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Want to give a befitting reply to Cong: Khushbu

Want to give a befitting reply to Cong: Khushbu

Rediff.com13 Oct 2020

'I have worked hard and when I come out they (Congress) are against me'

China doing to India what Russia did to Ukraine: Rahul Gandhi

China doing to India what Russia did to Ukraine: Rahul Gandhi

Rediff.com2 Jan 2023

He also claimed that the Sino-Indian border conflict has a link with a weak economy, a confused nation without any vision, hatred, anger and the Chinese sitting in Indian territory.

Selfiee Review: License To Drive Crazy

Selfiee Review: License To Drive Crazy

Rediff.com24 Feb 2023

Malayalam cinema isn't the same as Telugu or Tamil, but Bollywood's blanket approach fails to see the distinction in Selfiee, observes Sukanya Verma.

What to watch for in today's 4-state RS polls

What to watch for in today's 4-state RS polls

Rediff.com10 Jun 2022

Here is the lowdown of the each state and parties.

Thousands join in as Modi leads nation in cleanliness drive ahead of Gandhi Jayanti

Thousands join in as Modi leads nation in cleanliness drive ahead of Gandhi Jayanti

Rediff.com1 Oct 2023

Wielding a broom, the prime minister took part in the drive along with fitness influencer Ankit Baiyanpuriya.

Sabarimala: Respect traditions, says Rajini; Kamal evades query

Sabarimala: Respect traditions, says Rajini; Kamal evades query

Rediff.com20 Oct 2018

The Makkal Needhi Maiam founder-president said he would prefer to 'stay in the centre' and talk about things benefiting women.

Just who is Deep Sidhu of Red Fort fame?

Just who is Deep Sidhu of Red Fort fame?

Rediff.com4 Feb 2021

Most of India knows Deep Sidhu as the man who planted the Sikh religious flag on Red Fort.

Rajini, Kamal are illusions, can't survive in politics: AIADMK

Rajini, Kamal are illusions, can't survive in politics: AIADMK

Rediff.com20 Nov 2019

Rajini-Kamal duo cannot do harm to the AIADMK-led alliance in the state electorally, Jayakumar said.

DMK ropes in Prashant Kishor for 2021 Tamil Nadu polls

DMK ropes in Prashant Kishor for 2021 Tamil Nadu polls

Rediff.com2 Feb 2020

For quite some time, there was speculation that actor-politician Kamal Haasan-led Makkal Needhi Maiam and the DMK would sign up with the strategist for the 2021 assembly polls.

TN: Stalin to head DMK's seat-sharing talks for Lok Sabha polls

TN: Stalin to head DMK's seat-sharing talks for Lok Sabha polls

Rediff.com7 Feb 2014

Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam chief M Karunanidhi's son and Treasurer M K Stalin is among the five persons named by the party to hold seat-sharing talks with alliance parties for the coming parliamentary elections.

Conversion Row Rears Its Ugly Head In Tamil Nadu

Conversion Row Rears Its Ugly Head In Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com4 Feb 2022

As of now, there is nothing to suggest that the 'Michaelpatti episode' has the potential to polarise Dravidian Tamil Nadu on religious lines, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

'I never intended on becoming an actor'

'I never intended on becoming an actor'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2016

'People think it's okay to poke fun at people who are overweight but I never took it lying down. I made sure I stood up for myself.' Sonakshi Sinha, in fighting form.

The Broken News Review

The Broken News Review

Rediff.com10 Jun 2022

With solid actors headlining the cast and supporting actors lending good support, The Broken News is a good weekend binge watch, observes Namrata Thakker.

Why Caste Violence Is On The Rise In Tamil Nadu

Why Caste Violence Is On The Rise In Tamil Nadu

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

Tamil Nadu is the celebrated home of the 'social justice' movement in the country, yet caste differences and violence has only been increasing in numbers and becoming more brutal in recent years, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

'Something historic is happening'

'Something historic is happening'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2022

'Through this one step, and more steps that follow, log judte jayenge (more people will come together); I'm sure of that.'

'You will always be the king amongst kings'

'You will always be the king amongst kings'

Rediff.com7 Jul 2021

'I was all of 4 years old when I saw my first stampede. #dilipkumar walked into a wedding reception.. there was hysteria.. women thronged to see him, the bridal couples stage broke!! Such was the magic!'

'Ardh Satya wasn't conceived to showcase Om's talent'

'Ardh Satya wasn't conceived to showcase Om's talent'

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

'The ending Vijay Tendulkar had written was different.' 'According to him, the film ended with Anant Welankar's suicide.' 'I felt such an ending would be too nihilistic.' 'Bahut zyada defeatist ho jaata.'

Dinakaran to announce party name on March 15

Dinakaran to announce party name on March 15

Rediff.com11 Mar 2018

The Delhi high court, on March 9, allowed Dinakaran's plea for allotment of a common symbol, preferably 'pressure cooker', and a name of his choice for the AIADMK faction led by him.

Khalnayak's Charm And Controversy

Khalnayak's Charm And Controversy

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

A messy masala about an antihero bolstered by tons of whimsy, controversy and high drama, Khalnayak's hype is stuff of history. Sukanya Verma celebrates 30 years of this blockbuster.

Om Puri: The Chronicler Of Cities On The Boil

Om Puri: The Chronicler Of Cities On The Boil

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

'If it weren't for Om Puri, a whole range of our big city experiences wouldn't have found their honest representations on the screen.'

Tamil leader kicks up row with remark on Rajiv's killing

Tamil leader kicks up row with remark on Rajiv's killing

Rediff.com14 Oct 2019

A staunch supporter of slain LTTE supremo V Prabhakaran, he also criticised the former prime minister for sending the Indian Peacekeeping Force to Sri Lanka in the 1980s.

Actress Kushboo joins Congress

Actress Kushboo joins Congress

Rediff.com26 Nov 2014

Actor-politician Kushboo on Wednesday joined the Congress, over five months after quitting the Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam over reported differences with the party leadership.

Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani Review: Good Ol' Bollywood

Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani Review: Good Ol' Bollywood

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

Rocky Aur Rani delivers a king-sized entertainer that blends old charm with fresh ideas. It is a win for Karan Johar whose conviction works big time to satisfying results, asserts Mayur Sanap.

Is Nehru Responsible For Indian Muslims' Plight?

Is Nehru Responsible For Indian Muslims' Plight?

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

Pratinav Anil is able to foresee some agency and assertion on the part of India's Muslims. His hope emanates from the citizenship rights movement of Muslims in 2019-2020, notes Mohammad Sajjad.

Stalin's Son Rises In The Party Of The Rising Sun

Stalin's Son Rises In The Party Of The Rising Sun

Rediff.com1 Dec 2022

His likable boy-next-door face and casual approach to public speaking have a unique appeal for the younger generation, but it stops there, observes N Sathiya Moorthy.

'Marriages are going out of fashion'

'Marriages are going out of fashion'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2023

'The point about arranged marriages is -- because I come from a progressive family -- the idea was completely alien. But I have realised over time that there are instances of assisted marriages working very well. If you look at it, really, in a microcosm, it is the same thing as Tinder, isn't it? I mean, if you are trying to meet -- yes, no, yes, no, no.'

Will You Watch This Film In May?

Will You Watch This Film In May?

Rediff.com4 May 2023

After a rather dull April when there were hardly any theatrical or OTT releases, May would be a lot more crowded with a dozen odd movies and web series arriving.

Bigg Boss 16: Nimrat Gets A Warning

Bigg Boss 16: Nimrat Gets A Warning

Rediff.com3 Oct 2022

The fights start early this season, as Tina Dutta and Archana get into a tiff.

Why Bharat Jodo Yatra Bothers Modi-Shah

Why Bharat Jodo Yatra Bothers Modi-Shah

Rediff.com6 Jan 2023

If you are a BJP backer, you'd ask why Modi and Shah would even bother about Rahul Gandhi and Congress. But they do. Because they are serious politicians who win elections. That's why their priority is to ensure Rahul cannot shed his 'Pappu' image, points Shekhar Gupta.

Stage set for Chiranjeevi, the politician

Stage set for Chiranjeevi, the politician

Rediff.com16 Aug 2008

Putting months of speculations and wait to an end, Telugu superstar Chiranjeevi will finally make his political debut on Sunday afternoon. At 02:30 pm, the popular actor of Telugu movies, surrounded by his security guards, will appear before the media to unveil his much-awaited political plans.

Are You Ready To Cry?

Are You Ready To Cry?

Rediff.com30 Aug 2022

Yes, there's going to be a lot of tears, laughs and thrills coming your way.

Vijayakant loses his cool again; gestures at scribes

Vijayakant loses his cool again; gestures at scribes

Rediff.com20 Apr 2016

The incident reportedly took place at Salem during the actor-politician's visit to participate in a consultative meeting there for the May 16 Tamil Nadu assembly polls.

BBC, Modi And The Sunak Factor

BBC, Modi And The Sunak Factor

Rediff.com27 Jan 2023

Keeping the contents of the BBC documentary aside, Rishi Sunak's response needs to be viewed in the backdrop of Britain's historically close relations with Pakistan, argues Lieutenant General Prakash Katoch (retd).

Dahaad Review: Sonakshi Packs A Punch

Dahaad Review: Sonakshi Packs A Punch

Rediff.com12 May 2023

For those who believed in her talent since Lootera, Dahaad is a truly rewarding experience, observes Sukanya Verma.

Youths wave black flags at Shatrughan in Patna, get beaten up

Youths wave black flags at Shatrughan in Patna, get beaten up

Rediff.com21 Mar 2014

Black flags were shown at Bharatiya Janata Party candidate from the Patna Saheb, Shatrughan Sinha on Friday by a group of youths who were beaten up by the actor-politician's supporters.

What if LTTE's Prabhakaran were alive...

What if LTTE's Prabhakaran were alive...

Rediff.com14 Feb 2023

The Indian authorities have to reconfirm that Prabhakaran is dead. It may require seeking assistance from Interpol and also involve the re-opening of the Rajiv Gandhi assassination case, and more so, the investigations, formally or otherwise, asserts N Sathiya Moorthy.

Rangbaaz 3 Review

Rangbaaz 3 Review

Rediff.com29 Jul 2022

Watch Rangbaaz 3 for Vineet Singh's nuanced performance, suggests Namrata Thakker.

ISI link? Amarinder shows photos of Pak friend with other leaders

ISI link? Amarinder shows photos of Pak friend with other leaders

Rediff.com25 Oct 2021

Asking that if all these leaders and actors accompanying the Pakistani journalists are Inter-Services Intelligence's contacts, Singh asserted that he would have invited her again had there been no visa restrictions between India and Pakistan.

EPS and Stalin show national allies their place

EPS and Stalin show national allies their place

Rediff.com11 Mar 2021

Without strategising together, Jayalalithaa's successor, Chief Minister Edappadi K Palaniswami, and M Karunanidhi's son-cum-successor, M K Stalin, have used tough-talking on seat-sharing with allies, to replace charisma that they purportedly lacked, during the run-up to the assembly polls scheduled for April 6, says N Sathiya Moorthy.

10 OTT Shows That Make Us Nostalgic

10 OTT Shows That Make Us Nostalgic

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

Many films and shows go back in time to bring alive so many fading and forgotten memories.