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Rape case: Anurag Kashyap says he was in Lanka at the time

Rape case: Anurag Kashyap says he was in Lanka at the time

Rediff.com2 Oct 2020

A statement issued by his lawyer a day after he was questioned in the case said Kashyap provided documentary proof to the police to establish the fact that he was in Sri Lanka shooting for a film in August 2013.

RELIVING Amitabh Memories

RELIVING Amitabh Memories

Rediff.com30 Sep 2021

Namrata Thakker takes a walk down memory lane with Big B, in his own words.

KWK 7: 10 Akshay-Samantha Revelations

KWK 7: 10 Akshay-Samantha Revelations

Rediff.com22 Jul 2022

While Sam got candid about divorce and alimony, Akshay had some revelations about the Hindi film industry.

Superstar Krishna: 'End Of An Era'

Superstar Krishna: 'End Of An Era'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2022

'Such a great man is rare not only in the Telugu film industry, but in the Indian film industry as well.'

What if Sajid Khan directed Mr India, Sholay?

What if Sajid Khan directed Mr India, Sholay?

Rediff.com25 Jun 2014

What if Sajid Khan, who recently gave us Humshakals, touched our classics? Would cinema be as good? We take a look.

Reliance says dropped merger plans with Zee on role of founders

Reliance says dropped merger plans with Zee on role of founders

Rediff.com13 Oct 2021

Reliance Industries on Wednesday said it had couple of months back made a proposal for merger of its media properties with Zee but dropped the offer over differences over stake of Zee founders. Hours after Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd's biggest shareholder named it as a firm that could help revive the television company's fortunes, billionaire Mukesh Ambani's firm issued a statement clarifying its position. "In February/ March 2021, Invesco assisted Reliance in arranging discussions directly between our representatives and Mr Punit Goenka, member of the founder family and managing director of Zee," it said.

Rajiv Kapoor's journey in Bollywood

Rajiv Kapoor's journey in Bollywood

Rediff.com22 Apr 2022

Rajiv Kapoor did not do many films in his career but he is still remembered for his solid hit, Ram Teri Ganga Maili.

Can you deliver, Mr Kejriwal?

Can you deliver, Mr Kejriwal?

Rediff.com21 Feb 2015

A week after taking office, Arvind Kejriwal and his ministers have ambitious promises to keep.

Why's Stalin Backing Arrested Minister?

Why's Stalin Backing Arrested Minister?

Rediff.com15 Jun 2023

At the end of the day, Stalin expressing solidarity with an arrested colleague is one thing, especially if he too felt that the minister had been wronged, but for him to retain the person in office sets a bad precedent, which would not go unnoticed by voters, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

Time to grow up, Mr Minister

Time to grow up, Mr Minister

Rediff.com21 Sep 2015

'I am only slightly puzzled by why the childishness has not left the minister. It is easy to be prejudiced and closed-minded when one is in one's teens. But adults should view the world as adults, not as squabbling and petty schoolchildren,' says Aakar Patel.

Excise case: ED questions Sisodia in Tihar jail; 1 more bizman held

Excise case: ED questions Sisodia in Tihar jail; 1 more bizman held

Rediff.com7 Mar 2023

The federal probe agency also made a fresh arrest in this case as it took into custody Hyderabad-based liquor businessman Arun Ramchandra Pillai, they said.

Like Nora Fatehi's Gym Look?

Like Nora Fatehi's Gym Look?

Rediff.com4 Oct 2021

Rediff.com Contributing Photographer Pradeep Bandekar spotted these stars over the weekend.

'There is growing concern in US about democracy in India'

'There is growing concern in US about democracy in India'

Rediff.com6 Oct 2021

'There are three pillars of concern: The expansion of Hindu majoritarianism, the concentration of executive power and decay of independent institutions, and curbs on free expression and dissent.'

Parkash Singh Badal passes away, Centre declares 2-day mourning

Parkash Singh Badal passes away, Centre declares 2-day mourning

Rediff.com26 Apr 2023

Five-time former Punjab chief minister and Shiromani Akali Dal patriarch Parkash Singh Badal, who was admitted to a private hospital in Mohali over a week ago, died on Tuesday. He was 95.

Akshay-Katrina take Sooryavanshi to KBC

Akshay-Katrina take Sooryavanshi to KBC

Rediff.com29 Oct 2021

Rediff.com Contributing Photographer Pradeep Bandekar glimpsed these stars on Thursday.

'Dad said I'm not going to help you with your career'

'Dad said I'm not going to help you with your career'

Rediff.com26 May 2023

'He said, "There was nobody to help me. I came from Kolkata to Mumbai to make a career of my own".' "'I have my own journey, and you need to experience that to value what you will have in the future.".'

A 'PERFECT' Afternoon with Kareena-Malaika

A 'PERFECT' Afternoon with Kareena-Malaika

Rediff.com27 Jan 2022

Janhvi shares the first look of her film... Sunny wishes Bobby...Gauahar takes us behind the scenes...

'You're not becoming a critic to tear cinema down'

'You're not becoming a critic to tear cinema down'

Rediff.com19 Oct 2022

'You become a critic because the job entails watching a 100 films a year, out of which there will be five or six good films.' 'It's really a glutton for punishment, but you're also optimistic and want to see exciting things.'

The BEST International Films of 2021

The BEST International Films of 2021

Rediff.com15 Dec 2021

Aseem Chhabra lists his favourite films, most of them shown at international film festivals held virtually (Berlinale and Rotterdam), hybrid (Toronto) or physical (Cannes and Venice).

Olympics: German official sent home after racist remarks

Olympics: German official sent home after racist remarks

Rediff.com29 Jul 2021

On German TV broadcaster ARD, commentator Florian Nass was left stunned, describing the comments as "totally wrong".

Alec Baldwin's prop gun kills cinematographer

Alec Baldwin's prop gun kills cinematographer

Rediff.com22 Oct 2021

Alec Baldwin discharged a prop firearm on the set of his movie Rust that killed the film's director of photography and wounding the director, the authorities said.

'I will never claim I was the man who made Rohit Sharma'

'I will never claim I was the man who made Rohit Sharma'

Rediff.com1 Dec 2022

'Rohit had so much talent that he would have made it anyhow, under any coach, but I am happy I was able to guide him.'

South Africa coach Boucher charged with gross misconduct

South Africa coach Boucher charged with gross misconduct

Rediff.com20 Jan 2022

Allegations of racism were levelled against Boucher by his former Proteas teammate, Paul Adams.

When Sridevi Was 'Conned'...

When Sridevi Was 'Conned'...

Rediff.com24 Feb 2023

'Vinod Khanna, Rishi Kapoor, Ranjeet and Shakti Kapoor were eating mutton biryani.' 'Suddenly, all of them jumped to their feet.' 'Sridevi had entered.' 'It was almost like a top army general had walked in.' 'The kind of respect she commanded without demanding it was incredible!'

10 Comedies That Will Cheer You

10 Comedies That Will Cheer You

Rediff.com6 Jan 2022

Quite a few light-hearted comedies are up for release, and Joginder Tuteja takes us through them.

Priyanka's Day Out With Baby Malti Marie

Priyanka's Day Out With Baby Malti Marie

Rediff.com22 Aug 2022

Katrina's back with her boys... Abhishek Bachchan meets his hero... Karisma's quiz question...

Have You Seen These Sridevi Movies?

Have You Seen These Sridevi Movies?

Rediff.com24 Feb 2022

On the actress' fourth death anniversary, Subhash K Jha selects his favourites.

'I start Pushpa 2 in a couple of days'

'I start Pushpa 2 in a couple of days'

Rediff.com7 Sep 2022

'I don't think I ever wanted to work with anyone, no Khans, nobody, except for Mr Amitabh Bachchan.'

A house for Mr Modi

A house for Mr Modi

Rediff.com17 May 2014

Life inside the prime minister's official residence is highly regulated, but it comes with its perks, says Veenu Sandhu

Coming soon: Prabhas, Bachchan, Deepika!

Coming soon: Prabhas, Bachchan, Deepika!

Rediff.com27 Jul 2021

'It is science fiction, and we hope to release in 2022.'

Meet The Brahmastra Stars: Mouni is Junoon!

Meet The Brahmastra Stars: Mouni is Junoon!

Rediff.com14 Jun 2022

Director Ayan Mukerji has started introducing the main characters of his mega movie Brahmastra, Part One: Shiva.

#MeToo allegations hit Indian football

#MeToo allegations hit Indian football

Rediff.com25 Apr 2022

AIFF secretary Kushal Das molested employees at work place, alleges former owner of I-League team Minerva Punjab.

5 Romantic Rain Songs

5 Romantic Rain Songs

Rediff.com6 Jul 2022

With the monsoon sweeping across many parts of India, Subhash K Jha picks 5 of his favourite romantic rain songs.

Mr Mallya's case is only the tip of the iceberg

Mr Mallya's case is only the tip of the iceberg

Rediff.com18 Mar 2016

The clean-up process begun by the Reserve Bank of India runs the risk of spiralling out of control.

'Downfall Was Written For Me'

'Downfall Was Written For Me'

Rediff.com6 Dec 2022

'I regret not showing my grandparents the man I am today.' 'I was battling with drug and alcohol addiction when they were alive.' 'They were struggling to see me deteriorating my life and destroying it.'

And now, a film on Salim-Javed

And now, a film on Salim-Javed

Rediff.com29 May 2021

Javed Akhtar's son Farhan Akhtar and the latter's partner Ritesh Sidhwani of Excel Entertainment are all set to produce a documentary-drama on the Salim-Javed phenomenon.

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.

Bollywood's Amazing Dads

Bollywood's Amazing Dads

Rediff.com19 Jun 2022

Whether it is Nargis in Mother India or Nirupa Roy in Deewaar, Mama's a scenestealer while Dad is just a shadow. There are films that have explored the Dad's character with tender affection

Amitabh, Sunny, Dulquer, Pooja...Wow!

Amitabh, Sunny, Dulquer, Pooja...Wow!

Rediff.com17 Aug 2021

'Sunny can command respect without raising his voice or fist. I wanted that personality for this character.'

'Everything is dependent on Ratan Tata'

'Everything is dependent on Ratan Tata'

Rediff.com11 Aug 2021

'I think Ratan felt he had to do everything that he could to retain control of the company started by his forefathers, because that was the first priority and nothing else mattered compared to that.'