News for 'Kishore Kumar'

5 Top Kishore Kumar Love Songs

5 Top Kishore Kumar Love Songs

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Subhash K Jha lists Kishore Kumar's 5 most enduring romantic songs.

10 Kishore Kumar Classics

10 Kishore Kumar Classics

Rediff.com13 Oct 2025

On Kishore Kumar's 38th death anniversary on October 13, Subhash K Jha list 10 classic songs.

Did God Create Kishore Kumar For Rajesh Khanna?

Did God Create Kishore Kumar For Rajesh Khanna?

Rediff.com5 Aug 2023

If Rajesh Khanna was the greatest star of Hindi cinema, the songs played a major part in his superstardom.

Bihar Police Officer Dies by Suicide in Vaishali District

Bihar Police Officer Dies by Suicide in Vaishali District

Rediff.com6 Apr 2026

A police sub-inspector in Bihar's Vaishali district allegedly died by suicide, shooting himself with his service revolver. An investigation is underway to determine the circumstances.

When KK Sang For Kishore Kumar!

When KK Sang For Kishore Kumar!

Rediff.com1 Jun 2022

One KK's tribute to another.

When Hema Malini Sang With Kishore Kumar

When Hema Malini Sang With Kishore Kumar

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

'I just took the Almighty's name and plunged into it.'

Top Surfing Talents to Clash at Inaugural Little Andaman Pro

Top Surfing Talents to Clash at Inaugural Little Andaman Pro

Rediff.com6 days ago

India's top surfing and stand-up paddling talents will compete in the inaugural Little Andaman Pro 2024, a national championship held in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands. The event serves as crucial preparation for the Asian Games, with athletes vying for honours across various surfing and SUP categories.

Lohakare shines in javelin, Jena returns to podium at Indian Open Throws

Lohakare shines in javelin, Jena returns to podium at Indian Open Throws

Rediff.com8 Mar 2026

Shivam Lohakare won gold in the men's javelin throw at the Indian Open Throws Competition, while Kishore Kumar Jena secured bronze after returning from injury.

Nand Kishore Yadav Takes Office as Nagaland's New Governor

Nand Kishore Yadav Takes Office as Nagaland's New Governor

Rediff.com13 Mar 2026

Nand Kishore Yadav has been sworn in as the new Governor of Nagaland, succeeding Ajay Kumar Bhalla. He pledged to uphold the Constitution, promote development, and preserve the state's cultural heritage.

Beautiful Moments From Asha Bhosle's Superstar Life

Beautiful Moments From Asha Bhosle's Superstar Life

Rediff.com2 days ago

Snapshots from Asha Bhosle's life.

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?

The 25 Moods of Kishore Kumar

The 25 Moods of Kishore Kumar

Rediff.com2 Aug 2019

On his 90th birthday, Sukanya Verma highlights a fraction of the legend's marvelous versatility in this curated list of his 25 unique moods.

Happy Birthday, Kishore Kumar!

Happy Birthday, Kishore Kumar!

Rediff.com4 Aug 2014

Here's what your favourite Bollywood celebrities are tweeting.

The 10 Best Kishore Kumar Songs

The 10 Best Kishore Kumar Songs

Rediff.com2 Aug 2019

We celebrate Kishore Kumar's 90th birth anniversary on August 4 with Amit Kumar's 10 favourite Kishore Kumar songs.

The Enigma called Kishore Kumar

The Enigma called Kishore Kumar

Rediff.com11 Aug 2009

Excerpts from Kishore Kumar -- Method In Madness by Derek Bose unveil the man behind the music.

Tragedy in Ganjam: Two Schoolgirls Drown in Village Pond

Tragedy in Ganjam: Two Schoolgirls Drown in Village Pond

Rediff.com7 days ago

Two schoolgirls drowned in a village pond in the Ganjam district of Odisha while bathing. A police investigation has been launched into the incident.

The movie that made Kishore Kumar famous

The movie that made Kishore Kumar famous

Rediff.com4 Aug 2019

Kishore Kumar didn't become a legend overnight. And even when he did, he had many unfulfilled dreams.

90 UNFORGETTABLE Asha Bhosle Songs

90 UNFORGETTABLE Asha Bhosle Songs

Rediff.com2 days ago

Much, much, much before Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani fussed over What Jhumka, Asha Bhosle trilled in her alluring voice and teased us with tantalising details about the events leading to her precious Jhumka's loss.

Watch: Asha Bhosle's Last Concert

Watch: Asha Bhosle's Last Concert

Rediff.com17 hours ago

The voice of one of India's greatest playback singers may have fallen silent, but her music is anything but gone. It lives on in the airwaves, in our memories, in moments we return to without even realising.

Aamir Khan as Kishore Kumar?

Aamir Khan as Kishore Kumar?

Rediff.com15 Oct 2008

If everything works out smoothly, Aamir Khan might play the role of late singer actor, Kishore Kumar in a movie by Percept Pictures. The company has even gotten a go-ahead from the singer's wife, Leena Chandarvakar.

'Main bahut roya' when Kishore Kumar died

'Main bahut roya' when Kishore Kumar died

Rediff.com4 Aug 2021

'Kishoreda was very close to our family and offered a lot of support.'

When Kishore Kumar created magic with the Burmans!

When Kishore Kumar created magic with the Burmans!

Rediff.com1 Aug 2019

If Kishore Kumar were alive today, he would have turned 90 on August 4.

Sekar Patchai, Arthi Win Big at Little Andaman Pro

Sekar Patchai, Arthi Win Big at Little Andaman Pro

Rediff.com3 days ago

Sekar Patchai and Arthi emerged victorious in stand-up paddling at the Little Andaman Pro, while intense surfing action unfolded in the Men's and Women's Open categories.

Sing your fave Kishore Kumar song!

Sing your fave Kishore Kumar song!

Rediff.com3 Aug 2009

And send in those videos!

Star Athletes to Shine at Delhi's Indian Open Series

Star Athletes to Shine at Delhi's Indian Open Series

Rediff.com4 days ago

Top Indian track and field athletes, including World Championships finalist Sachin Yadav and Asian Games medallist Tajinderpal Singh Toor, will compete in the Delhi leg of the Indian Open Series at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.

'My father Kishore Kumar was NOT eccentric'

'My father Kishore Kumar was NOT eccentric'

Rediff.com3 Aug 2019

'Kishore Kumar lived like a king and knew that he could get away with anything. It's as simple as that.'

Top Indian Athletes Gear Up for Indian Athletics Series 3

Top Indian Athletes Gear Up for Indian Athletics Series 3

Rediff.com5 days ago

A star-studded field, including national record holders, will compete at the Indian Athletics Series 3 in New Delhi, motivated by the new Mondo track at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.

Prayagraj Bank Hit by Loan Fraud Involving Counterfeit Gold

Prayagraj Bank Hit by Loan Fraud Involving Counterfeit Gold

Rediff.com3 days ago

Sixteen people, including two gold appraisers, have been booked for allegedly securing loans worth lakhs of rupees against counterfeit gold from a bank in Prayagraj.

Kishore Kumar's 5 MOST ROMANTIC SONGS

Kishore Kumar's 5 MOST ROMANTIC SONGS

Rediff.com14 Feb 2021

Many believe Kishore Kumar serenaded the ladies better than any other iconic playback singer.

When Lata Mangeshkar interviewed Kishore Kumar

When Lata Mangeshkar interviewed Kishore Kumar

Rediff.com21 Apr 2017

Lata: 'Do you feel you are happy now?' Kishore Kumar: 'I am very happy. By the grace of God, I want nothing. If there is anything I want, it is to return back home, home is Khandwa, Madhya Pradesh. I hear it calling me.'

Classic revisited: Kishore Kumar's return ticket to childhood

Classic revisited: Kishore Kumar's return ticket to childhood

Rediff.com3 Aug 2019

In our special series re-visiting great Hindi film classics, Sukanya Verma looks back at Madhubala and Kishore Kumar's Half Ticket (1962).

Shahjahanpur Officials Face Charges Over Disability Certificate Fraud

Shahjahanpur Officials Face Charges Over Disability Certificate Fraud

Rediff.com7 days ago

Police in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, have booked 12 district administration employees for allegedly issuing fraudulent disability certificates to 14 individuals without proper medical examinations. A separate case involves retired health department employees accused of siphoning funds through fake medical reimbursement claims.

Shahjahanpur Disability Certificate Scam: 12 Employees Booked

Shahjahanpur Disability Certificate Scam: 12 Employees Booked

Rediff.com7 days ago

Police in Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, have registered a case against 12 employees for allegedly issuing fake disability certificates to 14 beneficiaries without proper medical examination. A separate case involves retired health employees siphoning funds through fraudulent medical claims.

Three Booked After Journalist Assaulted in Phagwara

Three Booked After Journalist Assaulted in Phagwara

Rediff.com26 Mar 2026

Police in Phagwara, Punjab, have booked three individuals for allegedly assaulting a journalist, Amar Kishor Pasi, who sustained serious head injuries. The motive behind the attack is currently under investigation.

Samrat Choudhary's full circle: From sacked Rabri minister to Bihar CM

Samrat Choudhary's full circle: From sacked Rabri minister to Bihar CM

Rediff.com6 hours ago

It has been a chequered political journey for Samrat Choudhary, who began his political career as a minister in Bihar nearly three decades ago, only to be removed by the then-Governor following allegations about his eligibility.

Chhoti Si Asha...

Chhoti Si Asha...

Rediff.com2 days ago

Shreekant Sambrani tells himself over and over again, don't lose heart in these dire times, there is asha (hope) still, in the divine voice of Asha Bhosle.

Classic revisited: Kishore Kumar's return ticket to childhood

Classic revisited: Kishore Kumar's return ticket to childhood

Rediff.com19 Sep 2013

In our special series re-visiting great Hindi film classics, we look back at Madhubala and Kishore Kumar's Half Ticket (1962).

Nitish's cabinet is full of corrupts and criminals: Prashant Kishor

Nitish's cabinet is full of corrupts and criminals: Prashant Kishor

Rediff.com21 Nov 2025

Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor criticized the new Bihar cabinet, alleging it is full of corrupt and criminal leaders. He also announced the launch of 'Bihar Navnirman Sankalp Yatra' on January 15.

Amit Kumar: The 10 Best Kishore Kumar Songs

Amit Kumar: The 10 Best Kishore Kumar Songs

Rediff.com15 May 2013

Amit Kumar lists his favourite songs from his late father's legendary repertoire.

Asha Bhosle Will Always Be First Among Equals

Asha Bhosle Will Always Be First Among Equals

Rediff.com1 days ago

It is impossible to discuss Asha Bhosle without mentioning the word 'versatility', notes Dinesh Raheja.