News for 'Whistling Woods Institute'

Subhash Ghai's Whistling Woods to down shutters?

Subhash Ghai's Whistling Woods to down shutters?

Rediff.com15 Jan 2014

In the next few weeks, the Bombay High Court will hear the institute's petition to review its 2011 directive to vacate the land it occupies in Film City.

Naseer on Whistling Woods and more

Naseer on Whistling Woods and more

Rediff.com1 Jun 2006

Hrithik: Please do not dislodge Whistling Woods

Hrithik: Please do not dislodge Whistling Woods

Rediff.com21 Jul 2014

Here's what your favourite Bollywood celebrities are tweeting.

Surrender Whistling Woods land to govt: HC to Ghai

Surrender Whistling Woods land to govt: HC to Ghai

Rediff.com9 Feb 2012

The Bombay high court on Thursday ordered for the 20-acre land in suburban Goregaon, where Subhash Ghai's film institute Whistling Woods is located, to be handed over to the Maharashtra government. The HC has also restrained Whistling Woods from granting admissions to students for courses which will go beyond 2014. The court was hearing a public interest litigation filed by Rajendra Sontakke and four other agriculturists from Latur and Osmanabad districts.

Subhash Ghai: Whistling Woods is going to stay alive

Subhash Ghai: Whistling Woods is going to stay alive

Rediff.com13 Apr 2012

Subhash Ghai and the students and faculty of Whistling Woods protest against the Supreme Court's verdict of closing down the filmmaking institute.

How Saanika Shah Conquered Everest

How Saanika Shah Conquered Everest

Rediff.com5 Jun 2026

At 11.23 am on May 20, 2026, 22-year-old Saanika Shah fulfilled a dream she had nurtured for five years by successfully summiting Mount Everest, the world's highest peak.

Pavail Ki Yeh Nazar

Pavail Ki Yeh Nazar

Rediff.com20 Oct 2024

Pavail Gulati walked, no, strode for his alma mater.

How The Bol Radha Bol Song Was Created

How The Bol Radha Bol Song Was Created

Rediff.com11 Oct 2025

Ranbir Kapoor recalled how his grandfather Raj Kapoor sent a telegram to Vyjayanthimala, convincing her to join the 1964 romantic musical drama, Sangam.

The Bollywood Legend Who Almost Didn't Become One

The Bollywood Legend Who Almost Didn't Become One

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

'What do you think... those working in the film industry are illiterate people? Why don't you go and work with Bimal Roy?'

'No matter what the crisis, always look for an opportunity'

'No matter what the crisis, always look for an opportunity'

Rediff.com26 Dec 2013

"At my age my father had confronted bigger challenges," says Meghna Ghai-Puri, daughter of showman Subhash Ghai. In this interview with Prasanna Zore, the 35-year-old president of Whistling Woods International Institute for Films, Media, Animation and Media Arts talks about her struggles and the lessons she has learnt as an entrepreneur.

The Man In Shraddha Kapoor's Life

The Man In Shraddha Kapoor's Life

Rediff.com26 Jun 2024

Shraddha Kapoor recently confirmed her relationship status when she posted her thoughts about Rahul Mody.

Weekend cinema workshops for film lovers

Weekend cinema workshops for film lovers

Rediff.com6 Aug 2010

NCPA and Whistling Woods International present workshops that will lay a foundation in essential cinema studies.

PIX: Rakhi Sawant, Shilpa Shetty celebrate Yoga Day

PIX: Rakhi Sawant, Shilpa Shetty celebrate Yoga Day

Rediff.com22 Jun 2015

Several Bollywood stars took part in various yoga sessions across India.

Varun Dhawan flaunts his six-pack abs

Varun Dhawan flaunts his six-pack abs

Rediff.com3 Jun 2016

The top posts on social media from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

Interested in a career in cinematography? Read this

Interested in a career in cinematography? Read this

Rediff.com20 Feb 2013

Visual thinking, rigorous technique and a problem-solving approach, go into the making of a Director of Photography, the person behind the look and feel of a film.

'I will miss Shammiji's giant figure'

'I will miss Shammiji's giant figure'

Rediff.com15 Aug 2011

Subhash Ghai pays a tribute to Shammi Kapoor.

Now, MBA in media & entertainment

Now, MBA in media & entertainment

Rediff.com30 May 2008

Subhash Ghai's Whistling Woods has tied up with Manipal Education to introduce a two-year MBA degree in media and entertainment.

Subhash Ghai: I'm making Salman's best

Subhash Ghai: I'm making Salman's best

Rediff.com5 Jun 2006

Rediff readers catch up with director Subhash Ghai.

PIX: Poonam Pandey, Tiger Shroff celebrate International Yoga Day

PIX: Poonam Pandey, Tiger Shroff celebrate International Yoga Day

Rediff.com22 Jun 2016

A look at the pictures from the event!

PIX: Subhash Ghai, 71

PIX: Subhash Ghai, 71

Rediff.com25 Jan 2016

A look at pictures from the celebrations.

'Lataji was sakshaat Saraswati'

'Lataji was sakshaat Saraswati'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2022

'I tell the next generation of singers to take a leaf out of Lataji's book.' 'Be it Kavita or Alka, every time I give a song to a singer, I tell them, 'Dhyaan se suno, listen attentively, phir socho, Lataji isse kaise gaati'.'

Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro director Kundan Shah passes away

Jaane Bhi Do Yaaro director Kundan Shah passes away

Rediff.com7 Oct 2017

'What a tragic loss for cinema, for India.'

Nidhi Wagle: The 21 Year Old Who Opened For Post Malone

Nidhi Wagle: The 21 Year Old Who Opened For Post Malone

Rediff.com2 Feb 2023

'If you take music away from me, there's nothing else I can do.'

How to become a communications expert

How to become a communications expert

Rediff.com28 Apr 2015

In an online chat with readers, Prof Ujjwal Chowdhary from Edutainment offered tips on pursuing a career in media, design and communication.

The designer who wants to end violence against women

The designer who wants to end violence against women

Rediff.com10 Aug 2017

'I was emotionally disturbed after hearing about foeticides and later Nirbhaya and felt that as successful women, we must raise our voice against these issues.' '#SheIsMe, an inspirational fashion showcase, was a personal tribute that proclaimed that despite their flaws and limitations, women are beautiful, magical and strong.'

'If you make a film on sex, you don't need to be vulgar'

'If you make a film on sex, you don't need to be vulgar'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2019

'It was fun trying to regulate ourselves and keep it in the family zone and yet, be tongue-in-cheek.'

How talent management firms make stars

How talent management firms make stars

Rediff.com17 Oct 2018

A clutch of professional talent management firms is changing the balance of demand and supply in India's entertainment industry, writes Vanita Kohli-Khandekar.