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Duleep Trophy: Whom are these fans supporting?

Duleep Trophy: Whom are these fans supporting?

Rediff.com5 Sep 2024

Rahul, who was dropped in the middle of England Test series held earlier this year, will be looking to make a comeback in the Indian Test set-up with the two-match Test series against Bangladesh, starting September 19.

Where You Can Watch Kalki On OTT

Where You Can Watch Kalki On OTT

Rediff.com23 Aug 2024

Angry young men (and old) dominate the OTT this week. Take your pick.

Kerala forms police team to probe sexual abuse of women in film industry

Kerala forms police team to probe sexual abuse of women in film industry

Rediff.com25 Aug 2024

The chief minister's office said the special team will be headed by IG Sparjan Kumar and will include four senior women IPS officers of the state.

An Intimate Video Is All Set To Release In Theatres!

An Intimate Video Is All Set To Release In Theatres!

Rediff.com3 Oct 2024

Bollywood seems to have ignored the month of September, with only two Hindi releases coming up in theatres. But cine-goers need not worry, as Hollywood and south cinema makes up for it.

Alia Is Worth It!

Alia Is Worth It!

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

Kareena is off to work... Raashii shares a picture from the sets...Rajkummar is grateful...

Police register rape case against Malayalam actor Sidhique

Police register rape case against Malayalam actor Sidhique

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

A rape case has been registered against Malayalam actor Sidhique following a female actor's allegation that he sexually assaulted her in 2016, the police said on Wednesday.

'I Am Not So Bad In My Real Life'

'I Am Not So Bad In My Real Life'

Rediff.com13 Aug 2024

'My mother puts up with me beating everybody up through the film but before the film comes to an end, she stops it. She is like, "I know what's happening next, I don't want to watch".'

'I Have Ideas For Two Sequels For Andaz Apna Apna'

'I Have Ideas For Two Sequels For Andaz Apna Apna'

Rediff.com5 Nov 2024

'I may not have accrued a large bank balance, but I think I've earned something far valuable. Respect.' 'That's what Andaz Apna Apna brought me, and I wouldn't exchange that respect for any amount of money in the world.'

8 Times You Couldn't Look Away From Zeenat Aman

8 Times You Couldn't Look Away From Zeenat Aman

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

Zeenat Aman had scored more hit songs than any of her contemporaries. This can be attributed partly to happenstance and partly to the fact that her forte for high glamour could be showcased most winningly in a crowd-pleasing number, observes Dinesh Raheja.

Review: Vettaiyan Is Massy And How!

Review: Vettaiyan Is Massy And How!

Rediff.com10 Oct 2024

Despite its minor flaws, lack of logic, and lecture-style moral narrative, Vettaiyan should be enjoyed in a theatre amid Rajini fans and their wolf whistles, endorses Divya Nair.

Amaran Review: A Different Army Movie

Amaran Review: A Different Army Movie

Rediff.com1 Nov 2024

Amaran is effective as a intimate, well researched piece of storytelling but does not try to break any new ground, observes Arjun Menon.

Anthony Quinn And The Kashmiri Anger

Anthony Quinn And The Kashmiri Anger

Rediff.com13 Sep 2024

'We called him Sher-e-Kashmir but we realised he was no lion but a pussycat who surrendered.'

MeToo in Mollywood: Director Ranjith booked for 'raping' male actor

MeToo in Mollywood: Director Ranjith booked for 'raping' male actor

Rediff.com31 Aug 2024

A second case for a sexual offence has been registered against director Ranjith on a complaint by a male actor in Kozhikode, police said on Saturday.

'Ek Baar Dekh Lo, Phir Discuss Karte Hain'

'Ek Baar Dekh Lo, Phir Discuss Karte Hain'

Rediff.com14 Nov 2024

'Whatever you do will spark controversies, so it is best do what your heart tells you to do. Simple.'

Why Jr NTR Is 'Very Nervous'

Why Jr NTR Is 'Very Nervous'

Rediff.com11 Sep 2024

After the blazing success of RRR two years ago, southern superstar Jr NTR returns to the silver screen with his new pan-India star vehicle, Devara.

Debutant Mayank heeds Gambhir's advice

Debutant Mayank heeds Gambhir's advice

Rediff.com7 Oct 2024

'The time during my injury was really difficult because I had to go through many phases in the last four months, witnessing ups and downs.'

Aattam: The Play Wins Top National Award

Aattam: The Play Wins Top National Award

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

Sooraj R Barjatya was judged Best Director for the Hindi movie Uunchai at the National Film Awards.

Is It Finis For Kohli, Rohit?

Is It Finis For Kohli, Rohit?

Rediff.com4 Nov 2024

Kohli, once dismissing bowlers with ease, now struggles to stay at the crease, while Rohit, a guide for younger players, finds himself confronting his own form.

Will Kareena Solve Buckingham Murders?

Will Kareena Solve Buckingham Murders?

Rediff.com4 Sep 2024

With The Buckingham Murders, Kareena Kapoor seems to have found an ideal vessel to channel her newfound ambitions at this juncture of her career, observes Mayur Sanap.

Do Patti Review: One By Two

Do Patti Review: One By Two

Rediff.com25 Oct 2024

Do Patti gives in to its basest impulses, but collapses like a house of cards when it aims to be clever, notes Sukanya Verma.

'We Lost So Many Things In This War'

'We Lost So Many Things In This War'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2024

'The war ended in 2009 and I believe the new generation of Tamils don't know what was going on there.' 'I felt it was my duty to tell our story.' 'Since 2009, it seems like we are sleeping.'

What Makes Andaz Apna Apna Such Fun Even Today

What Makes Andaz Apna Apna Such Fun Even Today

Rediff.com8 Nov 2024

Andaz Apna Apna is practically the most quoted film since Sholay, observes Sukanya Verma, as she celebrates 30 years of this cult classic movie.

'India In 1947 Was Like A Ticking Time Bomb'

'India In 1947 Was Like A Ticking Time Bomb'

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

'When you watch Freedom At Midnight, I want you to feel like you are sitting on a ticking time bomb.'

Can Akshay Kumar Save Hindi Cinema?

Can Akshay Kumar Save Hindi Cinema?

Rediff.com20 Oct 2021

'If Sooryavanshi doesn't bring back the audience, nothing will.'

GOAT Review: No Logic Here

GOAT Review: No Logic Here

Rediff.com6 Sep 2024

Divya Nair recommends that non-Vijay fans save their money and wait for GOAT to drop on Netflix instead. At least you can fast forward and get to the climax faster.

Are You Ready For Nimrat, Niyati, Aditi?

Are You Ready For Nimrat, Niyati, Aditi?

Rediff.com23 Jul 2024

After displaying their sense of adventure and fear factor in Romania where the show was shot, the Khatron Ke Khiladi 14 contestants have returned to India.

Yudhra Trailer: Siddhant in Carnage Mode

Yudhra Trailer: Siddhant in Carnage Mode

Rediff.com30 Aug 2024

Will Yudhra spin the formula and bring something new to this already trite genre, wonders Mayur Sanap.

'Victim Might Be A Stranger But She Needs Our Support'

'Victim Might Be A Stranger But She Needs Our Support'

Rediff.com28 Aug 2024

'Abuse, asking for sexual favours, and expecting women to compromise to gain a foothold or accelerate their careers exist in every field. Why is a woman alone expected to go through the grind?'

When Karan Johar Fainted Directing Mr Bachchan

When Karan Johar Fainted Directing Mr Bachchan

Rediff.com11 Oct 2024

'It must have been the nervous excitement of shooting with THE Amitabh Bachchan. I had kept tossing and turning all night. The next morning, I promptly fainted in my choreographer Farah Khan's arms. When I came round, I heard Amitji saying, 'Please don't faint. I promise I'll dance well.''

Look Who Surprised Sindhu In Paris!

Look Who Surprised Sindhu In Paris!

Rediff.com30 Jul 2024

'The loveliest surprise at the Olympics was having Chiru Uncle and the whole family, including the sweetest Kaara, for my first match in Paris'.

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.

'I Smiled Each Time Amitabh Slipped'

'I Smiled Each Time Amitabh Slipped'

Rediff.com14 Oct 2024

Rajesh Khanna: 'When I saw Namak Haram at a trial at Liberty cinema, I knew my time was up.' I told Hrishida, "Here is the superstar of tomorrow".'

Like Tabu's Look In Dune: Prophecy? VOTE!

Like Tabu's Look In Dune: Prophecy? VOTE!

Rediff.com19 Jul 2024

The second teaser of the international series Dune: Prophecy is out and it has our very own Tabu looking very intense.

Ready For The Tribe?

Ready For The Tribe?

Rediff.com4 Oct 2024

From Vijay saving the day yet again to Vikramaditya Motwane's latest offering, here's everything you can watch on OTT this week.

Assault case filed against director Ranjith, 4 actors under cloud

Assault case filed against director Ranjith, 4 actors under cloud

Rediff.com26 Aug 2024

The fallout from the Justice K Hema Committee report on harassment and abuse in the Malayalam film industry intensified on Monday as a case was filed against well-known filmmaker Ranjith, and several female actors stepped forward with disturbing accounts of the mistreatment they faced at the hands of their various male counterparts.

President Comforts Emotional Manasi Parekh

President Comforts Emotional Manasi Parekh

Rediff.com8 Oct 2024

The actress got emotional as she accepts the award for Best Actress for her Gujarati film, Kutch Express.

Who can fill Pujara's shoes ahead of Australia Tour?

Who can fill Pujara's shoes ahead of Australia Tour?

Rediff.com26 Sep 2024

Hanuma Vihari, part of India's back to back series wins in Australia, reckons the services of veteran batter Cheteshwar Pujara will be be dearly missed when the team aims for a hat-trick Down Under later this year.

HC relief for CPM MLA Mukesh in rape case; party defends actor

HC relief for CPM MLA Mukesh in rape case; party defends actor

Rediff.com29 Aug 2024

As pressure mounted, the CPI-M-led Left Democratic Front seemed to be supporting Mukesh, taking a cautious wait-and-watch stance.

'The CGI Was Very Challenging Because Nothing Like That Has Been Done Here'

'The CGI Was Very Challenging Because Nothing Like That Has Been Done Here'

Rediff.com7 Jun 2024

'Not many films have a reference to a creature who talks, emotes, acts in a film. And Munjya is doing all of it.

'I'd Love To Romance Rekha Ma'am'

'I'd Love To Romance Rekha Ma'am'

Rediff.com1 Oct 2024

'Romance not in a physical manner maybe, but, you know, where you are just sharing dialogues and looking at each other and conversations are happening.'