast and known to slap a doctor

Meet Ananth Kumar Hegde -- Taekwondo enthusiast and known to slap a doctor

Rediff.com3 Sep 2017

A five-time Member of Parliament from Uttara Kannada Lok Sabha constituency is now the Minister of State in the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship.

1 more tested positive for Nipah in Kerala, 6 negative

1 more tested positive for Nipah in Kerala, 6 negative

Rediff.com6 Jun 2019

"No one has been discharged from the isolation ward. Source of the virus is not confirmed yet."

Did you know Family Man's Muthu is a doctor?

Did you know Family Man's Muthu is a doctor?

Rediff.com16 Jun 2021

'Being the first doctor in the family comes with a lot of expectations.' 'I guess I have been a constant source of disappointment.'

Has language war put BJP on back foot in Karnataka?

Has language war put BJP on back foot in Karnataka?

Rediff.com9 Aug 2017

With one year left for assembly elections in Karnataka, the last big bastion of the Congress, Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has found an emotive issue to counter the Bharatiya Janata Party as the latter prepares the ground for a fight to grab power. Raghu Krishnan and Nikita Puri report.

The BEST Indian Films of 2021

The BEST Indian Films of 2021

Rediff.com29 Dec 2021

Aseem Chhabra lists his favourite Indian films of 2021.

Rajini's politics casts a shadow over his latest film

Rajini's politics casts a shadow over his latest film

Rediff.com8 Jun 2018

Rajinikanth's comments on the Cauvery issue have often made him the target of pro-Kannada outfits who threatened to disrupt his film's release in Karnataka. However, this time there has so far been a lack of fanfare even in Tamil Nadu. R Rajagopalan explains why.

Looking at lockdown star weddings

Looking at lockdown star weddings

Rediff.com26 Nov 2020

Apart from embracing parenthood, we saw a lot of celebrities getting married amidst the lockdown!

The Towering Talent called Girish Karnad

The Towering Talent called Girish Karnad

Rediff.com10 Jun 2019

Girish Karnad lived several lives not only on the stage but also as a scholar, theatre personality, an actor and director in a career spanning over five decades.

'I have never tasted coffee or tea'

'I have never tasted coffee or tea'

Rediff.com14 Aug 2014

Being a North Indian, all South Indian languages sound different to me. I found Kannada to be the easiest to learn because it is not a tongue twister.

'I wanted to strike a balance between my studies and films'

'I wanted to strike a balance between my studies and films'

Rediff.com27 Dec 2013

Amulya talks about retrurning to movies with Shravani Subramanya and why did a sabbatical.

The Silent Candidate

The Silent Candidate

Rediff.com11 Apr 2019

Ambrose D'Mello, the Independent candidate from Bengaluru South, has been on maun vrat for 15 years. He does not own a house, does not wear footwear and sells books to earn a living.

Tipu Jayanti celebrations to be held amid tight security

Tipu Jayanti celebrations to be held amid tight security

Rediff.com5 Nov 2018

The state BJP, meanwhile, has urged the government to drop its decision to celebrate Tipu Jayanti and not to stand on 'prestige' or 'ego'.

From Forest Hut To Top UK College

From Forest Hut To Top UK College

Rediff.com28 Sep 2021

Hercules Singh Munda's father used to open the gates to a forest. Today, Hercules leaves for London to open the gates of his many dreams.

'We have stayed true to Major Sandeep's life'

'We have stayed true to Major Sandeep's life'

Rediff.com15 Apr 2021

'Every scene we have written in the film encapsulates the spirit of his life.'

I was very, very hurt when I was dropped after Pakistan series: Viswanath

I was very, very hurt when I was dropped after Pakistan series: Viswanath

Rediff.com27 Jun 2020

Former India batsman Gundappa Viswanath revealed that he was "very, very hurt" after his distinguished career came to an abrupt end following a poor Test series against Pakistan in 1982-83. Along with Sunil Gavaskar, he was one of the minstays of the Indian battling line-up through the 1970s, playing some fine knocks against the best pace attacks of that era.