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Big Girls Don't Cry Review: Watchable

Big Girls Don't Cry Review: Watchable

Rediff.com14 Mar 2024

Big Girls Don't Cry is too solemn to be fun and too timid to be truly bold, feels Deepa Gahlot.

Salman, Kareena, Bachchans condole with Ajay Devgn, Kajol

Salman, Kareena, Bachchans condole with Ajay Devgn, Kajol

Rediff.com31 May 2019

The prayer service for Veeruji, who passed into the ages on May 27, was held at ISKCON, in Juhu, north west Mumbai.

John Abraham: No need for anyone to get offended by Madras Cafe

John Abraham: No need for anyone to get offended by Madras Cafe

Rediff.com22 Aug 2013

John Abraham clears his stand and tells us why Madras Cafe must not fall victim to political protests.

No screening of Bajirao Mastani in Pune: BJP MLA

No screening of Bajirao Mastani in Pune: BJP MLA

Rediff.com18 Dec 2015

'The way they have showed Bajirao dancing in the song Malhari Malhari -- this is not the way to depict history.'

'I enjoy direction more than acting'

'I enjoy direction more than acting'

Rediff.com15 Oct 2014

Kannada director Suryakiran talks about making his acting debut in Usiriginta... Neene Hattira.

SC rejects plea to stall release of PM Modi biopic

SC rejects plea to stall release of PM Modi biopic

Rediff.com9 Apr 2019

It said even if the film is released on April 11, as claimed by the Congress activist, it will be appropriate for him to seek a redressal from the Election Commission.

Kalki Koechlin takes Margarita to Toronto

Kalki Koechlin takes Margarita to Toronto

Rediff.com8 Sep 2014

Margarita With A Straw was screened on Sunday at the ongoing Toronto International Film Festival.

Why is Sanjay Leela Bhansali being targeted?

Why is Sanjay Leela Bhansali being targeted?

Rediff.com31 Jan 2017

'The film industry will remain soft targets and continue to be picked upon with no respite, with no choice but to give in due to personal safety and financial compulsions,' says director Suparn Verma.

When Dilip Kumar met Vajpayee...

When Dilip Kumar met Vajpayee...

Rediff.com8 Jul 2021

It is to Vajpayee's credit that he told Dilip Kumar to ignore Thackeray and to follow his own conscience. But the episode -- as indeed, the manner in which Dilip Kumar has been made to pay for being a Muslim throughout his life -- shames us all as Indians, says Vir Sanghvi.

Rajasthan will not screen Padmavat, even after CBFC clearance

Rajasthan will not screen Padmavat, even after CBFC clearance

Rediff.com8 Jan 2018

'The sacrifice made by Queen Padmini is a matter of pride for the state,' Raje said.

Sonam Kapoor, in holiday mood!

Sonam Kapoor, in holiday mood!

Rediff.com29 Dec 2015

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

10 Times Controversies HELPED Bollywood

10 Times Controversies HELPED Bollywood

Rediff.com27 Aug 2020

Joginder Tuteja looks at movies that did well despite controversy.

The Tandav Ruckus and its OTT FALLOUT

The Tandav Ruckus and its OTT FALLOUT

Rediff.com9 Feb 2021

The price for pushing the envelope beyond the comfort zone that the land of storytelling is used to is a hefty one, observes Meghna Chadha.

Riteish Deshmukh launches Marathi Filmfare awards

Riteish Deshmukh launches Marathi Filmfare awards

Rediff.com29 Oct 2015

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

Get ready to make money with Shah Rukh Khan!

Get ready to make money with Shah Rukh Khan!

Rediff.com25 Feb 2015

'India Poochega Sabse Shaana Kaun is a light, happy and breezy show that makes you win money,' Shah Rukh Khan tells us.

After UP, Gujarat, Bihar's Nitish joins anti-Padmavati chorus

After UP, Gujarat, Bihar's Nitish joins anti-Padmavati chorus

Rediff.com28 Nov 2017

The chief minister said he was not in favour of the movie's release until its producer, director and all those who are associated with it offer a clarification putting the controversy to rest.

Review: Watch Angry Indian Goddesses for its terrific leading ladies

Review: Watch Angry Indian Goddesses for its terrific leading ladies

Rediff.com4 Dec 2015

It's so good to see a film that revels in womanhood, says Sukanya Verma.

'I am still waiting for Manoj Bajpayee's career to start'

'I am still waiting for Manoj Bajpayee's career to start'

Rediff.com18 Jul 2016

'Apart from Satya -- which was a very good film -- Manoj Bajpayee has not featured in any hit in the 10-12 years of his career. Who is he to talk about my career? He should worry about his own.' CBFC chief Pahlaj Nihalani lashes out.

3 cheers for Kangana!

3 cheers for Kangana!

Rediff.com5 May 2016

'It was only to be expected that she would grace the national awards function in her distinctive style.' 'For her admirers, the flouting of norms was in character because she has made her mark in highly competitive Bollywood on her own terms,' says Amulya Ganguli.

Shah Rukh, Amitabh, Katrina at Sridevi's funeral

Shah Rukh, Amitabh, Katrina at Sridevi's funeral

Rediff.com28 Feb 2018

Boney Kapoor performed the last rites with his daughters Janhvi and Khushi by his side.

Krrish 3 to have biggest ever release after Chennai Express, Besharam

Krrish 3 to have biggest ever release after Chennai Express, Besharam

Rediff.com17 Oct 2013

The film hits screens this Diwali.

The politics of grievance

The politics of grievance

Rediff.com28 Jul 2017

'A class antagonism of rich versus poor took the colouring of a communal confrontation,' says Sunil Sethi.

'Glamourising Alauddin Khilji akin to praising acid attackers'

'Glamourising Alauddin Khilji akin to praising acid attackers'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2017

Vipul Goel sought changes in the Bollywood film, saying that films based on historical facts, while exercising the freedom of thought, should also keep in mind the people's sentiments and culture.

'Everybody in Bollywood is not looking for sex'

'Everybody in Bollywood is not looking for sex'

Rediff.com24 Aug 2017

Babumoshai Bandookbaaz actress Bidita Bag gives us a ringside view of Bollywood.

IAF never differentiated: Gunjan Saxena on biopic row

IAF never differentiated: Gunjan Saxena on biopic row

Rediff.com14 Aug 2020

I was lucky to have support from family and IAF, Saxena said.

Simbu in legal trouble over Beep song?

Simbu in legal trouble over Beep song?

Rediff.com15 Dec 2015

Simbu has been asked to appear before police

'If I was a snake, I'd like to bite...'

'If I was a snake, I'd like to bite...'

Rediff.com15 Nov 2021

'Oh my God! Bahut lambi list hai.'

Time to have an adult as Censor chief

Time to have an adult as Censor chief

Rediff.com22 Nov 2015

'I've always figured that it's the people who don't get laid enough, or well enough, who feel compelled to constrain and tear down anyone who looks as if they're having a good time.'

What We Learned from Bollywood in 2017

What We Learned from Bollywood in 2017

Rediff.com28 Dec 2017

And you thought Bollywood was just about making movies!

Bikes burnt, shops vandalised in protest against Padmaavat

Bikes burnt, shops vandalised in protest against Padmaavat

Rediff.com24 Jan 2018

The Supreme Court turned down pleas by Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh governments and refused to modify an earlier order that cleared the decks for the nationwide release of the Sanjay Leela Bhansali flick on January 25.

Pahlaj Nihalani: 'I will see Mr Prasoon Joshi in court'

Pahlaj Nihalani: 'I will see Mr Prasoon Joshi in court'

Rediff.com9 Nov 2018

'Everybody knows about Prasoon Joshi's friendship with Aamir Khan.' 'No one is surprised that Thugs Of Hindostan was given an all-clear censor certification out of turn.'

PIX: Priyanka, Deepika, Shah Rukh, Salman party with the Ambanis

PIX: Priyanka, Deepika, Shah Rukh, Salman party with the Ambanis

Rediff.com27 Aug 2017

Pictures from the party.

The BEST Moments in Hindi Films in 2016

The BEST Moments in Hindi Films in 2016

Rediff.com26 Dec 2016

Aseem Chhabra lists the elements that he loved and was pleasantly surprised by in the movies.

Kher refuses to quit, but Sharmila Censor chief

Kher refuses to quit, but Sharmila Censor chief

Rediff.com13 Oct 2004

Anupam Kher refuses to resign.

'NH10 is not inspired by Eden Lake'

'NH10 is not inspired by Eden Lake'

Rediff.com17 Mar 2015

'I never expected this kind of a response to NH10,' director Navdeep Singh tells Subhash K Jha.

'My fans can't see me crying on screen'

'My fans can't see me crying on screen'

Rediff.com19 Jul 2015

'Bajrangi Bhaijaan is a positive film. I want the heads of both countries to watch the film. India and Pakistan are dealing with the problem shown in the film and after watching the film, their hearts might melt. Till the time I don't get a response from them, I will keep tweeting about it.' Salman Khan discusses his superhit film.

'Aamir said you will destroy my career'

'Aamir said you will destroy my career'

Rediff.com13 Jul 2021

'But what the hell! Do it because it is brilliant.'

Censor chief Anupam Kher asked to step down

Censor chief Anupam Kher asked to step down

Rediff.com13 Oct 2004

But he would rather have the government sack him as he feels that the directive is tantamount to questioning his credibility, sources said.

Rajiv Kapoor's journey in Bollywood

Rajiv Kapoor's journey in Bollywood

Rediff.com22 Apr 2022

Rajiv Kapoor did not do many films in his career but he is still remembered for his solid hit, Ram Teri Ganga Maili.

No ban on Padmavati, says SC; pulls up netas for comments against the movie

No ban on Padmavati, says SC; pulls up netas for comments against the movie

Rediff.com28 Nov 2017

"When matter is pending for CBFC's consideration, how can persons holding public offices comment on whether CBFC should issue certificate or not? It'll prejudice decision making of CBFC... All concerned people, holding responsible posts must be guided by rule of law and shouldn't venture into passing comments on films which haven't been cleared by CBFC. It'll prejudice minds of board members while taking a decision," a Supreme Court bench hearing the plea observed.