News for 'debutant'

Dhurandhar: Biggest Indian Film Ever!

Dhurandhar: Biggest Indian Film Ever!

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Exactly a year after Pushpa 2 released in theatres, Dhurandhar has made history at the box office.

'Weatherald good enough to play for Australia'

'Weatherald good enough to play for Australia'

Rediff.com28 Dec 2025

Australia batter Travis Head has endorsed Jake Weatherald as an opening partner following the South Australian's rough start as a Test cricketer in the Ashes.

In-form Kiwi pacer Jacob Duffy to make T20 World Cup bow

In-form Kiwi pacer Jacob Duffy to make T20 World Cup bow

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

New Zealand fast bowler Jacob Duffy is set to make his Twenty20 World Cup debut next month after being picked in the 15-member squad led by Mitchell Santner.

Aus Open PIX: Sinner ousts home hope; Djokovic, Swiatek cruise

Aus Open PIX: Sinner ousts home hope; Djokovic, Swiatek cruise

Rediff.com22 Jan 2026

IMAGES from the Australian Open matches played at Melbourne Park in Melbourne on Thursday.

Realme 16 Pro+: Ultra-High 200MP Camera

Realme 16 Pro+: Ultra-High 200MP Camera

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Realme has rolled out its latest premium offerings in the Indian market with the debut of the Realme 16 Pro and Realme 16 Pro+.

Next Gen Phones Arriving In January

Next Gen Phones Arriving In January

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

The new year starts up bringing a wave of fresh new handsets, all set to arrive in January 2026.

India Open: Lakshya watlzes into second round

India Open: Lakshya watlzes into second round

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

India's top men's doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, seeded third, also progressed without taking the court after receiving a walkover from USA's Chen Zhi Yi and Presley Smith.

India-Born Wadia's Explosive Cameo Lights Up BBL

India-Born Wadia's Explosive Cameo Lights Up BBL

Rediff.com28 Dec 2025

Playing in just his second BBL match, Jerrssis Wadia made an instant impact in the Australian Big Bash League, delivering a thrilling cameo for the Adelaide Strikers.

Ranji Trophy: Debutant Pandey shines after Kishan props J'khand

Ranji Trophy: Debutant Pandey shines after Kishan props J'khand

Rediff.com16 Oct 2025

Round up of all the Ranji Trophy action on Thursday

England's Bethell soaking in challenge at No 3

England's Bethell soaking in challenge at No 3

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

'It's a double-edged sword, but I'm enjoying it.'

Ahan Takes Over From Dad Suniel Shetty In Border 2

Ahan Takes Over From Dad Suniel Shetty In Border 2

Rediff.com13 Jan 2026

'When my character died in Border, I felt a strange sense of pride. But today, I sometimes feel that if my character had survived, perhaps I would have been a part of Border 2.'

Mitchell slams century as New Zealand down India to level series

Mitchell slams century as New Zealand down India to level series

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

K L Rahul's unbeaten ton was eclipsed by Daryl Mitchell's splendid 131 not out as New Zealand levelled the three-match series 1-1 with a seven-wicket win in the second ODI.

Golden debut! Samrat Rana shoots his way into history

Golden debut! Samrat Rana shoots his way into history

Rediff.com10 Nov 2025

Young Indian shooter Samrat Rana came up with breathtaking show of marksmanship to clinch the men's 10m air pistol gold and make history at the prestigious ISSF World Championships in Cairo on Monday.

'Filmmakers Need To Be Brave'

'Filmmakers Need To Be Brave'

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

Farhan Akhtar is going the Karan Johar way.

EPL: Arsenal, Liverpool held; United down City

EPL: Arsenal, Liverpool held; United down City

Rediff.com18 Jan 2026

Arsenal took a seven-point lead at the top of the Premier League after a scoreless draw with Nottingham Forest on Saturday.

'Prashant Tamang Was In His Sleep When He Left Us'

'Prashant Tamang Was In His Sleep When He Left Us'

Rediff.com12 Jan 2026

Prashant Tamang's wife Martha Aley shut down all speculation about his sudden death on January 11 by confirming that his death was 'natural' and occurred while he was asleep.

Shalini Dances With Pulkit, Varun...

Shalini Dances With Pulkit, Varun...

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Rahu Ketu is set for the theatrical release on January 16.

Tharnika's Too Cute For...

Tharnika's Too Cute For...

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

Tharnika Rao, who has stepped into the spotlight with her debut film, Kombuseevi, already has a style that feels refreshingly confident.

PIX: Khawaja's Emotional Ashes Farewell

PIX: Khawaja's Emotional Ashes Farewell

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

Usman Khawaja said he was delighted to end his Test career with a victory in the fifth and final Ashes Test against England at Sydney on Thursday.

Is pace sensation Mayank Yadav match-ready?

Is pace sensation Mayank Yadav match-ready?

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

Riyan Parag resumes batting in nets

Mumbai civic polls: BJP to contest 137 seats, Shinde Sena 90

Mumbai civic polls: BJP to contest 137 seats, Shinde Sena 90

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

Ruling allies BJP and Eknath Shinde-led Shiv Sena will contest 137 and 90 seats, respectively, in the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation polls. A seat-sharing pact was revealed by Mumbai BJP president Amit Satam on Monday.

'He has made miraculous turnaround'

'He has made miraculous turnaround'

Rediff.com4 Jan 2026

'He has responded extraordinarily well since coming out of the coma to the point where his family feels it's like some sort of miracle.'

Laura Equals Fastest Fifty Record In Domestic T20s

Laura Equals Fastest Fifty Record In Domestic T20s

Rediff.com28 Dec 2025

Australia's Laura Harris scripted history on Sunday as she became the second woman to smash a half-century in 15 balls in the history of T20 cricket.

India's Noah set for his 7th Desert Odyssey at Dakar

India's Noah set for his 7th Desert Odyssey at Dakar

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

Astride the TVS Sherco RTR 450, now he lines up for his seventh start, proudly carrying the Indian flag.

Sjoerd Marijne returns as India women's hockey coach

Sjoerd Marijne returns as India women's hockey coach

Rediff.com2 Jan 2026

The 51-year-old, who was associated with the Indian women's team from 2017 to 2021, will be supported by Matias Vila as analytical coach.

Why Bethell Credits IPL Stint For Ashes Glory

Why Bethell Credits IPL Stint For Ashes Glory

Rediff.com29 Dec 2025

Young England batter Jacob Bethell said his stint with Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL helped him cope with the pressure of making his Ashes debut at the MCG.

'Keep it simple': Ponting's big advice for Green

'Keep it simple': Ponting's big advice for Green

Rediff.com24 Dec 2025

The legendary Ricky Pointing has advised Australia all-rounder Cameron Green to keep things simple and not over analyse or tinker with his game in order to find the right approach in Tests.

PK, who guided others to victory, meets defeat in debut battle

PK, who guided others to victory, meets defeat in debut battle

Rediff.com14 Nov 2025

Former poll strategist Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj Party fails to win any seats in the Bihar assembly elections, while his prediction about JD(U)'s performance proves inaccurate. The article analyzes Kishor's political journey and future prospects.

'I Can Be A Whacked Out Person'

'I Can Be A Whacked Out Person'

Rediff.com14 Jan 2026

'Had I been launched as a leading actor, it would probably have worked better.' 'Prabhu Devaa came eight years after me. Maybe if a filmmaker had thought of a film for me like the ones he got, my career would have been a different trajectory.'

Not pitch-perfect: Italy carry cricket hopes of soccer nation

Not pitch-perfect: Italy carry cricket hopes of soccer nation

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

Italy are gearing up for their Twenty20 World Cup debut, hoping a strong showing next month will help the sport break into popular culture in a soccer-obsessed nation that does not have a natural cricket pitch.

Sehwag's Son Aaryavir Impresses On Debut

Sehwag's Son Aaryavir Impresses On Debut

Rediff.com28 Aug 2025

Just like his father Virender Sehwag, Aaryavir was in no mood to let the bowlers settle down.

These Ladies Are Ready To Naache Naache!

These Ladies Are Ready To Naache Naache!

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

Prabhas' forthcoming film The RajaSaab is up for release, and the promos in Mumbai kicked off with a song release.

Teen sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi wins PM Bal Puraskar at 14

Teen sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi wins PM Bal Puraskar at 14

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

Vaibhav Suryavanshi was felicitated with the 'Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar' by the President Droupadi Murmu on Friday

Australia get over the line in Sydney for 4-1 Ashes triumph

Australia get over the line in Sydney for 4-1 Ashes triumph

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

Cameron Green and Alex Carey guided Australia to an emphatic five-wicket victory against England, to claim the series 4-1, on Day 5 of the fifth Ashes Test on Thursday.

The Best Hindi 25 Films In 25 Years

The Best Hindi 25 Films In 25 Years

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Over 25 years, societies evolve and tastes change. Cinema absorbs and reflects this transformation. Picking only 25 films from the first quarter of the century is tough.

How astrologer dad shaped Vaishnavi's cricket dream

How astrologer dad shaped Vaishnavi's cricket dream

Rediff.com9 Jan 2026

Long before Vaishnavi Sharma picked up a cricket ball, she says her future as a cricketer was known to her astrologer father, Narendra Sharma.

PIX: Toney brace sinks Ronaldo's Al Nassr; Milan go top

PIX: Toney brace sinks Ronaldo's Al Nassr; Milan go top

Rediff.com3 Jan 2026

Al-Nassr top the standings and are two points clear of second-placed Al-Hilal. Al-Ahli are fourth on 25 points.

Ikkis Screening: Sunny Deol Gets Tearful

Ikkis Screening: Sunny Deol Gets Tearful

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

Sunny Deol hosted a special screening for Ikkis, his father Dharmendra's last film, on Monday.

2025's A to Z OF ENTERTAINMENT

2025's A to Z OF ENTERTAINMENT

Rediff.com26 Dec 2025

As the year draws to a close, Rediff's Senior Contributor Roshmila Bhattacharya takes a look at the hits and misses, the highs and lows, the newsmakers and the dealbreakers in alphabetical order.

Harmanpreet has another 4-5 years of cricket left in her: Jhulan

Harmanpreet has another 4-5 years of cricket left in her: Jhulan

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Harman's record as captain untouchable, she has another 4-5 years to offer: Jhulan Goswami