News for 'comics'

'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.'

The 7 Best Bachchan Bromances

The 7 Best Bachchan Bromances

Rediff.com14 Oct 2025

While Amitabh Bachchan's chemistry with his heroines -- from Jaya Bhaduri to Rekha to Hema Malini -- brought sizzle to his films, many of his biggest blockbusters have been powered by his combustible combination with male co-stars.

Superman Review: Exhilarating But Exhausting

Superman Review: Exhilarating But Exhausting

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

This Superman likes a cuppa of hot cocoa, trusts people around him quite easily, gets hurt by social media trolls (the '#Supershit' particularly irks him), and admits to 'screwing up' all the time, discovers Mayur Sanap.

The Man Who Directed 5 Superstars

The Man Who Directed 5 Superstars

Rediff.com15 Oct 2025

Dinesh Raheja charts the highs and lows of Hrishikesh Mukherjee's creative association with five megastars -- Amitabh Bachchan, Rajesh Khanna, Raj Kapoor, Dilip Kumar and Dharmendra.

'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.'

Kantara: A Legend Chapter-1: Awe And Wonder

Kantara: A Legend Chapter-1: Awe And Wonder

Rediff.com2 Oct 2025

Rishab Shetty's Kantara Chapter 1 is an ambitious, bold update of the ideas of the first film in a much bigger canvas, discovers Arjun Menon.

Nishaanchi Review: Wasseypur Lite

Nishaanchi Review: Wasseypur Lite

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

While Nishaanchi is not a homerun for Kashyap, there's enough joy in this audience pleaser, notes Mayur Sanap.

Enjoy Your Date With The Girlfriend On OTT

Enjoy Your Date With The Girlfriend On OTT

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

Catch the blockbuster Saiyaara on OTT this week along with Rajinikanth's action-packed, Coolie.

Why Bharatiya Rail Will Always Have My Heart

Why Bharatiya Rail Will Always Have My Heart

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

Indian trains remain the greatest connecters linking hearts to the last mile.

Vir Das Wants You To Listen To The Sounds Of India

Vir Das Wants You To Listen To The Sounds Of India

Rediff.com16 Sep 2025

'When you miss India, you'll hear it before you see it. That's really where the idea started.' 'If you ever go to your terrace at night in India, you'll hear sounds from everywhere.' 'That feeling of hearing home in your head when you're far away... that's the soul of the show.'

'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.

What Janhvi Wants In Her Man

What Janhvi Wants In Her Man

Rediff.com15 Sep 2025

And it's not what you expect!

Watch Keerthy's Graveyard Troubles On OTT

Watch Keerthy's Graveyard Troubles On OTT

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

Plenty of adrenaline-packed action to catch on OTT this week.

'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".'

Kunal Kamra, Sena-UBT leader to get privilege notices over Shinde remarks

Kunal Kamra, Sena-UBT leader to get privilege notices over Shinde remarks

Rediff.com8 Jul 2025

The privileges committee of the Maharashtra legislature will issue a show cause notice to stand-up comic Kunal Kamra for his remarks against Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sushma Andhare will also receive a notice.

Niharika NM Is A Firecracker

Niharika NM Is A Firecracker

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

She doesn't just wear outfits -- she injects personality into every look.

Spider-Punk, Barbie, Batman At Comic-Con

Spider-Punk, Barbie, Batman At Comic-Con

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

Scenes from Comic-Con International in San Diego.

Andhera Review: Absurd

Andhera Review: Absurd

Rediff.com14 Aug 2025

It is sporadically chilling but the disparate elements take forever to come together, notes Deepa Gahlot.

SC denies FoE cover to influencers for commercial speech

SC denies FoE cover to influencers for commercial speech

Rediff.com25 Aug 2025

Commercial and prohibited speeches are not covered under fundamental rights, the Supreme Court on Monday said as it asked five social media influencers, including India's Got Latent host Samay Raina, to display their unconditional apology in their podcasts or shows for ridiculing persons with disabilities and rare genetic disorders.

Wrestling legend Hulk Hogan dies at 71

Wrestling legend Hulk Hogan dies at 71

Rediff.com24 Jul 2025

Hulk Hogan, who helped turn pro wrestling into billion-dollar spectacle, dies at 71

Thalaivan Thalaivi Review: Melodramatic

Thalaivan Thalaivi Review: Melodramatic

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

Vijay Sethupathi and Nithya Menen's electrifying performances hold Thalaivan Thalaivii together, notes Arjun Menon.

Why Apoorva Mukhija Will Rock The Traitors

Why Apoorva Mukhija Will Rock The Traitors

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Apoorva Mukhija aka The Rebel Kid is perfect for a reality game show like The Traitors.

The Painter Who Made A Blockbuster Movie

The Painter Who Made A Blockbuster Movie

Rediff.com11 Sep 2025

'Story-telling is at the core of everything I do.'

Comic Con Comes To Manhattan

Comic Con Comes To Manhattan

Rediff.com10 Oct 2022

Scenes from the 2022 New York Comic Con.

When Comic Characters Came To Life...

When Comic Characters Came To Life...

Rediff.com21 Nov 2022

Comic Con India resumed after a two-year COVID-19 break.

Son of Sardaar 2 Review: Tiring Buffoonery

Son of Sardaar 2 Review: Tiring Buffoonery

Rediff.com1 Aug 2025

The jokes don't land. The one-liners fall flat. And worse, nobody from the well-stacked cast looks like they are having fun, observes Mayur Sanap.

The Power Siblings Of Bollywood

The Power Siblings Of Bollywood

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

The bond between Bollywood's siblings is there for all to see. While some may not not worked together, they promote and support each other just as strongly.

At 59, Shah Rukh Wins 1st National Award

At 59, Shah Rukh Wins 1st National Award

Rediff.com2 Aug 2025

Shah Rukh Khan won his first National Film Award for best actor for Jawan, sharing the honour with Vikrant Massey for 12th Fail. Rani Mukerji was named best actress for Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway. 12th Fail was adjudged best feature film.

Kriti, Kartik Win Big At Zee Cine Awards

Kriti, Kartik Win Big At Zee Cine Awards

Rediff.com19 May 2025

Check out the winners at the Zee Cine Awards.

The Alaska Fiasco: Lessons For India

The Alaska Fiasco: Lessons For India

Rediff.com16 Aug 2025

The point to note for India is that we must not panic. The United States may be our largest export destination, but high tariffs will not exactly mean gloom and doom. Sure, we can throw some morsels as we continue negotiating, but we must be firm that some red lines cannot be crossed, no matter what, asserts Shreekant Sambrani.

SC allows Ranveer Allahbadia to get back passport

SC allows Ranveer Allahbadia to get back passport

Rediff.com28 Apr 2025

The Supreme Court has allowed podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia to travel abroad after the Assam and Maharashtra governments said the investigation against him was complete. Allahbadia, known as BeerBiceps, was booked for his comments on parents and sex on comic Samay Raina's YouTube show "India's Got Latent".

Salman Sizzles In Shirtless Pictures

Salman Sizzles In Shirtless Pictures

Rediff.com29 Apr 2025

He may be turning 60 this year but Salman Khan is still a poster boy for thirst trap pictures.

'Mr & Mrs 55 Was Better Than Pyaasa, Kaagaz Ke Phool, Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam'

'Mr & Mrs 55 Was Better Than Pyaasa, Kaagaz Ke Phool, Sahib Bibi Aur Ghulam'

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

'Mr & Mrs 55 was breezy, romantic and so Hollywood.'

The 10 Coolest Cosplayers From The Con

The 10 Coolest Cosplayers From The Con

Rediff.com15 Apr 2025

The cosplay at the Mumbai Comic Con 2025 is A-M-A-Z-I-N-G.

Mumbai police issue second summons to Kamra in Shinde remark case

Mumbai police issue second summons to Kamra in Shinde remark case

Rediff.com27 Mar 2025

Stand-up comedian Kunal Kamra has been issued a second notice by Mumbai police to appear for questioning in a defamation case filed against him for allegedly making derogatory remarks against Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde. The case was filed based on a complaint by Shiv Sena MLA Murji Patel, who accused Kamra of making defamatory statements during a recent show. Kamra's show had sparked controversy with his satirical comments about Shinde's political career and the 2022 rebellion that brought down the MVA government. The notice comes after the police had issued a previous notice to Kamra on Tuesday and sought his presence. Following the first notice, sources said Kamra had requested a week's time to appear before the police.

Wanted: A Safe Seat For Superstar Vijay

Wanted: A Safe Seat For Superstar Vijay

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

This is important because he is to be seen as a sure winner before criss-crossing the state to campaign for candidates of the party or an alliance, highlights N Sathiya Moorthy.

Ranveer Allahbadia, Apoorva Makhija questioned by NCW

Ranveer Allahbadia, Apoorva Makhija questioned by NCW

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

Social media personalities Ranveer Allahbadia and Apoorva Mukhija appeared before the National Commission for Women over derogatory remarks made on comic Samay Raina's show "India's Got Latent." Producers of the show, Saurabh Bothra and Tushar Poojari, as well as lawyers representing comic Jaspreet Singh and YouTuber Ashish Chanchlani, also appeared before the commission. The NCW had summoned them after taking serious note of the vulgar and offensive remarks made on the show. Several FIRs were lodged against Allahbadia for comments on parents and sex, though the Supreme Court has granted him interim protection from arrest.

Will maintain decency in shows, podcaster Allahbadia tells SC

Will maintain decency in shows, podcaster Allahbadia tells SC

Rediff.com1 Apr 2025

Podcaster Ranveer Allahbadia has filed an undertaking in the Supreme Court stating he will maintain decency in his shows. The undertaking was filed after the court allowed him to resume his podcast "The Ranveer Show" on March 3, subject to maintaining "morality and decency." Allahbadia, popularly known as BeerBiceps, was booked for his comments on parents and sex on comic Samay Raina's YouTube show "India's Got Latent." The Supreme Court previously called his comments "vulgar" and said he had a "dirty mind" which put society to shame.

'Rather check into a mental hospital': Kunal Kamra gets 'Bigg Boss' offer

'Rather check into a mental hospital': Kunal Kamra gets 'Bigg Boss' offer

Rediff.com9 Apr 2025

Comedian Kunal Kamra has revealed that he was approached to be a contestant on the reality show "Bigg Boss", but he declined the offer. Kamra, known for his anti-establishment views, is currently facing multiple FIRs for his comments and has been embroiled in controversy over his recent stand-up show "Naya Bharat". He shared a screenshot of a WhatsApp conversation with someone claiming to be handling casting for the show, where he stated that he would "much rather check into a mental hospital" than participate. It remains unclear whether the offer was for the 19th season of "Bigg Boss" or the fourth season of its OTT version.

'At 70, I'm Excited To Kick Off My 3rd Innings'

'At 70, I'm Excited To Kick Off My 3rd Innings'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2025

'Even if I had the backing of a big corporate house, which I don't, in today's market, I wouldn't want the responsibility of making a Rs 300 crore-Rs 400 crore film.'