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Sharda: The Voice That Tore Shankar-Jaikishan Apart

Sharda: The Voice That Tore Shankar-Jaikishan Apart

Rediff.com15 Jun 2023

'Towards the late '60s and early '70s, it was a given that if it was Shankar-Jaikishan, it had to be Sharda for Shankar.'

The Star-Maker You Didn't Know About

The Star-Maker You Didn't Know About

Rediff.com26 Sep 2023

Prayag Raj, who was so successful at his peak, ought not to have slid into oblivion, observes Deepa Gahlot.

'My husband was very clear that he doesn't want his wife to act'

'My husband was very clear that he doesn't want his wife to act'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2023

'I don't think marriages break because of infidelity, they break up because of disrespect.'

'I'm a very bad liar'

'I'm a very bad liar'

Rediff.com2 Nov 2023

'We have a lot of stress in our everyday life, with our jobs, financial situation...' 'When a person comes to a theatre, it's nice to leave them feeling happy.'

National Awards: Bollywood Clout At Work

National Awards: Bollywood Clout At Work

Rediff.com28 Aug 2023

'No small artistic film can even hope to win, except, maybe, as random tokenism,' asserts Deepa Gahlot.

Hansika Motwani Gets Engaged

Hansika Motwani Gets Engaged

Rediff.com2 Nov 2022

Hansika Motwani announced her engagement to long-time beau and entrepreneur Sohael Kathuriya by sharing a series of photographs of *the proposal* against the Eiffel Tower.

'Main aakhri Mughal hoon is film line ka'

'Main aakhri Mughal hoon is film line ka'

Rediff.com9 Aug 2023

On her 90th birthday on September 8, Ashaji hopes to perform at a live three-hour concert in Dubai.

'At my age, I'm still doing such wonderful work'

'At my age, I'm still doing such wonderful work'

Rediff.com17 Jul 2023

'The Sholay outdoors were like picnics.' 'I got the same feeling while doing Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani.'

How Javed Akhtar Almost Missed A Movie Career

How Javed Akhtar Almost Missed A Movie Career

Rediff.com11 Jan 2023

He came to Mumbai with only 27 paise in his pocket on October 4, 1964.

K'taka polls: Ex-CM Bangarappa's sons yet again cross swords for Soraba seat

K'taka polls: Ex-CM Bangarappa's sons yet again cross swords for Soraba seat

Rediff.com13 Apr 2023

Kumar Bangarappa and Madhu Bangarappa are pitted against each other in Soraba constituency in Shivamogga district, which was represented by their father from 1967 to 1994 till his election to the Lok Sabha.

'Women can thrive at any age'

'Women can thrive at any age'

Rediff.com22 Nov 2023

'It doesn't matter if you are from abroad or Indian, we are told that there's a prime time for a female actor.' 'It's time that people understand there is no certain age for women to thrive in.'

When Salman WARNED Jacqueline

When Salman WARNED Jacqueline

Rediff.com22 Sep 2022

'Jacqueline didn't want to listen to anybody.'

In Mumbai, Mamata ties rakhi to Amitabh, Uddhav

In Mumbai, Mamata ties rakhi to Amitabh, Uddhav

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

Soon after her arrival at the Mumbai airport for attending the two-day meeting of the Indian National Developmental Inclusive Alliance (INDIA) on August 31 and September 1, Banerjee drove to Bachchan's residence 'Jalsa' in suburban Juhu.

Raveena, Keeravaani Honoured With The Padma Shri

Raveena, Keeravaani Honoured With The Padma Shri

Rediff.com6 Apr 2023

Raveena Tandon and MM Keeravani recieved the Padma Shri from President Draupadi Murmu.

When Rekha Made Manish Smile...

When Rekha Made Manish Smile...

Rediff.com6 Dec 2022

Manish Malhotra's friends arrived at his home to bring in his birthday.

Taapsee, Nushrratt, Shilpa DAZZLE!

Taapsee, Nushrratt, Shilpa DAZZLE!

Rediff.com20 Oct 2022

Bollywood actress looked stunning as they walked the red carpet of Ramesh Taurani's Diwali bash.

When Sridevi Turned Down Baahubali

When Sridevi Turned Down Baahubali

Rediff.com24 Feb 2023

Not many know Sridevi was supposed to play the role that Ramya Krishnan eventually did in Baahubali.

It's festival time for the Tamil film industry

It's festival time for the Tamil film industry

Rediff.com7 Jan 2011

Four Tamil movies will release in the harvest festival, Pongal.

Did Priyanka Quit Bollywood Because Of Karan Johar?

Did Priyanka Quit Bollywood Because Of Karan Johar?

Rediff.com28 Mar 2023

Trust Kangana Ranaut to seize any opportunity to call out Karan Johar!

Why 'Captain' Vijayakanth Won't Be Forgotten

Why 'Captain' Vijayakanth Won't Be Forgotten

Rediff.com28 Dec 2023

The Tamil film industry won't forget Vijayakanth's large-heartedness, how he took care of fellow industry persons, male or female, rich or poor, young or old...recalls N Sathiya Moorthy. How he sent money quietly for the family of a stunt artiste to meet his funeral expenses, how he always ensured that all female co-stars, including junior artistes, had secure accommodation on outdoor shoots, and how he would always the first to rush help if anyone from the fraternity was in distress.

It's cricket time for the Kannada film industry

It's cricket time for the Kannada film industry

Rediff.com14 Jul 2010

The Kannada film fraternity will be battling it out for the Rajkumar Cup in a series of T20 matches.

'I wish Rajamouli had asked me to do Baahubali'

'I wish Rajamouli had asked me to do Baahubali'

Rediff.com29 Aug 2023

'I crave to do a film about lost kingdoms, kings in exiles and ethereal princesses.'

Does Kajol Want To Make Us Cry?

Does Kajol Want To Make Us Cry?

Rediff.com8 Dec 2022

Kajol screened her latest film, Salaam Venky, for her friends in the film industry.

'Friendship is the key to making a film'

'Friendship is the key to making a film'

Rediff.com8 Jun 2023

'Film shooting is a long process, and it is important to have a good bonding with the person you are going to spend six to eight months of your life.' 'Baaki, film toh bann jaati hain.'

What you should know about the Malegaon film industry

What you should know about the Malegaon film industry

Rediff.com31 Mar 2013

Malliwood artistes work on daily wages. They earn a livelihood selling vegetables or working in the textile factory in Malegaon, or run eateries or tea stalls. In the credits their names reflect their professions, like Salim Electrician, Iqbal Chaiwala, or Zaheer Cyclewala.

Jawan Review: SRK Shows Who's Baap!

Jawan Review: SRK Shows Who's Baap!

Rediff.com7 Sep 2023

Jawan springs a real surprise when it boldly and directly points fingers at the ineffective government and appeals to recognise the power of the finger and vote. Six months before the next general Indian election, this is no coincidence, observes Sukanya Verma.

Gorgeous Janhvi Celebrates With Sonam

Gorgeous Janhvi Celebrates With Sonam

Rediff.com25 Oct 2022

Sonam Kapoor took time off from her mommy duties to throw a Diwali party for her friends and colleagues from the film industry.

10 Times We Loved Katrina

10 Times We Loved Katrina

Rediff.com14 Jul 2023

Sukanya Verma celebrates her milestone 40th birthday on July 16 by looking at the 10 important performances of her career.

Why Yogi Meets Mukeshbhai

Why Yogi Meets Mukeshbhai

Rediff.com6 Jan 2023

The UP government said Yogi returned with investment proposals worth over Rs 5 lakh crore from Mumbai.

She Makes Bollywood Brides Look Perfect

She Makes Bollywood Brides Look Perfect

Rediff.com23 Oct 2023

'I was at Deepika's wedding at Lake Como, also at the receptions in Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru, and every moment was unforgettable.'

'Nothing Vulgar In Choli Ke Peeche'

'Nothing Vulgar In Choli Ke Peeche'

Rediff.com1 Sep 2023

'Many people pointed fingers at me.' 'They would ask, "Why did you sing such a song? Why did you do this 'double-meaning' song?"' 'My mother also asked, "Yeh kya gaaya?"'

The Party Salman Khan Would Not Miss!

The Party Salman Khan Would Not Miss!

Rediff.com27 Oct 2022

Salman Khan missed attending the year's numerous Diwali as he was suffering from dengue.

Wishes pour in as PM Modi turns 73

Wishes pour in as PM Modi turns 73

Rediff.com17 Sep 2023

The prime minister will be part of the launch of several development initiatives on his birthday.

'I reigned as a khalnayak'

'I reigned as a khalnayak'

Rediff.com18 Oct 2023

''Even today, after 63 years, I'm still looking forward to a new release.'

'Shah Rukh made Baazigar believable'

'Shah Rukh made Baazigar believable'

Rediff.com10 Nov 2023

Anu Malik reveals how Baazigar revived his career.

'Film-making is a soul-sapping profession'

'Film-making is a soul-sapping profession'

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

'Or because I am getting a s**tload of money.'

The 'Misunderstanding' Between Zeenat Aman and Devsaab

The 'Misunderstanding' Between Zeenat Aman and Devsaab

Rediff.com27 Apr 2023

Zeenat Aman has been sharing her snippets about her journey into the film industry and her star-maker, Dev Anand, on Instagram in a three-part series.

'I won't kill anyone to get what I want'

'I won't kill anyone to get what I want'

Rediff.com14 Jun 2023

'Nobody told me upfront that you are a Marathi girl so we will not cast you.' 'I questioned myself: 'Am I not good enough?' 'Am I not good-looking to be in this industry?''

Kannada film industry shocked at Monica's murder c

Kannada film industry shocked at Monica's murder c

Rediff.com22 May 2008

The Kannada film industry was in a state of shock after hearing the news. Monica has acted in four Kannada films in a career spanning six years. She had created a lot of controversies and her name featured regularly in magazine gossip columns.