News for 'Women in Cinema'

'I want to shed a new light on women'

'I want to shed a new light on women'

Rediff.com25 Aug 2020

'The show is about women taking ownership of their lives.'

'Struggle Toh Kiya Hi Hai'

'Struggle Toh Kiya Hi Hai'

Rediff.com22 Oct 2024

'I have no family (in the industry), no network, no mentor.' 'Still, I'm consistently working since 20 years and now I have a National Award.' 'It may take time, but if you're consistently at it, nothing can stop you.'

'Washi Is A Superb Batter'

'Washi Is A Superb Batter'

Rediff.com11 Nov 2024

'The world is yet to watch him, show his prowess as a batter, but given the chance he will do a great job.'

'It Slowly Dawned On Me That I Had Won'

'It Slowly Dawned On Me That I Had Won'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2024

'I want to believe that now the world is my oyster.'

GOAT, Vijay's Failed Political Launch Vehicle

GOAT, Vijay's Failed Political Launch Vehicle

Rediff.com9 Sep 2024

Vijay has a lot of young and middle-aged women fans, but as voters, they are possibly now with the DMK, or remain with the AIADMK. Recapturing this constituency would have helped Vijay's political launch and the GOAT script and dialogues could have gone a long way in helping out. But the kind of script and screenplay and the unusually and equally unnecessary long run-time (3 hours, 3 minutes) that GOAT offers takes the film experience over the heads of those that are not familiar with secret agents and uranium theft in Tamil cinema, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

Women become easy targets in politics, says Urmila

Women become easy targets in politics, says Urmila

Rediff.com19 Dec 2020

She asserted that sexism exists in politics but she has learnt to stay focused on the good work that she intends to do for the people.

'I'm Somebody You Don't Mess With'

'I'm Somebody You Don't Mess With'

Rediff.com8 May 2024

'You treat me like eye candy and I will leave you like you're a wrapper.'

'I'm not blaming fathers, but...'

'I'm not blaming fathers, but...'

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

'I'm talking about that predator in your house, and how one should protect one's children from him.'

'It's Christmas with a cherry on the cake'

'It's Christmas with a cherry on the cake'

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

'A fair bit of shock and certainly excitement with how it was all unfolding, but nothing I could have ever imagined.'

Bigg Boss OTT 2: Eviction, Addiction & Romance

Bigg Boss OTT 2: Eviction, Addiction & Romance

Rediff.com19 Jun 2023

The second season of Bigg Boss OTT premiered over the weekend on JIO Cinema and it was an exciting watch, thanks to host Salman Khan and an interesting line-up of contestants.

How Pregnant Yami Shot For Article 370

How Pregnant Yami Shot For Article 370

Rediff.com9 Feb 2024

'This felt surreal because the baby was also a part of it. Some of the inspiration also came from how I saw my mother work her way through. We Indian women are stronger than we give ourselves credit for.'

'Won't Allow Severe Cuts, It Will Destroy The Film'

'Won't Allow Severe Cuts, It Will Destroy The Film'

Rediff.com28 May 2024

'The chances of The Shameless passing through the censorship board in India are slim to none.'

'Women are more successful in films than men'

'Women are more successful in films than men'

Rediff.com17 Oct 2021

'Women use acting as a way to protect themselves.'

Deepika's Brush With LA

Deepika's Brush With LA

Rediff.com4 Dec 2023

Katrina attends the Red Sea Film Fest... Raai Laxmi enjoys a race... Amyra goes cycling...

Akkineni Nageswara Rao lived and breathed cinema

Akkineni Nageswara Rao lived and breathed cinema

Rediff.com22 Jan 2014

Akkineni Nageswara Rao was one of the people instrumental in bringing the Telugu industry to Hyderabad from Chennai in the 1990s. Radhika Rajamani salutes the thespian, who passed into the ages on Wednesday, January 22.

Get A Taste Of Nayanthara On OTT

Get A Taste Of Nayanthara On OTT

Rediff.com29 Dec 2023

Stories of friendship, former life and fights against the system dominate the OTT this week. Sukanya Verma lists her recommendations.

When Bollywood treated women badly...

When Bollywood treated women badly...

Rediff.com28 Feb 2020

Hindi cinema has not just explored various instances of brute force, but often glorified its misogyny.

This Week On OTT: Arnold Is Back!

This Week On OTT: Arnold Is Back!

Rediff.com26 May 2023

Arnie's back, Varun shape shifts while others fight the good fight and more on OTT this week.

'My struggle was because I'm a woman'

'My struggle was because I'm a woman'

Rediff.com30 Jan 2024

'You are constantly trying to get things made. You keep meeting people, knocking on their door. And time goes by.'

Something For All Ages on OTT This Week

Something For All Ages on OTT This Week

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

Sukanya Verma shares her OTT recommendations.

Bridgerton, Baahubali, Beasts On OTT This Week

Bridgerton, Baahubali, Beasts On OTT This Week

Rediff.com17 May 2024

Lots of romance and action on OTT this week. Sukanya Verma lists her recommendations.

'How Can Truth Hurt The Film-maker?'

'How Can Truth Hurt The Film-maker?'

Rediff.com20 Sep 2023

As Mahesh Bhatt turns 75 on September 20, Subhash K Jha calls him the 'eternal seeker of truth in cinema and in life'.

Unlock 2: Schools, malls, cinemas to remain shut till July 31

Unlock 2: Schools, malls, cinemas to remain shut till July 31

Rediff.com30 Jun 2020

International air travel of passengers has been permitted in a limited manner under the Vande Bharat mission. Further opening-up will take place in a calibrated manner.

'No country treats porn stars like we do'

'No country treats porn stars like we do'

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

'Why is being a porn star socially acceptable and not a prostitute?'

Where You Can Watch Shyam Benegal's Best Films

Where You Can Watch Shyam Benegal's Best Films

Rediff.com14 Dec 2023

As Shyam Benegal turns 89 on December 14, Subhash K Jha takes a look at 10 of his best films and tells you where you can watch them.

'The Hope Is About Friendship'

'The Hope Is About Friendship'

Rediff.com27 May 2024

'Hope is about being more accepting of each other, the kind of solidarity and friendship that even our families may not be able to give.'

'She was the only woman he truly loved'

'She was the only woman he truly loved'

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

'Her exit signaled his downfall.'

Is The Great Indian Kitchen gutsy cinema?

Is The Great Indian Kitchen gutsy cinema?

Rediff.com30 Jan 2021

If you think the film is gutsy, you are simply being blind to the truth that the whole men-are-worthless slant is saleable right now, argues Sreehari Nair.

Fall In Love As Aishwarya Goes Green

Fall In Love As Aishwarya Goes Green

Rediff.com19 May 2023

Aishwarya looked gorgeous in a green sequined Valentino cape dress. She complemented her look with transparent block heels, kept her make-up minimal with sparkly green eye shadow.

Lawyer offers prize to prove claims made in 'The Kerala Story'

Lawyer offers prize to prove claims made in 'The Kerala Story'

Rediff.com1 May 2023

The film falsely claims Hindu women converted, got radicalised and were deployed in terror missions in India and the world, according to the ruling CPI-M and opposition Congress in Kerala.

7 Underrated Films Of 2023

7 Underrated Films Of 2023

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

With so many releases in 2023, not all got their due. Subhash K Jha picks his underrated films of the year.

Where Does Superstar Vijay Go From Here?

Where Does Superstar Vijay Go From Here?

Rediff.com2 Jul 2024

A new entrant, whether a popular actor or not, has not been able to sweep the polls, as their fans had hoped for. Given a proven pattern, it should hold true for Vijay as well. Or, something drastically has to happen between now and 2026, asserts N Sathiya Moorthy.

Watch Konkona's Killer Magic On OTT

Watch Konkona's Killer Magic On OTT

Rediff.com18 Jan 2024

Some of her best films are not available on streaming platforms, but Deepa Gahlot looks at her Hindi cinema oeuvre on OTT.

Article 370 Review: Get Your Patriotic Fix

Article 370 Review: Get Your Patriotic Fix

Rediff.com23 Feb 2024

Article 370 is not as crude as some of the openly propagandist films made in recent times. It could at least open up a discussion on what is to be done to heal the wounds of the people of Kashmir, which years of shrieking TV debaters could not do, feels Deepa Gahlot.

'I ate 160 paans during the shooting'

'I ate 160 paans during the shooting'

Rediff.com28 Mar 2024

'Netflix is very happy with me. Mamla Legal Hai has opened the big bazaar in the heartland for them.'

When Rani Made The Sad Revelation

When Rani Made The Sad Revelation

Rediff.com14 Aug 2023

Bollywood folk graced the stage at the 14th Indian Film Festival of Melbourne, received awards, promoted their films and laughed loud at IFFM. Then, they got all touristy and explored the Australian city, enjoying its sights and sounds.

BJP shouldn't give Oscar win credit to Modi: Kharge

BJP shouldn't give Oscar win credit to Modi: Kharge

Rediff.com14 Mar 2023

Actor and Samajwadi Party MP Jaya Bachchan said she was happy that the House was discussing the most important ambassadors of the country, the film fraternity.

Bengal becomes first state to ban The Kerala Story

Bengal becomes first state to ban The Kerala Story

Rediff.com8 May 2023

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Monday ordered an immediate ban on the screening of the controversial film The Kerala Story to avoid "any incident of hatred and violence", a senior official said in Kolkata.

After MP, 'The Kerala Story' to be made tax-free in UP

After MP, 'The Kerala Story' to be made tax-free in UP

Rediff.com9 May 2023

The film, which was released on May 5, has kicked up a political storm.

'Ameen Sayani was the Shahenshah of Melody'

'Ameen Sayani was the Shahenshah of Melody'

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

For four decades, his voice united millions of Indians for an hour every Wednesday as he brought Hindi cinema's greatest songs in an unparalleled radio broadcast.