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Madhavan: 'With Padma Shri, My Journey Has Just Begun

Madhavan: 'With Padma Shri, My Journey Has Just Begun

Rediff.com26 Jan 2026

'It is truly the icing on the cake. I couldn't be happier. My family and I are celebrating. We've never been happier.'

Is Madhavan Jealous Of Akshaye Khanna?

Is Madhavan Jealous Of Akshaye Khanna?

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

'I thought I was the under player when it came to public attention but Akshaye is on another level.'

Like Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar 2 Teaser? VOTE!

Like Ranveer Singh's Dhurandhar 2 Teaser? VOTE!

Rediff.com3 Feb 2026

The Dhurandhar 2 teaser shows shootouts and and explosions, which just means that there's no let up in the violence that Dhurandhar had been criticised for, observes Deepa Gahlot.

10 Horror Movies On OTT: Friday The 13th Special!

10 Horror Movies On OTT: Friday The 13th Special!

Rediff.com6 days ago

Deepa Gahlot picks 10 Bollywood horror flicks to mark Friday the 13th.

Netflix 2026 Slate: Vikrant Romances Vedika-Mahima

Netflix 2026 Slate: Vikrant Romances Vedika-Mahima

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

Netflix India announces it's slate for the 2026, the stars of the show and films walk the red carpet for the event. Take a look.

Is Dhurandhar Worth A Watch On OTT?

Is Dhurandhar Worth A Watch On OTT?

Rediff.com2 Feb 2026

If we, as an audience, are mature enough to dissect facts from fiction, and propaganda from creative storytelling, the director and technical team deserve full credit for putting together an entertaining masala film that deserves a sequel, notes Divya Nair.

Fatima, Madhavan Watch Aap Jaisa Koi

Fatima, Madhavan Watch Aap Jaisa Koi

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

R Madhavan and Fatima Sana Shaikh, who are gearing up for the release of Aap Jaisa Koi on July 11 on Netflix, screened the film for their friends from show business.

Dhurandhar Releases On OTT, Cut Short By 9 Minutes

Dhurandhar Releases On OTT, Cut Short By 9 Minutes

Rediff.com30 Jan 2026

Dhurandhar releases on Netflix on January 30.

Padma Vibhushan for Dharmendra, here is full list of Padma awards 2026

Padma Vibhushan for Dharmendra, here is full list of Padma awards 2026

Rediff.com25 Jan 2026

For the year 2026, the President has approved the conferment of 131 Padma awards. The list comprises five Padma Vibhushan, 13 Padma Bhushan and 113 Padma Shri.

Look What Netflix Has Planned For 2026!

Look What Netflix Has Planned For 2026!

Rediff.com4 Feb 2026

Sunny Deol. Akshaye Khanna. Anil Kapoor. Madhuri Dixit. Saif Ali Khan. Manoj Bajaypee. Netflix's 2026 slate packs a starry punch.

Hrithik on Dhurandhar: 'May Disagree With The Politics'

Hrithik on Dhurandhar: 'May Disagree With The Politics'

Rediff.com11 Dec 2025

'A huge big round of applause for everyone especially the makeup and prosthetics dept!'

25 More Candid Pictures From 2025

25 More Candid Pictures From 2025

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

Bollywood stars always make for good pictures but catching them in their most unguarded, candid moments is what makes for great pictures.

The Best Hindi 25 Films In 25 Years

The Best Hindi 25 Films In 25 Years

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Over 25 years, societies evolve and tastes change. Cinema absorbs and reflects this transformation. Picking only 25 films from the first quarter of the century is tough.

Haq, The Night Manager, Bridgerton Arrive On OTT

Haq, The Night Manager, Bridgerton Arrive On OTT

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

January has a rich slate of web series and movies on the OTT platform. Joginder Tuteja gives us a quick look.

Delhi HC steps in to protect Sunil Gavaskar

Delhi HC steps in to protect Sunil Gavaskar

Rediff.com23 Dec 2025

Sunil Gavaskar approached the high court, seeking to prevent the unauthorised use of his name, images, persona and likeness by social media platforms and e-commerce websites, and to protect his personality rights.

'Dhurandhar Dekh Ke Hosh Udd Jayenge'

'Dhurandhar Dekh Ke Hosh Udd Jayenge'

Rediff.com18 Nov 2025

Ranveer Singh and team unleashed the fierce and ferocious trailer of the action drama, which marks Director Aditya Dhar's return six years after his 2019 blockbuster Uri: The Surgical Strike.

The Greatest Thing Sreenivasan Did For Malayalam Cinema

The Greatest Thing Sreenivasan Did For Malayalam Cinema

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Sreenivasan could so willingly be 'our little man' because in his heart of hearts he never felt trivial or inconsequential. And to the very end he stayed that way, the shrimp who knew he was a giant. Sreehari Nair doffs his hat to the late legend.

The Blasphemous Idea Dhurandhar Promotes

The Blasphemous Idea Dhurandhar Promotes

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

Dhurandhar's most dangerous idea is that Director Aditya Dhar envisions an Indian state run by a deep state -- an intelligence machinery not accountable to Parliament, courts, or voters. A future political system where unelected officials decide when Indian democracy is 'fit' to function, observes Syed Firdaus Ashraf.

'Dhurandhar Is Not Just A Project For Me'

'Dhurandhar Is Not Just A Project For Me'

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

'It feels like the universe gently whispered, 'Pause, don't rush away yet, there's a story waiting for you here'.'

Why Ajay-Rakul's Pyaar Will Be Different This Time

Why Ajay-Rakul's Pyaar Will Be Different This Time

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

This time, it's a case of pyaar vs parivaar where Ajay's character tries to win over his girlfriend's parents, played by R Madhavan and Gautami Kapoor.

Yami Slams A Trend That Feels Like 'Extortion'

Yami Slams A Trend That Feels Like 'Extortion'

Rediff.com4 Dec 2025

'This so called trend of giving money, in the disguise of marketing a film, to ensure good 'hype' for a film is created or else 'they' will continuously write negative things (even before the film is released), until you pay 'them' money feels nothing but kind of extortion.'

Court acquits Dileep, finds 6 guilty in actress assault case

Court acquits Dileep, finds 6 guilty in actress assault case

Rediff.com9 Dec 2025

The court, however, found six others, including prime accused Sunil N S alias Pulsar Suni, who directly committed the crime, guilty.

De De Pyaar De 2 Review: Fun Watch

De De Pyaar De 2 Review: Fun Watch

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

It's been a while since Hindi cinema had a zany, well-written comedy, applauds Deepa Gahlot.

Widow of Pak cop objects to his portrayal in 'Dhurandhar'

Widow of Pak cop objects to his portrayal in 'Dhurandhar'

Rediff.com29 Nov 2025

In the movie, veteran star Sanjay Dutt portrays Chaudhary Aslam. The police officer was assassinated by Pakistan Tehreek-e-Taliban's Mohmand chapter who claimed responsibility for carrying out a bomb attack on his car on the Lyari Expressway on January 9, 2014, in which two other police officers, his driver, and guard were also killed.

Kerala govt to appeal Dileep's acquittal in actress assault case

Kerala govt to appeal Dileep's acquittal in actress assault case

Rediff.com8 Dec 2025

Kerala government announces its decision to appeal against the acquittal of Malayalam actor Dileep in the actress assault case, citing incomplete justice for the survivor. The court found six others guilty. The decision follows reactions from political leaders, film industry figures, and the public.

December's Blockbuster Theatre Line-Up

December's Blockbuster Theatre Line-Up

Rediff.com26 Nov 2025

The year will close on a blockbuster note, if December's theatre line-up is any indication. Be it Bollywood, Hollywood or south, there are many biggies ready for release.

De De Pyaar De 2 Earns 38 Cr

De De Pyaar De 2 Earns 38 Cr

Rediff.com17 Nov 2025

The Ajay Devgn-Rakul Singh starrer couldn't get a double digit score on the first day.

Dhurandhar Review: Excessively Violent

Dhurandhar Review: Excessively Violent

Rediff.com5 Dec 2025

Dhurandhar may not have the dark realism of a spy story which a web show can manage. But it does not have the flamboyance either, that has come to be associated with espionage movies, observes Deepa Gahlot.

How Ananya, Sonakshi, Yami Celebrated Diwali

How Ananya, Sonakshi, Yami Celebrated Diwali

Rediff.com21 Oct 2025

Bollywood families celebrated Diwali and created memories on social media.

This Millennium's Most Influential Indian Film Is...

This Millennium's Most Influential Indian Film Is...

Rediff.com1 Oct 2025

'It is so important to have co-stars who don't think about their own performance only while creating something special.'

'Thank You For Gracing Our Lives!'

'Thank You For Gracing Our Lives!'

Rediff.com27 Oct 2025

'The heavens will be a merrier and a happier place now.' Colleagues pay homage to Satish Shah who passed into the ages on Saturday.

Movies To Watch In Theatres In November

Movies To Watch In Theatres In November

Rediff.com29 Oct 2025

A look at the interesting movie releases lined up for November.

The Kind of Love Fatima Longs For

The Kind of Love Fatima Longs For

Rediff.com11 Nov 2025

'I am very fortunate that I am getting films where I am finally doing romance on screen, if not in my real life.'

Ranveer-Bobby's Ad Film Costs 150 Cr!

Ranveer-Bobby's Ad Film Costs 150 Cr!

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

Agent Ching Attacks boasts of sleek visuals and starry appeal rare to see in a commercial. Ranveer Singh returns as Captain Ching, joined by Bobby Deol and Southern sensation Sreeleela.

Actor Satish Shah passes away at 74

Actor Satish Shah passes away at 74

Rediff.com25 Oct 2025

Born on June 25, 1951, Shah was a prominent figure in Indian cinema and television. His career spanned several decades, during which he earned acclaim for his comedic timing in movies such as Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro, Maalamaal, Hero Hiralal, Main Hoon Na and Kal Ho Naa Ho.

'Don't Quit Your Job To Start a Business'

'Don't Quit Your Job To Start a Business'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Yamuna Kalyani reveals how she battled stereotypes to build UniteAR, an augmented reality platform that helps users create interactive AR experiences for personal and commercial purposes.

'I Love Getting Hurt In Love'

'I Love Getting Hurt In Love'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

'I have been in love where I had no identity of my own. I had also broken up because I was strong-headed in the relationship.'

'Achyutji Was Hungry For Work'

'Achyutji Was Hungry For Work'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

'He was a true actor, not in this for fame or money, but just for the sake of being in front of the camera.'

A Giant Of Science Passes Into The Ages

A Giant Of Science Passes Into The Ages

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

In Professor Sulochana Gadgil's passing, India has lost a scientific giant, a fierce intellect, and a compassionate soul, remembers Dr Madhavan Nair Rajeevan.

Madhavan Has NEVER Done THIS Before!

Madhavan Has NEVER Done THIS Before!

Rediff.com6 Mar 2024

'This creature that I play is so evil, he is way beyond my comprehension of wickedness.'