News for 'National Film Award'

Why Irrfan Khan is a National Award winner!

Why Irrfan Khan is a National Award winner!

Rediff.com19 Mar 2013

Here's a look at the actors best work so far.

2009's Top Kannada Films

2009's Top Kannada Films

Rediff.com17 Dec 2009

Here then are a few noteworthy films of the year.

The Kriti Sanon Mark Sheet: See How Much She Scored!

The Kriti Sanon Mark Sheet: See How Much She Scored!

Rediff.com4 Apr 2024

Sukanya Verma looks at how the 33 year old has fared in her decade-long career.

'Who will remember my films when I'm gone?'

'Who will remember my films when I'm gone?'

Rediff.com1 May 2020

'All my hard work will be forgotten.'

Guru Dutt's life, now on film

Guru Dutt's life, now on film

Rediff.com12 Jun 2013

Bhavna Talwar will direct a film based on the life and loves of the iconic filmmaker.

Alagappan: Pattam Pole is an out an out commercial film

Alagappan: Pattam Pole is an out an out commercial film

Rediff.com9 Oct 2013

Cinematographer Alagappan speaks about turning into a director with Pattam Pole.

'Farhan surprised me by gifting me a BMW'

'Farhan surprised me by gifting me a BMW'

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

'He was an extremely naughty child, always in trouble and creating trouble.' 'He wanted to fly a kite at night, and sometimes, bunk school.' 'When I insisted on sending him, we could get a call from school that he had fainted.'

'We've built over 60 sets for Heera Mandi'

'We've built over 60 sets for Heera Mandi'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

'At a time when there's a lot of conversation happening around how AI has made art directors and production designers jobless, we will simply say that if your work speaks for you, you will never be out of work.'

Kalki 2989 AD Looks Exciting

Kalki 2989 AD Looks Exciting

Rediff.com21 Jul 2023

The ambition shown in the world-building of this universe is highly commendable and something that promises a big-screen spectacle. Mayur Sanap hopes that Nag Ashwin is not swayed by the excessive use of CGI and his rooted vision will shine with a strong and unique storyline.

Lata Mangeshkar gets Yash Chopra memorial award

Lata Mangeshkar gets Yash Chopra memorial award

Rediff.com20 Oct 2013

Legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar has been honoured with the first Yash Chopra Memorial Award for her contribution to Hindi cinema.

When Amitabh played an OLDER man

When Amitabh played an OLDER man

Rediff.com4 Jun 2020

Joginder Tuteja looks at the numerous times Mr Bachchan has played an older man.

Do you know Aamir Khan's first film?

Do you know Aamir Khan's first film?

Rediff.com26 Jun 2020

Joginder Tuteja looks at the lesser known films of these stars.

Katrina is Rajinikanth heroine in Enthiran 2?

Katrina is Rajinikanth heroine in Enthiran 2?

Rediff.com3 Sep 2015

A lowdown on what's happening in the Tamil film industry.

'Newcomers come without baggage'

'Newcomers come without baggage'

Rediff.com27 Nov 2023

'A good film is a good film.' 'If you enjoy watching it on Netflix, it should be equally fun to watch it in a theatre.'

Irrfan: The Best Films

Irrfan: The Best Films

Rediff.com29 Apr 2020

Sukanya Verma salutes the late actor's spectacular cinematic legacy.

Calf love can win awards too

Calf love can win awards too

Rediff.com24 Mar 2004

Anup Kurian's Manasarovar wins the prestigious 2003 Gollapudi Srinivas National Award.

PIX: Nayanthara, Dhanush enjoy CSK vs MI match

PIX: Nayanthara, Dhanush enjoy CSK vs MI match

Rediff.com6 May 2023

Nayanthara and her director husband Vignesh Shivan were spotted at Chepauk

Anupam Kher slams 'AwardWapsi Gang' for returning honours

Anupam Kher slams 'AwardWapsi Gang' for returning honours

Rediff.com29 Oct 2015

In a series of tweets, Kher said that the filmmakers' decision is an insult to the Censor Board jury and the audience.

'Nari shakti', festivals, spirituality themes of this year's states' tableaux

'Nari shakti', festivals, spirituality themes of this year's states' tableaux

Rediff.com26 Jan 2023

"Nari shakti" and women empowerment dominated the theme of tableaux of Kerala, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra and Tripura at the Republic Day parade here on Thursday.

Kalidas Jayaram to debut in a Tamil film

Kalidas Jayaram to debut in a Tamil film

Rediff.com3 Sep 2014

Kalidas will be acting in Balaji Tharaneetharan's forthcoming film, Oru Pakka Kathai

Nivin Pauly, Gautham Menon in Vineeth's Jacobinte Swargarajyam

Nivin Pauly, Gautham Menon in Vineeth's Jacobinte Swargarajyam

Rediff.com30 Oct 2015

A lowdown on what's happening in the Malayalam film industry.

Legendary Tamil actress Manorama, remembered as 'Aachi', dies

Legendary Tamil actress Manorama, remembered as 'Aachi', dies

Rediff.com11 Oct 2015

Legendary Tamil actress Manorama died at a private hospital in Chennai following a heart attack on Saturday night, family sources said. She was 78. She is survived by her son Boopathi.

From ad films to Mitrudu

From ad films to Mitrudu

Rediff.com7 May 2009

Meet Mahadev, the director who made his directorial debut with the Telugu film starring Balakrishna and Priya Mani.

Why Manthan Is A Must Watch

Why Manthan Is A Must Watch

Rediff.com9 May 2024

Nearly half a century later, Shyam Benegal's Manthan will be showcased in restored print at this year's Cannes Film Festival. It still serves as a much-needed reminder of setting aside differences in the favour of combined progress and profit, notes Sukanya Verma.

Exclusive: Shaji N Karun's new film with Jayaram

Exclusive: Shaji N Karun's new film with Jayaram

Rediff.com5 Apr 2013

The film titled Gaadha is based on the short story Kadal

Ratan Thiyam conferred Bhupen Hazarika Award

Ratan Thiyam conferred Bhupen Hazarika Award

Rediff.com8 Nov 2013

The award was presented by film and theatre personality Amol Palekar.

Quiz: Name the first film for which Ajay Devgn won a National award

Quiz: Name the first film for which Ajay Devgn won a National award

Rediff.com2 Apr 2015

In a special series, we will put YOU to the test everyday!

'I want to be Lady Shah Rukh Khan'

'I want to be Lady Shah Rukh Khan'

Rediff.com24 Apr 2024

'Laapataa Ladies opened a lot of doors for me.' 'I have gotten so much love from audiences and seniors in the industry that it's overwhelming.' 'I get calls from superstars. I'm holding my heart and it's like, "Oh my God, they are calling me? I am their fan and they love my work!"'

PIX: Shahid, Bachchans, Karan Johar attend style awards

PIX: Shahid, Bachchans, Karan Johar attend style awards

Rediff.com27 Mar 2015

Check out the star arrivals.

Mammootty signs his first Kannada film

Mammootty signs his first Kannada film

Rediff.com3 Nov 2009

The untitled movie will be directed by FTII Pune graduate and software engineer Abhay Simha.

Malayalam film Apothecary releases today

Malayalam film Apothecary releases today

Rediff.com7 Aug 2014

The story which is set in a hospital named Apothecary highlights some social issues.

How Can Shabana-Javed-Naseer Be In Tukde Tukde Gang?

How Can Shabana-Javed-Naseer Be In Tukde Tukde Gang?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2022

'Javed Akhtar, Naseeruddin Shah and Shabana Azmi have collectively brought more pride and honour to our country than the entire film fraternity put together.' 'Sir, the names you have taken are institutions, pillars of India's popular art, symbolising the very essence of humanism and nationalism.'

Muran, Cheran's new Tamil film

Muran, Cheran's new Tamil film

Rediff.com27 Jul 2010

An update on what's cooking in the Tamil film industry.

'Pathaan needs to be released without any hindrance'

'Pathaan needs to be released without any hindrance'

Rediff.com6 Jan 2023

'You don't want to see the film, don't see it. I want to see the film. Why are you stopping me?' asks Dadasaheb Phalke Award winner Asha Parekh.

'I don't want to make commercial films'

'I don't want to make commercial films'

Rediff.com3 Jan 2011

Girish Kasarvalli talks about National Award winning film Kanasemba Kudureyaneri.

'What if slum children craved for pizza? What would they do?'

'What if slum children craved for pizza? What would they do?'

Rediff.com26 Mar 2015

Director M Manikandan talks about his National Award-winning Tamil film Kaakka Muttai.

Malayalam film 'Adaminte Makan Abu' is India's entry for Oscar

Malayalam film 'Adaminte Makan Abu' is India's entry for Oscar

Rediff.com23 Sep 2011

National award-winning Malayalam film 'Adaminte Makan Abu', which deals with the struggle of a poor perfume seller to collect money for Haj, has been named India's official entry for this year's Oscars.

Tabu: The film industry is a trap

Tabu: The film industry is a trap

Rediff.com10 Aug 2015

'Acting is a very crazy profession to be in. Mentally and emotionally we have to go into a particular zone and come out of it and keep on doing it. I am sure acting takes a toll on everyone and maybe that's why logon ko actors pagal lagte hai.' In the second part of a fun conversation, Tabu shares some beautiful nuggets with Rediff.com's Savera R Someshwar and Sonil Dedhia.

Which Tamil film will YOU watch this weekend?

Which Tamil film will YOU watch this weekend?

Rediff.com3 Feb 2016

A look at the week's releases.

Hrithik, Priyanka dazzle Rajiv Gandhi awards

Hrithik, Priyanka dazzle Rajiv Gandhi awards

Rediff.com20 Aug 2009

The 12th Rajiv Gandhi awards saw a healthy dose of Bollywood.