News for 'National Film Awards'

Why 'Captain' Vijayakanth Won't Be Forgotten

Why 'Captain' Vijayakanth Won't Be Forgotten

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

The Tamil film industry won't forget Vijayakanth's large-heartedness, how he took care of fellow industry persons, male or female, rich or poor, young or old...recalls N Sathiya Moorthy. How he sent money quietly for the family of a stunt artiste to meet his funeral expenses, how he always ensured that all female co-stars, including junior artistes, had secure accommodation on outdoor shoots, and how he would always the first to rush help if anyone from the fraternity was in distress.

'One thing about Alia is that...'

'One thing about Alia is that...'

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

'Alia is very clear about what she likes and what she does not like.' 'She responds with her gut.'

Rituparno Ghosh's MOST MEMORABLE Films

Rituparno Ghosh's MOST MEMORABLE Films

Rediff.com30 May 2013

Here's our pick of the maverick director's best works.

Irrfan: The Best Films

Irrfan: The Best Films

Rediff.com29 Apr 2020

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

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.

PIX: Sonam Kapoor, Vicky Kaushal watch a Punjabi film

PIX: Sonam Kapoor, Vicky Kaushal watch a Punjabi film

Rediff.com3 Aug 2016

Sonam Kapoor, Vicky Kaushal and others at the screening of Punjabi film Chauthi Koot.

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.

Now a Telugu cricket film

Now a Telugu cricket film

Rediff.com22 Mar 2010

The award-winning team of producer Ram Mohan and Indraganti Mohankrishna have come out with a new untitled venture that will see the nation's obsession enter the Telugu silver screen shortly.

CHAT with fashion designer Neeta Lulla

CHAT with fashion designer Neeta Lulla

Rediff.com9 Sep 2013

National Award winning designer interacted with Rediff readers on Tuesday, September 10, 2013.

Fun And Guns Coming Up On OTT In August

Fun And Guns Coming Up On OTT In August

Rediff.com1 Aug 2023

There's a lot of entertainment coming up for you on OTT in the month of August.

2009's Top Kannada Films

2009's Top Kannada Films

Rediff.com17 Dec 2009

Here then are a few noteworthy films of the year.

Is Election Slipping Out Of Modi's Hands?

Is Election Slipping Out Of Modi's Hands?

Rediff.com1 May 2024

In nearly 100 seats, the BJP stands almost no chance of winning. In 200 seats, it is a direct fight between the BJP and the Congress where the BJP has an upper hand. In 243 seats, the BJP is pitted against regional parties and it is not going to be easy. That is why 400 seats may end up as a pipe dream, states Ramesh Menon, author of Modi Demystified: The Making of a Prime Minister.

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.

Birju Maharaj: A life dedicated to Kathak

Birju Maharaj: A life dedicated to Kathak

Rediff.com17 Jan 2022

The legendary dancer did not just take Kathak to the world but also passed on his craft to generations of students

Modi Gets To Meet The Oscars

Modi Gets To Meet The Oscars

Rediff.com31 Mar 2023

'I had the opportunity to meet the brilliant team associated with it. They have made India very proud.'

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.

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.

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.

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

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!

'India is proud of you'

'India is proud of you'

Rediff.com11 Jan 2023

'Watching the world cheer for an Indian film is a dream come true.'

The Omicron Threat To India's Movie Biz

The Omicron Threat To India's Movie Biz

Rediff.com18 Dec 2021

The cinema industry is staring at a loss of at least Rs 5,000 crore at the box office over the next six months if Omicron proves to be a spoiler.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

Will July See Controversy In Theatres?

Will July See Controversy In Theatres?

Rediff.com3 Jul 2023

The summer saw its fair share of hits at the box office. Now, the monsoon has quite a few movie releases from across genres.

How Much Madhuri's Devdas Lehenga Weighed

How Much Madhuri's Devdas Lehenga Weighed

Rediff.com30 May 2023

Mrunal wraps up a Mumbai schedule... Mouni starts a restaurant...Sunny takes a nap...

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.

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.

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.

RECAP 2023: Here's What We Learnt

RECAP 2023: Here's What We Learnt

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

Sukanya Verma recaps everything we learned this year in showbiz.

Indian HOTTIES Who'd WOW the Met Gala

Indian HOTTIES Who'd WOW the Met Gala

Rediff.com21 Sep 2021

Trust these Indian style sensations to pull the right chords at one of the world's greatest fashion galas.

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.

#20YearsOfLagaan: What the cast is up to

#20YearsOfLagaan: What the cast is up to

Rediff.com15 Jun 2021

As we celebrate 20 years of the epic, Namrata Thakker takes a look at the cast and sees what they have been up to since.

PHOTOS: President presents Padma awards to 54

PHOTOS: President presents Padma awards to 54

Rediff.com16 Mar 2019

Former cricketer Gautam Gambhir, actor Manoj Bajpayee, mountaineer Bachendri Pal, ISRO scientist Nambi Narayanan and Odisha tea seller D Prakash Rao were among the recipients of the honour.

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.

'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.