News for 'Manipur Film'

Boong, The Manipur Film That Won A BAFTA

Boong, The Manipur Film That Won A BAFTA

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

'This story has been always there since my childhood because of missing people.' 'I remember a family member who disappeared and I kept wondering what happened to him.'

POCSO Case Filed Against VHP Leader, Film Director In Kerala

POCSO Case Filed Against VHP Leader, Film Director In Kerala

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

An FIR under the POCSO Act has been lodged against four persons, including a VHP leader and a film director, based on a complaint by a girl who gained attention during the Prayagraj Kumbh Mela and later married a Muslim man in Kerala.

POCSO Case Filed Against VHP Leader, Director After Complaint

POCSO Case Filed Against VHP Leader, Director After Complaint

Rediff.com30 Apr 2026

A POCSO case has been filed against a VHP leader and a film director, among others, following a complaint by a girl who gained attention during the Prayagraj Kumbh Mela and later married a Muslim man in Kerala.

Farhan Akhtar's Boong Wins At BAFTA

Farhan Akhtar's Boong Wins At BAFTA

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

Boong was the only Indian nominee at the ceremony and the first Indian film to win the Best Children and Family Film award.

How Farhan Akhtar Celebrated His BAFTA Win

How Farhan Akhtar Celebrated His BAFTA Win

Rediff.com24 Feb 2026

Boong wins a BAFTA, and India can't stay calm!

Tracing Boong's Magical Journey

Tracing Boong's Magical Journey

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

'In Manipur, we have this thing called shaman where you get possessed. Making Boong possessed us.'

Boong Review: Heartwarming And Heartbreaking

Boong Review: Heartwarming And Heartbreaking

Rediff.com6 Mar 2026

Make the effort for Boong, Mayur Sanap insists. Watch it, and experience its quietly heart-aching beauty.

Director to Take 'Love Jihad' Claim in Viral Kumbh Girl's Marriage to MP Chief Minister

Director to Take 'Love Jihad' Claim in Viral Kumbh Girl's Marriage to MP Chief Minister

Rediff.com15 Mar 2026

Film director Sanoj Mishra met the family of Monalisa Bhonsle, the viral Kumbh girl who recently married a Muslim man, alleging 'love jihad' and promising to take the matter to the Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister.

Director Claims Actress's Marriage is 'Love Jihad', Seeks Intervention

Director Claims Actress's Marriage is 'Love Jihad', Seeks Intervention

Rediff.com16 Mar 2026

Film director Sanoj Mishra has alleged that the marriage of actress Monalisa Bhonsle to a Muslim man is a case of 'love jihad' and plans to take the matter to the Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister.

Actress Monalisa Bhonsle Defies Family, Marries Muslim Man in Kerala

Actress Monalisa Bhonsle Defies Family, Marries Muslim Man in Kerala

Rediff.com12 Mar 2026

Monalisa Bhonsle, an Indian actress, has married a Muslim man in Kerala against her family's wishes, leading to controversy and allegations of 'love jihad'.

Will Vijay's Next Film Rescue His Political Career?

Will Vijay's Next Film Rescue His Political Career?

Rediff.com6 Oct 2025

'Karur could still impact Jana Nayagan's box-office success if Vijay and the TVK do not get their act together,' points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

Suresh Kalmadi: From IAF Pilot To Powerbroker Of Indian Sport

Suresh Kalmadi: From IAF Pilot To Powerbroker Of Indian Sport

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Suresh Kalmadi brought several top-class events to India including the 2003 Afro Asian Games, the 2008 Commonwealth Youth Games, the 2010 Commonwealth Games.

'Corruption Is No Longer A Bad Word'

'Corruption Is No Longer A Bad Word'

Rediff.com5 Aug 2025

'When India opened its doors to the world, moving away from an agrarian to a market economy, everything, whether life or love, was commodified.'

Logjam persists in Parliament amid ruckus over Manipur

Logjam persists in Parliament amid ruckus over Manipur

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

Parliament proceedings were adjourned for the day on Monday following protests by the opposition which has been demanding a statement from Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the House on the Manipur issue. In the Rajya Sabha, the opposition kept insisting on a discussion under Rule 267 of the House.

A New Way To Retire Gracefully

A New Way To Retire Gracefully

Rediff.com3 Sep 2025

This isn't just a home for the elderly. It's a place where life stories, generations, and cultures weave themselves into something quietly extraordinary, discovers Nitin Sathe.

Manipur shuts down after actress is molested in public

Manipur shuts down after actress is molested in public

Rediff.com22 Dec 2012

Protests turned violent in Manipur as police burst tear gas shells to disperse agitated locals during the first day of the indefinite state-wide bandh called by a film body demanding the arrest of an NSCN-IM ultra who allegedly molested a Manipuri film actress at a public function

'Randeep Hasn't Had It Easy But...'

'Randeep Hasn't Had It Easy But...'

Rediff.com11 May 2025

'He surprised us by telling us he wanted to make a career in acting.' 'We were scared since we knew nothing of this profession but then, he landed a role in Mira Nair's Monsoon Wedding.' 'After seeing him holding his own on screen, we decided to let the boy pursue his passion.'

Muted I-Day celebrations in Manipur; Imphal wears deserted look

Muted I-Day celebrations in Manipur; Imphal wears deserted look

Rediff.com15 Aug 2023

It was a muted Independence Day celebrations because of the dawn-to-dusk general strike called by multiple militant outfits and the loss of lives and property of hundreds of people over the last three months in the ethnic strife.

CBI to probe Manipur sexual abuse video case

CBI to probe Manipur sexual abuse video case

Rediff.com28 Jul 2023

The Centre on Thursday informed the Supreme Court that it has transferred to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) the probe into a case related to two women being paraded naked in strife-torn Manipur, saying the approach of the government was of zero tolerance towards any crimes against women.

Manipur violence set to rock Parliament's Monsoon Session

Manipur violence set to rock Parliament's Monsoon Session

Rediff.com19 Jul 2023

The situation in Manipur and the Delhi services ordinance are set to dominate the Monsoon session of Parliament beginning Thursday with the Opposition gearing up to raise these issues to corner the government.

Meitei group locks govt offices in protest over Jiribam killings

Meitei group locks govt offices in protest over Jiribam killings

Rediff.com18 Nov 2024

Protests erupted in Imphal, Manipur, on Monday, as a group led by the Coordinating Committee on Manipur Integrity (COCOMI) locked government offices in protest of the recent killing of three women and three children in Jiribam. The Manipur government also extended the suspension of internet services for two more days, till Wednesday, in seven districts of the state. The protests come amidst a fresh wave of unrest following the disappearance of six people from a displaced persons camp in Jiribam and the subsequent discovery of multiple bodies.

Political bigwigs, film celebs queue up to vote as world's largest polls begin

Political bigwigs, film celebs queue up to vote as world's largest polls begin

Rediff.com19 Apr 2024

Here are some of the famous faces queued up to get ink mark on their fingers.

'I've Never Written With The Market In Mind'

'I've Never Written With The Market In Mind'

Rediff.com4 Mar 2025

'When I am working on a series, be it Paatal Lok on Amazon Prime or Kohrra on Netflix, I never take it for granted that we will be back with another season.' 'It's only at the end of the season that I ask myself if I still have it in me to take the story further and if I would like to meet the characters again.' 'If the answer is yes, then I find ways to make the journey exciting for myself, like taking Inspector Haathiram Chaudhary to Nagaland.'

Said what 1st dy CM said about 2nd dy CM: Kamra on Shinde row

Said what 1st dy CM said about 2nd dy CM: Kamra on Shinde row

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

In a lengthy statement on X late Monday night, a defiant Kamra said those busy leaking his number on social media or calling him incessantly should know that it all goes to his voicemail where they will be subjected to "the very song" that they hate.

What Links 12th Fail And This Mizoram Batter?

What Links 12th Fail And This Mizoram Batter?

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

His pa is famed film-maker Vidhu Vinod Chopra, his ma is celebrated movie commentator Anupama Chopra, but Agni Dev Chopra's passion is not movies, but cricket.

'Did no wrong': Banned Manipuri actor stands her ground

'Did no wrong': Banned Manipuri actor stands her ground

Rediff.com20 Sep 2023

The ban was imposed on her by civil society group Kangleipak Kanba Lup for taking part in the event held in Delhi, amid the ongoing violence in Manipur.

Beautiful Stories From All Over India

Beautiful Stories From All Over India

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

Imaad Shah's Tuesday's Women, Haoban Paban Kumar's Iron Women of Manipur, Shivam Singh Rajput's Ladakh 470 and Samman Roy's The Exile are among 10 titles to watch out for at the 17th edition of the Film Bazaar.

Nayanthara Celebrates New Year With Twins

Nayanthara Celebrates New Year With Twins

Rediff.com15 Apr 2024

Film folk brought in the New Year -- known through so many names like Vishu, Puthanadu, Pohela Boishakh, Bihu and Cheiraoba -- and shared pictures on social media.

MT Vasudevan Nair, Suzuki, ex-CJI Khehar Singh get Padma Vibhushan

MT Vasudevan Nair, Suzuki, ex-CJI Khehar Singh get Padma Vibhushan

Rediff.com25 Jan 2025

President Droupadi Murmu on Saturday approved 139 Padma awards including seven Padma Vibhushans, 19 Padma Bhushans and 113 Padma Shris.

Agni Chopra's dream run continues: Will he make it to the IPL?

Agni Chopra's dream run continues: Will he make it to the IPL?

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

Agni Chopra domination of bowlers, which has seen his average touching Bradmanesque-levels, has come in the Plate League so far, and Agni nourishes the dream of getting into Elite League with Mizoram.

WATCH: Stars At Lin-Randeep Hooda's Wedding Reception

WATCH: Stars At Lin-Randeep Hooda's Wedding Reception

Rediff.com12 Dec 2023

Randeep Hooda and Lin Laisharm hosted a wedding reception in Mumbai, and invited their friends from the film industry.

Tamannaah-Vijay Attend Randeep-Lin's Reception

Tamannaah-Vijay Attend Randeep-Lin's Reception

Rediff.com12 Dec 2023

Randeep Hooda and Lin Laishram made a handsome couple at their wedding reception in Mumbai, where they invited their friends from the film industry.

The Normalcy Of Extrajudicial Killings In India

The Normalcy Of Extrajudicial Killings In India

Rediff.com29 Sep 2023

An unofficial and brutal justice system exists parallel to the official one, and it executes many times more of the accused than the official one executes convicts, points out Aakar Patel.

Extend all possible support to Revanna's victims: Rahul writes to K'taka CM

Extend all possible support to Revanna's victims: Rahul writes to K'taka CM

Rediff.com4 May 2024

In a veiled attack on Modi, Rahul said he has never come across a senior public representative who has constantly chosen silence in the face of untold violence against women.

Kerala's action hero makes a dashing entry into govt

Kerala's action hero makes a dashing entry into govt

Rediff.com9 Jun 2024

He was trolled during the Lok Sabha poll campaign, but despite the tactics by his rivals, action hero Suresh Gopi rose to national stardom in cinema style on June 4, winning the Thrissur seat on a BJP ticket and scripting history for the saffron party in Kerala.

How Randeep Hooda Met His Bride Lin

How Randeep Hooda Met His Bride Lin

Rediff.com29 Nov 2023

Randeep Hooda is all set to get married to girlfriend Lin Laishram in Imphal, Manipur, on November 29.

Curfew imposed in entire Manipur valley

Curfew imposed in entire Manipur valley

Rediff.com24 Dec 2012

Five police personnel have been placed under suspension in connection with the incident in which a 29-year-old journalist was killed in police firing in Manipur, official sources said on Monday. The sources said a three-member enquiry committee headed by Principal Secretary, Home, Suresh Babu has been constituted to probe Sunday's incident and the panel would submit its report to the government for further action within a week.

'People are still dying and the wounds run deep'

'People are still dying and the wounds run deep'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

'You can still hear gunshots, and this time even children know they are not normal.'

Manipur declares militant who molested actress 'wanted'

Manipur declares militant who molested actress 'wanted'

Rediff.com24 Dec 2012

The Manipur government declared as 'wanted' the National Socialist Council of Nagaland-IM militant, who had allegedly molested a Manipuri film actress, as protests against it grew on the third day of the indefinite bandh and curfew was clamped in the entire valley area to defuse the situation on Monday.

Curfew in 2 Manipur districts over molestation

Curfew in 2 Manipur districts over molestation

Rediff.com22 Dec 2012

Curfew was imposed on Saturday night in two districts in Manipur as violence escalated on the first day of an indefinite bandh called to protest alleged molestation of a film actress by a Nationalist Socialist Council of Nagaland-Isak Muivah militant.