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How The Bachchans Celebrated Holi

How The Bachchans Celebrated Holi

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

Navya Naveli Nanda shared just how the Bachchans celebrated Holi at their Juhu home in north west Mumbai through a series of pictures on her social media.

Amitabh Bachchan Cheers MI

Amitabh Bachchan Cheers MI

Rediff.com2 Apr 2024

Also seen at the game were Ritika Sajdeh, who came to cheer husband Rohit Sharma, Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant.

How Aishwarya-Salman Celebrated Ganpati

How Aishwarya-Salman Celebrated Ganpati

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

Bollywood spent another day celebrating the Ganpati festival, going for darshan as well as visarjan.

'Sholay Is Not Perfect'

'Sholay Is Not Perfect'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

'It's there in everyone's heart. That's the beauty of masterpieces.'

'When I Can't Take Nonsense Any Longer Then Sparks Begin To Fly'

'When I Can't Take Nonsense Any Longer Then Sparks Begin To Fly'

Rediff.com23 Oct 2025

'Look after your own mother before looking after your neighbour's mother.' 'I don't believe in starving my own mother and feeding sweets to the neighbours.'

Again! Jaya Bachchan vs Dhankar in RS

Again! Jaya Bachchan vs Dhankar in RS

Rediff.com9 Aug 2024

The trouble started when the SP member wanted to make a point on an ongoing heated discussion between Opposition parties and the Chairman in the Rajya Sabha over certain remarks made by BJP MP Ghanshyam Tiwari on Kharge a few days ago.

How Don Got Its Breathless Pace

How Don Got Its Breathless Pace

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

'While shooting the Don song, Chandra Barot ordered 30-40 paans and insisted Amitabh Bachchan eat them all.'

'Everyone Wanted To Know Why I Had Killed Off Amitabh'

'Everyone Wanted To Know Why I Had Killed Off Amitabh'

Rediff.com22 Aug 2025

'I make films which I think have the possibility of being liked by a majority of people, and you present it with the right emotions.'

'Gabroo, Chooza, Sometimes Nalayak'

'Gabroo, Chooza, Sometimes Nalayak'

Rediff.com20 Oct 2025

'On the set, he was this big personality, the great Om Puri. But at home, he was like a fluffy teddy bear.'

Sholay Still Speaks to India's Soul

Sholay Still Speaks to India's Soul

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

Even after 50 years, Sholay remains a lasting reminder of unity, shared memories and the joy of cinema, notes Mohammad Asim Siddiqui.

'I Will Always Be Remembered For Don'

'I Will Always Be Remembered For Don'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2025

'Don was declared a flop because not many people turned up.' 'Luckily, Khaike Paan Banaraswala became a big hit.' 'Word of mouth publicity led to the film becoming a big hit from the second week on.'

'Sholay Is 'Dadagiri' Cinematography'

'Sholay Is 'Dadagiri' Cinematography'

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

'The way the anticipation is built up for Gabbar Singh's introduction scene with sound, image and details of his personality, like the combat boots he wears.' 'The camera comes so close -- not a tele lens shot, but a wide-angle close-up -- that you can almost smell Gabbar's breath.'

When Aamir, Amitabh Fought...

When Aamir, Amitabh Fought...

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

'People ask me about my biggest action sequence; this is it, because it involved two giants of Indian cinema.'

Meet The Villain of Kantara

Meet The Villain of Kantara

Rediff.com10 Oct 2025

'After the first Kantara, when they announced the second one, I kind of knew he will call me. I had this instinct. Then he called me at midnight and I didn't pick up. I was like, I'm not talking to anybody at 12 at night. The following day, I called and we chatted. He said, I have to narrate you something. I said, I know, it's Kantara!'

Yet Another Honour For Amitabh Bachchan

Yet Another Honour For Amitabh Bachchan

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

Amitabh Bachchan was honoured with the Lata Deenanath Mangeshkar Award at a ceremony in Mumbai's Dinanath Mangeshkar Natyagrih.

'Don' director Chandra Barot dies at 86

'Don' director Chandra Barot dies at 86

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

Veteran filmmaker Chandra Barot, best known for directing the 1978 Amitabh Bachchan-starrer 'Don', passed away on Sunday due to cardiac arrest at a hospital in Mumbai. He was 86.

'Mehbooba Mehbooba Is Historic. No Song Comes Close'

'Mehbooba Mehbooba Is Historic. No Song Comes Close'

Rediff.com12 Aug 2025

'The way Helen ma'am grooves, she's so seductive.'

'Mohanlal Can Forego Anything To Give His Best'

'Mohanlal Can Forego Anything To Give His Best'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2025

What we see in him today is not just stardom, but the reflection of his sincerity, humility, and an artist who carries the fragrance of his roots, asserts K R Nayar, who has known the Dadasaheb Phalke Award winner from their school and college days.

Diwan Arun Nanda, Last Of India's Advertising Greats

Diwan Arun Nanda, Last Of India's Advertising Greats

Rediff.com8 Sep 2025

Diwan Arun Nanda, founder of Rediffusion and one of India's last great admen, changed the industry with memorable campaigns, political ads, and a rare mix of sharp strategy and creativity.

Kajra Re Was Born At A Traffic Signal!

Kajra Re Was Born At A Traffic Signal!

Rediff.com27 May 2025

'Casting the Bachchans NOT as father and son was the toughest and the easiest part.'

Why a translation sparked a Nehru-Harivansh Rai Bachchan verbal spat

Why a translation sparked a Nehru-Harivansh Rai Bachchan verbal spat

Rediff.com21 Jun 2024

The argument with Nehru happened when Bachchan translated the president's speech in English into Hindi, which in accordance with regular practice was to be delivered by the vice president.

'My Naada Was Stuck And I Couldn't Untie It'

'My Naada Was Stuck And I Couldn't Untie It'

Rediff.com29 Sep 2025

'Pahlaj Nihalani came to my rescue. There was no Instagram in those days so I didn't recognise him.' 'I almost fainted when he told me he was Pahlaj Nihalani, the producer of Ilzaam, the hit film that had just made Govinda a star.' 'I told him I was a model and an aspiring actor, and he responded, "You have an interesting face. Come and meet me in the office tomorrow".'

Sobhita, Aishwarya, Aditi And Sindoor

Sobhita, Aishwarya, Aditi And Sindoor

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

At Cannes, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Aditi Rao Hydari showed the world that sindoor paired with saris can be as striking as any couture gown.

I Want To Talk Review: Abhishek Bachchan At His Best!

I Want To Talk Review: Abhishek Bachchan At His Best!

Rediff.com22 Nov 2024

Abhishek Bachchan conveys the numerous chapters and challenges his mind, body and soul go through with a never-before candour, observes Sukanya Verma.

Kaalidhar Laapata Review: Worth A Watch

Kaalidhar Laapata Review: Worth A Watch

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

Watch Kaalidhar Laapata because clean family-viewing films are getting scarcer by the week, recommends Deepa Gahlot.

PIX: When Kamal Haasan met Rajinikanth

PIX: When Kamal Haasan met Rajinikanth

Rediff.com16 Jul 2025

On Wednesday Kamal Haasan, now president of the Makkal Needhi Maiyyam, went over to Rajinikanth's bungalow in Chennai's posh Poes Garden area to seek his friend's blessings ahead of taking oath as a Rajya Sabha member on July 25 in New Delhi.

The Best Part About Sholay Is...

The Best Part About Sholay Is...

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

'I wouldn't change a single shot even if I could, the film is just perfect even with a supposedly flawed script!' Celebrating Sholay's 50th anniversary on August 15 with a special series, where contemporary film folk analyse the cult classic.

Trump Pops Up From A Manhole!

Trump Pops Up From A Manhole!

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

Glimpses from around the world that will make you smile and cry.

Why Sholay Never Got A Sequel

Why Sholay Never Got A Sequel

Rediff.com2 Sep 2025

What if Sholay were produced now, in our technologically advanced era, with AI vying for our attention?, asks Atanu Biswas.

Why Aishwarya Wore Sindoor To Cannes?

Why Aishwarya Wore Sindoor To Cannes?

Rediff.com22 May 2025

Aishwarya walked the red carpet for the screening of the film The History of Sound.

'Salman Never Arrives On Set Before 2-3 pm'

'Salman Never Arrives On Set Before 2-3 pm'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2025

'Salman has never been given a reason to change his ways.'

Kajol-Tanishaa Bid Goodbye To...

Kajol-Tanishaa Bid Goodbye To...

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

The year started on a sad note for the Mukherjee family.

We've Seen The Saiyaara Condition Before

We've Seen The Saiyaara Condition Before

Rediff.com23 Jul 2025

Sickness on screen is a sure shot way of seeking audience sympathy and turning on the waterworks.

When Women Weren't Doormats In Hindi Films

When Women Weren't Doormats In Hindi Films

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

'Madhubala in Kala Pani looks divine and yet, she's not just there for glamour.' 'In Do Raaste, the character of Neelambari (played by Bindu) isn't a heroine in the traditional sense but she has such a pivotal role.' 'That Raj Khosla gave a non-heroine such a central role, instead of the heroine, says a lot about how he valued female characters.'

How To Dress According To Your Zodiac Sign

How To Dress According To Your Zodiac Sign

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

From fiery Aries to dreamy Pisces, each sun sign has its own personality and your fashion choices might just reflect your celestial signature more than you think.

Did You Know Mukesh Sang These Songs?

Did You Know Mukesh Sang These Songs?

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

Because of Mukesh's much-hailed association with Raj Kapoor, it is often overlooked that the singer has also scored hits with almost all major heroes. On Mukesh's 102nd birth anniversary on July 22, Dinesh Raheja recalls some of his classic songs.

'How Can I Not Be Influenced By Amitabh Bachchan?'

'How Can I Not Be Influenced By Amitabh Bachchan?'

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

'At one time, I felt being a mother was the ultimate experience, a woman was not complete without it.' 'Now I feel it's not the be all and end all. Motherhood is a part of a jigsaw puzzle; life is the real big picture.'

Housefull 5 Arrives On OTT

Housefull 5 Arrives On OTT

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

Aamir Khan's starry magic, Akshay Kumar's buffoonery and more on OTT this week.

Celebrity Couples Take Panga On OTT

Celebrity Couples Take Panga On OTT

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

John Abraham releases his long delayed Tehran on OTT. Naveen Kasturia and Pratik Gandhi star in spy thrillers...

How Did Bollywood's Star Kids Fare?

How Did Bollywood's Star Kids Fare?

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

It's the season of star kids, and it continues with Chunky Pandey's nephew Ahaan Pandey getting ready for his Bollywood debut with this Friday's release, Saiyaara.