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PIX: Salman returns home

PIX: Salman returns home

Rediff.com8 Apr 2018

Scenes from outside Salman Khan's house.

When Gandhi-Jinnah First Met

When Gandhi-Jinnah First Met

Rediff.com2 Oct 2021

No plaque marks the historic meeting place of the fathers of two nations. And no history textbook tells us about that first meeting and their mutual admiration, common ethos and comradeship.

Buzz: WI tour to go ahead despite COVID-19 breaches

Buzz: WI tour to go ahead despite COVID-19 breaches

Rediff.com11 Nov 2020

Babar named Pakistan Test captain, takes charge of all three formats.

'I was really fond of Kumkum'

'I was really fond of Kumkum'

Rediff.com29 Jul 2020

Kumkum, who featured in some of the most memorable songs in Hindi cinema, passed away on Tuesday. She was 86.

Don't Miss! The Best Videos of the Week

Don't Miss! The Best Videos of the Week

Rediff.com26 Mar 2021

The Hottest Videos of the Week!

What made Pankaj Tripathi Cry

What made Pankaj Tripathi Cry

Rediff.com30 Jul 2021

'Never had I imagined even in my wildest dreams that this 18-year-journey through 80 films would bring me so much love, respect and appreciation.' 'I never thought I would become such a charchit abhineta (popular actor).'

FIR against Tandav director, Amazon India head of content

FIR against Tandav director, Amazon India head of content

Rediff.com18 Jan 2021

It also alleged that the person occupying the high post of Prime Minister of India has been portrayed in a very belittling manner besides there are scenes in which castes have been presented as low and high and women in an insulting manner.

PIX: Varun steps out

PIX: Varun steps out

Rediff.com14 Apr 2018

Here's how stars spend their Friday.

PIX: Shahid, Rana, Aditi, Kriti win awards

PIX: Shahid, Rana, Aditi, Kriti win awards

Rediff.com22 Apr 2018

After television stars were honoured at the Dadasaheb Phalke Excellence Awards on Friday, it was the turn to celebrate Bollywood.

'In Sagar Sarhadi's death, we lost a powerful voice'

'In Sagar Sarhadi's death, we lost a powerful voice'

Rediff.com22 Mar 2021

'I'm very proud of having worked with one of the finest minds of India and Indian cinema.'

When are the BIG movies releasing?

When are the BIG movies releasing?

Rediff.com10 Mar 2021

Joginder Tuteja looks at the upcoming films and their release dates.

How this general taught Pakistan a lesson

How this general taught Pakistan a lesson

Rediff.com26 Nov 2020

'In one instance of the Pakistani army's violation of the Ceasefire, I ordered a far tougher response designed to deter the enemy.' 'I warned that 'unexpected damage' to their forces will be inflicted if they continued with such ceasefire violations.' A fascinating excerpt from Lieutenant General K Himalay Singh's Making of a General: A Himalayan Echo.

'If you have too many girls, that's a problem'

'If you have too many girls, that's a problem'

Rediff.com28 Jun 2022

'If you don't have children, that's also a problem.' 'There's no right way to live because everybody has an opinion about your personal life, and how you should live.' 'You have to listen to them, unless you can pick a fight with everyone.'

Why this cop is educating 50 children

Why this cop is educating 50 children

Rediff.com19 Jun 2021

The Hottest Videos of the Week!

Ajay Devgn's father Veeru Devgan passes away

Ajay Devgn's father Veeru Devgan passes away

Rediff.com27 May 2019

Veeru Devgan is survived by his wife Veena, son Ajay, daughter-in-law Kajol, daughters Kavita and Neelam and his grandchildren.

Why's Rahman hanging out with Will Smith?

Why's Rahman hanging out with Will Smith?

Rediff.com9 Aug 2018

And just what were these cool guys discussing?

'At the end of the day, humanity has to trump sport'

'At the end of the day, humanity has to trump sport'

Rediff.com25 Mar 2020

His much-awaited Olympic debut has been delayed by a year but star Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra is unfazed as he feels humanity needs to focus on the coronavirus pandemic more than anything else right now.

SEE: How Farokh Engineer saved Shashi Kapoor's career

SEE: How Farokh Engineer saved Shashi Kapoor's career

Rediff.com5 Dec 2019

'My bench mate at school was Shashi Kapoor and we were together from KG right up to the 10th standard.'

Kalki, Kriti, Pulkit watch 3 Storeys

Kalki, Kriti, Pulkit watch 3 Storeys

Rediff.com7 Mar 2018

A look at the pictures.

EXCITING 2021 Movie Releases

EXCITING 2021 Movie Releases

Rediff.com8 Jan 2021

Joginder Tuteja lists the new releases of 2021.

When Dilip Kumar almost got arrested

When Dilip Kumar almost got arrested

Rediff.com10 Jul 2021

Malavika Sangghvi gives us fascinating glimpses from Dilip Kumar's life.

Hamid, Bhonsle, Blinded by the Light at IFFSA

Hamid, Bhonsle, Blinded by the Light at IFFSA

Rediff.com8 May 2019

Check out the impressive line-up at the International Film Festival of South Asia.

Bollywood 2021: J to Q RECAP

Bollywood 2021: J to Q RECAP

Rediff.com31 Dec 2021

Here's the second part of guide to a year that will soon become history.

Australia destroy England to win women's T20 title

Australia destroy England to win women's T20 title

Rediff.com25 Nov 2018

Ashleigh Gardner scored an unbeaten 33 as Australia beat England by eight wickets to win the Women's World Twenty20 title.

PIX: Priyanka-Nick Jones go out on a dinner date

PIX: Priyanka-Nick Jones go out on a dinner date

Rediff.com23 Jun 2018

Say hello to the newest celebrity couple!

Karisma's ex at kids' birthday party

Karisma's ex at kids' birthday party

Rediff.com13 Mar 2019

Family time in Bollywood!

'Abrasive behaviour is like cancer'

'Abrasive behaviour is like cancer'

Rediff.com19 Apr 2021

'They are acutely aware of how they can use their power as a means to either continue dominating people or to get ahead.'

PHOTOS: Tennis legend Agassi makes Mumbai stop over!

PHOTOS: Tennis legend Agassi makes Mumbai stop over!

Rediff.com18 Jan 2017

Former World No 1 and tennis legend Andre Agassi was named ambassador for the True North Brand at an event in Mumbai on Wednesday.

Tandav makers apologise, say no intent to hurt sentiments

Tandav makers apologise, say no intent to hurt sentiments

Rediff.com18 Jan 2021

'The cast and crew of Tandav unconditionally apologise if it has unintentionally hurt anybody's sentiments.'

Remember Gracy Singh?

Remember Gracy Singh?

Rediff.com28 Aug 2018

The lady from Lagaan and Munnabhai MBBS is back -- in a different avatar.

The E-Comm Debate In India

The E-Comm Debate In India

Rediff.com19 Oct 2021

Ajit Balakrishnan offers a thinking man's guide to the state of ecom in a nation of shopkeepers.

Olympics Are Past Their Peak

Olympics Are Past Their Peak

Rediff.com10 Aug 2021

Perhaps it says something more deep and profound about the time we live in and how it has shaped us, observes Aakar Patel.

How Floyd Cardoz redefined Indian cuisine

How Floyd Cardoz redefined Indian cuisine

Rediff.com24 Apr 2020

A month ago, on March 25, Floyd Cardoz, chef extraordinaire, passed into the ages, a victim of coronavirus. Ranjita Ganesan remembers the culinary genius.

Match of the year: Saina ties the knot with Kashyap

Match of the year: Saina ties the knot with Kashyap

Rediff.com14 Dec 2018

India's badminton ace Saina Nehwal tied the knot with fellow badminton player and long time partner Parupalli Kashyap in Hyderabad on Friday.

TCS expands operations in Texas, hires over 200 people

TCS expands operations in Texas, hires over 200 people

Rediff.com10 Dec 2020

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) on Thursday said it plans to invest more than $100 million in Austin and hire 1,000 new employees across Texas. TCS has expanded its business operations in Austin, Texas with the construction of a new facility, doubling its presence to more than 400 professionals in the city and adding to its over 5,500 employees across the state, TCS said in a statement. The new facility will officially open in late December 2020 and have space for 367 employees, it added.

Looking at Bollywood's religious side

Looking at Bollywood's religious side

Rediff.com19 Nov 2019

Whether to seek blessings for an upcoming release or personal happiness, often one catches glimpses of celebrity trips to places of worship in different parts of the country.

Assam's cultural diversity, India's oneness at Khelo opening

Assam's cultural diversity, India's oneness at Khelo opening

Rediff.com10 Jan 2020

Union Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju and Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal launched the third edition of the Khelo India Youth Games in a glittering opening show, which showcased the state's cultural diversity and the country's oneness, on Friday.

Sonu Sood enacting a political script: Sena

Sonu Sood enacting a political script: Sena

Rediff.com7 Jun 2020

In his weekly column 'Rokhthok' in Sena mouthpiece Saamana, Raut questionned the sudden rise of 'Mahatma' Sood on the social scene of Maharashtra during the lockdown. Raut also referred to a 'sting operation' against Sood ahead of the 2019 general elections, saying he had agreed to promote the BJP-led government at various platforms through his official social media accounts.

Chhalaang review

Chhalaang review

Rediff.com13 Nov 2020

Hands down, the star of the show is Rajkummar Rao, observes Sukanya Verma.

Empty spaces amid coronavirus

Empty spaces amid coronavirus

Rediff.com13 Mar 2020

Cinemas, stadiums, town squares and other public gathering places are devoid of people as the coronavirus spreads to at least 118 countries around the world. As of Thursday, the Johns Hopkins University tracker says 1,26,258 people have contracted the disease and 4,638 have died across the globe. The vast majority of the victims have been in China but the country said on Thursday that it had only 15 new cases. The outbreak also claimed its most high-profile victim so far when Hollywood star Tom Hanks announced he and his wife, Rita Wilson, had tested positive. The couple, who are in Australia where Hanks is making a film about Elvis, said they had felt "a bit tired, like we had colds" before being "found to be positive" Take a look.