'Back then, Shah Rukh Khan had no style, but he understood his strengths.' 'He knew he was appreciated for his energy and that boosted his confidence.' Rediff celebrates Shah Rukh Khan's 60th birthday on November 2 with a special series that introduces us to the man behind the superstar.
'Today, Shah Rukh is sitting so high up that it will have to be something really spectacular for him to jump up and say, "Hey, yes, let's make this film!".'
This time, it's a case of pyaar vs parivaar where Ajay's character tries to win over his girlfriend's parents, played by R Madhavan and Gautami Kapoor.
'His belief that he is touched by the Almighty reflects in his performances.'
From stunning ad shoots to off-duty events, the 32 year old has been giving us plenty of style inspiration.
'First, develop the ability to sell -- to persuade, negotiate and close. Second, understand the financial mechanics that determine where value pools and how profits are captured,' says Shaadi.com founder Anupam Mittal.
Kantara Chapter 1 is scheduled for a worldwide release on October 2, in Kannada, Hindi, Telugu, Malayalam, Tamil, Bengali and English.
'Shah Rukh is such a generous person, such a giver, that I can only wish for life to give him all the love and happiness he deserves.'
'I was a nobody when I came here, and now I've become something.'
Asrani may have never been a marquee name up in sparkling lights or on outsized posters but the sheer proficiency with which he realised his characters has unleashed gales of laughter over five decades and made a significant contribution to several landmark films. Dinesh Raheja salutes the iconic actor.
We dug out these pictures of Vietnamese actor Kha Ngan that reveal her love for swimming, fitness, and fashion.
Brooks was previously married to advertising executive Billy Haire before splitting up in May 2025 after a 6-year alliance. Since then, she has dated Gleb Savchenko, her Dance With The Stars co-star between 2024 and 2025.
'I'm so grateful Kathal is getting the recognition it deserves.'
'During the 5-day visit, Amir Khan Muttaqi would have, conceivably, bumped into our powerful security agencies one way or another and some interaction would have ensued, which, in turn, can lead to future dealings.' 'Indeed, this will be the one crucial template of the Indo-Afghan relationship that Pakistan will be monitoring closely,' points Ambassador M K Bhadrakumar.
The growing list of Bollywood's new-gen actors gets fresh faces in Vyom and Saachi Bindra, who will make their big screen debut in the musical romance, Mannu Kya Karegga.
Dinesh Raheja charts the highs and lows of Hrishikesh Mukherjee's creative association with five megastars -- Amitabh Bachchan, Rajesh Khanna, Raj Kapoor, Dilip Kumar and Dharmendra.
The Supreme Court has scheduled a hearing for November 12 to address the statutory age of consent for adolescents, emphasizing the need for a continuous and comprehensive examination of the issue. The Centre defends the current age of consent, while an amicus curiae suggests lowering it.
With her radiant charm and killer winged eyeliner, Eisha Singh owns every frame she's in.
In the slot of rural poor, there are those who struggle to pull themselves out of crumbling hovels, and there are the Jamtara-like bunch who turn to crime. Neeraj Ghaywan's Homebound is about the former, whose quest for respect and dignity is thwarted because they are underprivileged, notes Deepa Gahlot.
The comedy is unfunny, the emotional bits are dubious and the music forgettable in Heer Express, observes Deepa Gahlot.
Not just hard core action, War 2 has some groovy romance between Hrithik Roshan and Kiara Advani too, and the world got a glance at that in the film's newly-released song, Aavan Jaavan.
Yash Raj Films' War 2, starring Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR, and Kiara Advani, promises an action-packed cinematic experience.
The festival's People's Choice Award, voted by the audience, is a strong indication of films that can eventually be nominated and even win Oscars. Twelve of the last 15 People's Choice winners have received Best Picture Oscar nominations.
When it comes to style, jhumkas and saris are her ultimate dream team.
Red Square and VDNKh easily rank among the most striking places I've visited -- both for their historical significance and architectural splendour.
My admiration for Russian culture, vision and ambition grew with every step as I clocked the miles, Nitin Sathe tells us after a visit to Moscow and St Petersburg.
Do You Wanna Partner is frothy and funny without being loud or crude, which is something so many Indian comedies cannot manage, observes Deepa Gahlot.
February is the month of Valentine's Day and expectedly, there are quite a few romantic films coming up.
'I love the institution of marriage. I love the idea of creating a family life, a unit that is yours, of having someone who's on your team, of being devoted to them.'
Kartik Aaryan is reportedly doing his most intense role so far.
'The way the anticipation is built up for Gabbar Singh's introduction scene with sound, image and details of his personality, like the combat boots he wears.' 'The camera comes so close -- not a tele lens shot, but a wide-angle close-up -- that you can almost smell Gabbar's breath.'
Season 3's eighth episode titled Last Kiss ended with the cliffhanger that is guaranteed to make you yearn for what might come next, anticipates Divya Nair.
Filmi divas are exploring their traditional side and social media absolutely loves it!
'The way Helen ma'am grooves, she's so seductive.'
When not harnessing Hrithik Roshan's dripping handsomeness for lady-killer purposes, Bollywood has found him quite a fit for on screen bromances as well.
'Your marriage now requires a complete RESET. So, push that button and go back to where it all began with no baggage, no expectations, no complaining,' advises rediffGURU Anu Krishna.
Arjun Menon celebrates his 70th birthday on August 22 by looking at his most memorable films.
The cast of Anurag Basu's Metro... In Dino arrived for the screening in Mumbai.
When indulging in an office romance, boundaries are a must. You might be flying high on the bliss of a new relationship, but your colleagues are not obliged to enjoy the PDA, says rediffGURU Ravi Mittal.
Last week, Venus and her inner circle set sail on a luxurious bachelorette getaway in the Adriatic Sea. Hosted on a private yacht near Italy, the pre-wedding bash was classy, elegant, and full of joy.
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