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Unheralded Kiran secures Olympic slot in women's 400m

Unheralded Kiran secures Olympic slot in women's 400m

Rediff.com27 Jun 2024

She clocked a personal best time of 50.92 seconds on the opening day of the National Inter-State Championships, surpassing the automatic Olympics qualification mark of 50.95 seconds.

'It Is Very Rare For A Sequel To Be Loved This Way'

'It Is Very Rare For A Sequel To Be Loved This Way'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

'Nobody likes preachy stories. When you lace it with humour, it works.'

Akshay, you think Dave does Bala better?

Akshay, you think Dave does Bala better?

Rediff.com14 Jun 2020

The Housefull 4 hit song is David Warner's new challenge.

Why Stree/Bala director makes movies in a jiffy

Why Stree/Bala director makes movies in a jiffy

Rediff.com19 Nov 2019

'I am making movies in a jiffy because I want to work with everyone.'

Bala: I am the audience first, director later

Bala: I am the audience first, director later

Rediff.com15 Jun 2011

The National Award winning director talks about his new film.

'Yeh Patthar Nahin Todegi'

'Yeh Patthar Nahin Todegi'

Rediff.com24 Oct 2024

There was a memorable meeting with a 'tall, elegant, beautiful girl', who had recently finished her 12th in the strongly tribal Jhabua district, Madhya Pradesh. 'I was shocked. In this whole sea of villages, I knew for sure there was no other 12th pass girl. I said I want to meet your father.' 'She brought her father, a daily-wage labourer. I asked him: "How come you decided to educate your girl till the 12th standard? You break stones for a living and you don't have a lot of money".' 'He just said one line and in that one line he said everything.'

Truck driver injured as bridge collapses in Karnataka

Truck driver injured as bridge collapses in Karnataka

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

An old bridge across Kali river in Uttara Kannada district collapsed in the small hours of Wednesday, resulting in heavy traffic along National Highway 66, connecting Goa to Karnataka.

Why Bala won National Award for Best Director

Why Bala won National Award for Best Director

Rediff.com28 Jan 2010

Shaji N Karun, who headed the National Awards jury, sings praises for the brilliant director.

Quiz: How well do you know Tamil director Bala?

Quiz: How well do you know Tamil director Bala?

Rediff.com11 Jul 2016

In a special series, we will put YOU to the test everyday!

Can Amit Thackeray Revive The MNS?

Can Amit Thackeray Revive The MNS?

Rediff.com29 Oct 2024

'If you look at the average age of all our candidates, you will notice that their average age is between 35 and 40. It is a kind of revolution that the MNS is bringing in Maharashtra.'

Chhetri, Bala Devi named AIFF Player of Year

Chhetri, Bala Devi named AIFF Player of Year

Rediff.com27 Dec 2014

National football team captain Sunil Chhetri and Women's national team striker Bala Devi, were named the 'AIFF 2014 Player of the Year' and '2014 AIFF Woman Footballer of the Year', respectively.

The Top 10 Leading Ladies Club

The Top 10 Leading Ladies Club

Rediff.com24 Sep 2024

Sukanya Verma lists 10 of our best ruling the roost of Hindi cinema right now.

Time To Book Profits In PSU Funds?

Time To Book Profits In PSU Funds?

Rediff.com4 Mar 2024

While near-term performance is difficult to predict after a huge run-up, fund managers believe the PSU theme's prospects remain sound over the medium to long term.

How Different Raakhee, Kriti Look At Same Age!

How Different Raakhee, Kriti Look At Same Age!

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

Sukanya Verma compares yesteryear stars and the contemporary ones at about approximately the same age and the results are glaring.

Bharat Bala: Mariyaan is the story of human survival

Bharat Bala: Mariyaan is the story of human survival

Rediff.com25 Mar 2013

The filmmaker talks about his unusual film he is making that will release this summer.

StanChart hires Bala Swaminathan

StanChart hires Bala Swaminathan

Rediff.com12 Nov 2005

What Makes Yami Gautam Such A Star

What Makes Yami Gautam Such A Star

Rediff.com3 Apr 2024

Yami Gautam's career is flying high. Her latest film Article 370 is a superhit and adds to the list of successes to her credit, right from her debut film, Vicky Donor.

The Man Behind Bollywood's Blockbuster Horror Films

The Man Behind Bollywood's Blockbuster Horror Films

Rediff.com18 Sep 2024

'People worship Krishna. People don't worship Ved Vyas, who wrote the Mahabharata.' 'It's a cultural thing because we don't see the heroes behind the screen, we see the heroes who are in front of the screen.'

Chat with <I>Mariyaan</i> director Bharat Bala, right here!

Chat with Mariyaan director Bharat Bala, right here!

Rediff.com24 Jul 2013

The director will talk about his film Mariyan and working with Dhanush.

Matua community's joy over CAA turns to despair

Matua community's joy over CAA turns to despair

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

The All India Matua Mahasangha has asked its members to apply for Indian citizenship only after the formation of a new government at the Centre.

'We've Already Outlined What To Do In Our Next Films'

'We've Already Outlined What To Do In Our Next Films'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2024

'You can expect bohut kuch. Our dreams are big about the larger plan.'

Raj Thackeray meets Shinde, Fadnavis amid poll tie-up buzz

Raj Thackeray meets Shinde, Fadnavis amid poll tie-up buzz

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

Fadnavis said the talks between Shah and Raj Thackeray were positive, and the picture would be clear in the next few days.

November releases: Bala, Marjaavaan, Commando 3

November releases: Bala, Marjaavaan, Commando 3

Rediff.com1 Nov 2019

So which film is releasing at a theatre near you? We tell you, right here!

'The Audience Can't Be Tricked'

'The Audience Can't Be Tricked'

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

'In the audience's mind there is no urgency to go see a film in the theatre.' 'If you pay for social media buzz it does not convert into bums on seats.'

Pawan Kalyan to be Andhra dy CM; Naidu's son gets IT

Pawan Kalyan to be Andhra dy CM; Naidu's son gets IT

Rediff.com15 Jun 2024

The actor-turned-politician has been allotted Panchayat Raj and Rural Development, Environment, Forests, and Science and Technology portfolios.

Football Focus: 'Bala Devi will have huge impact on next generation'

Football Focus: 'Bala Devi will have huge impact on next generation'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2020

News of all that's transpired on and off the football field.

'An Actor At The Top Of His Game'

'An Actor At The Top Of His Game'

Rediff.com2 Sep 2024

'At his wedding with Patralekha, I officiated as the groom's father as Raj has lost both parents, and that's the relationship we share today.'

TMC to send journalist Sagarika Ghose to Rajya Sabha

TMC to send journalist Sagarika Ghose to Rajya Sabha

Rediff.com11 Feb 2024

'We are pleased to announce the candidature of @sagarikaghose, @SushmitaDevAITC, @MdNadimulHaque6 and Mamata Bala Thakur for the forthcoming Rajya Sabha elections,' the party said in a tweet.

Guess Who Will Direct Alia's Jigra?

Guess Who Will Direct Alia's Jigra?

Rediff.com26 Sep 2023

Vasan Bala has directed Peddlers, Mard Ko Dard Nahin Lagta, Monica, O My Darling.

Renu Bala gives India first weightlifting gold

Renu Bala gives India first weightlifting gold

Rediff.com6 Oct 2010

Renu Bala Chanu gave India its first gold medal in Commonwealth Games in the weightlifting event after finishing on top in women's 58-kg category, at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium sports complex on Wednesday. Renu outshone her opponents, smoothly lifting all the weights before failing in her last attempt at 103 kg in clean and jerk. Sean Lee of Australia won the silver and England's Zoe Smith took the bronze.

Veteran cricket writer Rajan Bala passes away

Veteran cricket writer Rajan Bala passes away

Rediff.com9 Oct 2009

Veteran cricket writer Rajan Bala passed away in Bangalore on Friday following a prolonged illness. Rajan turned 63 two days ago and died in a hospital in the Garden City where he had been admitted, according to family sources.

Why Vijay Sethupathi Won't Work With Younger Actresses

Why Vijay Sethupathi Won't Work With Younger Actresses

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

'I felt awkward pairing with Anushka Shetty on screen because she had played my daughter in a film.'

10 Gen Z Actors To Watch Out For!

10 Gen Z Actors To Watch Out For!

Rediff.com12 Jun 2024

A list of 10 rising outsiders from whom wonders can be expected in the years to come.

Analysts raise concern as Infy's Bala steps down

Analysts raise concern as Infy's Bala steps down

Rediff.com12 Oct 2012

His resignation comes at a time when the company ventured in acquisitions. Bala has been one of the key players in driving this inorganic growth strategy.

Why Alia Wore This Sari To Ayodhya

Why Alia Wore This Sari To Ayodhya

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

Key scenes from Ramayana were intricately hand painted on the sari's pallu.

Duranga 2 Review: Predictable

Duranga 2 Review: Predictable

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

What should have ideally been a slow-burn thriller pretty much turns into a game of predictive, uninteresting moments that simply delay the almost obvious climax, notes Divya Nair.

When Karan Johar Yelled, 'Are You Mad?'

When Karan Johar Yelled, 'Are You Mad?'

Rediff.com18 Jul 2024

'When Bad Newz was given to me to direct, the first thing I did was go back to my childhood.' 'It's an ode to Hindi cinema.'

What Are Multi-Asset Allocation Funds?

What Are Multi-Asset Allocation Funds?

Rediff.com21 Feb 2024

Since MAAFs invest across multiple asset classes, they offer diversification.

Nadikar Review: Tovino Thomas Aces

Nadikar Review: Tovino Thomas Aces

Rediff.com6 May 2024

The film's focus lies in humanising a larger-than-life star and breaking down his celebrity, aimed at a simplistic takedown of the 'superstar' myth, observes Arjun Menon.

Want To Invest In Equity Savings Funds?

Want To Invest In Equity Savings Funds?

Rediff.com24 Apr 2023

While equity savings funds could offer higher returns over three-five years, they would also be more volatile.