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One Light-Day Away: Voyager's Epic Voyage

One Light-Day Away: Voyager's Epic Voyage

Rediff.com13 Jul 2026

Buzz Lightyear's 'to infinity and beyond' in Toy Story was meant as an impossible boast. Voyager, however, has given it unexpected meaning -- not because it will ever reach infinity, but because for it the beyond is already in progress

Operation Safed Sagar Launch: 'Heroes Don't Look Like Heroes'

Operation Safed Sagar Launch: 'Heroes Don't Look Like Heroes'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2026

'They become heroes because of their actions.'

Pakistan Names New Nuclear Command Chief

Pakistan Names New Nuclear Command Chief

Rediff.com24 Jul 2026

Lieutenant General Syed Aamir Raza's loyalty to Field Marshal Asim Munir during the turbulent times appears to have stood him in good stead, points out Rana Banerji, who headed the Pakistan desk at R&AW.

Paraguayan Senator calls Mbappe 'son of a b****' in fiery outburst

Paraguayan Senator calls Mbappe 'son of a b****' in fiery outburst

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

Paraguayan Senator Celeste Amarilla escalated her feud with French footballer Kylian Mbappe, calling him a "son of a b****" during a Senate speech. This follows an incident where Mbappe allegedly refused to shake goalkeeper Orlando Gill's hand after a FIFA World Cup match. Amarilla also claimed Mbappe called her "despicable," while France coach Didier Deschamps stated the controversy hasn't affected Mbappe's focus.

Your favourite Star Wars memories?

Your favourite Star Wars memories?

Rediff.com25 May 2007

Tell us!

Fresh blow to Mamata: TMC's Rs 675-cr war chest becomes new battleground

Fresh blow to Mamata: TMC's Rs 675-cr war chest becomes new battleground

Rediff.com18 Jun 2026

The internecine war within the Trinamool Congress took a new turn on Thursday with "party treasurer" Aroop Biswas writing to a bank seeking restrictions on the operation of the party's accounts, citing uncertainty over its legitimate leadership amid rebellions by MLAs and MPs.

'90 Percent Of Love & War Is Complete'

'90 Percent Of Love & War Is Complete'

Rediff.com11 Mar 2026

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Love & War, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal, may face a release delay.

OTT's 10 Best K-Dramas Of 2026 So Far

OTT's 10 Best K-Dramas Of 2026 So Far

Rediff.com27 Jul 2026

It's only July but the South Korean drama scene is brimming with action and adrenalin.

India Inc Battles Rising Gulf War Costs

India Inc Battles Rising Gulf War Costs

Rediff.com9 Jun 2026

Companies are already diversifying sourcing, raising prices, and reworking operating models as the disruption drags on.

Troy Revisited Before The Odyssey: Why Brad Pitt's Epic Still Divides Fans 22 Years Later

Troy Revisited Before The Odyssey: Why Brad Pitt's Epic Still Divides Fans 22 Years Later

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

Wolfgang Petersen's Troy is grand, star-studded and visually impressive, but it never quite lives up to the epic that inspired it.

Jana Nayagan Review: Mass-y For Fans, Messy For Others

Jana Nayagan Review: Mass-y For Fans, Messy For Others

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

C Joseph Vijay's Jana Nayagan is not just a film but a potent political statement, strategically crafted to align with his political aspirations and claim the legacy of M G Ramachandran, notes Saisuresh Sivaswamy.

'Frustrated' Trump considering resuming war on Iran: Report

'Frustrated' Trump considering resuming war on Iran: Report

Rediff.com12 May 2026

US President Donald Trump is reportedly considering military action against Iran due to stalled negotiations and Tehran's approach to its nuclear issue, according to CNN sources. Divisions within the Trump administration have emerged over the next course of action, with some officials advocating for a more aggressive approach through targeted military strikes.

The Untold Story Behind Auqib Nabi's Historic India Test Call-Up

The Untold Story Behind Auqib Nabi's Historic India Test Call-Up

Rediff.com3 Aug 2026

Auqib Nabi, a right-arm pacer from Jammu and Kashmir, has made history by becoming the first cricketer from the region to be named in India's Test squad, earning a call-up for the tour of Sri Lanka after a remarkable domestic season.

Show off your Star Wars knowledge!

Show off your Star Wars knowledge!

Rediff.com19 May 2005

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Like Zendaya's Look From Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey London Premiere?

Like Zendaya's Look From Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey London Premiere?

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

Director Christopher Nolan's highly anticipated film The Odyssey made its star-studded debut in London, drawing Hollywood's elite to the red carpet.

'End of a dream': Messi fans left heartbroken after World Cup final

'End of a dream': Messi fans left heartbroken after World Cup final

Rediff.com20 Jul 2026

Argentina's hopes of securing back-to-back World Cup titles were dashed after a 1-0 extra-time defeat to Spain in the final, leaving fans in Buenos Aires with a "bitter sensation" despite acknowledging Spain's strong performance.

PIX: A starry screening for Star Wars!

PIX: A starry screening for Star Wars!

Rediff.com24 Dec 2015

Let's take a look at the Bollywood celebrities who attended the premiere of Star Wars: The Force Awakens.

Andaz Apna Apna To Ghayal: Rajkumar Santoshi's Top 10 Films

Andaz Apna Apna To Ghayal: Rajkumar Santoshi's Top 10 Films

Rediff.com11 Aug 2026

Rajkumar Santoshi's best films prove that few Bollywood filmmakers could mix hard-hitting drama, action, comedy and sheer masala madness quite like him.

The Stars Wars controversy

The Stars Wars controversy

Rediff.com9 Sep 2004

Why YRF's Spy Universe Is Failing: From Pathaan's Peak To Alpha's Struggles

Why YRF's Spy Universe Is Failing: From Pathaan's Peak To Alpha's Struggles

Rediff.com9 Jul 2026

The once promising YRF Spy Universe, which delivered Bollywood's first Rs 500 crore grosser with Pathaan, is now grappling with an uncertain future as recent releases like Alpha and War 2 fail to ignite the box office.

Ahead Of Tera Yaar Hoon Main, Milap Zaveri's Films, Ranked!

Ahead Of Tera Yaar Hoon Main, Milap Zaveri's Films, Ranked!

Rediff.com23 Jul 2026

From Satyameva Jayate to Mastiii 4, Milap Zaveri's films may divide critics, but ranking them can prove to be even more challenging than watching them.

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Review

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Review

Rediff.com20 Dec 2019

Even though the plot is not extraordinary, the sheer canvas on which this movie is mounted and the VFX is worth the money, applauds Imad Baig.

Tom Holland: 'The Odyssey Is Epic'

Tom Holland: 'The Odyssey Is Epic'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

'For a community of people that love cinema as much as you guys do here, this will be one of those moments you'll be comparing every cinema experience you have after this one to The Odyssey.'

Tom Holland Arrives In Mumbai

Tom Holland Arrives In Mumbai

Rediff.com10 Jul 2026

Hollywood luminaries Tom Holland and Christopher Nolan have landed in Mumbai for the unprecedented India premiere of their highly anticipated film, The Odyssey.

Avengers Doomsday Trailer Review: Epic Or Overstuffed?

Avengers Doomsday Trailer Review: Epic Or Overstuffed?

Rediff.com21 Jul 2026

The Avengers: Doomsday teaser trailer has dropped, revealing an ambitious, potentially overcrowded multiverse saga featuring Doctor Doom, returning heroes, and universe-colliding stakes that could define the future of the MCU.

Shanaya, Sharks, Survival On OTT This Week

Shanaya, Sharks, Survival On OTT This Week

Rediff.com10 Apr 2026

Underwater predators make life hell for everyone from Bollywood's Shanaya Kapoor to Bridgerton's Phoebe Dynevor on OTT this week along with much, MUCH more.

Before Alpha, Ranking Hrithik Roshan's 9 Cameos

Before Alpha, Ranking Hrithik Roshan's 9 Cameos

Rediff.com29 Jun 2026

From blink-and-miss song appearances to scene-stealing guest roles, Hrithik Roshan has turned even cameos into memorable moments.

Iran Rewrites Rules of War

Iran Rewrites Rules of War

Rediff.com17 Mar 2026

Iran is fighting a different war: Older, slower, and in some ways more dangerous. Iran doesn't need to shoot down an F/A-18. It only needs to make the Strait of Hormuz feel dangerous long enough for insurance markets, shipping companies, and oil futures traders to do the rest. Prem Panicker continues his must-read daily blog on the war in the Middle East.

Star Wars maker returns with war film, Red Tails

Star Wars maker returns with war film, Red Tails

Rediff.com20 Jan 2012

The film has an all-black cast.

After Shah Rukh, Nayanthara Stars Opposite Salman

After Shah Rukh, Nayanthara Stars Opposite Salman

Rediff.com1 Apr 2026

Nayanthara has been confirmed to star alongside Salman Khan in Director Vamshi Paidipally's upcoming action film, produced by Dil Raju, marking her second venture into Bollywood after Jawan.

Know Christopher Nolan's Movies Before You Watch Odyssey

Know Christopher Nolan's Movies Before You Watch Odyssey

Rediff.com16 Jul 2026

From Following to Oppenheimer, here's why Christopher Nolan remains cinema's greatest modern blockbuster auteur.

Shah Rukh Applauds Alia Bhatt's Alpha Teaser

Shah Rukh Applauds Alia Bhatt's Alpha Teaser

Rediff.com10 Jun 2026

Yash Raj Films has dropped the teaser for Alpha, a thrilling first look at Alia Bhatt's origin story as a spy in the YRF Spy Universe.

RIL beats estimates with record quarterly EBITDA; YoY profit falls

RIL beats estimates with record quarterly EBITDA; YoY profit falls

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

Reliance Industries Ltd reported a 22 per cent year-on-year decline in consolidated net profit for the June quarter, primarily because the previous year's earnings were inflated by a one-time gain from the sale of its stake in Asian Paints.

Alpha Gets A Decent Box Office Opening

Alpha Gets A Decent Box Office Opening

Rediff.com6 Jul 2026

The Alia Bhatt and Sharvari-led spy thriller Alpha has defied industry expectations, securing a respectable opening weekend at the box office.

The 10 Best Indian Films Of 2026 So Far

The 10 Best Indian Films Of 2026 So Far

Rediff.com8 Jul 2026

From Ikkis to Balan: The Boy, these are the 10 Indian films that truly deserved the loudest applause in the first half of 2026.

England's World Cup exit: Tuchel blames 'DNA' not tactics, Messi's magic key

England's World Cup exit: Tuchel blames 'DNA' not tactics, Messi's magic key

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

England's manager Thomas Tuchel has faced heavy criticism following their World Cup semi-final defeat to Argentina, but he attributes the loss to fundamental issues like a lack of 'ball possession DNA' rather than just tactical errors, while acknowledging the unstoppable brilliance of Lionel Messi.

Matt Damon On The Odyssey: 'Happy To Keep Getting Lost'

Matt Damon On The Odyssey: 'Happy To Keep Getting Lost'

Rediff.com18 Jul 2026

'This project is like six movies in one. And it's all been captured on the largest format that's ever been done on. So it's definitely one to see at the cinema.'

France boss Deschamps becomes most successful World Cup coach ever

France boss Deschamps becomes most successful World Cup coach ever

Rediff.com1 Jul 2026

France head coach Didier Deschamps made World Cup history by becoming the most successful manager in terms of victories after France's dominant 3-0 win over Sweden, with Kylian Mbapp starring once again to send Les Bleus into the Round of 16.

2026's Biggest Bollywood Hits So Far

2026's Biggest Bollywood Hits So Far

Rediff.com30 Jun 2026

Ironically, only three films have crossed over to the Rs 100 Crore (Rs 1 billion) Club so far. We look at the half yearly box office report.

From Ramayana to King: 20 Most Anticipated Indian Films Of 2026

From Ramayana to King: 20 Most Anticipated Indian Films Of 2026

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

From Ramayana Part 1 and Alpha to King and Toxic, here's why the next six months could be one of Indian cinema's most exciting line-ups in years.