Arthur J Pais on author Madhusree Mukerjee's rebuttal of historian Arthur Herman's critique.
The Hunger Games DVD is out, and it looks good, writes Arthur J Pais.
Arthur J Pais predicts the Oscar nominations.
Sugata Bose, author of revolutionary freedom-fighter Subhas Chandra Bose's biography His Majesty's Opponent, talks to Arthur J Pais about his grand uncle, one of the freedom movement's enigmatic figures. The first of a four-part interview.
Sugata Bose, author of revolutionary freedom-fighter Subhas Chandra Bose's biography His Majesty's Opponent, talks to Arthur J Pais about his grand uncle, one of the freedom movement's enigmatic figures. The first of a four-part interview.
Friends with Kids is one of the best films to hit the home market in recent weeks, writes Arthur J Pais.
Arthur J Pais remembers the late superstar and a bottle of Johnny Walker Black Label that he found waiting in his Chennai hotel room, a gift from the late legend, as he prepared to meet a writer.
The novel has an ambiguous ending, but in the film the man becomes a saint and risks his life as he goes on a fast. He just cannot let down the thousands of people who have faith in him... Arthur J Pais reveals little known facts about Dev Anand's film, Guide.
Mohit Agrawal had previously turned down the final Rhodes interview previously and vied for the Mitchell scholarship, the Irish version of Rhodes because he thought studying in Ireland would be more exciting than being in the United Kingdom on a Rhodes Scholarship. Here's his journey.
Meet Indian-American Aysha Bagchi who is perhaps the most traveled of the 32 Rhodes Scholars for 2012. She shares her journey here.
Yoga's connection with Hinduism is a cause of worry for some, finds Arthur J Pais
Joseph Lelyveld, whose book on Mahatma Gandhi has infuriated many, tells Arthur J Pais how the controversy went viral.
Filmmaker Tarsem Singh is ready with a new 3D adventure film titled Immortals starring Mickey Rourke, Freida Pinto, Kellan Lutz among others.
Playwright Lloyd Suh's new play Jesus In India gives an account of Jesus Christ's India sojourn between the ages of 18 and 30.
The murders of Indian students in the United States in the last few years has been a reason of worry for not only students but also their parents in India. Arthur J Pais reports
It's been 10 years since Swarna Chalasani breathed her last. But even today, the legacy of this 9/11 victim lives on. Students and abused women continue to benefit from her work. Arthur J Pais reports
Neil G Shastri's family has found solace in founding a trust in his name. Arthur J Pais reports.
Neil G Shastri's family has found solace in founding a trust in his name. Arthur J Pais reports.
After Joseph Mathai's death his wife Teresa found solace in doing service in his memory. Arthur J Pais reports
Lord Krishna, Alexander The Great and Kautilya play stellar parts in Amartya Sen's discussion with Arthur J Pais. A fascinating conversation with the Nobel Laureate
From Shammi Kapoor's first hit to the character roles in his autumn years, Arthur J Pais has hoarded many memories of the actor.
This one's a career-making performance for both actor Ryan Reynolds and director Daniel Espinosa.
Though Moroccan food is rich with meat dishes, there are plenty of options for vegetarians.
Romantic landscapes. Enchanting souks. Affable people. Bollywood. In a special series, Arthur J Pais takes a magical, mystery tour of Morocco.
Colin Firth-starrer The King's Speech wins top award in Toronto.
Arthur J Pais wonders why the evergreen legend did not make brilliant films even in his old age, like some of his peers in the West.
The $100 million film is poised to become a box office hit.
This year's Rhodes scholar Anand Habib volunteered for a halfway house for immigrants who had risked their lives to come to America through the Mexican border during his high school days. He shares his journey here.
This year's Rhodes scholar Anand Habib volunteered for a halfway house for immigrants who had risked their lives to come to America through the Mexican border during his high school days. He shares his journey here.
If you thought Swami Vivekananda was the first one to suggest yoga to Americans, think again, says Arthur J Pais.
Yoga is a spiritual practice of self-improvement and bringing an individual closer to God, instructor Becky Crigger tells Arthur J Pais
Fundraisers held in New York, San Francisco and Atlanta for India-based non-government organisation Akshaya Patra that strives for wholesome school kitchens is expected to raise a whopping Rs 5 crore in charities this year. Arthur J Pais reports
He's one of India's most famous fashion photographers and he's dating a supermodel 15 years younger. In a tete-a-tete with Arthur J Pais, Prabuddha Dasgupta discusses the commercialisation of the fashion industry today, his relationship with Laxmi Menon and why he prefers not to work with Bollywood personalities.
'In the West, the Taliban is known for its medieval barbarism, public executions, stoning of women for adultery. But for many Afghans now, they are respectable -- as the Taliban provides security,' says noted writer William Dalrymple in a two part interview with rediff.com's Arthur J Pais.
Like viewers in India, the NRI audience did not enjoy the film either.
Raajneeti boasted the highest per screen average -- $7,395 -- among the top 20 films in the US this weekend.
As part of an ongoing series, we bring you stories of young Indian Americans who came looking for the Real India and found their real selves instead. Bharat Kumar recounts his trip to India and tells Arthur J Pais about the one thing he could never have imagined himself doing.
On her 16th birthday, she chose to give back
On her 16th birthday, she chose to give back
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