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Why Dilip Kumar Never Sang In Mughal-e-Azam

Why Dilip Kumar Never Sang In Mughal-e-Azam

Rediff.com13 May 2025

'K Asifsaab was very definite that 'woh Hindustan ka honewala Badshah hai -- woh gana nahin gayega.'

Are We Making A Chinese Mistake Again?

Are We Making A Chinese Mistake Again?

Rediff.com6 Sep 2025

'Xi is an individual led by a harder calculus and would scoff at melting over gestures.' 'That we did not know this was our failure,' asserts Aakar Patel.

'Guru Dutt Taught Us How To Make Films'

'Guru Dutt Taught Us How To Make Films'

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

'Guru Dutt taught me that pitying oneself can be beautiful, and that heartbreak is cinematic.'

Kerala madrasa teacher gets 187-year jail in sexual abuse case

Kerala madrasa teacher gets 187-year jail in sexual abuse case

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

The court took into account that the accused had previously been involved in another case under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, advocate Jose said.

How Mohammed Rafi regained his confidence

How Mohammed Rafi regained his confidence

Rediff.com24 Dec 2017

The incomparable Mohammed Rafi would have turned 93 today, December 24. Raju Bharatan salutes the legend.

Remembering Mohammed Rafi

Remembering Mohammed Rafi

Rediff.com2 Aug 2010

Lauch of Mohammed Rafi Academy on his 30th death anniversary.

When Lata and Rafi had a fight

When Lata and Rafi had a fight

Rediff.com29 Sep 2020

'Finally it was S D Burman who brought us together.'

Did You Know Mukesh Sang These Songs?

Did You Know Mukesh Sang These Songs?

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

Because of Mukesh's much-hailed association with Raj Kapoor, it is often overlooked that the singer has also scored hits with almost all major heroes. On Mukesh's 102nd birth anniversary on July 22, Dinesh Raheja recalls some of his classic songs.

'R D Burman And Sholay Still Rule Our Hearts'

'R D Burman And Sholay Still Rule Our Hearts'

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

'Panchamda created an exclusive theme music for Gabbar Singh, which is used throughout the film every time the dacoit makes an appearance, and in both concept and sound, is so eerie and evil.'

'Melody Is Making A Comeback'

'Melody Is Making A Comeback'

Rediff.com20 Aug 2025

'Some time back, music was just noise.' 'Producers wrongly think item songs sell better.' 'Audiences are intelligent, they accept whatever you give, but that doesn't mean you can fool them.'

When Rafi sang for Hanuman, Manna for Ravan...

When Rafi sang for Hanuman, Manna for Ravan...

Rediff.com6 May 2021

'Rafi was singing for Hanuman and I was singing for Ravan.' 'C Ramachandra corrected Rafisaab and he became red in the face.' 'I asked Anna (Ramachandra), "How could you do this?"' 'He replied, "How could I not do this? My song was being spoilt".'

Why Lataji Didn't Sing With Rafi, SD...

Why Lataji Didn't Sing With Rafi, SD...

Rediff.com28 Sep 2022

Long before she won royalty rights for playback singers, there was an undisclosed incident in Lataji's life where she not only put a male colleague in place, but also refused to sing with him thereafter.

ISL: Hyderabad FC end losing streak

ISL: Hyderabad FC end losing streak

Rediff.com23 Jan 2025

Hyderabad FC secured their first victory in nine Indian Super League matches with a thrilling 3-2 comeback win over Jamshedpur FC.

Amitabh Bachchan releases Mohammad Rafi's biography

Amitabh Bachchan releases Mohammad Rafi's biography

Rediff.com26 Nov 2012

Rafi's daughter-in-law Yasmin has showcased his life in words, in her book titled Mohammad Rafi, My Abba- A Memoir, which was launched on November 25.

Rafi, the unforgettable

Rafi, the unforgettable

Rediff.com30 Jul 2004

Special: Excerpts from Mohammed Rafi's life

Special: Excerpts from Mohammed Rafi's life

Rediff.com24 Dec 2012

On his birth anniversary on December 24, we present excerpts from the book written by his daughter-in-law Yasmin K Rafi called Mohammed Rafi My Abba A Memoir.

'I Had To Fight Nasir Saab For...'

'I Had To Fight Nasir Saab For...'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2025

'He had wanted to present me in the likes of the heroines of the 60s whose churidar-kurta look with winged eyeliner and bouffant had captivated fashionistas at the time.'

Rafisaab's 5 MOST ROMANTIC SONGS

Rafisaab's 5 MOST ROMANTIC SONGS

Rediff.com13 Feb 2021

Subhash K Jha lists the inimitable Mohammad Rafi's five most enduring romantic songs.

The Songs To Last A Lifetime

The Songs To Last A Lifetime

Rediff.com13 Dec 2024

A great admirer of Raj Kapoor's film songs, senior journalist Rajdeep Sardesai says his all-time Raj Kapoor favourite song is the magical duet Pyar Hua Iqrar Hua.

Rafi's Jo Unki Tamanna, unplugged

Rafi's Jo Unki Tamanna, unplugged

Rediff.com24 Jul 2009

Reader Arshad sings Jo Unki Tamanna as a tribute to Mohammad Rafi.

Rafi's Baharon Phool Barsao, unplugged

Rafi's Baharon Phool Barsao, unplugged

Rediff.com22 Jul 2009

Reader Prakash sings Baharon Phool Barsao as a tribute to Mohd Rafi.

Rafi's Yaad Na Jaaye, unplugged

Rafi's Yaad Na Jaaye, unplugged

Rediff.com29 Jul 2009

Reader Ramesh Kumar sings Yaad Naa Jaaye as a tribute to Mohammad Rafi.

4 kids among 13 killed in Pak shelling, 57 injured

4 kids among 13 killed in Pak shelling, 57 injured

Rediff.com8 May 2025

The worst-hit in the Pakistani shelling was Poonch district which accounted for all the civilian deaths, the officials said, adding 28 persons were also injured and the condition of some of them was stated to be critical.

Remembering Rafi: 'There Cannot Be Another'

Remembering Rafi: 'There Cannot Be Another'

Rediff.com24 Dec 2012

Mohammed Rafi's His youngest son Shahid Rafi remembers his father.

Lataji's 5 Favourite Duets With Rafisaab

Lataji's 5 Favourite Duets With Rafisaab

Rediff.com25 Dec 2021

'Rafi Saab was such a skilled singer he could create any mood through his voice.'

Bollywood Comes Alive On Mumbai's Streets

Bollywood Comes Alive On Mumbai's Streets

Rediff.com11 Mar 2025

Bollywood is such an integral part of Mumbai that it spills out in the city's busy streets!

15 Immortal Manoj Kumar Songs

15 Immortal Manoj Kumar Songs

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

Manoj Kumar's musical imprints are as deep as his cinematic ones.

PIX: Shah Rukh inaugurates Mohammed Rafi Chowk

PIX: Shah Rukh inaugurates Mohammed Rafi Chowk

Rediff.com27 Oct 2016

Pictures from the event.

Rafi's Mera Mehaboob Aaya Hai, unplugged

Rafi's Mera Mehaboob Aaya Hai, unplugged

Rediff.com21 Jul 2009

Reader Rajiv Venugopal sings Mera Mehaboob as a tribute to Mohd. Rafi

Rafi's Toote Hue Kwaabon Ne, unplugged

Rafi's Toote Hue Kwaabon Ne, unplugged

Rediff.com30 Jul 2009

Reader Malkit Vilkhoo sings Toote Hue Kwaabon Ne as a tribute to Mohammad Rafi.

Rafi's Main Kahin Kavi Na, unplugged

Rafi's Main Kahin Kavi Na, unplugged

Rediff.com23 Jul 2009

Reader Arshad sings his favourite Rafi number.

Over 70,000 security personnel guard Delhi on Republic Day

Over 70,000 security personnel guard Delhi on Republic Day

Rediff.com26 Jan 2025

The national capital is on high alert for Republic Day, with over 70 companies of paramilitary forces and more than 70,000 police personnel deployed across the city. A six-layered security protocol involving 15,000 security personnel has been deployed in New Delhi district alone. Security measures include over 2,500 CCTV cameras with facial recognition, anti-drone systems, and snipers on rooftops. Traffic restrictions have been imposed in central Delhi, with no traffic movement allowed on Kartavya Path from Vijay Chowk to India Gate from 6 pm on Saturday. Flying of sub-conventional aerial platforms is prohibited over Delhi until February 1.

Odisha FC rally to beat Hyderabad FC 3-1

Odisha FC rally to beat Hyderabad FC 3-1

Rediff.com14 Feb 2025

Hugo Boumous' brilliance inspired Odisha FC to sustain top-6 hopes with a 3-1 comeback win against Hyderabad FC in their Indian Super League match here on Friday.

Remembering Rafi: 'There Cannot Be Another'

Remembering Rafi: 'There Cannot Be Another'

Rediff.com24 Dec 2014

Rafisaab's memory is as alive as ever in his devoted fans' minds.

Listen to the best of Mohammad Rafi

Listen to the best of Mohammad Rafi

Rediff.com31 Jul 2009

Sonu Niigaam pays tribute to the legend by belting out some of Rafi's hits.

Did Mohammad Rafi get his due?

Did Mohammad Rafi get his due?

Rediff.com21 Aug 2006

The Mystery Of Woh Kaun Thi

The Mystery Of Woh Kaun Thi

Rediff.com5 Apr 2025

Dinesh Raheja looks back at Manoj Kumar's brilliant 1964 thriller Woh Kaun Thi, and explains just what made it an audio-visual treat.

How Manoj Kumar Became Mr Bharat

How Manoj Kumar Became Mr Bharat

Rediff.com5 Apr 2025

Shaheed was Manoj Kumar's first patriotic success. This small-budget black-and-white film had enormous impact, besides laying the foundation for Manoj's famous flag-waving Mr Bharat image that was strengthened by a string of subsequent films like Upkar, Purab Aur Paschim and Kranti.

Two rare songs of Mohd Rafi released

Two rare songs of Mohd Rafi released

Rediff.com30 Jul 2010

Two unheard and unreleased songs sung by Mohammad Rafi and composed by Madan Mohan have been released to mark the death anniversaries of the legendary musical duo who collaborated on some of the greatest hits in Bollywood.

28 get life term for murdering youth during Kasganj communal clashes

28 get life term for murdering youth during Kasganj communal clashes

Rediff.com4 Jan 2025

A special NIA court in Lucknow has sentenced 28 people to life imprisonment for the 2018 killing of a 22-year-old youth in clashes during a 'Tiranga rally' on Republic Day in Kasganj district of Uttar Pradesh. The case drew significant attention as the killing of Chandan Gupta sparked widespread riots in Kasganj for three days. The prosecution demanded the severest punishment while the defence counsel pleaded for leniency. The court awarded life sentences and imposed a fine of Rs 80,000 on each of the convicts. Gupta's family expressed satisfaction at the verdict but vowed to continue its fight for harsher penalties for the main accused and those acquitted.