News for 'Sam Mendes'

Farhan Akhtar In Sam Mendes' Beatles Film, Plays Ravi Shankar

Farhan Akhtar In Sam Mendes' Beatles Film, Plays Ravi Shankar

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

'The closure of Don 3 was the best thing to happen to Farhan. If he was committed to directing Don, he wouldn't have been able to take on Pandit Ravi Shankar's role in The Beatles.'

Ranveer Singh Vs Farhan Akhtar: The Don 3 War

Ranveer Singh Vs Farhan Akhtar: The Don 3 War

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Ranveer Singh opts out of Farhan Akhtar's Don 3. Syed Firdaus Ashraf tries to piece together the puzzle.

Trailer Watch: Is Craig man enough for the great new Bond film?

Trailer Watch: Is Craig man enough for the great new Bond film?

Rediff.com22 Jul 2015

SPECTRE promises to be a twisty tale of reveals and double-crosses, and Sam Mendes is the right filmmaker for the task.

PIX: British Royalty watches Spectre with Daniel Craig

PIX: British Royalty watches Spectre with Daniel Craig

Rediff.com27 Oct 2015

A look at the pictures of the film's world premiere.

'Pant Or Rahul Should Captain India'

'Pant Or Rahul Should Captain India'

Rediff.com8 Jan 2025

'Bumrah is not the right option for captain.' 'All the pressure to deliver is on his shoulders. So taking on the mantle of captain will be added pressure.'

Celebs @ Wimbledon 2009

Celebs @ Wimbledon 2009

Rediff.com2 Jul 2009

A look at the celebrities spotted at the All England Club during Wimbledon 2009.

Freida Pinto to become the next Bond girl

Freida Pinto to become the next Bond girl

Rediff.com22 Mar 2010

The Slumdog Millionaire star will play the suave spy's love interest in the 23rd James Bond movie after being approached by director Sam Mendes.

Kate Winslet split from husband 'out of boredom'

Kate Winslet split from husband 'out of boredom'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2010

The Oscar-winning actress and the director called it quits two years after they teamed up for the film Revolutionary Road, based on a drifting couple.

Review: The Fast And The Furious 6 is a B-grade boom

Review: The Fast And The Furious 6 is a B-grade boom

Rediff.com24 May 2013

The film is achingly stupid and beyond ludicrous.

Foreign films, made in India

Foreign films, made in India

Rediff.com9 May 2011

Looking at upcoming international films that have been/will be shot in India.

007 reasons to be thrilled about Bond 24

007 reasons to be thrilled about Bond 24

Rediff.com5 Dec 2014

Here's why SPECTRE may be SPECTACULAR!

Freida Pinto still the only one in Bond babe race

Freida Pinto still the only one in Bond babe race

Rediff.com19 Mar 2010

Will the Slumdog star be the final choice?

The return of James Bond

The return of James Bond

Rediff.com12 Jan 2011

Get your low down on what's happening in the world of Hollywood, right here!

007: Live another day

007: Live another day

Rediff.com9 Jul 2010

Daniel Craig feels that James Bond film will be made.

Freida: I'm too young to play Bond girl

Freida: I'm too young to play Bond girl

Rediff.com9 Apr 2010

The 25-year-old actress is convinced she would be the wrong choice for a role in the superspy franchise.

And the Best Break-Up Oscar goes to?

And the Best Break-Up Oscar goes to?

Rediff.com18 Mar 2010

Here's a look at a few leading ladies whose married lives changed after their Oscars.

New James Bond flick to be in 3D

New James Bond flick to be in 3D

Rediff.com13 Jan 2010

Director Sam Mendes -- who won an Oscar for his debut feature American Beauty -- has been approached to helm the 23rd Bond film.

'Real love comes and goes'

'Real love comes and goes'

Rediff.com27 Apr 2024

'What happened to Raj and Simran after running away on the train at the end of DDLJ 20 years later? Have they become flatmates instead of lovers? What happens when the initial chemistry has worn off and love becomes a habit? This has always fascinated me.'

Kate Winslet to visit India

Kate Winslet to visit India

Rediff.com3 Mar 2004

Kate Winslet is planning a trip to India to rejuvenate her body and soul with yoga lessons.

Review: Spectre is a long film, short on thrills

Review: Spectre is a long film, short on thrills

Rediff.com20 Nov 2015

At 148 minutes, Spectre feels like the longest Bond film of all time, says Raja Sen.

Joker sweeps Oscar nominations

Joker sweeps Oscar nominations

Rediff.com13 Jan 2020

The 92nd Academy Awards nominations have been announced at the Samuel Goldwyn Theatre in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles.

Oscars 2020: Who will win and who won't

Oscars 2020: Who will win and who won't

Rediff.com6 Feb 2020

Aseem Chhabra and Sukanya Verma send in their predictions for the top Oscar awards.

Golden Globes 2020: Renee Zellweger wins

Golden Globes 2020: Renee Zellweger wins

Rediff.com6 Jan 2020

The 77th Annual Golden Globe awards have been announced. There were a few surprises and some expected nods. A quick glance at the winners, listed in bold.

BEST Bond trailer featuring Daniel Craig? VOTE!

BEST Bond trailer featuring Daniel Craig? VOTE!

Rediff.com27 Jul 2015

Spectre versus Skyfall versus Quantum of Solace versus Casino Royale? Vote and tell us!

Joker leads BAFTA nominations

Joker leads BAFTA nominations

Rediff.com7 Jan 2020

Joaquin Phoenix-starrer Joker, one of the most controversial yet admired movies of 2019, is leading the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) nominations with 11 nods.

How To Win An Oscar

How To Win An Oscar

Rediff.com4 Feb 2020

Joaquin Phoneix (Joker) and Renne Zellweger (Judy) should keep their fingers crossed, says Kumar Abishek.

Oscars 2020: Scarlett Johansson on the Red Carpet

Oscars 2020: Scarlett Johansson on the Red Carpet

Rediff.com10 Feb 2020

The 92nd Annual Academy Awards are currently underway at Hollywood and Highland in California, and the stars are dressed glamorously for Hollywood's biggest party.

Neecha Nagar, The King's Speech, Burn Notice: What's the Link?

Neecha Nagar, The King's Speech, Burn Notice: What's the Link?

Rediff.com23 May 2016

An occasional series featuring unusual movie connections.

Oscars 2020: Joaquin, Renee, Brad win top awards

Oscars 2020: Joaquin, Renee, Brad win top awards

Rediff.com10 Feb 2020

The 92nd Annual Academy Awards hardly had any surprises up its sleeves. Here's a quick look at the winners.

It's a sweep for 1917 at Baftas!

It's a sweep for 1917 at Baftas!

Rediff.com3 Feb 2020

Check out the winners!

No Time to Die review

No Time to Die review

Rediff.com1 Oct 2021

To be able to bid farewell to Daniel Craig is an emotion all fans of the Bond franchise must experience, feels Aseem Chhabra.

Tokyo Games: SUPER Pix!

Tokyo Games: SUPER Pix!

Rediff.com8 Aug 2021

Action from the 2020 Olympics.

Tokyo Games: ELECTRIFYING Pix!

Tokyo Games: ELECTRIFYING Pix!

Rediff.com6 Aug 2021

Scenes from the 2020 Olympics.

Recovering Stokes named in England squad for India ODIs

Recovering Stokes named in England squad for India ODIs

Rediff.com29 Jun 2018

Ben Stokes has been named in England's 14-man squad for the three one-day internationals (ODIs) against India next month, with the all-rounder on the mend from a hamstring injury.

The HIGHLIGHTS of Golden Globes 2020

The HIGHLIGHTS of Golden Globes 2020

Rediff.com6 Jan 2020

Sukanya Verma looks at what stood out in a mostly humdrum affair.

Tomic spurns Tennis Australia olive branch

Tomic spurns Tennis Australia olive branch

Rediff.com24 Jul 2015

Bernard Tomic's rift with Tennis Australia looks unlikely to end any time soon after the player said he had no interest in clear-the-air talks until the governing body resumed funding of his sister, Sara.

Time to finish off the ISI!

Time to finish off the ISI!

Rediff.com21 Sep 2016

'There has to be strikes on the ISI headquarters to raze it to the ground figuratively and otherwise,' says Group Captain Murli Menon (retd).

PHOTOS: The gold medallists on Day 8 at the Rio Olympics

PHOTOS: The gold medallists on Day 8 at the Rio Olympics

Rediff.com14 Aug 2016

Drysdale wins close single sculls gold Also, check out late gold medal winners from Day 7...

PHOTOS: The gold medallists on Day 11 at Rio Olympics

PHOTOS: The gold medallists on Day 11 at Rio Olympics

Rediff.com17 Aug 2016

Check out the gold medallists on Day 11 of the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro on Tuesday.