News for 'Stars'

Big boost for India as Rohit, Hardik fit For Afghanistan ODI series

Big boost for India as Rohit, Hardik fit For Afghanistan ODI series

Rediff.com1 days ago

Star all-rounder Hardik Pandya and senior batter Rohit Sharma have been cleared by the Sports Science team of BCCI's Centre of Excellence to participate in the upcoming three-match ODI series against Afghanistan, starting in Dharamsala on Sunday.

Stars Celebrate Vishu, Baisakhi, Poila Boishakh...

Stars Celebrate Vishu, Baisakhi, Poila Boishakh...

Rediff.com15 Apr 2026

Film folk are celebrating the New Year in all its forms, like Punjab's Baisakhi, Karnataka's Puthandu, Kerala's Vishu, Bengal's Poila Boishakh and Assam's Bohag Bihu, and sharing their greetings on social media.

Government Boosts Indian Tennis With TAGG Scheme

Government Boosts Indian Tennis With TAGG Scheme

Rediff.com2 days ago

Four promising Indian tennis players, including Manas Dhamne and Vaishnavi Adkar, have been inducted into the Government of India's Target Asian Games Group (TAGG) scheme, which provides comprehensive support for high-performance athletes. This move, welcomed by AITA, aims to strengthen India's presence in international tennis.

Dharna's Fashion Game Is No Joke

Dharna's Fashion Game Is No Joke

Rediff.com6 days ago

From chaotic comic reels to now making her acting debut with Maa Behen, Dharna Durga has slowly become one of the internet's most relatable stars.

Pune Police Bust Illegal Late-Night Party With Drugs And Underage Attendees

Pune Police Bust Illegal Late-Night Party With Drugs And Underage Attendees

Rediff.com3 days ago

Pune Police raided a late-night party in Tulapur village, finding over 150 attendees, including underage individuals. They seized ganja, banned hookah flavours, and liquor worth approximately Rs 85 lakh, with legal action initiated against the organisers.

The secret behind PBKS star Suryansh's fearless batting

The secret behind PBKS star Suryansh's fearless batting

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Punjab Kings' Suryansh Shedge attributes his recent success in the Indian Premier League to the mindset and shot selection training he received from former India player and selector Jatin Paranjape.

Why tennis stars are furious with French Open

Why tennis stars are furious with French Open

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Top tennis players, including Jannik Sinner, Aryna Sabalenka, and Coco Gauff, are threatening to boycott the French Open due to dissatisfaction with the current prize money distribution, claiming a lack of respect and a decreasing share of tournament revenue.

World Cup 2026: Watch Out For These 6 Dark Horses!

World Cup 2026: Watch Out For These 6 Dark Horses!

Rediff.com1 days ago

Morocco, Norway, Turkey, Colombia, Mexico and Japan are among the leading dark horses for FIFA World Cup 2026, with each side possessing the talent and momentum to challenge football's traditional powers.

Dressing room brawl leaves Real Madrid star hospitalised

Dressing room brawl leaves Real Madrid star hospitalised

Rediff.com8 May 2026

Tensions within Real Madrid's squad have escalated, with a dressing room fight between Federico Valverde and Aurelien Tchouameni resulting in Valverde being hospitalised.

Why France are favourites to win the World Cup

Why France are favourites to win the World Cup

Rediff.com2 days ago

With Kylian Mbappe's depth and experience, economists predict France are tipped to edge Spain to lift World Cup.

Govinda Breaks Down At Pahlaj Nihalani's Funeral

Govinda Breaks Down At Pahlaj Nihalani's Funeral

Rediff.com6 days ago

Producer and former Central Board of Film Certification chief Pahlaj Nihalani passed away on June 4.

June's OTT Watchlist: Dhurandhar 2, Raja Shivaji, Maa Behen

June's OTT Watchlist: Dhurandhar 2, Raja Shivaji, Maa Behen

Rediff.com7 days ago

It's going to be a busy month on OTT as several series and original movies get ready for release. June's OTT guide also includes quite a few digital premieres of theatrical releases.

Pro-Khalistan Group Issues Bomb Threat To Gurugram Civic Body

Pro-Khalistan Group Issues Bomb Threat To Gurugram Civic Body

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Gurugram municipal corporation headquarters and the mayor's office received a bomb threat via email, allegedly from a pro-Khalistan group. Police and security agencies evacuated the premises and are conducting a search for explosives. The threat comes ahead of the Operation Blue Star anniversary.

Pro-Khalistan Group Issues Bomb Threat To Gurugram Civic Body

Pro-Khalistan Group Issues Bomb Threat To Gurugram Civic Body

Rediff.com6 days ago

The Gurugram municipal corporation headquarters and the mayor's office received a bomb threat via email, allegedly from a pro-Khalistan group. Police and security agencies evacuated the premises and are conducting a search for explosives. The threat comes ahead of the Operation Blue Star anniversary.

Back in the nets, Rohit Sharma grabs spotlight with trademark strokeplay

Back in the nets, Rohit Sharma grabs spotlight with trademark strokeplay

Rediff.com3 hours ago

Rohit Sharma joined India's white-ball nets in Mohali on Wednesday and remained the box-office attraction despite the presence of young and emerging stars.

How a software engineer became the face of US cricket

How a software engineer became the face of US cricket

Rediff.com2 days ago

US cricket star Saurabh Netravalkar, who helped defeat Pakistan at the 2024 T20 World Cup while working as a software engineer, is now chasing an Olympic dream ahead of Los Angeles 2028.'

Atletico Mocks Real Madrid After Rejecting $173.25 million Bid For Julian Alvarez!

Atletico Mocks Real Madrid After Rejecting $173.25 million Bid For Julian Alvarez!

Rediff.com10 hours ago

Real Madrid's $173.25 million bid for Atletico Madrid forward Julian Alvarez was rejected, with Atletico publicly mocking their rivals' announcement.

A R Rahman performs at Attari border in tribute to BSF

A R Rahman performs at Attari border in tribute to BSF

Rediff.com3 days ago

Held during the Beating Retreat ceremony at JCP Stadium, the event was titled Jai Ho -- A Musical Salute to the Bravehearts and came ahead of the release of filmmaker Imtiaz Ali's new film Main Vaapas Aaunga, a cross border drama which features music by Rahman.

'Ready if needed': Harry Kane offers services to England Cricket, RCB

'Ready if needed': Harry Kane offers services to England Cricket, RCB

Rediff.com12 hours ago

England captain Harry Kane sparked a social media buzz after showing off his cricket skills during the team's FIFA World Cup 2026 training camp in the United States.

Zee To Broadcast 2026 Football World Cup In India

Zee To Broadcast 2026 Football World Cup In India

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

Zee Entertainment said on Monday it had secured the rights to broadcast the 2026 FIFA World Cup and 38 other FIFA events through 2034.

Unscramble The Ranabaali Jigsaw Puzzle

Unscramble The Ranabaali Jigsaw Puzzle

Rediff.com7 days ago

Have a blast with Ranabaali, one puzzling piece at a time!

Like Sunny Deol's Batwara 1947 Poster? VOTE!

Like Sunny Deol's Batwara 1947 Poster? VOTE!

Rediff.com1 days ago

Sunny Deol stars in the upcoming Partition drama Batwara 1947, produced by Aamir Khan Productions and directed by Rajkumar Santoshi, which promises a compelling story of courage amidst historical turmoil.

Brothers face off at 2026 FIFA World Cup

Brothers face off at 2026 FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com2 days ago

The FIFA World Cup 2026 will feature four sets of brothers playing for different countries.

A R Rahman At First Concert At Attari Border

A R Rahman At First Concert At Attari Border

Rediff.com2 days ago

A R Rahman performed at the first-ever concert at the Attari-Wagah border post, using the platform to promote his soundtrack for Imtiaz Ali's Partition-era film Main Wapas Aaunga.

Christian Eriksen shares health update after on-field collapse

Christian Eriksen shares health update after on-field collapse

Rediff.com2 days ago

Danish midfielder Christian Eriksen has returned home and is recovering after collapsing on the pitch during a friendly match against Ukraine. He clarified that the incident was due to a shock from his ICD, different from his 2021 collapse, and assured fans of his good health.

Sachin Yadav Finishes Eighth In Diamond League Debut

Sachin Yadav Finishes Eighth In Diamond League Debut

Rediff.com5 days ago

Indian javelin thrower Sachin Yadav finished eighth in his Diamond League debut in Rome with a throw of 79.18m, significantly below his personal best. Sri Lanka's Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage won the event with a historic 92.62m throw, the second longest by an Asian.

Will Rashid play Tests again? Afghanistan coach breaks silence

Will Rashid play Tests again? Afghanistan coach breaks silence

Rediff.com5 days ago

Afghanistan head coach Richard Pybus discussed the upcoming one-off Test against India, highlighting the crucial role of spin bowling on the Mullanpur pitch. He also confirmed star spinner Rashid Khan's absence due to a long-standing back problem and workload management.

Mohanlal To Mammootty: 15 Malayalam Actors Who Shone in Bollywood

Mohanlal To Mammootty: 15 Malayalam Actors Who Shone in Bollywood

Rediff.com2 Jun 2026

From Mohanlal's commanding act in Company to Dulquer Salmaan's chilling turn in Chup, these Malayalam stars proved they could shine far beyond Mollywood.

Before Peddi, 10 Movies Slammed For Misogyny

Before Peddi, 10 Movies Slammed For Misogyny

Rediff.com1 days ago

From Baahubali to Peddi, these blockbuster South Indian films drew criticism for romanticising toxic masculinity and reducing their female leads to objects of desire.

Injury Forces Satwiksairaj Rankireddy And Chirag Shetty Out Of Indonesia Open

Injury Forces Satwiksairaj Rankireddy And Chirag Shetty Out Of Indonesia Open

Rediff.com7 days ago

Star Indian men's doubles badminton pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty have withdrawn from the Indonesia Open mid-match due to a recurring shoulder injury to Satwik. This comes shortly after their Singapore Open victory, raising concerns about their fitness for upcoming tournaments.

Injury Forces Satwiksairaj Rankireddy And Chirag Shetty Out Of Indonesia Open

Injury Forces Satwiksairaj Rankireddy And Chirag Shetty Out Of Indonesia Open

Rediff.com7 days ago

Star Indian men's doubles badminton pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty have withdrawn from the Indonesia Open mid-match due to a recurring shoulder injury to Satwik. This comes shortly after their Singapore Open victory, raising concerns about their fitness for upcoming tournaments.

Nora Fatehi drops FIFA World Cup anthem track

Nora Fatehi drops FIFA World Cup anthem track

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Canadian singer Nora Fatehi has released her latest international collaboration, "Siir Siir," which is part of the FIFA World Cup 2026 music programme, marking another significant global milestone in her career. The track, featuring Vegedream, blends pop and R&B, celebrating her multicultural journey and expanding her international fan base.

Did Michael Show The Whole Truth?

Did Michael Show The Whole Truth?

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Michael Jackson biopic Michael has achieved remarkable box office success, grossing over $700 million worldwide, yet it sparks debate over the power of fandom versus the need for a truthful depiction of an artist's controversial life.

BCCI explains why Siraj is rested for Ireland, England tour

BCCI explains why Siraj is rested for Ireland, England tour

Rediff.com1 days ago

Mohammed Siraj has been rested from India's T20I squads for the upcoming tours against Ireland and England as a precautionary measure for workload management. Prasidh Krishna has been named as his replacement. The BCCI stated this decision ensures Siraj's recovery ahead of a long international season, following his recent participation in IPL 2026 and a Test match.

India's Strongest Bridge Contingent Ready For Asia Cup Challenge

India's Strongest Bridge Contingent Ready For Asia Cup Challenge

Rediff.com5 days ago

India is set to field its strongest-ever contingent at the Asia Cup Bridge Championships 2026 in Goa, featuring top international stars and Asian Games medallists. The tournament, organised by the Bridge Federation of India, will host 46 elite teams from Asia and Oceania, highlighting India's growing prominence in intellectual sports.

Shubman Gill rises as Brook tops ICC Test rankings

Shubman Gill rises as Brook tops ICC Test rankings

Rediff.com6 hours ago

Shubman Gill climbed to eighth in the latest ICC Test batting rankings, while Harry Brook returned to the top spot, replacing England teammate Joe Root.

Karandeep Kochhar To Lead Strong Indian Contingent At International Series Morocco

Karandeep Kochhar To Lead Strong Indian Contingent At International Series Morocco

Rediff.com8 hours ago

Karandeep Kochhar, in excellent form with three top-10 finishes this season, will lead a 10-member Indian contingent at the USD 2 million International Series Morocco golf tournament. He will be joined by other prominent Indian golfers including Anirban Lahiri.

Tabu Plays Cop, Vijay Sethupathi Blind Beggar In SlumDog: 33 Temple Road

Tabu Plays Cop, Vijay Sethupathi Blind Beggar In SlumDog: 33 Temple Road

Rediff.com1 days ago

Puri Jagannadh dropped the intense teaser for his action drama SlumDog: 33 Temple Road, showcasing Vijay Sethupathi in a mysterious role as a visually-impaired beggar with hidden combat skills alongside Tabu as a formidable police officer.

70-foot Messi statue in Kolkata taken down over safety concerns

70-foot Messi statue in Kolkata taken down over safety concerns

Rediff.com1 Jun 2026

A 70-foot statue of football legend Lionel Messi was removed from Kolkata's Lake Town area on Monday after concerns were raised about its safety.

Sachin Tendulkar Told Me To Start From Zero: Jemimah

Sachin Tendulkar Told Me To Start From Zero: Jemimah

Rediff.com10 hours ago

Indian cricketers Jemimah Rodrigues and Shafali Verma reveal the personal motivations and legendary advice that helped them perform under pressure during their maiden ODI World Cup title win last year.