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Bad Boy Review: Outdated!

Bad Boy Review: Outdated!

Rediff.com28 Apr 2023

A movie like Bad Boy being made in 2023 would have been just as unwatchable no matter who made it. That Rajkumar Santoshi has, is almost heart-breaking, sighs Deepa Gahlot.

What's Keeping Urvashi Alive

What's Keeping Urvashi Alive

Rediff.com11 Jan 2023

Stars love travelling, and the New Year sees them make beautiful pictures around the globe.

Kriti, Shraddha, Alia: Who Looks Best With Varun? VOTE

Kriti, Shraddha, Alia: Who Looks Best With Varun? VOTE

Rediff.com22 Nov 2022

Against whom, dear readers, does Varun share a roaring chemistry?

Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani Review: Good Ol' Bollywood

Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani Review: Good Ol' Bollywood

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

Rocky Aur Rani delivers a king-sized entertainer that blends old charm with fresh ideas. It is a win for Karan Johar whose conviction works big time to satisfying results, asserts Mayur Sanap.

2023's Biggest Bollywood Flops So Far

2023's Biggest Bollywood Flops So Far

Rediff.com6 Jul 2023

The first half of 2023 has been good to Bollywood, as we saw big blockbusters like Pathaan and The Kerala Story. But there have been flops as well.

Why Sara Was The Perfect Match For...

Why Sara Was The Perfect Match For...

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

'For the paraplegic young girl, I needed a fresh face, someone who did not have the baggage of doing such movies before, someone who the audience liked.'

The Banshees of Inisherin Review: Friends No More

The Banshees of Inisherin Review: Friends No More

Rediff.com18 Jan 2023

People move on, get attached to other people, ending a close bond. But we rarely see that on screen, observes Aseem Chhabra.

Wild, Wild World On OTT This Week

Wild, Wild World On OTT This Week

Rediff.com21 Apr 2023

Oh, and there are secret agents too!

Golden Globes 2022: West Side Story wins

Golden Globes 2022: West Side Story wins

Rediff.com10 Jan 2022

The 79th Annual Golden Globe awards have been announced. A quick look at the winners.

10 TERRIFIC Ensemble Movies

10 TERRIFIC Ensemble Movies

Rediff.com10 Jan 2023

As Kuttey hits the screens this Friday, Sukanya Verma looks at the 10 best ensemble Hindi movies in recent times.

Darlings Trailer: Alia Gets WICKED!

Darlings Trailer: Alia Gets WICKED!

Rediff.com26 Jul 2022

Alia Bhatt and Shefali Shah's dark comedy looks absolutely riveting, applauds Namrata Thakker.

Kiran Rao Has Made A WOW Film!

Kiran Rao Has Made A WOW Film!

Rediff.com4 Oct 2023

'I guess things happen when they have to happen.' 'And the film got delayed by COVID a little bit. But yeah, it's been a decade which I do not regret.' 'I feel like I have grown so much, as an artist, as well as just a human being.' 'So much life experience to channel into films that I think is an advantage almost.'

Tu Jhoothi Main Makkar Trailer: Ranbir Rocks. Shraddha Sizzles.

Tu Jhoothi Main Makkar Trailer: Ranbir Rocks. Shraddha Sizzles.

Rediff.com24 Jan 2023

Ranbir and Shraddha's playful chemistry is to watch out for in Luv Rajan's rom-com, predicts Namrata Thakker.

COMING UP: 8 February Releases

COMING UP: 8 February Releases

Rediff.com4 Feb 2021

There's a lot of action on the OTT front as well as in theatres.

Govinda Naam Mera Review: Not Fun

Govinda Naam Mera Review: Not Fun

Rediff.com16 Dec 2022

To name your movie after Bollywood's most dhinchak hero and craft something so dull borderlines on sacrilege, feels Sukanya Verma.

'I am very angry with the stars'

'I am very angry with the stars'

Rediff.com30 Jan 2023

'When I watched KGF, I was like, 'What kind of world are we living in? Who are these people'?'

'I don't want to be Anand Bakshi'

'I don't want to be Anand Bakshi'

Rediff.com26 Feb 2015

'Anu Malik has great respect for lyrics and lyrics writers. He has worked with big important people through the '80s and the '90s -- everyone from Gulzar and Majrooh Sultanpuri. He treated me with great respect.' 'I don't think the AIB controversy will affect any comedian who can think right and straight, who is clear about his comedy and politics.'

'My dream is to make Ilaiyaraaja's biopic with Dhanush'

'My dream is to make Ilaiyaraaja's biopic with Dhanush'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

'Dhanush is a unique talent.' 'There is no other person in the industry whom I envy as a writer and a director except Dhanush.'

Zara Hatke Zara Bachke Review: Wah Vicky! Wah Sara!

Zara Hatke Zara Bachke Review: Wah Vicky! Wah Sara!

Rediff.com2 Jun 2023

Not so hatke after all, but no reason to stay bachke either, notes Sukanya Verma.

Bareilly Ki Barfi Review: A screwball comedy you must watch

Bareilly Ki Barfi Review: A screwball comedy you must watch

Rediff.com18 Aug 2017

'This slender yet joyous film introduces so many fresh insanities and has such an endless stream of wisecracking that it takes on shades of a running ballad,' notes Sreehari Nair.

Family Says Goodbye to Raju Srivastav

Family Says Goodbye to Raju Srivastav

Rediff.com22 Sep 2022

Raju Srivastav was cremated on September 22 in the presence of family and close friends in Delhi.

Priyanka 'Forgives' Bollywood For Cornering Her

Priyanka 'Forgives' Bollywood For Cornering Her

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

'I had a very tumultuous relationship with what occurred.'

Bodies Bodies Bodies Review: Fun, Fun, Fun!

Bodies Bodies Bodies Review: Fun, Fun, Fun!

Rediff.com31 Jan 2023

If you are looking for a smart popcorn horror to watch with friends, this is a fairly enjoyable romp.

Golden Globes: Meet The Red Carpet Divas

Golden Globes: Meet The Red Carpet Divas

Rediff.com11 Jan 2023

The 80th Annual Golden Globe awards saw Hollywood's A-set at their glamorous best.

Phone Bhoot Review: Cheesy, Campy, Fun

Phone Bhoot Review: Cheesy, Campy, Fun

Rediff.com4 Nov 2022

Phone Bhoot's fizzy fuel isn't enough for feature length fun, observes Sukanya Verma. Phone Bhoot Review

Tabu's Chemistry With Ajay Devgn Works!

Tabu's Chemistry With Ajay Devgn Works!

Rediff.com29 Mar 2023

Comfort and chemistry go hand in hand, so Tabu's versatile vigour and Devgn's brooding intensity has regularly complemented their working styles in solidarity and conflict.

Zanjeer@50: The Gamble That Paid Off

Zanjeer@50: The Gamble That Paid Off

Rediff.com18 May 2023

'I could tell there was an extraordinary intensity about Amitabh Bachchan even in bad films.' 'Kuch baat thi.' 'Salim saab and I insisted on casting him in Zanjeer.'

'Who up there is writing this script?'

'Who up there is writing this script?'

Rediff.com13 Apr 2022

'How can so many misfortunes fall on one beautiful family?'

Maitreyi's EXCITING Style Tips!

Maitreyi's EXCITING Style Tips!

Rediff.com24 Aug 2022

Maitreyi Ramakrishnan's style evolution.

The Ajay Devgn film festival, coming up!

The Ajay Devgn film festival, coming up!

Rediff.com2 Apr 2021

Joginder Tuteja looks at Ajay Devgn's strong line-up, coming soon.

Will You Watch This Film In May?

Will You Watch This Film In May?

Rediff.com4 May 2023

After a rather dull April when there were hardly any theatrical or OTT releases, May would be a lot more crowded with a dozen odd movies and web series arriving.

'If your heart is clean...'

'If your heart is clean...'

Rediff.com29 Dec 2022

'And you put your heart and soul into your work, even if it takes longer, slowly and surely, people will start recognising that about you.' 'There's no need to get caught up in the noise and PR game.'

What are Siddhi, Nandita, Sumanth up to?

What are Siddhi, Nandita, Sumanth up to?

Rediff.com8 Mar 2019

Prema Katha Chitram 2 releases on March 21.

'Mirzapur prompted creators to imagine me differently'

'Mirzapur prompted creators to imagine me differently'

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

'Everyone's favourite show Mirzapur is returning with a third season in which I am reprising my role as Beena Tripathi.'

Small Films That Became Blockbusters

Small Films That Became Blockbusters

Rediff.com16 May 2023

Joginder Tuteja takes a look at 10 small-scale films which made big bucks.

Anil Kapoor pairs up with Neetu Singh!

Anil Kapoor pairs up with Neetu Singh!

Rediff.com27 Oct 2020

Director Raj Mehta brings together Neetu Singh and Anil Kapoor who have never worked together.

OTT This Week: Badla, Bhoots, Sex...

OTT This Week: Badla, Bhoots, Sex...

Rediff.com6 Jan 2023

Badla, bhoots and a barrage of detective dramas bombard the streaming platforms this week. Sukanya Verma lists everything you can see or skip.

The MOST WATCHED FILMS of 2020

The MOST WATCHED FILMS of 2020

Rediff.com2 Jan 2021

These movies may or may not have got critical acclaim, but when it comes to sheer eyeballs, these films did their job rather well.

Nithya Menen's Love For Saris

Nithya Menen's Love For Saris

Rediff.com7 Nov 2022

Her cotton, chiffon and Chanderi saris score high on comfort and drape like a dream.

Rajini's Jailer and Kamal's Vikram: Alike Yet Apart

Rajini's Jailer and Kamal's Vikram: Alike Yet Apart

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

What is noticeable in both movies is the willingness with which both the ageing stars -- Kamal is 68 and Rajini, four years older at 72 with a kidney transplant that he has not shied away from acknowledging -- have learnt to respect their age and bodies, notes N Sathiya Moorthy.