News for 'National Film Awards'

Mrudula Murali to make her Bollywood debut

Mrudula Murali to make her Bollywood debut

Rediff.com27 Jun 2016

The latest updates from the Malayalam film industry.

'I am preparing for an Olympic medal for my nation'

'I am preparing for an Olympic medal for my nation'

Rediff.com18 Dec 2019

'If you work with honesty and perseverance, success will surely come to you,' says Dutee Chand as she prepares to make her second Olympic appearance in Tokyo.

'Veeraputhran has created history in Malayalam films'

'Veeraputhran has created history in Malayalam films'

Rediff.com19 Oct 2011

Director P T Kunhi Mohammed talks about his film Veeraputhran and opens up about the controversies related to it.

Helming a Hollywood film in India

Helming a Hollywood film in India

Rediff.com22 Jun 2010

Sohan Roy on helming a Hollywood film in India.

A post-Kargil film

A post-Kargil film

Rediff.com12 Feb 2003

Watch Out For These New Directors

Watch Out For These New Directors

Rediff.com3 Jan 2023

Looking at Bollywood's Class of 2023 Directors.

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...

'83, Uri, Raazi... : Your I-Day OTT Menu

'83, Uri, Raazi... : Your I-Day OTT Menu

Rediff.com15 Aug 2022

It's time to awaken the patriot in you!

Which Tamil film will you watch this weekend?

Which Tamil film will you watch this weekend?

Rediff.com23 Dec 2015

Take your pick.

DD told to telecast Anand Patwardhan film

DD told to telecast Anand Patwardhan film

Rediff.com4 Mar 2004

The public broadcaster was ordered to telecast 'Father, Son and Holy War', a National Award winning documentary, within 12 weeks.

The auto driver who won at Venice Film Festival

The auto driver who won at Venice Film Festival

Rediff.com28 Sep 2015

'My status in society as an auto driver could never have brought me this glory; it is my writing that has taken me across the seas and brought me fame.' M Chandrakumar shares his success story.

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.

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.

'Vikram didn't have a heart attack'

'Vikram didn't have a heart attack'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2022

'It is nervous exhaustion.' 'Vikram has been working non-stop to complete his two underproduction films: R Ajay Gnanamuthu's Cobra and Mani Ratnam's Ponniyin Selvan.'

Does Pankaj Tripathi look like Vajpayee? VOTE!

Does Pankaj Tripathi look like Vajpayee? VOTE!

Rediff.com26 Dec 2022

When Pankaj Tripathi agrees to play a towering leader like Atal Bihari Vajpayee, here's what happens.

From coconut oil to film financing

From coconut oil to film financing

Rediff.com19 Sep 2003

'I couldn't have hoped for a better birthday present'

'I couldn't have hoped for a better birthday present'

Rediff.com2 Oct 2022

'Der aaye durust aaye, better late than never.'

'I want to work with Vidya in every film'

'I want to work with Vidya in every film'

Rediff.com13 Apr 2017

'I asked all the actresses to stop waxing, shaping eyebrows, pedicures and manicures because I wanted a rustic look.' 'They are very glamorous women, so there was a bit of insecurity.' 'They would put on a little make-up on the sly, but I would sit like a school teacher and check make-up and nails!' 'I would make sure that every bit of unnecessary make-up was taken off.'

'Imagine SRK offering you a film to direct!'

'Imagine SRK offering you a film to direct!'

Rediff.com10 Jan 2008

E Niwas can't believe his luck, as he talks about his new film, My Name IS Anthony Gonsalves.

'I'm disappointed Barfi! didn't get the National Award'

'I'm disappointed Barfi! didn't get the National Award'

Rediff.com19 Mar 2013

Priyanka Chopra, Ekta Kapoor and Sanjay Gupta at the music launch of Shootout At Wadala.

Meet the TOP FIVE Tamil actresses

Meet the TOP FIVE Tamil actresses

Rediff.com3 Jan 2017

Tamannaah tops the list.

Rajini Murugan, Visaranai, Eeti, Urumeen: Which film will YOU watch?

Rajini Murugan, Visaranai, Eeti, Urumeen: Which film will YOU watch?

Rediff.com30 Nov 2015

Take a look, and write in the message board below!

'Sir, I can dance and I am a super actress'

'Sir, I can dance and I am a super actress'

Rediff.com3 Mar 2023

'After pack-up, Sridevi took a shower in the studio itself, changed, and returned to the set with a wad of notes.' 'She distributed it amongst every technician who had worked on the song Na Jaane Kahan Se Aaye Hai.'

Trisha to star in Queen remake?

Trisha to star in Queen remake?

Rediff.com7 Jul 2016

The latest updates from the Tamil film industry.

Geetanjali Thapa: Liar's Dice is a small film with a big heart

Geetanjali Thapa: Liar's Dice is a small film with a big heart

Rediff.com24 Sep 2014

The National award-winning actress talks about the latest feather in her first film's cap.

56 personalities receive Padma awards from President

56 personalities receive Padma awards from President

Rediff.com26 Apr 2014

The awardees included one Padma Vibhushan, 11 Padma Bhushan and 44 Padma Shri.

First look: Rani Rudramma Devi, India's first 3D historical stereoscopic film

First look: Rani Rudramma Devi, India's first 3D historical stereoscopic film

Rediff.com19 Nov 2013

Rani Rudramma Devi, the Kakatiya queen, ruled in the 13 century. She is a well-known figure of Indian history, particularly in South India.

Polio worker from Bihar, Malala honoured with UN award

Polio worker from Bihar, Malala honoured with UN award

Rediff.com8 Nov 2013

A polio worker from Bihar has been honoured with a prestigious United Nations Foundation award for her work in protecting children from the disease.

Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan: Actors who debuted with K Balachander

Rajinikanth, Kamal Haasan: Actors who debuted with K Balachander

Rediff.com24 Dec 2014

The 84-year-old Dadasaheb Phalke Award winner has given some of the best talents to Indian cinema.

Modi In 7,980 Photographs...

Modi In 7,980 Photographs...

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

What some of our leaders were up to on Monday.

Sonu Sood attends Shanghai film festival

Sonu Sood attends Shanghai film festival

Rediff.com14 Jun 2016

The top posts on social media from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

Why can't people stand up for national anthem for 52 seconds: Anupam Kher

Why can't people stand up for national anthem for 52 seconds: Anupam Kher

Rediff.com30 Oct 2017

"People never complain about standing in serpentine queues at hotels, ticket counters or any other place. But, they cannot spare 52 seconds to the tune of the national anthem in respect of their country," he said, while attending an event.

Is Election Commission Scared Of Modi?

Is Election Commission Scared Of Modi?

Rediff.com25 May 2024

This election will be remembered for being the first election where the Election Commission failed to take action on gross violations involving the ruling party that repeatedly used religion, communal slurs, lies and undocumented allegations, observes Ramesh Menon.

Review: Asha Jaoar Majhe is one of the best Indian films of 2015

Review: Asha Jaoar Majhe is one of the best Indian films of 2015

Rediff.com29 Jun 2015

Bengali film Asha Jaoar Majhe is a must watch, a once in the lifetime kind of work that should be supported by film lovers and experienced on the big screen, writes Aseem Chhabra.

'People know me for my films; nobody knows me beyond that'

'People know me for my films; nobody knows me beyond that'

Rediff.com8 Apr 2015

Filmmaker Prakash Jha opens up about his life.

Will this be India's SCARIEST horror film?

Will this be India's SCARIEST horror film?

Rediff.com31 Oct 2017

'Once The House Next Door becomes a hit, instead of Baahubali, this will become the reference point.' Yes, Siddharth is very confident of his latest film.

'Kalabhavan Mani was one of a kind'

'Kalabhavan Mani was one of a kind'

Rediff.com8 Mar 2016

'Kalabhavan Mani was truly the star of the masses, which was evident from the huge crowds that came to bid him adieu when he died on March 6 at the age of 45.'

'Dhanush gives you wings to fly'

'Dhanush gives you wings to fly'

Rediff.com27 Jul 2023

'With him by your side, you can even leap from the Bhuj Khalifa knowing that even if you crash land, the journey will be unforgettable.'

'A National Award calls for a lot of lobbyism'

'A National Award calls for a lot of lobbyism'

Rediff.com3 Jul 2008

In a candid interview, 74-year-old Soumitra Chatterjee spoke about his tryst with the National Award, a partisan jury, film industry, his aspirations and regrets.