Rajinikanth may have made his last Hindi film two decades ago but he can still set the screen alight, blazing away with a gun that has dozens of barrels. As Thalaiva turns 75 on December 12, Dinesh Raheja looks back at his 17 year journey in Hindi cinema.
'Dilipsaab was an interesting mix of spontaneity and stylised acting.'
Film folk lead busy lives but always sneak in a vacation.
Waheeda Rehman and Jaya Bachchan attended the prayer meet for Kamini Kaushal at the Nehru Centre in Mumbai.
'As soon as Salman saw me, he immediately left Aamir's side and came towards me. He hugged me.' 'Then he introduced me to Aamir, saying, 'This is J K Bihari who launched me in Biwi Ho Toh Aisi".'
Farhan Akhtar held the doors open for *everyone* at the special screening of his new film, 120 Bahadur.
We look at the longest Hindi movies through the years, and interestingly, most of them have done well.
As the nation bid farewell to one of its beloved actors, we take a look at Dharmendra's remarkable life through pictures.
After a record-breaking year, India's automobile industry is entering 2026 on a relatively strong footing, with sales growth expected in the 6-8 per cent range. The outlook is underpinned by policy support, including GST rationalisation, easing monetary conditions, and income tax relief, which together are likely to improve affordability and sustain consumer demand across vehicle segments.
Film folk hoped to end their week with a laugh, and lined up for the special screening of Mastiii 4 in Mumbai.
After the grand wedding reception of Vedant Birla (son of businessman Yashovardhan (Yash) and Avanti Birla), and Tejal Kulkarni (Supriya and Sanjeev Kulkarni's daughter), the Birlas threw a private party for selected celebs.
Composer Sidhant Bhatia, singer Raja Kumari, singer-producer Raghav Mehta and mixing engineer Deepak PA talk about Sounds of Kumbha, which is shortlisted for the Grammys in the Best Global Music Album category.
Music director duos are a unique Bollywood feature, and many have become iconic. In this special series, Dinesh Raheja explores prominent music duos, and their dynamics.
All of a sudden, the Ramayana is a much sought-after source for epic movie makers.
After spinning into the spotlight with the hit song-and-dance number Mera Naam Chin Chin Chu in Howrah Bridge (1958), Helen signed scores of films as a dancer. But Helen was raring to step out of her dancing shoes, and play heroine instead.
Before signing up for a BNPL plan, read the fine print carefully and watch for red flags like unclear repayment terms, vague information on interest or late fees, and marketing that downplays the cost of default.
Study abroad experts explain how Canada, Australia, Germany, France and Dubai are redefining global education.
Shahid Kapoor and Tamannaah Bhatia just shut down Gurugram with a showstopping appearance for Designer Falguni and Shane Peacock.
Kamini Kaushal, who began her career with the 1946 classic Neecha Nagar and went on to act in a host of films right till 2022, passed away in her Mumbai home on Thursday night.
Animal prints have always been in fashion. They are bold, beautiful and make you stand out. This winter, don't be shy to embrace this trend.
'He had a terrific sense of what works at the box office and what doesn't.'
'A majority of filmmakers cannot truly understand the city because they don't live here,' says Anusha Rizvi, Director, The Great Shamsuddin Family.
In a world obsessed with fast fashion and new drops every week, some Bollywood stars are looking back -- straight into their mom's wardrobes.
Ever since Sonam Kapoor made her Bollywood debut in 2007, she's achieved a fair amount of success and worked with the cream of film-makers.
Move over sequins and silk, this season it's all about that soft shimmer of tissue saris.
Film folk have been looking very glamorous in the last two days, thanks to the Bollywood Hungama OTT India Fest.
November is a busy month on OTT with several series arriving, in their next season after being vastly successful in earlier instalments.
Alia Bhatt is officially in her global glam era and her latest appearance in Dubai just sealed the deal.
On Rishi Kapoor's 73rd birth anniversary on September 4, Subhash K Jha list his favourite films.
'Now when I'm a mother and have two sons, I do look back and say, "Oh my God! What was I thinking?"'
Bollywood's power couples know the right way to celebrate Diwali with their supercool pictures on social media.
Stars are still caught up in Diwali even though this year's festival ended on Thursday.
Beat the post-Diwali fatigue and slowly get back into your routine with these simple tips and tricks!
'Those were not kind days for a woman with a break-up. The world has changed; today, nobody cares.'
'Every film had its challenges, but Mr India, Sadak and Gandhi were the toughest.' 'Mr India needed imagination, Sadak needed sensitivity and Gandhi demanded historical authenticity.'
Once considered a nostalgic piece from our grandmother's jewellery boxes, kanautis (ear chains) are suddenly everywhere and celebs are leading the comeback.
Movie folk rubbed shoulders at the Global Peace Honours 2025 event in Mumbai over the weekend.
'One of the dignified aspects of their relationship is that Hema reportedly told Dharamji that she would never disturb his first family.'
Top Indian military commanders highlight the success of Exercise Trishul in enhancing jointness and interoperability among the Army, Navy, and Air Force. The exercise, culminating in Amphex 2025, involved 30,000 troops, multiple aircraft, and naval vessels, including INS Vikrant.
From double dates to Demogorgon, it's all there on OTT this week. Sukanya Verma lists them.
© 2026 Rediff.com - Advertise with us - Disclaimer - Privacy Policy - Sitemap - Feedback - About us - Terms of use - Grievances