News for 'film censor board'

'We don't define our heroes in the same manner we used to'

'We don't define our heroes in the same manner we used to'

Rediff.com8 Jun 2016

Vidya Balan gets candid about her films but dodges question on censor board!

Ensure 'Padmavati' is not released without 'necessary' changes: Raje urges Irani

Ensure 'Padmavati' is not released without 'necessary' changes: Raje urges Irani

Rediff.com18 Nov 2017

The Karni Sena had alleged distortion of historical facts in the period drama starring Padukone, Shahid Kapur and Ranveer Singh.

'No one was talking about drug abuse in our cinema'

'No one was talking about drug abuse in our cinema'

Rediff.com24 Jun 2016

Abhishek Chaubey talks about Udta Punjab, his actors and how the drug-themed film happened.

'Homophobia in Bollywood will now have to end'

'Homophobia in Bollywood will now have to end'

Rediff.com6 Sep 2018

'People who were afraid to come out in the fear of losing their reputation will now do so fearlessly.'

Padmaavat producers move SC against ban by various states

Padmaavat producers move SC against ban by various states

Rediff.com17 Jan 2018

Rajasthan, Haryana, Gujarat and Madhya Pradesh have banned the movie citing law and order issues.

Mental Hai Kya must change its title!

Mental Hai Kya must change its title!

Rediff.com27 Apr 2019

The recently released poster Mental Hai Kya is like an abuse aimed at those who are fighting a disorder that demands support and social understanding, says Tarun Vijay, the former BJP MP.

Pahlaj Nihalani on Udta Punjab row: It's not a personal decision

Pahlaj Nihalani on Udta Punjab row: It's not a personal decision

Rediff.com10 Jun 2016

Pahlaj Nihalani tries to downplay his role in the Udta Punjab controversy.

'Jadavpur University hub of anti-nationals'

'Jadavpur University hub of anti-nationals'

Rediff.com7 May 2016

"Student unrest has become a common phenomenon in JU. The trend of CPI-M and Left-backed student unions of JU has been to stop anything that is against their ideology, which is totally against the country's democratic set up. We condemn it," state BJP chief Dilip Ghosh said.

Behind the scenes: To 'Modi Kaka', with love

Behind the scenes: To 'Modi Kaka', with love

Rediff.com19 Nov 2015

A behind-the-scenes from the short film, of which we are fairly confident will win a peace prize or five.

Sarkar row 'comes to an end' as 'objectionable' scenes deleted

Sarkar row 'comes to an end' as 'objectionable' scenes deleted

Rediff.com10 Nov 2018

Madras high court on Friday restrained the police from arresting the film's director A R Murugadoss till November 27.

'Finally, Udta Punjab will fly!'

'Finally, Udta Punjab will fly!'

Rediff.com13 Jun 2016

The top posts on social media from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

Udta Punjab's producers are 'stuck'

Udta Punjab's producers are 'stuck'

Rediff.com9 Jun 2016

The film is set to release next Friday, June 17, but the makers of Udta Punjab are busy fighting the censor board.

What Shah Rukh does on his day off!

What Shah Rukh does on his day off!

Rediff.com17 Jul 2015

A look at the top tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

Nothing offensive in PK, says Delhi High Court

Nothing offensive in PK, says Delhi High Court

Rediff.com7 Jan 2015

'You cannot take offence at everything,' the bench said.

Anurag Kashyap, making his own rules

Anurag Kashyap, making his own rules

Rediff.com23 Jun 2016

There is something about Anurag Kashyap that puts the cinema watchdogs on alert, says Veenu Sandhu.

Dear Woody Allen, thank you for standing up for SMOKING

Dear Woody Allen, thank you for standing up for SMOKING

Rediff.com7 Oct 2013

Woody Allen, I salute you for taking a position against the anti-smoking messages in theatres, writes Aseem Chhabra.

National Awards; Rajini humble; Kangana thrilled

National Awards; Rajini humble; Kangana thrilled

Rediff.com25 Oct 2021

'We should focus on creating cinema which is entertaining, gives us solace, some message, reduces our tension and makes us think positively.'

'After Indira Gandhi's assassination, it wasn't riots, it was a massacre'

'After Indira Gandhi's assassination, it wasn't riots, it was a massacre'

Rediff.com20 Oct 2016

'People, who were killed, didn't even know why they were being killed.' 'Because a couple of Sikhs assassinated Indira Gandhi, the whole community had to pay for it.'

'I want The Kerala Story to be the scariest horror story one had seen'

'I want The Kerala Story to be the scariest horror story one had seen'

Rediff.com18 May 2023

'Everyone is entitled to their opinion because we live in a country like India and not a place where Shalini is taken, where forget having an opinion, women can't even talk to their family on the phone.'

Dera chief's 'Messenger of God' WILL release today

Dera chief's 'Messenger of God' WILL release today

Rediff.com16 Jan 2015

The release of the movie was cleared by the Film Certification Appellate Tribunal.

Abhishek, Aishwarya shoot for Jazbaa

Abhishek, Aishwarya shoot for Jazbaa

Rediff.com1 Apr 2015

A look at the top tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

'The next Cannes is in India'

'The next Cannes is in India'

Rediff.com18 May 2022

'We are the land of stories.'

From beef to James Bond's kiss, 2015 was the year of bans

From beef to James Bond's kiss, 2015 was the year of bans

Rediff.com29 Dec 2015

'The desire to force others to act according to the way we want the world to be is strong in our parts. This is particularly so because we have not fully internalised the idea of individual liberties. The fact is that our moralism will get us into trouble,' says Aakar Patel.

Bollywood's TOP 10 Horror Comedies

Bollywood's TOP 10 Horror Comedies

Rediff.com5 Mar 2021

Joginder Tueja looks at horror comedies gone by and how they have fared at the box office.

When Modi was the supporting actor to Salman's Prem

When Modi was the supporting actor to Salman's Prem

Rediff.com13 Nov 2015

A six-minute video of the PM directed by Central Board of Film Certification chief Pahlaj Nihalani is being played during the interval of Salman's Sooraj Barjatya-directed film, Prem Ratan Dhan Payo in cinemas across the country.

Padmavati row: SC dismisses plea to delete 'objectionable' scenes

Padmavati row: SC dismisses plea to delete 'objectionable' scenes

Rediff.com20 Nov 2017

A bench headed by Chief Justice Dipak Misra was informed that the film has not yet received the certification from the Central Board of Film Certification.

'To win the World Cup you need lots of luck'

'To win the World Cup you need lots of luck'

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

'Given that they are playing at home and will have full crowd support, India, who are in peak form and whose morale is high, will be the favourites.'

Rajinikanth's Kabali to release on July 22?

Rajinikanth's Kabali to release on July 22?

Rediff.com11 Jul 2016

RajniSir's latest film is expected to hit nearly 5,000 screens worldwide and will release in four languages.

Bill on uniform civil code not listed for monsoon session of Parliament

Bill on uniform civil code not listed for monsoon session of Parliament

Rediff.com13 Jul 2023

The government on Thursday listed bills on personal data protection, to amend forest conservation laws and on the contentious ordinance on Delhi services for the monsoon session of Parliament beginning next week.

'Forget 50, I don't feel like 40! I have still not reached 22'

'Forget 50, I don't feel like 40! I have still not reached 22'

Rediff.com13 Mar 2015

'When I see someone I think of them as aunty and uncle. I forget I am the same age, because in my mind I am still 18.' Aamir Khan gets ready for his milestone birthday.

Bhansali equally guilty as those threatening him: Yogi

Bhansali equally guilty as those threatening him: Yogi

Rediff.com21 Nov 2017

'No one has the right to take the law into their hands whether it is Sanjay Leela Bhansali or anyone else,' Adityanath said.

Oppenheimer's Controversial Sex Scene To Be Removed

Oppenheimer's Controversial Sex Scene To Be Removed

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

One of its lovemaking sequences, featuring the film's leading man Cillian Murphy and Florence Pugh, has triggered off an uproar.

Dera chief Ram Rahim delays 'Messenger of God' premier

Dera chief Ram Rahim delays 'Messenger of God' premier

Rediff.com16 Jan 2015

Dera Saccha Sauda sect chief Gurmeet Ram Rahim Singh on Friday deferred a premiere of his controversial film "Messenger of God" in which he claims he has not tried to project himself as God or hurt any religious sentiments.

After Pakistan, UAE bans Bangistan

After Pakistan, UAE bans Bangistan

Rediff.com6 Aug 2015

A look at the top tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

2018's TOP 15 Indian films

2018's TOP 15 Indian films

Rediff.com28 Dec 2018

Aseem Chhabra looks at the year's best Non-Hindi Indian movies.

First look: Emraan Hashmi as Mohammad Azharuddin

First look: Emraan Hashmi as Mohammad Azharuddin

Rediff.com8 Feb 2016

The top posts on social media from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

Why Pahlaj Nihalani is angry about IIFA

Why Pahlaj Nihalani is angry about IIFA

Rediff.com19 Jul 2017

'Foreign exchange is being squandered.' 'Every top star is given tickets for his spouse, children, parents, ayahs, bodyguards, friends, friends of friends...' 'I've heard stars are even given shopping money.' 'Who is paying for all this?'

Alia Bhatt sizzles in Dabboo Ratnani's calendar

Alia Bhatt sizzles in Dabboo Ratnani's calendar

Rediff.com7 Jan 2015

A look at the top tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

This is blackmail: Anurag Kashyap on Udta Punjab row

This is blackmail: Anurag Kashyap on Udta Punjab row

Rediff.com9 Jun 2016

The Bombay Velvet director said Pahlaj Nihalani has been lying and pressuring them to delay the release of the film, slated to hit theatres on June 17.

Ashoke Pandit: Many filmmakers agree with me on condemning AIB show

Ashoke Pandit: Many filmmakers agree with me on condemning AIB show

Rediff.com5 Feb 2015

Pandit, who has been appointed in the revamped Censor Board, tries to justify himself.