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Saif Ali Khan's 10 Under-Rated Roles

Saif Ali Khan's 10 Under-Rated Roles

Rediff.com5 days ago

Saif Ali Khan may have delivered several iconic performances, but some of his fascinating roles still do not get the appreciation they truly deserve.

10 Movies That Play Out in a Single Day

10 Movies That Play Out in a Single Day

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Explore a curated list of 10 Indian films that masterfully condense their narratives into a single day, showcasing how limited timelines can enhance storytelling and character development, from thrillers like 'NH10' and 'Kaithi' to comedies like 'Taxi No 9211'.

Paying Homage To Shyam Babu

Paying Homage To Shyam Babu

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

Actors, directors and admirers mourned legendary filmmaker Shyam Benegal on Saturday evening.

PM's sister passes away

PM's sister passes away

Rediff.com9 May 2003

She was suffering from cancer.

'His interests were books, verse and politics'

'His interests were books, verse and politics'

Rediff.com16 Aug 2018

Far away from the glare of publicity lives Atal Bihari Vajpayee's family -- three sisters, nephews, nieces and their children. A large family proud of its bond with India's leader.

Vajpayee's sister dies in Delhi

Vajpayee's sister dies in Delhi

Rediff.com10 May 2003

Mishra was suffering from cancer and had been brought to New Delhi from Gwalior by Vajpayee on April 28 for specialised treatment.

Maha Kumbh: World's largest religious gathering begins

Maha Kumbh: World's largest religious gathering begins

Rediff.com13 Jan 2025

The Maha Kumbh Mela, a major Hindu pilgrimage, commenced in Prayagraj, India on Monday, with over 40 lakh people taking the first holy dip in the Sangam, the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers. Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath said the event, which runs until February 26, will elevate India's ancient cultural and religious traditions to global prominence.

Why Satya Continues To Sting And Sing

Why Satya Continues To Sting And Sing

Rediff.com19 Feb 2025

While Satya's pleasures are palpable -- among them the poetry of the coarse language, the mercifully rough-hewn texture, the oh-so-familiar underdog story -- these pleasures hit you at a completely different speed. The movie is charged with a sense of discovery, and every shot is a cornucopia of details existing independent of the main story. It's touching, notes Sreehari Nair.

Venkaiah Naidu, Vyjayantimala, Chiranjeevi awarded Padma Vibhushan

Venkaiah Naidu, Vyjayantimala, Chiranjeevi awarded Padma Vibhushan

Rediff.com26 Jan 2024

The home ministry on Thursday announced the Padma awards which included five Padma Bhushan, 17 Padma Bhushan and 110 Padma Shri.

Shabana says goodbye to mum Shaukat Kaifi

Shabana says goodbye to mum Shaukat Kaifi

Rediff.com25 Nov 2019

It was a day of mourning for the film fraternity.

We have 4-5 dharmas, they should...: Javed Akhtar on 'Pathaan' row

We have 4-5 dharmas, they should...: Javed Akhtar on 'Pathaan' row

Rediff.com10 Jan 2023

The screenwriter said every 'dharma' (religion) should have its own censor board.

Delhi: Cong MP summoned in kidnapping and rape case

Delhi: Cong MP summoned in kidnapping and rape case

Rediff.com8 Feb 2013

Fresh summons were on Friday issued by a fast-track court against Congress MP Mahabal Mishra and his family members for their alleged role in the kidnapping and rape of a minor girl in 2006, after he they failed to appear before it.

Salman, Kareena, Bachchans condole with Ajay Devgn, Kajol

Salman, Kareena, Bachchans condole with Ajay Devgn, Kajol

Rediff.com31 May 2019

The prayer service for Veeruji, who passed into the ages on May 27, was held at ISKCON, in Juhu, north west Mumbai.

20 Things We Love About Satya

20 Things We Love About Satya

Rediff.com4 Jul 2018

Celebrating one of Bollywood's finest cult classics, as it turns 20.

25 Years Ago in Bollywood...

25 Years Ago in Bollywood...

Rediff.com15 Feb 2021

Sukanya Verma lists significant memories in our 1996 recap.