News for 'Leela Bhansali'

Padmaavat producers move SC against ban by various states

Padmaavat producers move SC against ban by various states

Rediff.com17 Jan 2018

Rajasthan, Haryana, Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh have banned the movie citing law and order issues.

'Films offer you life lessons'

'Films offer you life lessons'

Rediff.com21 Feb 2024

'If someone were to ask you if you want to die tomorrow, no matter what problems you are grappling with, you would be hesitant, right?'

G-8 kind of security for DeepVeer wedding!

G-8 kind of security for DeepVeer wedding!

Rediff.com14 Nov 2018

Deepika and Ranveer go to extraordinary lengths to ensure privacy. Security is on par with that provided for a meeting of world leaders.

#PadmavatiControversy: Shahid finally speaks up

#PadmavatiControversy: Shahid finally speaks up

Rediff.com8 Dec 2017

'I don't think you can make a film like Padmavati unless you give a part of your heart and soul to the film.'

BJP's Suraj Pal Amu, who offered bounty for Deepika's head, resigns

BJP's Suraj Pal Amu, who offered bounty for Deepika's head, resigns

Rediff.com29 Nov 2017

In his resignation letter which he forwarded to state BJP chief Subhash Barala over WhatsApp, Amu stated that he was upset over Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar allegedly skipping a meeting with representatives of the Karni Sena on Tuesday.

Varun Dhawan hikes his price to Rs 13 crore

Varun Dhawan hikes his price to Rs 13 crore

Rediff.com28 Nov 2017

'Varun did Karan Johar's films at whatever price Karan wanted to pay him.' 'But in a film Varun will do with his mentor in 2018, Varun will get his full market price.' 'His new market price.'

Delhi HC dismisses 'hopeless' plea against release of Padmavati

Delhi HC dismisses 'hopeless' plea against release of Padmavati

Rediff.com24 Nov 2017

"Have you (counsel for the petitioner) seen the film? Have the people, who are burning cinema halls seen the film? By this kind of petitions you are encouraging the people who are agitating," the bench observed.

Movies that deserve a BIG SCREEN!

Movies that deserve a BIG SCREEN!

Rediff.com14 Jul 2020

These are the big budget films that have been designed either as a spectacle or just for the masses, hence warranting a large segment of audiences coming together to enjoy the experience in theatres.

Veteran actor-comedian Jagdeep dead at 81

Veteran actor-comedian Jagdeep dead at 81

Rediff.com9 Jul 2020

The actor, whose real name was Syed Ishtiaq Ahmed Jafri, had not been keeping well, producer Mehmood Ali, a family friend, told PTI.

Is Village Rockstars the right choice for Oscars? Vote!

Is Village Rockstars the right choice for Oscars? Vote!

Rediff.com23 Sep 2018

'It is a film with a good human concept that would touch people around the world.' 'We are honouring a film that deserves to be at the Oscars.'

Just how SUCCESSFUL are SPORTS films?

Just how SUCCESSFUL are SPORTS films?

Rediff.com25 Mar 2021

As Parineeti Chopra brings Saina Nehwal's story on screen, Joginder Tuteja takes a look at how well Bollywood's sports movies have done at the box office.

Bollywood's WOMEN IN WHITE

Bollywood's WOMEN IN WHITE

Rediff.com14 Mar 2022

White is pure. White is powerful. And our movies just love to channelise its immaculate energy and enhance a visual's impact.

When Bollywood sees RED!

When Bollywood sees RED!

Rediff.com29 Jun 2020

Is this Bollywood's favourite colour?

What Love Means To Aditi Rao Hydari

What Love Means To Aditi Rao Hydari

Rediff.com20 Mar 2023

'For me, love is being happy.' 'It's being free and carefree.'

Amitabh, Kangana win National Awards

Amitabh, Kangana win National Awards

Rediff.com28 Mar 2016

A look at some of the winners.

The BIGGEST September Releases

The BIGGEST September Releases

Rediff.com3 Sep 2021

Joginder Tuteja looks at the big September hits in the past decade.

Kangana steals the show at National Awards

Kangana steals the show at National Awards

Rediff.com3 May 2016

The actress stood out in an off-shoulder shimmery dust blue gown. She teamed her gown with a classic bob, which is similar to the look that she will be seen sporting in her upcoming film Rangoon.

How Do Star Kids Compare With Stars?

How Do Star Kids Compare With Stars?

Rediff.com23 Nov 2023

With an endless number of star kid debuts in the offing, we thought of looking at how this decade's brigade compares to their mums, dads, uncles or siblings.

What's in a NAME, Bollywood?

What's in a NAME, Bollywood?

Rediff.com20 Jan 2022

There are many movies coming up titled after their protagonist.

Box office: Airlift gets a good opening

Box office: Airlift gets a good opening

Rediff.com25 Jan 2016

Hits and misses of the week.

PIX: Shah Rukh-Gauri party with Akshay-Twinkle

PIX: Shah Rukh-Gauri party with Akshay-Twinkle

Rediff.com28 Oct 2019

Even as Sonam Kapoor threw a Diwali party, Amitabh Bachchan hosted a grand celebration too.

Rajasthan will not screen Padmavat, even after CBFC clearance

Rajasthan will not screen Padmavat, even after CBFC clearance

Rediff.com8 Jan 2018

'The sacrifice made by Queen Padmini is a matter of pride for the state,' Raje said.

Rajput outfit demands pan-India ban on Padmavati

Rajput outfit demands pan-India ban on Padmavati

Rediff.com2 Jan 2018

The Rashtriya Rajput Karni Sena said the censor board's nod to the controversial film was "unfortunate". The Gujarat president of the outfit, Raj Shekhawat, made an open threat, saying the RRKS members would take the law into their hands if the film was not banned across the country.

When will we see Aamir in Lal Singh Chadha?

When will we see Aamir in Lal Singh Chadha?

Rediff.com4 Jan 2022

Bollywood is ready with its line-up of theatre releases, but it remains to be seen whether we will get to watch these movies in theatres this year.

Review: Bajirao Mastani is Magnificent. Fragile. Flawed.

Review: Bajirao Mastani is Magnificent. Fragile. Flawed.

Rediff.com18 Dec 2015

'Talwar se zyada dhaar chalane wale ki soch mein honi chahiye,' says the strategy-savvy Bajirao in Bajirao Mastani. Only if director Sanjay Leela Bansali had listened, says Sukanya Verma.

SC refuses to stay release of Padmavati

SC refuses to stay release of Padmavati

Rediff.com10 Nov 2017

The SC said there were enough guidelines to be followed by the censor board to grant certification of a film before its release

'There was no fear of failure when I made Bajirao Mastani'

'There was no fear of failure when I made Bajirao Mastani'

Rediff.com22 Dec 2015

Sanjay Leela Bhansali celebrates the success of his dream project.

Facts be damned!

Facts be damned!

Rediff.com27 Feb 2017

'Politicians have always dealt in lies and propaganda.'
'But the scale of the propaganda and the impunity with which it is being unleashed now is stunning,'

The Best Dressed Bollywood Royals

The Best Dressed Bollywood Royals

Rediff.com22 Jan 2018

Deepika, Sonam, Aishwarya, Sridevi, Hema Malini...

PIX: Mommy-to-be Shweta is glowing!

PIX: Mommy-to-be Shweta is glowing!

Rediff.com24 Nov 2016

Top social media posts from your favourite celebirites

Look who's going SOLO!

Look who's going SOLO!

Rediff.com9 Nov 2020

Joginder Tuteja looks at Bollywood's ladies, where they will be calling the shots in their films.

Ranveer: Al Pacino can't do what Govinda can

Ranveer: Al Pacino can't do what Govinda can

Rediff.com11 Nov 2014

Ranveer Singh praises his Kill Dil co-star Govinda talks about his bald look for Bajirao Mastani.

Shah Rukh's toddler son joins Swacch Bharat campaign

Shah Rukh's toddler son joins Swacch Bharat campaign

Rediff.com6 Apr 2015

A look at the top tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

Madan Mohan Malviya conferred Bharat Ratna

Madan Mohan Malviya conferred Bharat Ratna

Rediff.com30 Mar 2015

Noted educationist and freedom fighter Madan Mohan Malviya was on Monday posthumously conferred the Bharat Ratna, the country's highest civilian award, by President Pranab Mukherjee.

Bollywood's MOST ADORABLE grannies!

Bollywood's MOST ADORABLE grannies!

Rediff.com23 Sep 2014

In the upcoming Super Nani, 59-year-old Rekha transforms into a glamorous grand mom.

'I'm a modern girl. I can beat up people!'

'I'm a modern girl. I can beat up people!'

Rediff.com2 Dec 2015

'I'm very opinionated. I do not stay quiet. If somebody said there are snake charmers in India, I will educate them saying that they are there but we use it for entertainment. People tell me India is known for its rapes. I get asked that in every interview. It's so difficult to defend it.' Priyanka Chopra gets candid.

The Magic of Raamlaxman

The Magic of Raamlaxman

Rediff.com24 May 2021

'What Raamlaxmanji did with Sooraj Barjatyaji in Maine Pyar Kiya and Hum Aapke Hain Koun was beyond a miracle.'

Ex-royals of Jaipur call for ban on Padmavati

Ex-royals of Jaipur call for ban on Padmavati

Rediff.com8 Nov 2017

Diya Kumari urged the Bollywood filmmaker to get its facts "verified" by a forum of historians and then release the film.

Arnold Schwarzenegger: Aamir is a real star

Arnold Schwarzenegger: Aamir is a real star

Rediff.com24 Nov 2014

A look at the top tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

'Ranbir said, 'Yaar, what a shot you just gave!''

'Ranbir said, 'Yaar, what a shot you just gave!''

Rediff.com17 Jan 2024

'Ranbir helped me a lot with emotions and dialogues. As an actor, he makes us very secure.' 'He guides us with his experiences. He makes the work really, really easy and wonderful for his co-stars.'