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Bollywood's CRAZY LOVE GAMES

Bollywood's CRAZY LOVE GAMES

Rediff.com1 Feb 2022

While we wait for Batra's latest to drop on Amazon Prime Video on February 11, Sukanya Verma looks at how Bollywood has dealt with affairs of the heart over the years.

An Indian at the FIFA World Cup

An Indian at the FIFA World Cup

Rediff.com16 Nov 2022

The 48-year-old has previously also worked with Chelsea FC, one of the top clubs in Europe; he has also played an important role in fine-tuning the Chelsea squads that won the UEFA Champions League in the 2011-12 and 2020-21 seasons.

PIX: DC's Mitchell Marsh's intimate wedding

PIX: DC's Mitchell Marsh's intimate wedding

Rediff.com10 Apr 2023

Mitch Marsh tied the knot with his long-term partner Greta Mack

'I think I strive for betterment every day'

'I think I strive for betterment every day'

Rediff.com31 Aug 2023

Kohli has been in decent form in ODIs lately, having scripted 554 runs in 13 matches in the format since last December, at a commendable average of 50.36.

The Man We Love To Hate In Yodha

The Man We Love To Hate In Yodha

Rediff.com27 Mar 2024

'Everybody has their bit of struggles and learnings. It will only end when you stop breathing.'

Bollywood's Best Candid Moments of 2023

Bollywood's Best Candid Moments of 2023

Rediff.com19 Dec 2023

Hitesh Harisinghani/Rediff.com captures some beautiful moments from the many events of 2023, when the stars weren't looking.

'How will Rabada ever surpass Dale Steyn's record?'

'How will Rabada ever surpass Dale Steyn's record?'

Rediff.com26 Dec 2023

Kagiso Rabada is already in the pantheon of great South African fast bowlers, but if the Proteas play only a limited number of Tests a year, he can never surpass Dale Steyn's record of 439 wickets, reckoned Makhaya Ntini on Tuesday.

Kiara, Vicky On Life After Marriage

Kiara, Vicky On Life After Marriage

Rediff.com7 Dec 2023

Kiara Advani and Vicky Kaushal got candid about their personal and professional lives on Karan Johar's Koffee With Karan.

Messi completes signing for Beckham's Inter Miami

Messi completes signing for Beckham's Inter Miami

Rediff.com16 Jul 2023

Argentine great Lionel Messi has completed his signing for Inter Miami on a deal that will keep him in Florida until 2025.

I've worked on my arm speed and angles: Kuldeep Yadav

I've worked on my arm speed and angles: Kuldeep Yadav

Rediff.com17 Sep 2023

Varying the speed of his deliveries and working on the angles have been key components of Kuldeep Yadav's success since his return to the ODI set-up.

The FABULOUS Life of Rashmika Mandanna

The FABULOUS Life of Rashmika Mandanna

Rediff.com5 Apr 2023

As the talented actress continues to spread her wings across Indian cinema, Namrata Thakker looks at her FABULOUS life through her Instagram feed on her 27th birthday on April 5.

GT Vs RR: Who Played The Best Knock?

GT Vs RR: Who Played The Best Knock?

Rediff.com11 Apr 2024

Did Rashid's cameo outshine all the other knocks?

'JHOOME JO RINKUUUUU,' Says Pathaan SRK

'JHOOME JO RINKUUUUU,' Says Pathaan SRK

Rediff.com10 Apr 2023

Shah Rukh Khan heaped praises on Rinku Singh who became the star of the match with five consecutive sixes.

PHOTOS: Check out the Bollywood beauties at the IPL

PHOTOS: Check out the Bollywood beauties at the IPL

Rediff.com3 May 2013

Bollywood's presence at IPL glam up the matches! Pretty faces like Preity Zinta, Shilpa Shetty only add to the beauty of the game.

World Cup: 'Good to have Rahul back, he gives us stability'

World Cup: 'Good to have Rahul back, he gives us stability'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2023

Architect of India's six-wicket win over Australia, wicketkeeper-batter KL Rahul has a solid all-round game and provides stability in the middle-order, said bowling coach Paras Mhambrey.

100 pc behind Dan, won't tolerate any player abuse: RCB

100 pc behind Dan, won't tolerate any player abuse: RCB

Rediff.com12 Oct 2021

"We love Dan... ignore toxic fans, we love him. Those fans are not true RCBian we love you Dan," a user commented on her Instagram post.

Powerplay puzzle: SKY's plan to level series unveiled

Powerplay puzzle: SKY's plan to level series unveiled

Rediff.com13 Dec 2023

We need to use Powerplay more effectively: Suryakumar Yadav

'Most pleasing was to see Devon, Rachin react to what was being bowled'

'Most pleasing was to see Devon, Rachin react to what was being bowled'

Rediff.com5 Oct 2023

New Zealand's stand-in captain Tom Latham was delighted to have found a new hero in ton-up Rachin Ravindra as they began their World Cup campaign, obliterating champions England by 9 wickets in Ahmedabad on Thursday.

'Innings of a lifetime!! Hats off Maxwell'

'Innings of a lifetime!! Hats off Maxwell'

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

'That was just unbelievable from Glen Maxwell. Footwork is overrated.'

It's all about game day at Women's World Cup

It's all about game day at Women's World Cup

Rediff.com5 Jun 2015

Canada took a deep breath on Thursday and prepared for their moment in the Women's World Cup spotlight.

WTC Final: Former coach places onus on players, BCCI

WTC Final: Former coach places onus on players, BCCI

Rediff.com11 Jun 2023

Ravi Shastri sounded sceptical about the possibility of players getting extended gap after the IPL or practice games ahead of future WTC final matches.

Meet the first Kashmiri Pandit beauty queen

Meet the first Kashmiri Pandit beauty queen

Rediff.com5 Oct 2018

'I come from a conservative family.' 'They had sent me to Bengaluru to study and wanted me to focus on my career.' 'I went for the Miss India auditions because it was something I wanted to do for myself.' 'My family was there and saw me perform live.' 'After I got through the finals, they supported me.' 'Now they want me to be the game-changer -- to be the first-ever Kashmiri Pandit to carve a niche in the fashion world.'

The FIFA World Cup Quiz!

The FIFA World Cup Quiz!

Rediff.com14 Jun 2018

As hosts Russia and Saudia Arabia kick off the extravaganza, Harish Kotian and Ashish Narsale assemble a fascinating FIFA World Cup quiz.

'We needed one batter to stay till the end'

'We needed one batter to stay till the end'

Rediff.com4 Aug 2023

Arshdeep Singh brushed aside concerns around India's long tail after their shock loss in the first T20I against the West Indies.

Brazil's Rodrygo 'racially abused' after argument with Messi

Brazil's Rodrygo 'racially abused' after argument with Messi

Rediff.com24 Nov 2023

Argentina's Di Maria to quit internationals after Copa America

Having won a billion hearts, Rohit the skipper deserves this World Cup

Having won a billion hearts, Rohit the skipper deserves this World Cup

Rediff.com16 Nov 2023

How many hundreds did Rohit Sharma miss in this World Cup? At least five if not more. But how many hearts did he win with his new found no-holds barred attacking approach? May be a billion.

Struggling Pakistan hockey's bold statement: We can be world's best

Struggling Pakistan hockey's bold statement: We can be world's best

Rediff.com4 Aug 2023

We have surprised everyone today, says Pakistan head coach after draw against South Korea

IPL 2023: Any team can beat any side: Pravin Amre

IPL 2023: Any team can beat any side: Pravin Amre

Rediff.com1 May 2023

Ahead of their contest against defending champions Gujarat Titans, struggling Delhi Capitals assistant coach Pravin Amre was optimistic of his team's chances.

ICC WC PIX: Bowlers guide Pakistan to victory over Netherlands

ICC WC PIX: Bowlers guide Pakistan to victory over Netherlands

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

IMAGES from the ICC World Cup match played between Pakistan and The Netherlands in Hyderabad on Friday.

'Preparation, process': The secret to Bumrah's success!

'Preparation, process': The secret to Bumrah's success!

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

Jasprit Bumrah said he had learnt not to measure success with the number of wickets he has picked.

Pacer Southee out of World Cup opener vs England

Pacer Southee out of World Cup opener vs England

Rediff.com4 Oct 2023

New Zealand will play the World Cup-opener against England on Thursday without key pacer Tim Southee, who is yet to recover from his thumb surgery.

Ranji Trophy: Mulani takes 5 as Mumbai demolish Kerala

Ranji Trophy: Mulani takes 5 as Mumbai demolish Kerala

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

Mumbai registered a handsome 232-run win after skittling out Kerala for 94 in their Ranji Trophy Group B match in Thumba, Kerala, on Tuesday.

PICS: Goalkeeper heads home injury-time equaliser

PICS: Goalkeeper heads home injury-time equaliser

Rediff.com20 Sep 2023

Goalkeeper Ivan Provedel scored in the dying moments of the Champions League Group E match against Atletico Madrid, heading home the equaliser, to earn Lazio a 1-1 draw at Stadio Olimpico, in Rome, on Tuesday.

Why Brazil took nine forwards to the World Cup...

Why Brazil took nine forwards to the World Cup...

Rediff.com25 Nov 2022

The answer came in an impressive 2-0 victory over a strong and organised Serbia team who did not make it easy for Brazil and frustrated them in a goalless first half.

Pretty, Pretty Priyamani!

Pretty, Pretty Priyamani!

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

Priyamani's got style tips for everyone -- boomers, Gen X, Z and Y, millennials and Gen Alpha.

Williamson rues 'embarrassing' drop

Williamson rues 'embarrassing' drop

Rediff.com1 Nov 2022

'Credit to the way England played, they put us under pressure. They played beautifully, hats-off to England, they were clinical.'

World Cup Final: 'India hold an edge in bowling department'

World Cup Final: 'India hold an edge in bowling department'

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

With pacer Mohammed Shami in menacing form, India holds the edge in the bowling department against Australia, reckons batting great Gundappa Viswanath, who wants skipper Rohit Sharma to convert his aggressive starts to a big hundred in the World Cup final.

Asiad: India's equestrian lows, roller skating highs!

Asiad: India's equestrian lows, roller skating highs!

Rediff.com1 Oct 2023

The Indian team finished last in a five-team field to crash out of equestrian cross country after rider Ashish Limaye was eliminated in Hangzhou at the Asian Games.

PIX: Haaland powers City into last 16; Milan down PSG

PIX: Haaland powers City into last 16; Milan down PSG

Rediff.com8 Nov 2023

Images from the UEFA Champions League matches played on Tuesday night.

I'm a complete Kiwi, but proud of my Indian roots: Rachin Ravindra

I'm a complete Kiwi, but proud of my Indian roots: Rachin Ravindra

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

Born to Indian parents in Wellington, New Zealand's batting star Rachin Ravindra has his family roots in Bengaluru.