News for 'film production'

Why Susmita Mukherjee Did 'C-Grade, Sexist Films': 'It Was A Bad Time'

Why Susmita Mukherjee Did 'C-Grade, Sexist Films': 'It Was A Bad Time'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'It's a very disturbing thing to go back to my life and say, why did I act in such sexist, C-grade films, films derogatory to women. They were just bad films, bad choices. So I did, and did I sell my soul? Of course I sold my soul.'

The Irrfan Film That Almost Didn't Get Made

The Irrfan Film That Almost Didn't Get Made

Rediff.com30 Jul 2026

'It would have never crossed anybody's mind where life would have taken us or that Irrfanji would fall sick.'

Why Aamir Khan's New Film With Kabir Khan Is Special

Why Aamir Khan's New Film With Kabir Khan Is Special

Rediff.com11 Jul 2026

Aamir Khan Productions and Director Kabir Khan are set to collaborate with Australian production house Mind Blowing Films on Silkyara 41.

From Meiyazhagan To Manjummel Boys: 10 Films Ignored At The National Film Awards

From Meiyazhagan To Manjummel Boys: 10 Films Ignored At The National Film Awards

Rediff.com22 Jul 2026

From All We Imagine As Light to Kishkindha Kaandam, these outstanding films deserved National Film Awards far more than several of this year's winners.

Thalapathy Vijay's Final Film Jana Nayagan Gets A Release Date

Thalapathy Vijay's Final Film Jana Nayagan Gets A Release Date

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

Thalapathy Vijay's highly anticipated final cinematic outing, Jana Nayagan, is officially set to hit theatres worldwide on July 23, promising a grand and memorable tribute to his illustrious career.

India initiates anti-dumping investigations against three Chinese products

India initiates anti-dumping investigations against three Chinese products

Rediff.com25 Jun 2026

India has launched anti-dumping investigations into imports of thermal paper, Biaxially Oriented Polyamide (BOPA) Film, and certain antioxidants from China, following complaints from domestic manufacturers alleging material injury due to cheap imports.

Lagaan to Laapataa Ladies: Aamir Khan's 10 Best Productions

Lagaan to Laapataa Ladies: Aamir Khan's 10 Best Productions

Rediff.com17 Jun 2026

As Aamir Khan Productions celebrates 25 years, we rank the 10 best films produced by its star, from the iconic Lagaan to the recent critically-acclaimed Laapataa Ladies.

Rashmika Mandanna Suffers Hip Injury, Out Of Action For 6 Weeks

Rashmika Mandanna Suffers Hip Injury, Out Of Action For 6 Weeks

Rediff.com7 days ago

'I am getting better. Thank you for checking in.'

Dilip Kumar To Shah Rukh Khan: Indians Who Refused Iconic Hollywood Films

Dilip Kumar To Shah Rukh Khan: Indians Who Refused Iconic Hollywood Films

Rediff.com21 Jul 2026

From Fahadh Faasil and Dilip Kumar to Sridevi and Shah Rukh Khan, a look at Indian actors who reportedly came close to starring in iconic Hollywood blockbusters but ultimately missed out.

Vijay govt appoints film producer as Delhi representative

Vijay govt appoints film producer as Delhi representative

Rediff.com27 Jun 2026

The Tamil Nadu government has appointed film producer K Venkata Narayana as the state's special representative to the government in New Delhi, evoking sharp criticism from the Bharatiya Janata Party and other opposition parties on Friday.

Priyanka Chopra Joins Russell Crowe in Sci-Fi Thriller Bluefly

Priyanka Chopra Joins Russell Crowe in Sci-Fi Thriller Bluefly

Rediff.com1 days ago

Priyanka Chopra Jonas is poised for another major Hollywood role, joining Oscar-winning actor Russell Crowe in the highly anticipated sci-fi action thriller Bluefly.

Priyadarshan: 'Thousands Of Legal Issues With Hera Pheri 3'

Priyadarshan: 'Thousands Of Legal Issues With Hera Pheri 3'

Rediff.com10 Jul 2026

'I am not sure it will ever be made. Even if it is, I am not part of it.'

From Ramayana to King: 20 Most Anticipated Indian Films Of 2026

From Ramayana to King: 20 Most Anticipated Indian Films Of 2026

Rediff.com7 Jul 2026

From Ramayana Part 1 and Alpha to King and Toxic, here's why the next six months could be one of Indian cinema's most exciting line-ups in years.

NTR Jr's Injury Postpones Dragon's Sri Lankan Schedule

NTR Jr's Injury Postpones Dragon's Sri Lankan Schedule

Rediff.com6 days ago

The filmmakers have reassured fans that the movie release date remains unaffected and is firmly on track for June 11, 2027.

The Movie Sunny Deol Wants To Make With His Sons

The Movie Sunny Deol Wants To Make With His Sons

Rediff.com4 days ago

'Rajkumar Santoshi and Chandraprakash Dwivedi have narrated the story to me but such films require heavy budgets.'

3 Big Lessons From Main Vaapas Aaunga

3 Big Lessons From Main Vaapas Aaunga

Rediff.com7 days ago

'Making a film -- good or bad -- is extremely hard work, involving hundreds of people and at least two years from idea to release. When the audience rejects it, it is known to push makers into depression. And then there is the danger of theatres stopping the screenings after week one if footfalls don't improve.'

Haunted 3D Does Well, Other Films Struggle At Box Office

Haunted 3D Does Well, Other Films Struggle At Box Office

Rediff.com15 Jun 2026

Amidst a disappointing box office weekend for several new Hindi releases, Vikram Bhatt's Haunted 3D: Ghosts Of The Past has emerged as a surprising success.

Suneil Anand Wanted To Remake Guide

Suneil Anand Wanted To Remake Guide

Rediff.com29 Jul 2026

'Guide is my dad's most beloved film. It's also the film closest to his fans' heart.' 'The film's theme is timeless, so we felt it was the right thing to do.'

What's Ranveer Singh's Connection With Danny Boyle?

What's Ranveer Singh's Connection With Danny Boyle?

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

Ranveer Singh's zombie survival thriller Pralay is set to elevate its horror quotient by engaging the world-class prosthetic makeup artists behind Danny Boyle's iconic 28 Days Later.

How Much Will SRK's King Music Rights Earn?

How Much Will SRK's King Music Rights Earn?

Rediff.com4 days ago

Shah Rukh Khan's action-thriller King is poised to make history with a staggering Rs 50 crore music rights deal.

The Rediff Podcast: The Bollywood You Didn't Know!!!

The Rediff Podcast: The Bollywood You Didn't Know!!!

Rediff.com1 days ago

'Rajesh Khanna's fall was because of his arrogance. Once he spoke ill about me, behind my back. Later, he called me to his room and said sorry. But it hurt a lot.'

Mumbai Couple Held In Rs 31 Crore Investment Scam

Mumbai Couple Held In Rs 31 Crore Investment Scam

Rediff.com21 May 2026

Faridabad police have arrested a husband and wife from Mumbai for allegedly defrauding people of approximately Rs 31 crore through fraudulent investment schemes in forex trading and film production.

Rajinikanth On R B Choudary: 'He Asked Me To Act In His 100th Film'

Rajinikanth On R B Choudary: 'He Asked Me To Act In His 100th Film'

Rediff.com7 May 2026

The South Indian film fraternity, including superstars Rajinikanth, Mammootty, Vijay, Dhanush and Suriya, mourns the tragic passing of veteran producer R B Choudary, who died in a road accident, leaving behind a legacy of nearly 100 films and countless opportunities for new talent.

Suchitra Krishnamoorthi: 'There's A Sensitivity In Gen Z We Cannot Imagine'

Suchitra Krishnamoorthi: 'There's A Sensitivity In Gen Z We Cannot Imagine'

Rediff.com24 Jul 2026

On the latest episode of The Rediff Podcast, actor-singer Suchitra Krishnamoorthi explains why she admires GenZ's courage and sensitivity.

10 Films That Leaked Online Before Release

10 Films That Leaked Online Before Release

Rediff.com16 Apr 2026

As Jana Nayagan and Avatar: Aang, The Last Airbender become victims of piracy even before they got an official release, Sreeju Sudhakaran looks back at some of the major Indian movies that were impacted by pre-release leaks.

'Aditya Chopra Is The Best Brother-In-Law Anyone Could Ask For'

'Aditya Chopra Is The Best Brother-In-Law Anyone Could Ask For'

Rediff.com31 Jul 2026

'It's very easy for people to say, 'She got work because of her connections. What they don't see is the number of rejections I went through. Even if someone helps you get your first opportunity, you can't sustain a career unless you know your craft. I wanted people to hire me because they believed in my work, not because I was related to someone.'

Dinesh Hingoo: 'Johnny Lever Considers Me His Mentor'

Dinesh Hingoo: 'Johnny Lever Considers Me His Mentor'

Rediff.com21 Jul 2026

'I was very close to Kader Khan. Whenever he wrote dialogues and scenes, he would often write my name next to certain roles. He would personally recommend me to directors. Such was his stature that directors would immediately pay attention to his suggestions.'

The Real Star Of Made In India: A Titan Story

The Real Star Of Made In India: A Titan Story

Rediff.com15 Jul 2026

'People often say acting cannot be taught, but it can be learned. I've always believed that, and I've been a sincere student.'

Shekhar Suman Launches Film Academy

Shekhar Suman Launches Film Academy

Rediff.com22 Apr 2026

Veteran actor Shekhar Suman, known for his extensive career across cinema and television, has launched the Shekhar Suman Film Academy to impart his four decades of experience to aspiring performers and storytellers through a meticulously designed acting programme.

Why Fahadh Faasil Rejected Tom Cruise's Digger

Why Fahadh Faasil Rejected Tom Cruise's Digger

Rediff.com16 Jul 2026

Fahadh Faasil turned down a significant role in Alejandro Gonzlez Irritu's upcoming film Digger, citing accent training demands and uncompensated expenses as key factors.

Yami Gautam: 'National Award Is A Dream I Have Carried In My Heart For Years'

Yami Gautam: 'National Award Is A Dream I Have Carried In My Heart For Years'

Rediff.com20 Jul 2026

Kartik Aaryan, Yami Gautam, Sanjay Mishra, and Tushar Hiranandani express their overwhelming emotions and gratitude after winning prestigious National Film Awards for their work in 'Chandu Champion', 'Article 370', 'Bhakshak', and 'Srikanth' respectively.

Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' gets 'A' certificate, set for July 24 release

Vijay's 'Jana Nayagan' gets 'A' certificate, set for July 24 release

Rediff.com10 Jul 2026

Superstar C Joseph Vijay's highly anticipated film, 'Jana Nayagan,' has finally secured an 'A' certificate from the CBFC after a seven-month battle involving legal challenges, internal objections, and a significant piracy leak. The film, widely considered Vijay's last before entering politics, is now slated for a July 24 release in approximately 1,000 theatres across Tamil Nadu.

Composer Santhosh Narayanan's Abrupt Exit from Maa Inti Bangaaram

Composer Santhosh Narayanan's Abrupt Exit from Maa Inti Bangaaram

Rediff.com2 Jul 2026

Music composer Santhosh Narayanan's sudden departure from Samantha Ruth Prabhu's Maa Inti Bangaaram during its final post-production stages has ignited a controversy.

3 Idiots not based on Sonam Wangchuk: Aamir Khan

3 Idiots not based on Sonam Wangchuk: Aamir Khan

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

Bollywood actor Aamir Khan has clarified that his character Phunsukh Wangdu in the film "3 Idiots" was not based on activist Sonam Wangchuk, addressing a widespread misconception. Khan expressed concern over Wangchuk's ongoing hunger strike in Delhi, urging him to end it for his health.

Max, Min And Meowzaki Review: Love And Loss

Max, Min And Meowzaki Review: Love And Loss

Rediff.com24 Jul 2026

Max, Min And Meowzaki is not something Bollywood audiences are used to in their cinema that thrives on melodrama and noise. Still, it captures a slice of city life that has made space for cat lovers, movie buffs and Carnatic rockers, discovers Deepa Gahlot.

Why Prabhas Is Juggling 3 Films

Why Prabhas Is Juggling 3 Films

Rediff.com6 May 2026

If there is one thing that the sobering failure of The Raja Saab has taught Prabhas is: Don't devote excessive time to one project at the cost of other projects.

Kannada Actor Dileep Raj, 47, Dies of Heart Attack

Kannada Actor Dileep Raj, 47, Dies of Heart Attack

Rediff.com13 May 2026

Kannada actor Dileep Raj, known for his extensive work in both television and cinema over two decades, has passed away at the age of 47 due to a heart attack.

Bol Bol Rani Review: Whodunit With A Difference

Bol Bol Rani Review: Whodunit With A Difference

Rediff.com17 Jul 2026

Sai Tamhankar plays delicious contradictions of her character in an immensely watchable central performance, applauds Mayur Sanap.

References to TVK, 'New India' muted in Vijay's Jana Nayagan

References to TVK, 'New India' muted in Vijay's Jana Nayagan

Rediff.com10 Jul 2026

The Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) has directed 12 modifications for Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C Joseph Vijay's film 'Jana Nayagan', including muting references to 'TVK' and 'New India', and deleting a scene showing the Indian flag falling on the ground, according to the film's certification order.

The Only Indian Film Competing At Cannes

The Only Indian Film Competing At Cannes

Rediff.com5 May 2026

'Cinema is such a powerful medium. It is not just the emotional impact, but some of these films are so strong that your entire body cannot help but react.'