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'Suchitra Sen was the perfect Paro'

'Suchitra Sen was the perfect Paro'

Rediff.com21 Jan 2014

An icon of grace and beauty, the charismatic heroine of outstanding films, Suchitra Sen will forever remain the brightest star on the horizon.

Priyanka Or Kareena: Who Will You Watch?

Priyanka Or Kareena: Who Will You Watch?

Rediff.com22 Sep 2023

Kareena in a Kalimpong murder mystery, Priyanka in a Hollywood rom-com, a South Korean style western and lots, lots more on OTT this week.

'I was selected for Maine Pyar Kiya'

'I was selected for Maine Pyar Kiya'

Rediff.com4 Apr 2023

'Till a cheque comes into my account, I don't feel like a professional actor.'

'I Played Sita Not Once, But Thrice!'

'I Played Sita Not Once, But Thrice!'

Rediff.com20 Jun 2023

'One cannot play a Goddess as deep and resonant as Sita Maa without being affected.'

'They thought I was stark raving mad'

'They thought I was stark raving mad'

Rediff.com18 Feb 2022

'I was about 27 at that point in time, and I knew that if I didn't take this leap then, I wouldn't take the leap ever.'

Parineeta Director Pradeep Sarkar Dead

Parineeta Director Pradeep Sarkar Dead

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

Sarkar made his directorial debut with Parineeta in 2005. He also directed Laaga Chunari Mein Daag (2007), Lafangey Parindey (2010), Mardaani (2014) and Helicopter Eela (2018).

'She played bad women, but was an angel'

'She played bad women, but was an angel'

Rediff.com5 Apr 2021

Movie legends Dharmendra and Sharmila Tagore share their memories of Shashikala, who passed into the ages on Sunday with Subhash K Jha.

Movie halls in Bengal yet to agree to screen 'Kerala Story' despite SC order

Movie halls in Bengal yet to agree to screen 'Kerala Story' despite SC order

Rediff.com20 May 2023

Satadeep Saha, distributor of the film in Bengal, told PTI on Friday that none of the single screens and multiplexes in the state have come forward to show The Kerala Story as yet, including theatres owned by his family.

Alice doesn't live in indie cinema anymore

Alice doesn't live in indie cinema anymore

Rediff.com24 Apr 2020

With Hindi Medium and Angrezi Medium, the "English-medium" actor of independent movies shows she can easily fit into mainstream Hindi movies too.

Ghai wants panel for Bengali films

Ghai wants panel for Bengali films

Rediff.com25 Jun 2003

Want An OTT Date With Tamannaah?

Want An OTT Date With Tamannaah?

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

Scams, stuntswomen, pirates, freelancers, Sukanya Verma shows you everything you can catch on OTT this week.

Women become easy targets in politics, says Urmila

Women become easy targets in politics, says Urmila

Rediff.com19 Dec 2020

She asserted that sexism exists in politics but she has learnt to stay focused on the good work that she intends to do for the people.

Amar Prem was based on which Bengali film?

Amar Prem was based on which Bengali film?

Rediff.com20 Jun 2016

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

'I never like watching my films'

'I never like watching my films'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2020

'I don't look forward to seeing my films because this only sort of gives me a deep sense of dissatisfaction that I could have done better, and I lose my self-confidence.'

'Soumitra Chatterjee is bigger than a Ray actor'

'Soumitra Chatterjee is bigger than a Ray actor'

Rediff.com27 Jan 2016

One of India's greatest actors -- someone who acted in 14 Satyajit Ray films -- doesn't get good movie roles anymore.

Quiz: Name the only Bengali film that Aishwarya starred in?

Quiz: Name the only Bengali film that Aishwarya starred in?

Rediff.com1 Dec 2015

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

Princess Diana Returns on OTT

Princess Diana Returns on OTT

Rediff.com17 Nov 2023

Death of a princess, deadly Godzilla and detectives galore on OTT this week.

'Dada, you will be missed'

'Dada, you will be missed'

Rediff.com24 Mar 2023

'Life was a canvas and Pradeep Sarkar painted with full intensity -- be it an ad film or a feature film.'

Rocky, Rani, Rajni: Take Your Pick On OTT

Rocky, Rani, Rajni: Take Your Pick On OTT

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

Sukanya Verma shows you everything you can catch on OTT this week.

Mission Raniganj: Akshay's Rinse, Repeat Rescue Formula

Mission Raniganj: Akshay's Rinse, Repeat Rescue Formula

Rediff.com6 Oct 2023

Surrounded by a mass of needy professionals, weepy family members and terrified miners, a one-note Akshay basks in all the attention, thumbs down Sukanya Verma.

So Much To Watch On OTT This Week!

So Much To Watch On OTT This Week!

Rediff.com7 Jul 2023

Thriller, horror, feel-good, rom-com, action, vendetta, biopics -- you name it, you got it on OTT this week.

Tapas Paul's death sets off political slugfest in Bengal

Tapas Paul's death sets off political slugfest in Bengal

Rediff.com19 Feb 2020

"Tapas Paul was under tremendous pressure from central agencies and was a victim of the Centre's vendetta politics," she told reporters at Rabindra Sadan where Paul's mortal remains have been kept for people to pay homage.

Of Akshay, IFFI And Controversies...

Of Akshay, IFFI And Controversies...

Rediff.com29 Nov 2022

The controversy about The Kashmir Files may have got all the eyeballs but there was much more to the closing ceremony of the 53rd edition of International Film Festival of India in Goa.

'The Hope Is About Friendship'

'The Hope Is About Friendship'

Rediff.com27 May 2024

'Hope is about being more accepting of each other, the kind of solidarity and friendship that even our families may not be able to give.'

Review: Piku's music is impressive

Review: Piku's music is impressive

Rediff.com2 May 2015

There is no 'remix version' for any of the songs, as the music deserves to be heard unadulterated.

'Buddhada affirmed my faith in myself'

'Buddhada affirmed my faith in myself'

Rediff.com12 Jun 2021

'That he found it worth his while to repeat me within a year said something about my abilities as actor.'

Ajay Devgn, Suriya win National Awards

Ajay Devgn, Suriya win National Awards

Rediff.com22 Jul 2022

The 10-member jury was headed by filmmaker Vipul Shah. The awards were announced by jury member Dharam Gulati.

Quiz: Chupke Chupke is a remake of which Bengali film?

Quiz: Chupke Chupke is a remake of which Bengali film?

Rediff.com18 Aug 2016

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

Alia Wears Wedding Sari To National Awards

Alia Wears Wedding Sari To National Awards

Rediff.com17 Oct 2023

Alia Bhatt won hearts when she wore her wedding sari at the 69th National Film Awards at the Vigyan Bhawan in Delhi. The ivory embroidered drape was designed by Sabyasachi Mukherjee.

PHOTOS: Theatres open after 7 months in COVID-19 shadow

PHOTOS: Theatres open after 7 months in COVID-19 shadow

Rediff.com16 Oct 2020

It was a quiet reopening with few people venturing warily to watch a mix of regional, English and Hindi reruns such as "Chhichhore", "Thappad", "Tanhaji" and "The Spy".

Quiz: Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam is based on which Bengali novel?

Quiz: Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam is based on which Bengali novel?

Rediff.com14 May 2015

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

'Don't be fooled by Ranveer's bling'

'Don't be fooled by Ranveer's bling'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

'In him resides a fierce lion of an actor who would have made Stanislavsky proud.' 'With Rocky he started with his body, his hair, his clothes; then his walk, his language, the constant listening to Punjabi hip hop and before long we couldn't differentiate between Ranveer and Rocky.'

The Very Best of Soumitra Chatterjee

The Very Best of Soumitra Chatterjee

Rediff.com19 Jan 2015

As Soumitra Chatterjee turns 80 on January 19, we look back at his best movies.

Why Didn't #BoycottBrahmastra Work?

Why Didn't #BoycottBrahmastra Work?

Rediff.com14 Sep 2022

Nobody else needs to boycott Bollywood, they are doing a pretty good job of digging up their own foundation, notes Deepa Gahlot.

I used to reach Film City at 5 am for Mahabharat shoot: Roopa Ganguly

I used to reach Film City at 5 am for Mahabharat shoot: Roopa Ganguly

Rediff.com27 Mar 2022

The 55-year-old actor-turned-politician admitted that due to the hectic schedule of the shooting, she "did not get to watch the series" on television.

'How many of us really know our prime minister?'

'How many of us really know our prime minister?'

Rediff.com31 Oct 2023

'We think we know him because he's written about everyday.' 'But how many of us know him as a person?'

'I must have been Draupadi in my real life'

'I must have been Draupadi in my real life'

Rediff.com16 May 2020

'People gravitate towards me with their problems.'

2023 At The Movies: A Double Take

2023 At The Movies: A Double Take

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

It was a year of so many contradictions and contrasts that it became dangerous to talk about movies, people lost their heads discussing Friday releases, psychiatrists began dabbling in film criticism, and film critics turned into psychiatrists, says Sreehari Nair.

10 Songs That Make Us So Proud Of India

10 Songs That Make Us So Proud Of India

Rediff.com15 Aug 2023

'It's amazing how many different kinds of patriotic songs we have in our country.'

Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani Review: Good Ol' Bollywood

Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani Review: Good Ol' Bollywood

Rediff.com31 Jul 2023

Rocky Aur Rani delivers a king-sized entertainer that blends old charm with fresh ideas. It is a win for Karan Johar whose conviction works big time to satisfying results, asserts Mayur Sanap.