News for 'Performing Arts'

Photos: This 90 pc tattooed hunk could be Czech's new prez

Photos: This 90 pc tattooed hunk could be Czech's new prez

Rediff.com11 Jan 2013

Vladimir Franz nicknamed 'Avatar', whose 90 per cent of the body is covered in tattoo, is running at a surprising third place in polls ahead of this week's Czech Republic a presidential election.

Modi-Shah and the art of headline management

Modi-Shah and the art of headline management

Rediff.com23 Mar 2018

'All governments try owning the message, but the Modi-Shah BJP has developed it into a fine art.'

Mission Impossible! Can struggling England stop India?

Mission Impossible! Can struggling England stop India?

Rediff.com28 Oct 2023

India and England have played with contrasting approaches in the World Cup so far, producing contrasting results. That is unlikely to change when the teams meet in Lucknow on Sunday.

Artist Vivan Sundaram, among India's greats, dies at 79

Artist Vivan Sundaram, among India's greats, dies at 79

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

"Vivan Sundaram passed away this morning at 9.20 am. Further details of the cremation as decided will be communicated to you shortly," read a note issued by Safdar Hashmi Memorial Trust (SAHMAT), of which Sundaram was a founding trustee.

Uttarakhand tunnel rescue: The progress so far

Uttarakhand tunnel rescue: The progress so far

Rediff.com19 Nov 2023

It has been a week since 41 labourers got trapped inside an under-construction tunnel at Silkyara in Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi district after parts of the structure collapsed following a landslide last Sunday.

'It's insane the kind of love I got'

'It's insane the kind of love I got'

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

'Any flight I take, the crew write personal notes to me, saying how good I was as Soudamini or Seema or Bulbul.'

Carnatic musicians boycott Madras Academy event over Award to TM Krishna

Carnatic musicians boycott Madras Academy event over Award to TM Krishna

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

Several Carnatic musicans have pulled out of Madras Music Academy's annual December conference to protest the Sangita Kalanidhi award to classical vocalist T M Krishna, who they allege has 'glorified Periyar' and vilified the Carnatic music community.

Prabha Atre: The Hindustani vocalist who followed no tradition

Prabha Atre: The Hindustani vocalist who followed no tradition

Rediff.com13 Jan 2024

Prabha Atre, the woman who could have been lawyer, scientist or doctor but became a globally renowned Hindustani classical vocalist instead, died in her Pune home on Saturday hours before she was to leave for a concert in Mumbai. She was 92.

Weekend cinema workshops for film lovers

Weekend cinema workshops for film lovers

Rediff.com6 Aug 2010

NCPA and Whistling Woods International present workshops that will lay a foundation in essential cinema studies.

'People Call Me Dabang'

'People Call Me Dabang'

Rediff.com11 Jun 2024

'This is the victory of the people of Gujarat who want real development, not the hype of development.'

Dhanush to perform in London

Dhanush to perform in London

Rediff.com2 Apr 2015

A look at the top tweets from your Bollywood celebrities.

The Star Gazer Stars At TIME Gala

The Star Gazer Stars At TIME Gala

Rediff.com26 Apr 2024

At this year's TIME ball in New York City on Thursday, April 25, you would have run into a Coimbatore-born American scientist, looking lovely in Sabyasachi Mukherjee designer finery, who would most likely have been hanging out with Dua Lipa.

HAL: Non performance, nil accountability

HAL: Non performance, nil accountability

Rediff.com4 Feb 2019

facilities at Bangalore one understands the financial year end frenzy at these establishments and the slipshod slippages in timeframes, quality of overhaul, servicing and quality control across the board, for aircraft and equipment alike,' says Group Captain Murli Menon (retd).

Katrina, Jacqueline to perform at IPL 9 opening ceremony

Katrina, Jacqueline to perform at IPL 9 opening ceremony

Rediff.com1 Apr 2016

Bollywood personalities and all-girl English pop band TBC, is in the offing for IPL season 9.

I'm the luckiest person, says Ram Lalla idol sculptor

I'm the luckiest person, says Ram Lalla idol sculptor

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

"I have always felt that Lord Ram has been shielding me and my family from all the bad times and I strongly believe that it is him, who chose me for the auspicious task," Yogiraj, who has received effusive praise for his work, told PTI.

Post Class XII: BBA, BMM, or BCA?

Post Class XII: BBA, BMM, or BCA?

Rediff.com31 Mar 2011

Don't despair if you don't get admission into a professional programme. Here's a guide to choose a graduate programme that will help your career.

'I got typecast as a serious actor too damn early'

'I got typecast as a serious actor too damn early'

Rediff.com4 Jan 2022

'Comedy is way more difficult than the serious stuff.'

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.

What's That Light and Sound On Dal Lake?

What's That Light and Sound On Dal Lake?

Rediff.com8 Dec 2022

Enchanting glimpses from the Shikara Festival on Dal Lake in Srinagar.

PIX: Salman, Juhi attend Vilasrao Deshmukh's prayer meet

PIX: Salman, Juhi attend Vilasrao Deshmukh's prayer meet

Rediff.com3 Sep 2012

The former Maharashtra chief minister passed away on August 14 due to liver and kidney complications.

Salaame 2006: KCCMS's cultural fest

Salaame 2006: KCCMS's cultural fest

Rediff.com16 Oct 2006

KC College of Management Studies, Mumbai, is organising a cultural event, SalaameÂ…thought awakens.

Homi Bhabha's iconic bungalow sold for Rs 372 crore

Homi Bhabha's iconic bungalow sold for Rs 372 crore

Rediff.com18 Jun 2014

'Mehrangir', the iconic bungalow of Homi J Bhabha, father of India's atomic energy programme, was on Wednesday sold at an auction for Rs 372 crore (Rs 3.72 billion), despite demands to turn it into a museum.

Pioneer of Indian circus Gemini Sankaran dies at 99 in Kerala

Pioneer of Indian circus Gemini Sankaran dies at 99 in Kerala

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

Sankaran had been admitted to a private hospital near Kannur in Kerala for the past few days due to age-related ailments and died on Sunday night, they said.

IIAS offers fellowships in many fields

IIAS offers fellowships in many fields

Rediff.com23 Jan 2008

IIAS offers fellowships in numerous fields.

PIX: Athletes who went to the Vanity Fair Oscar party

PIX: Athletes who went to the Vanity Fair Oscar party

Rediff.com25 Feb 2019

Tennis sensation Maria Sharapova ensured all eyes would be on her as she attended the Vanity Fair Oscar Party on Sunday night in a glamorous silver gown.

TiE honours 3 entrepreneurial legends

TiE honours 3 entrepreneurial legends

Rediff.com4 Apr 2014

The Washington, DC Chapter of The Indus Entrepreneurs recently honoured three pioneers in information technology, the restaurant business and mobile technology.

F1 Bombshell: Hamilton to race for Ferrari from 2025

F1 Bombshell: Hamilton to race for Ferrari from 2025

Rediff.com2 Feb 2024

Seven-times World champion Lewis Hamilton, Formula One's most successful driver of all time, will race for Ferrari from 2025.

Meeting with Dalai Lama violates Washington's commitment, China tells US

Meeting with Dalai Lama violates Washington's commitment, China tells US

Rediff.com19 May 2022

China on Thursday sharply criticised US special coordinator for Tibetan issues Uzra Zeya's meeting with the Dalai Lama and her visit to Dharamshala, saying it violated Washington's commitment that Tibet is part of China and it does not support Tibetan separatists.

A Kiss In Kashmir

A Kiss In Kashmir

Rediff.com23 Feb 2024

Everything about Sharmila was a gift from the Divine: The graceful way she twirled her paintbrush, the naughtiness with which she teased his desperate attempts at cooking her favorite dishes, the gentleness when her lips touched his, the softness of her hair as it fell on his face, the flowery smell of her perfume when he nuzzled her neck, the mole near her quivering lips that he kissed every opportunity he got.

'I Wanted To Beat People Up...'

'I Wanted To Beat People Up...'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2024

'Suddenly the audience pool feels bigger, like everyone is watching everything now.' 'It's no longer limited in terms of boundaries, like a state or a language.' 'Whether it's a series, a movie or even a Korean film, the audience has access to all of it.' 'Slowly, the boundaries are blurring, so that's great for actors.'

Ustad Rashid Khan's musical legacy goes back to Tansen

Ustad Rashid Khan's musical legacy goes back to Tansen

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

Ustad Rashid Khan has left an enduring legacy with his soul-stirring notes, his melodious voice echoing through time and leaving an indelible imprint on the rich heritage of Hindustani music.

PIX: Cristiano Ronaldo gets rousing welcome in Iran

PIX: Cristiano Ronaldo gets rousing welcome in Iran

Rediff.com18 Sep 2023

Al-Nassr captain Cristiano Ronaldo received a warm reception in Iran on Monday, in the first visit of a Saudi team to Iran since 2016.

Ashwin's secret to success? Obsession with getting better

Ashwin's secret to success? Obsession with getting better

Rediff.com17 Mar 2024

Ashwin is the second highest wicket-taker in Tests for India behind Kumble (619), and the former India leg-spinner wasn't one bit surprised.

'How can any human being be alive and not be an activist?'

'How can any human being be alive and not be an activist?'

Rediff.com22 Nov 2018

To be alive is to be an artist, legendary Carnatic singer T M Krishna tells the Tata LitFest in Mumbai.

Board exams twice a year; Class 11, 12 students to study 2 languages

Board exams twice a year; Class 11, 12 students to study 2 languages

Rediff.com23 Aug 2023

Students can then appear for a board exam in subjects they have completed and feel ready for.

What Bollywood was up to last weekend

What Bollywood was up to last weekend

Rediff.com11 Jul 2011

Here's what your favourite celebrities have been up to.

I have a role batting at No 5 that I have to fulfil: Tilak

I have a role batting at No 5 that I have to fulfil: Tilak

Rediff.com25 Nov 2023

'I am learning how to finish games from Rinku as he is doing it consistently for India. I also want to do and hopefully in coming matches I will be doing that.'

War Or Not, The Show Must Go On

War Or Not, The Show Must Go On

Rediff.com29 Aug 2022

An underground shelter was turned to a temporary stage for a performance in Mykolaiv, Ukraine.

7 Cliches Of Movie Criticism & Reporting

7 Cliches Of Movie Criticism & Reporting

Rediff.com19 Jan 2024

This isn't a hatchet job, and my excuse for the exercise is my feeling that when you invert some of the clichés mentioned here, you might just arrive at the portals of genuine movie-making energy, says Sreehari Nair.