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26/11: 'Kuber' boat owner serves notice on Ram Gopal Verma

26/11: 'Kuber' boat owner serves notice on Ram Gopal Verma

Rediff.com28 Feb 2013

Owner of the boat 'Kuber', that was used in the 26/11 terror attack, has served a legal notice on film director Ram Gopal Verma who has used the boat's name and even its registration number in his film 'Attack of 26/11', which will release on Friday.

Why Karan Johar asked Ram Gopal Verma for Bhoot

Why Karan Johar asked Ram Gopal Verma for Bhoot

Rediff.com17 Jun 2019

The Bhoot series of movies is expected to help Dharma recover after the Kalank debacle.

BJP announces 8 names for RS election, drops Hardeep Puri

BJP announces 8 names for RS election, drops Hardeep Puri

Rediff.com5 Oct 2026

The BJP has announced eight candidates, including minister Dharam Pal Singh, for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections in Uttar Pradesh. These elections, scheduled for October 16, will fill 10 seats from Uttar Pradesh, one from Uttarakhand, and a bypoll in West Bengal, with several prominent members retiring.

UP Rajya Sabha polls: 8 BJP, two SP candidates set for unopposed win

UP Rajya Sabha polls: 8 BJP, two SP candidates set for unopposed win

Rediff.com8 Oct 2026

Eight BJP and two Samajwadi Party candidates are set to be elected unopposed to the Rajya Sabha from Uttar Pradesh after the nomination papers of two independent candidates were rejected. This ensures all 10 available seats will be filled without a contest, with the BJP fielding new faces ahead of the 2027 assembly polls.

EC announces schedule for polls to 12 RS seats in UP, Uttarakhand, Bengal

EC announces schedule for polls to 12 RS seats in UP, Uttarakhand, Bengal

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

The Election Commission has announced that elections for 12 Rajya Sabha seats across Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and West Bengal will take place on October 16. This includes 10 seats from Uttar Pradesh, one from Uttarakhand, and a bypoll in West Bengal, with significant implications for party representation, particularly for the BJP and BSP.

Rajya Sabha polls announced in 3 states, all eyes on UP's 10th seat

Rajya Sabha polls announced in 3 states, all eyes on UP's 10th seat

Rediff.com22 Sep 2026

The Election Commission has announced elections for 12 Rajya Sabha seats across Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and West Bengal on October 16. The BJP is expected to retain eight seats in UP and gain one in West Bengal, increasing its overall strength. The Samajwadi Party is also likely to gain one seat in UP, while Mayawati's BSP faces the prospect of losing its representation in Parliament.

Bollywood's Fascination With The Jungle!

Bollywood's Fascination With The Jungle!

Rediff.com29 Jun 2026

Explore Bollywood's fascination with wild, untamed settings, from the comedic antics of Welcome To The Jungle to the intense dramas and romances set amidst lush forests, showcasing how these natural backdrops shape diverse cinematic narratives.

'Those Who Were Meant To Protect Ram Mandir Funds Looted It'

'Those Who Were Meant To Protect Ram Mandir Funds Looted It'

Rediff.com24 Jun 2026

'SIT means nothing because the BJP government of Uttar Pradesh and Ram Janmabhoomi Trust are the same people.'

When Bhagat Singh Wrote About Love

When Bhagat Singh Wrote About Love

Rediff.com28 Sep 2026

Did love make Bhagat Singh a weaker revolutionary? In a heated argument once, Sukhdev accused him of allowing his fascination with a woman to come in the way of revolutionary duty. Bhagat Singh's answer, in a letter days later, was a defence of love as a revolutionary's strength, not a weakness. On Bhagat Singh's 119th birth anniversary, Utkarsh Mishra looks at the friendship, arguments and ideas that bound him and Sukhdev together.

'You Taught Cinema Should Never Apologise...'

'You Taught Cinema Should Never Apologise...'

Rediff.com19 Dec 2025

'You were one of my favourite directors who made Indian cinema feel fearless, impolite, and alive. If Dhurandhar has even a fraction of that DNA, it's because your films whispered (sometimes screamed) in my head while I was writing and directing it.'

10 Horror Movies On OTT: Friday The 13th Special!

10 Horror Movies On OTT: Friday The 13th Special!

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Deepa Gahlot picks 10 Bollywood horror flicks to mark Friday the 13th.

BJP, Opposition Trade Barbs Over Women's Quota Bill

BJP, Opposition Trade Barbs Over Women's Quota Bill

Rediff.com18 Apr 2026

The BJP and the Opposition have engaged in a war of words over the implementation of the women's reservation bill, which aims to reserve seats for women in legislatures. The bill was defeated in the Lower House, leading to accusations and counter-accusations between the parties.

'Jiah Khan was out of work and depressed'

'Jiah Khan was out of work and depressed'

Rediff.com4 Jun 2013

Bollywood shocked by Jiah Khan's death.

What do you think of the new Rangeela song?

What do you think of the new Rangeela song?

Rediff.com21 Jul 2011

The new version of the hit Rangeela song features in Not A Love Story.

Box Office: Satya 2 is a disaster

Box Office: Satya 2 is a disaster

Rediff.com11 Nov 2013

Trade analyst Vinod Mirani gives the box office verdict for the week.

Video: RGV's new film, SRK's Don 2

Video: RGV's new film, SRK's Don 2

Rediff.com2 Jul 2011

First Look: Ram Gopal Verma's Not A Love Story

Review: Andaz Apna Apna Remains A Timeless Comedy

Review: Andaz Apna Apna Remains A Timeless Comedy

Rediff.com25 Apr 2025

Despite the evolution of cinema toward more refined expressions and aesthetics today, the exaggerated comedic style of Andaz Apna Apna remains endearing and entertaining, reminding us that sometimes, we just need a dose of mindless comedy to unwind, feels Shristi Sahoo.

Meet John Abraham's hot new costar

Meet John Abraham's hot new costar

Rediff.com17 Jun 2014

Here's what your favourite Bollywood celebrities are tweeting.

Shanvi: RGV told me not to smile in Rowdy

Shanvi: RGV told me not to smile in Rowdy

Rediff.com10 Mar 2014

The actress discusses her first Kannada film.

Review: Kamaal Dhamaal Malamaal is a boring mess

Review: Kamaal Dhamaal Malamaal is a boring mess

Rediff.com28 Sep 2012

Ankur Pathak feels Kamaal Dhamaal Malamaal is a boring film!

Review: Bhoot Returns isn't as good as Bhoot

Review: Bhoot Returns isn't as good as Bhoot

Rediff.com12 Oct 2012

Rohit Khilnani says Bhoot Returns has quite a few nail-biting moments but ends abruptly.

Ninagaagi Kaadiruve is an amateurish attempt

Ninagaagi Kaadiruve is an amateurish attempt

Rediff.com16 Oct 2009

Watch this Kannada film only if you do not have any other alternative.

Amitabh: Will work with Rekha if a great story comes along

Amitabh: Will work with Rekha if a great story comes along

Rediff.com30 Apr 2012

The actor was at a Department press conference along with director Ram Gopal Varma.

The Most Controversial Movies Ever

The Most Controversial Movies Ever

Rediff.com14 May 2009

Here's a look at the most traumatically controversial movies of all time.

Will Thamma Get A Sequel? We Tell You

Will Thamma Get A Sequel? We Tell You

Rediff.com4 Nov 2025

'I would rather make movies in this universe and build up a loyal fan base over a period.'

PIX: Surveen Chawla mingles with Sunny Leone

PIX: Surveen Chawla mingles with Sunny Leone

Rediff.com6 Nov 2016

A look at the pictures.

Bahraich on the boil after youth killed during Durga idol immersion

Bahraich on the boil after youth killed during Durga idol immersion

Rediff.com15 Oct 2024

Scores of people, some armed with sticks, walked in the funeral cortege of a youth killed during a Durga idol immersion procession in Bahraich amid cries for justice from the family and others on Monday, as tension escalated with shops being burnt down and angry crowds out in the streets.

Shivpal, Maurya among 14 general secys in SP's new national executive

Shivpal, Maurya among 14 general secys in SP's new national executive

Rediff.com29 Jan 2023

Swami Prasad Maurya, who recently stirred controversy over his remarks on Ramcharitmanas, and veteran leader Azam Khan are also among the 14 national general secretaries.

Polls to 11 RS seats in UP, Uttarakhand on Nov 9

Polls to 11 RS seats in UP, Uttarakhand on Nov 9

Rediff.com13 Oct 2020

As per practice, counting of votes will take place on November 9 evening after polling concludes.

5 lakh visit Ram temple on Day 1 as cops struggle to control crowd

5 lakh visit Ram temple on Day 1 as cops struggle to control crowd

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

Around five lakh devotees visited the Ram temple complex on day one as it opened its doors to the public on Tuesday, a day after the consecration ceremony, according to officials.

Putting Telangana row behind, TDP joins hands with BJP

Putting Telangana row behind, TDP joins hands with BJP

Rediff.com28 Mar 2014

The Bharatiya Janata Party and the Telugu Desam Party have finally reached an electoral alliance in Andhra Pradesh.

Parrikar, 9 others elected unopposed to RS

Parrikar, 9 others elected unopposed to RS

Rediff.com13 Nov 2014

Defence Minister Manohar Parrikar and Samajwadi Party leader Ram Gopal Yadav are and 10 political leaders who were on Thursday elected unopposed to Rajya Sabha from Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand.

Bollywood's FIRE POWER

Bollywood's FIRE POWER

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

Bollywood doesn't need fire-breathing dragons when it has Bhai.

Quiz of the day: Which politician was Aandhi based on?

Quiz of the day: Which politician was Aandhi based on?

Rediff.com15 Oct 2014

In a special series, we will put YOU to the test everyday!

SP plays safe with Mulayam, names him from Mainpuri

SP plays safe with Mulayam, names him from Mainpuri

Rediff.com8 Mar 2019

The party has left Mainpuri, described as its "safest" seat, for Mulayam Yadav, who is the MP from Azamgarh right now.

' I have different styles in me'

' I have different styles in me'

Rediff.com1 Mar 2004

Amitabh celebrates B&B, AAA

Amitabh celebrates B&B, AAA

Rediff.com27 May 2020

Bunty Aur Babli turns 15 while Amar Akbar Anthony turns 43.

What Makes Andaz Apna Apna Such Fun Even Today

What Makes Andaz Apna Apna Such Fun Even Today

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

Andaz Apna Apna is practically the most quoted film since Sholay, observes Sukanya Verma, as she celebrates 30 years of this cult classic movie.

Top 10 Suspense Films

Top 10 Suspense Films

Rediff.com19 Jun 2019

Bollywood has given us quite a few suspense tales before, and many of them have done well at the box office.

Review: Satya 2 Is As Bad As Satya Was Good

Review: Satya 2 Is As Bad As Satya Was Good

Rediff.com8 Nov 2013

It is hard to believe that RGV chose to make a sequel to his most iconic creation as both the films, Satya and Satya 2 have nothing in common.