Must Indians and Pakistanis be bound by the easy classifications of enemies and terrorists, muses Aseem Chhabra
'Dev Anand was the king of my generation -- Western in his sensibilities and very carefree. I was in love with those movies and the promise of the exciting world that they presented,' recalls Aseem Chhabra.
The film is whacky and mindless but hugely entertaining at the same time.
In New York, Aseem Chhabra speaks to Mary Vogt, a senior Hollywood costume designer, designed costumes for Endhiran/Robot.
Aseem Chhabra wonders if Shah Rukh Khan's G.One will match up to his Rahul charm.
A stellar cast keeps you riveted to this sequel to Wall Street.
A couple that got married with a unique ceremony in Kolkata speak to Aseem Chhabra about the moving experience.
Aashayein has a unique story that starts with good intentions, but eventually the treatment amounts to nothing spectacular.
Like Slumdog Millionaire, RRR will remain a one-time phenomenon until another big, larger-than-life, Indian film connects with the critics in the West, predicts Aseem Chhabra.
Rediff.com's Aseem Chhabra witnessed the reflection of the struggle for equal marriage rights for gay and lesbians in New York city on Sunday where over hundred same-sex couples took their vows. Among the couples was an Indian American couple too.
Makers of the documentary The Sun Behind The Clouds see light in a hopeless situation, finds Aseem Chhabra. Embarrassed by the footage of Chinese brutality and suppression of the 2008 uprising in Tibet, China requested that the film be withdrawn.
Apart from the songs, nothing else works in Tees Maar Khan.
The film is a slick, madly crazy production that is mostly funny.
Kunal Kohli on his latest production with a newbie at the helm.
A man like Tharoor, a breath of fresh air in Indian politics, has been forced to resign for committing no crimes.
Yet, one cannot dismiss this Brad Pitt starrer.
Titanic won its fans all over again when it was re-released in 3D recently. Aseem Chhabra presents his wishlist of Hindi films that could make great comebacks with 3D!
Indian American Reshma Saujani hopes to become the next United States Congresswoman from New York. It is a difficult race to win the New York primary slated to be held on Tuesday, but she is counting on immigrant power and her Wall Street connections. Aseem Chhabra speaks to the candidate.
Imran Khan talks about his new film Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu, fame and US -- the country he has a special relationship with.
New York-born S Mitra Kalita moved to Delhi to experience Indian life. On her return to the US she wrote a book about her unpredictable two-year adventure. Aseem Chhabra reports.
The Girl Who Played With Fire, based on the novel, is appealing.
It sure looks like it because his latest effort, The Last Airbender is not that entertaining.
Farhan Akhtar presents us a plot and script that is dull, almost boring.
Twelve days of movie madness and 36 films later, Aseem Chhabra lists his top 10 favourite films from this year's Cannes Film Festival.
'The next two years are not going to be a joy in Washington. All of Obama's charm, intellect and skills will have to be put aside as a new reality sets in. So it is wonderful to see the Obamas having a good time in India.'
The final instalment from the Millennium trilogy is European action-oriented commercial cinema at its best.
The Tibetan leader recently completed 50 years in exile in India and took time off from his busy schedule in New York City to thank his host country by connecting with Indians living in the US.
Dear Mr Spielberg, can we now put to rest this overstretched, bloated dinosaur franchise? asks Aseem Chhabra.
'...and showcased in their original beauty.'
'The show -- one friend described it as a desi Lion King -- was stunning to watch. The lights, set design, sound, the selection of songs was simply quite spectacular.'
'What an incredible opportunity to bring back one of the greatest actors of Indian cinema on the big screen.'
Here's a look at the Oscar nominations, 2010.
The stars of MNIK, SRK, Kajol and Karan Johar, will be promoting their film in New York on February 1. And you can catch the action right here.
Aseem Chhabra tries to guess which movies will be a part of Oscar history, if only as a nomination.
For Dara Huang and John Fesko, the terrorist attacks of a year ago triggered a re-examination of the nature of their relationship.
'Why was Top Gun: Maverick made? 'And the only reason I can think of is that the new film was made to emphasise and re-establish Tom Cruise's superstar status,' notes Aseem Chhabra who watched the Top Gun sequel at its premiere in Cannes.
Aseem Chhabra relishes celebrating his otherness during the festival.
Aseem Chhabra highlights 10 films that moved him, films that may show up in theatres near you.
New York-based Aseem Chhabra recollects his New Delhi days with Digvijay Singh, who passed away last week
New York-based Aseem Chhabra recollects his New Delhi days with Digvijay Singh, who passed away last week