News for 'Marathi'

'I Don't Like To Play Characters Which Demean Women'

'I Don't Like To Play Characters Which Demean Women'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2024

'I've been a villain, I've been a champ, I've been a superhero, I've been a zero, I've been a rejected fan, and I've been a very, very resilient lover.'

Sharmila Tagore in Marathi film

Sharmila Tagore in Marathi film

Rediff.com5 Sep 2008

Tagore, who is making her debut in Marathi film opposite actor-filmmaker Amol Palekar in Samantar (parallel), told reporters that regional cinema has strong roots.

PIX: Marathi actresses sizzle on 2014 calendar

PIX: Marathi actresses sizzle on 2014 calendar

Rediff.com5 Feb 2014

Here's a look at the actresses featured on the calendar.

Raj Thackeray shares stage with Modi, justifies his support to NDA

Raj Thackeray shares stage with Modi, justifies his support to NDA

Rediff.com17 May 2024

Raj Thackeray listed out his expectations from the PM in his third term in office.

Priority is given to majority in democracy: Ajit on EC ruling

Priority is given to majority in democracy: Ajit on EC ruling

Rediff.com7 Feb 2024

The Sharad Pawar camp described the ruling as a "murder of democracy" which would be challenged in the Supreme Court.

'First Congress Candidate To Get Vote From A Thackeray'

'First Congress Candidate To Get Vote From A Thackeray'

Rediff.com9 May 2024

While the responses of the candidates were predictable, depending on which side they belonged to, an interesting point slipped through when Rahul Shewale cited the Dharavi Redevelopment Project as a scheme that would add to Mumbai's importance. No big infrastructural project in Mumbai, he said, could be successful without the Centre's nod.

This Film Will Represent India At Oscars

This Film Will Represent India At Oscars

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

2018: Everyone Is A Hero is India's official entry to the Academy Awards 2024.

Maharashtra govt diktat: Prime time shows for Marathi movies

Maharashtra govt diktat: Prime time shows for Marathi movies

Rediff.com7 Apr 2015

In a controversial move, the Bharatiya Janata Party-Shiv Sena government in Maharashtra is set to enact a law to make it mandatory for multiplexes in the state to screen Marathi movies during prime time slots.

BJP's Shaina NC's dad's office vandalised over anti-Marathi poster

BJP's Shaina NC's dad's office vandalised over anti-Marathi poster

Rediff.com15 Apr 2015

Unidentified persons on Wednesday created a ruckus at the South Mumbai office of former Mumbai sheriff Nana Chudasama, to protest his 'anti-Marathi' banner.

Chandu Champion Review: Crowd Pleasing Melodrama

Chandu Champion Review: Crowd Pleasing Melodrama

Rediff.com14 Jun 2024

Chandu Champion is Kartik Aaryan's most ambitious work so far and the actor's muscular gusto is undeniable. There's visible fire in the man's belly but not enough soul, observes Sukanya Verma.

On Sena foundation day, Uddhav, Shinde spar over Hindutva, 'real' Sena

On Sena foundation day, Uddhav, Shinde spar over Hindutva, 'real' Sena

Rediff.com20 Jun 2024

Uddhav Thackeray claimed the new Narendra Modi government at the Centre, which was sworn in on June 9, will collapse and will be replaced by an INDIA bloc dispensation.

Marathi films row: Supreme Court relief for Shobhaa De

Marathi films row: Supreme Court relief for Shobhaa De

Rediff.com28 Apr 2015

The Supreme Court on Tuesday stayed the breach of privilege motion notice issued against author Shobhaa De by Maharashtra assembly speaker for her tweets on the state government's decision to make it mandatory for multiplexes to screen Marathi movies during prime time.

PIX: Amruta Khanvilkar, Siddharth Jadhav at Marathi film Guru special screening

PIX: Amruta Khanvilkar, Siddharth Jadhav at Marathi film Guru special screening

Rediff.com23 Jan 2016

Amruta Khanvilkar, Siddharth Jadhav and others were present at Marathi film Guru's special screening.

Office-bearers quit MNS over Raj Thackeray supporting Modi

Office-bearers quit MNS over Raj Thackeray supporting Modi

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

Many office-bearers of the Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) have resigned in protest after their party chief Raj Thackeray declared support to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the BJP-led Mahayuti alliance in the state.

Madhuri returns to Marathi roots

Madhuri returns to Marathi roots

Rediff.com5 Jan 2007

The actress, who launched a Marathi book yesterday, has her calendar full.

HC restrains misuse of actor Jackie Shroff's name, voice without consent

HC restrains misuse of actor Jackie Shroff's name, voice without consent

Rediff.com18 May 2024

The court said Shroff is a celebrity and this status inherently grants him certain rights over his personality and associated attributes.

The Rise Of The Mid-Range Movie Hit

The Rise Of The Mid-Range Movie Hit

Rediff.com17 Jun 2024

While super hits like Jawaan are missing this year, it has been filled with a range of medium-range hits such as Crew, Teri Baaton Ne Uljhaa Diya and Guntur Kaaram, observes Vanita Kohli-Khandekar.

PIX: Varun Dhawan, Vidya Balan, Riteish Deshmukh attend Marathi Filmfare Awards

PIX: Varun Dhawan, Vidya Balan, Riteish Deshmukh attend Marathi Filmfare Awards

Rediff.com23 Nov 2015

A look at the star arrivals.

Mission Impossible Earns Rs 65 Crores!

Mission Impossible Earns Rs 65 Crores!

Rediff.com17 Jul 2023

It's the highest that a Mission: Impossible film has done in India.

When Bollywood Showed Off Its Tricolours

When Bollywood Showed Off Its Tricolours

Rediff.com25 Jan 2024

On Republic Day, Sukanya Verma looks at the times the colours of the tiranga adorned the stars on screen and off it.

'Raj Thackeray's pro-Marathi stand's okay, but...'

'Raj Thackeray's pro-Marathi stand's okay, but...'

Rediff.com16 Aug 2010

"Maharashtra is a great state. There is nothing wrong in promoting Marathi. But, at the same time do not kill Hindi and Bhojpuri," Amar Singh said to reporters in neighbouring Virar in Thane district.

Marathi litterateur Narayan Surve passes away

Marathi litterateur Narayan Surve passes away

Rediff.com16 Aug 2010

Well-known Marathi poet Narayan Surve, who passed away on Monday at the age of 83, was a social activist who put the voice of Mumbai's working class in Marathi literature.

Marathi actor Laxmikant Berde passes away

Marathi actor Laxmikant Berde passes away

Rediff.com16 Dec 2004

He was a renowned artiste in the Hindi and Marathi film industry.

It's final: Baramati to see Pawar vs Pawar contest

It's final: Baramati to see Pawar vs Pawar contest

Rediff.com30 Mar 2024

The Nationalist Congress Party on Saturday declared the candidature of Sunetra Pawar, wife of Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Ajit Pawar, from Baramati Lok Sabha seat, pitting her against sister-in-law and Sharad Pawar's daughter Supriya Sule from the home turf of Pawars.

Bridgerton, Baahubali, Beasts On OTT This Week

Bridgerton, Baahubali, Beasts On OTT This Week

Rediff.com17 May 2024

Lots of romance and action on OTT this week. Sukanya Verma lists her recommendations.

'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?'

Veteran Marathi actress-filmmaker Smita Talwalkar passes away

Veteran Marathi actress-filmmaker Smita Talwalkar passes away

Rediff.com6 Aug 2014

The actress-producer, 59, was being treated for cancer.

K'taka action against Marathi daily 'Talibani': Thackeray

K'taka action against Marathi daily 'Talibani': Thackeray

Rediff.com26 Jul 2012

The action by Karnataka Legislative Assembly against Belgaum-based Marathi daily 'Tarun Bharat' for giving voice to atrocities on Marathi populace there is akin to what the Taliban do, Shiv Sena chief Bal Thackeray said on Thursday.

Marathi singer Kulkarni dead

Marathi singer Kulkarni dead

Rediff.com11 Jul 2005

Jaywant Kulkarni died after a prolonged illness.

'He is why I am...'

'He is why I am...'

Rediff.com18 Dec 2023

'He let me choose what I wanted to do in life and supported me unconditionally in my quest to achieve my dreams.'

LS polls: Will it be a cakewalk for CM Shinde's son in Kalyan this time?

LS polls: Will it be a cakewalk for CM Shinde's son in Kalyan this time?

Rediff.com19 May 2024

The rivalry between the local leaders of the two parties could be a cause of concern for Shinde.

PIX: Aishwarya at a Marathi film's music launch

PIX: Aishwarya at a Marathi film's music launch

Rediff.com12 Jun 2017

The gorgeous actress has known him since her modelling days.

'I won't kill anyone to get what I want'

'I won't kill anyone to get what I want'

Rediff.com14 Jun 2023

'Nobody told me upfront that you are a Marathi girl so we will not cast you.' 'I questioned myself: 'Am I not good enough?' 'Am I not good-looking to be in this industry?''

Maharashtra govt to issue autorickshaw permits only to Marathi speakers

Maharashtra govt to issue autorickshaw permits only to Marathi speakers

Rediff.com16 Sep 2015

In a controversial move, the Bharatiya Janata Party-Shiv Sena government in Maharashtra has decided that autorickshaw permits in future will be issued to only those who can speak Marathi language.

The People Mumbai Forgot

The People Mumbai Forgot

Rediff.com5 Feb 2024

'When the mill strike started, there was crisis in every mill worker household.' 'One entire generation went without education.' 'Hunger forced them to take to crime.'

Belagavi bans entry of 3 Maharashtra ministers, 1 MP on Karnataka day

Belagavi bans entry of 3 Maharashtra ministers, 1 MP on Karnataka day

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

The Belagavi administration has banned three Maharashtra ministers and an MP from entering this border district, as they are expected to participate in the "black day" event organised by Maharashtra Ekikaran Samiti (MES) on November 1, on the occasion of Karnataka formation day.

Eknath Shinde Rouses Support For Son

Eknath Shinde Rouses Support For Son

Rediff.com3 May 2024

With two phases of voting already completed, political parties are busy with filing nominations, addressing roadshows and undertaking hectic campaigns for the constituencies that will vote this month.

There is no Marathi unity, rues Thackeray again

There is no Marathi unity, rues Thackeray again

Rediff.com29 Apr 2010

Former Union Finance Minister C D Deshmukh was the only Marathi leader in New Delhi with self-respect, Shiv Sena chief Bal Thackeray has said.

'We gave her the same respect we gave our real mothers'

'We gave her the same respect we gave our real mothers'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

'Sulochanaji was indeed a mother-figure to both the Hindi and Marathi film industry.'

Irrigated land in Maha only for Marathis: Raj

Irrigated land in Maha only for Marathis: Raj

Rediff.com26 Feb 2010

Giving a new dimension to his son-of-the-soil campaign, Maharashtra Navnirman Sena chief Raj Thackeray said on Friday that land under irrigation in the state should be given only to Marathi people.