News for 'bbc-asian-network'

Not the country I grew up in: Naseer after Mumbai University drops him from event

Not the country I grew up in: Naseer after Mumbai University drops him from event

Rediff.com5 Feb 2026

Veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah has publicly criticized Mumbai University after being uninvited from a student event, citing concerns over freedom of expression and the current political climate.

AR Rahman Blames 'Communal Thing' For Lesser Work

AR Rahman Blames 'Communal Thing' For Lesser Work

Rediff.com16 Jan 2026

A R Rahman feels a power shift may have happened in the past eight years, as 'people who are not creative have the power now to decide things.'

Rahman On Communal Remark: 'Never Wished To Cause Pain'

Rahman On Communal Remark: 'Never Wished To Cause Pain'

Rediff.com19 Jan 2026

A R Rahman: 'I feel blessed to be Indian, which enables me to create a space which always allows freedom of expression and celebrates multicultural voices.'

BBC Asian Network closure was inevitable: Scribes

BBC Asian Network closure was inevitable: Scribes

Rediff.com3 Mar 2010

BBC director-general Mark Thompson announced on Tuesday the closure of the Asian Network by the end of 2011, sparking mixed reactions from journalists and audiences.

Diljit Explains Why He Worked With Pakistani Actress

Diljit Explains Why He Worked With Pakistani Actress

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Diljit Dosanjh has finally decided to address the backlash and serious repercussions he is facing after co-starring with Pakistani actress Hania Aamir in his forthcoming film, Sardaarji 3.

Imposter posing as ex-Pakistan cricketer appears on BBC

Imposter posing as ex-Pakistan cricketer appears on BBC

Rediff.com16 Mar 2015

An imposter posing as a former Pakistani cricketer has duped the BBC.

BBC in trouble for mocking Sikhism

BBC in trouble for mocking Sikhism

Rediff.com20 Aug 2009

A race row has erupted at BBC's flagship Asian station, which has been accused of being insensitive towards Sikhs and encouraging a Muslim presenter to mock Sikhism.

Salman beats Abhishek to Madame Tussauds

Salman beats Abhishek to Madame Tussauds

Rediff.com26 Oct 2007

Salman Khan will be immortalised in wax early next year.

Asians more likely to marry inside race: Survey

Asians more likely to marry inside race: Survey

Rediff.com6 Aug 2007

The figures show a stark contrast with white respondents, of whom only nine per cent would marry only someone of their own racial background.

Aamir Khan slams Narendra Modi

Aamir Khan slams Narendra Modi

Rediff.com14 May 2006

During an interactive interview to the BBC Asian Network's new Hindi/Urdu show, Khan also criticised US president George Bush for his Iraq policy.

Aamir open to Pakistani film

Aamir open to Pakistani film

Rediff.com12 May 2006