News for 'Slumdog Millionaire'

'People know who I am post Slumdog'

'People know who I am post Slumdog'

Rediff.com19 May 2009

We all know he is a great actor but it was only until Slumdog Millionaire released that he recognized. Irrfan Khan, who we see rarely on cover pages of magazines dons a stylish look with tons of attitude on GQ's may issue.

Slumdog's Jamal is leading man in Swiss film

Slumdog's Jamal is leading man in Swiss film

Rediff.com4 Nov 2009

The adventure film titled Shyam's Secret will be made in French and English.

51 Test Centuries Meets 800 Test Wickets

51 Test Centuries Meets 800 Test Wickets

Rediff.com6 Sep 2023

When greats Sachin Tendulkar, Muttiah Muralitharan, Sanath Jayasuriya came together!

Slumdog kids won't get money from Boyle unless...

Slumdog kids won't get money from Boyle unless...

Rediff.com19 Nov 2009

Danny Boyle has decided to withhold the trust fund set up for the movie's child stars after reports emerged that they are not attending school regularly.

Bandra blaze leaves 'Slumdog' star, 2,000 others homeless

Bandra blaze leaves 'Slumdog' star, 2,000 others homeless

Rediff.com5 Mar 2011

At least 21 people were injured and over 2,000 people, including 'Slumdog Millionaire' child actor Rubina Ali, rendered homeless in the big fire which was controlled in the wee hours on Saturday in Bandra, Mumbai.

Telecom operators rake in on <I>Slumdog</I> win

Telecom operators rake in on Slumdog win

Rediff.com25 Feb 2009

Celebrations after India's Oscar moment refuse to die down. Now, it is the telecom services providers who are laughing their way to banks, thanks to the Slumdog Millionaire's Oscar sweep.

A R Rahman wins BAFTA award for <I>Slumdog</I>

A R Rahman wins BAFTA award for Slumdog

Rediff.com9 Feb 2009

Bolstering its chances for the Oscars scheduled later this month, the film based on India's diplomat-turned author Vikas Swarup's novel went into the ceremony with 11 nominations and won prizes for best film, best director, original screenplay, music, cinematography, editing and sound.

Guess Who Plays Murali In Bio-Pic?

Guess Who Plays Murali In Bio-Pic?

Rediff.com19 Apr 2023

'The magnitude of responsibility one has while portraying a real life legend like Mr Muralitharan is not lost on me.'

Mumbai will recover, says top director

Mumbai will recover, says top director

Rediff.com2 Dec 2008

Danny Boyle, the director of the film Slumdog Millionaire, which is set in Mumbai, paid homage to the Indian city after his film bagged top honour at the British Independent Film Awards.

Freida Pinto, Dev Patel split after six years of dating

Freida Pinto, Dev Patel split after six years of dating

Rediff.com11 Dec 2014

The star couple met on the sets of Danny Boyle's Slumdog Millionaire.

Why There's So Much Global Love For RRR

Why There's So Much Global Love For RRR

Rediff.com10 Jan 2023

Like Slumdog Millionaire, RRR will remain a one-time phenomenon until another big, larger-than-life, Indian film connects with the critics in the West, predicts Aseem Chhabra.

Adiga's The White Tiger will be made into a film

Adiga's The White Tiger will be made into a film

Rediff.com15 Apr 2009

Aravind Adiga's Man Booker Prize winner The White Tiger will now be seen in a theatre near you.

Danny Boyle to make another film on Mumbai

Danny Boyle to make another film on Mumbai

Rediff.com13 Jan 2009

It seems British director Danny Boyle has fallen in love with Mumbai while shooting for his award-winning film 'Slumdog Millionaire'. Boyle wants to get back to the city once more to make to make another film.

'Nobody recognized me in Mumbai slums'

'Nobody recognized me in Mumbai slums'

Rediff.com14 Dec 2010

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

The Newsmakers of 2009

The Newsmakers of 2009

Rediff.com14 Dec 2009

From victories to deaths, 2009 has seen its share of headlines. Here's a look at the year's most memorable stories.

'Not just a win for RRR, but for India'

'Not just a win for RRR, but for India'

Rediff.com13 Mar 2023

'I would also like to congratulate the team of The Elephant Whisperers on their win today bringing another Oscar to India.'

Freida Pinto models for Dolce & Gabbana

Freida Pinto models for Dolce & Gabbana

Rediff.com3 Mar 2009

Petite Freida looked a million bucks in her frilly mini-dress, as she appeared on the ramp at the Milan fashion week, reports The Sun. he was flanked by Hollywood actress Scarlet Johansson and Kate Hudson, as she flaunted the frilly dress onstage.

'I wanted to be a cop, now I clean gutters'

'I wanted to be a cop, now I clean gutters'

Rediff.com30 Jan 2009

Mahesh Thorat keeps toiling in the city's sludge with the hope for his pot of gold someday.

Defamation case against Rahman, Anil Kapoor

Defamation case against Rahman, Anil Kapoor

Rediff.com21 Jan 2009

An office bearer of a slum dwellers' body has filed a defamation case against music director A R Rahman and actor Anil Kapoor alleging that the award winning film Slumdog Millionaire calls Indians dogs and slum dwellers slum dogs.

India shines when Rahman leads

India shines when Rahman leads

Rediff.com13 Jan 2009

The composer becomes the first Indian to win a Golden Globe award.

Freida Pinto to be face of Estee Lauder?

Freida Pinto to be face of Estee Lauder?

Rediff.com9 Mar 2009

'Slumdog Millionaire' actress Freida Pinto has reportedly landed herself a deal to front cosmetics giant Estee Lauder.

Jai Ho is America's new fitness anthem

Jai Ho is America's new fitness anthem

Rediff.com5 Mar 2009

Dancing to the tunes of Slumdog Millionaire has become a craze at many fitness and dance schools across the US.

How India shone at the Oscars

How India shone at the Oscars

Rediff.com23 Feb 2009

With two of the three Oscar-nominated songs being in Hindi and performed with colourful and vigorous Bollywood dances, and with Rahman invoking in Tamil a saying about divine greatness, the proceedings at times looked like a Bollywood event held in Los Angeles.

Looking at Rahman's recent hits, through video

Looking at Rahman's recent hits, through video

Rediff.com1 Feb 2010

Here's why A R Rahman is the musical genius that he is.

Vikas Swarup takes over as Spokesperson in MEA

Vikas Swarup takes over as Spokesperson in MEA

Rediff.com18 Apr 2015

Senior diplomat Vikas Swarup on Saturday assumed charge as Spokesperson in the External Affairs Ministry.

Rahman, Ranveer Rock Ahmedabad

Rahman, Ranveer Rock Ahmedabad

Rediff.com29 May 2022

Back-up dancers in lovely Indian wear decorated the stage with beautiful moves as Rahman sang Rang de Basanti, Chale Chalo from Lagaan and Jai Ho from Slumdog Millionaire.

Jaipur Lit Fest: Words Against War

Jaipur Lit Fest: Words Against War

Rediff.com28 Jan 2025

'Our fractured world has been embroiled in wars and hatred, and many sessions reflect these concerns.'

Freida Pinto is pregnant

Freida Pinto is pregnant

Rediff.com29 Jun 2021

'Oh my god. Freidaaaaaaaaa and Cory congratulations! You guys.'

Jai Ho: Was Sukhwinder The Composer?

Jai Ho: Was Sukhwinder The Composer?

Rediff.com4 May 2024

'When Rahman reached the studio, he heard Sukhwinder fooling around on the mike. Rahman liked what he heard and incorporated it into Jai Ho.'

Why Rahman starved before the Oscars

Why Rahman starved before the Oscars

Rediff.com6 Feb 2019

Celebration time for Slumdog Millionaire's India team.

Spotted: Resul Pookutty in Chennai

Spotted: Resul Pookutty in Chennai

Rediff.com21 Sep 2010

Reader Arjjun Kodoth has sent us this photograph with the Oscar winning sound engineer.

Spotted: Oscar winner Resul Pookutty in Pune

Spotted: Oscar winner Resul Pookutty in Pune

Rediff.com20 Apr 2009

Reader Ameya Joshi has sent us a photograph.

Spotted: Danny Boyle in New Jersey

Spotted: Danny Boyle in New Jersey

Rediff.com2 Mar 2009

Reader Ketul Shah sends us a photograph.

'No point in watching a film if you feel depressed for five days!'

'No point in watching a film if you feel depressed for five days!'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2018

'A lot of people in the West think that India has a very conservative culture, so we don't show much intimacy and sex in movies here. But I always say that, without sex, India won't have a population of over 1.2 billion people.'

Freida Pinto, Kelly Brook hot up GQ awards

Freida Pinto, Kelly Brook hot up GQ awards

Rediff.com9 Sep 2009

Check out the movers and shakers at the annual awards in London.

Spotted: Anil Kapoor in London

Spotted: Anil Kapoor in London

Rediff.com23 Feb 2009

Reader Biju Panicker has sent us a photograph.

Congratulate Rahman!

Congratulate Rahman!

Rediff.com12 Jan 2009

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All We Imagine As Light Is Exquisite

All We Imagine As Light Is Exquisite

Rediff.com25 Nov 2024

All We Imagine As Light remains heart-warmingly affecting because you know experiences like this are few and far between. Payal Kapadia's film-making voice must be cherished, asserts Mayur Sanap.

A Golden Globe for Dev Patel?

A Golden Globe for Dev Patel?

Rediff.com13 Dec 2016

The Slumdog Millionaire star has been nominated in the Best Supporting Actor category for his turn as Saroo Brierley in the critically acclaimed Lion. The film has earned four Golden Globe nominations, including one for Nicole Kidman.

Freida Pinto for girl power

Freida Pinto for girl power

Rediff.com22 Feb 2010

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