News for 'films'

Samantha-Salman Film: Real or Rumour?

Samantha-Salman Film: Real or Rumour?

Rediff.com2 hours ago

Will Samantha star with Salman Khan in her husband Raj Nidimoru's proposed film that begins shooting at the year-end?

Suriya's Next Film Is Titled Vishwanath And Sons

Suriya's Next Film Is Titled Vishwanath And Sons

Rediff.com2 Mar 2026

Suriya's highly anticipated film, Vishwanath And Sons, is set to release in July 2026, and promises a heartwarming family drama.

Kannada film director abducted, assaulted; actress among 11 arrested

Kannada film director abducted, assaulted; actress among 11 arrested

Rediff.com26 Feb 2026

Police in Bengaluru have arrested 11 people, including a female actor, for allegedly kidnapping and assaulting a Kannada film director and robbing him of valuables.

Boong, The Manipur Film That Won A BAFTA

Boong, The Manipur Film That Won A BAFTA

Rediff.com23 Feb 2026

'This story has been always there since my childhood because of missing people.' 'I remember a family member who disappeared and I kept wondering what happened to him.'

India Makes Lots Of Films, But Lacks Screens

India Makes Lots Of Films, But Lacks Screens

Rediff.com20 Feb 2026

The reason is because there aren't any screens for a large mass of Indians.

Protests in UP against film Yadav Ji Ki Love Story

Protests in UP against film Yadav Ji Ki Love Story

Rediff.com18 Feb 2026

Members of the Yadav community in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh, staged a protest against the film 'Yadav Ji Ki Love Story,' claiming it could disrupt social harmony and hurt community sentiments. Protesters burned posters and demanded a ban on the film's release, threatening legal action and further agitation if their demands are not met.

Mirzapur: The Film Behind The Scenes

Mirzapur: The Film Behind The Scenes

Rediff.com7 Feb 2026

Mirzapur cast members Rasika Duggal, Shriya Pilgaonkar and Shweta Tripathi take us behind-the-scenes of the film at its wrap-up party.

Kannada TV actress alleges secret filming in washroom, blackmail

Kannada TV actress alleges secret filming in washroom, blackmail

Rediff.com17 Feb 2026

A Kannada television actress has filed a police complaint alleging she was secretly filmed in a stadium washroom and blackmailed with the threat of online video circulation.

Best Hollywood Movies -- Top & Must-Watch Films

Best Hollywood Movies -- Top & Must-Watch Films

Rediff.com10 Feb 2026

2026 looks promising for cinema lovers, with many highly anticipated, big-budget Hollywood films set to hit theatres this year.

Single On Valentine's Day? Must Watch These Films

Single On Valentine's Day? Must Watch These Films

Rediff.com12 Feb 2026

Deepa Gahlot picks 10 must-watch movies about singles and the consciously uncoupled.

The Film That's Giving Dhurandhar Competition

The Film That's Giving Dhurandhar Competition

Rediff.com29 Jan 2026

'People are watching Gujarati films along with these huge films. I still can't process it.'

Farhan Akhtar In Sam Mendes' Beatles Film, Plays Ravi Shankar

Farhan Akhtar In Sam Mendes' Beatles Film, Plays Ravi Shankar

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

'The closure of Don 3 was the best thing to happen to Farhan. If he was committed to directing Don, he wouldn't have been able to take on Pandit Ravi Shankar's role in The Beatles.'

Tu Yaa Main Review: Adarsh Gourav-Shanaya Kapoor's Film Is Too Gimmicky

Tu Yaa Main Review: Adarsh Gourav-Shanaya Kapoor's Film Is Too Gimmicky

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Tu Yaa Main feels rather indulgent for a survival drama. You can see where it's headed, and it just grows tiresome after a point, observes Mayur Sanap.

'I Knew This Would Be The Toughest Film Of My Career'

'I Knew This Would Be The Toughest Film Of My Career'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2026

'The first time (T-Series CEO and Border 2 Co-Producer) Bhushan Kumarji offered the film to me I said No.'

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.

High Court Quashes Order to Release Jana Nayagan, Stay on Film's Release

High Court Quashes Order to Release Jana Nayagan, Stay on Film's Release

Rediff.com28 Jan 2026

The ruling virtually makes the fate of the film, originally slated for a Pongal release earlier this month, uncertain.

'90 Percent Of Love & War Is Complete'

'90 Percent Of Love & War Is Complete'

Rediff.com34 minutes ago

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Love & War, starring Ranbir Kapoor, Alia Bhatt, and Vicky Kaushal, may face a release delay.

The Top 25 Pan India Films In 25 Years

The Top 25 Pan India Films In 25 Years

Rediff.com21 Jan 2026

This is also the time when South Indian films started doing well, commercially and critically, on a Pan-India scale.

Why Naga Chaitanya Is Looking To Vrushakarma

Why Naga Chaitanya Is Looking To Vrushakarma

Rediff.com1 days ago

'Vrushakarma will be a new experience for the audience and a milestone film for me personally.'

Why Dhurandhar 2 Trailer Signals A Potential Blockbuster

Why Dhurandhar 2 Trailer Signals A Potential Blockbuster

Rediff.com1 hour ago

The electrifying Dhurandhar 2 trailer promises a high-octane thriller set in Pakistan, blending intense action with a compelling spy narrative and hinting at major box office potential.

Sitaare Zameen Par Set for OTT Release

Sitaare Zameen Par Set for OTT Release

Rediff.com1 days ago

Aamir Khan's heartwarming film Sitaare Zameen Par, which explores themes of resilience and neurodiversity through basketball, is set to stream on Sony LIV.

Tracing Boong's Magical Journey

Tracing Boong's Magical Journey

Rediff.com47 minutes ago

'In Manipur, we have this thing called shaman where you get possessed. Making Boong possessed us.'

2025: Readers Pick Their Favourite Films

2025: Readers Pick Their Favourite Films

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

We asked readers to list their favourite films from 2025, and we got an interesting range of movies that included blockbusters, well-reviewed films and a couple of surprises.

'I Sat At Home For 3 Years; Don't Want To Go Back There'

'I Sat At Home For 3 Years; Don't Want To Go Back There'

Rediff.com1 days ago

'I don't want to do silly or meaningless work anymore.'

Box Office: The Kerala Story 2 Starts Doing Well

Box Office: The Kerala Story 2 Starts Doing Well

Rediff.com2 days ago

The Kerala Story 2 is making the most of being the sole movie at the marquee, with Rs 6 crore coming in the second weekend.

After Dhurandhar, Ranveer Signs This Film

After Dhurandhar, Ranveer Signs This Film

Rediff.com6 Jan 2026

No, he's *really* not doing Don 3.

Want To See Vijay's Farewell Film?

Want To See Vijay's Farewell Film?

Rediff.com5 Jan 2026

January releases also feature Pawan Kalyan, the Fukrey folks, Vir Das, and the Border stars...

Gauri Spratt-Aamir Khan Dress Up For A Wedding

Gauri Spratt-Aamir Khan Dress Up For A Wedding

Rediff.com2 days ago

Bollywood's power couples make a splash at a Mumbai wedding.

Dhurandhar: The Revenge Trailer: Ranveer Singh Brings Sound And Fury

Dhurandhar: The Revenge Trailer: Ranveer Singh Brings Sound And Fury

Rediff.com4 days ago

The Dhurandhar: The Revenge trailer teases high stakes and major thrills, observes Mayur Sanap.

Sudipto Sen On Vipul Shah's Kerala Story Sequel Allegations

Sudipto Sen On Vipul Shah's Kerala Story Sequel Allegations

Rediff.com21 hours ago

'No one can wipe-off our glorious collaboration in The Kerala Story and Bastar, from Indian cinema.' 'When we create history and are scrutiniSed in public, we must be extremely responsible in our behaviour and conduct.'

Boong Review: Heartwarming And Heartbreaking

Boong Review: Heartwarming And Heartbreaking

Rediff.com5 days ago

Make the effort for Boong, Mayur Sanap insists. Watch it, and experience its quietly heart-aching beauty.

Salman Khan, Hrithik Roshan, Kartik Aaryan, Tiger Shroff At Mumbai Wedding

Salman Khan, Hrithik Roshan, Kartik Aaryan, Tiger Shroff At Mumbai Wedding

Rediff.com2 days ago

Salman Khan, Hrithik Roshan, Vicky Kaushal, Tiger Shroff, Vijay Varma, Kartik Aaryan...it's raining stars at this Mumbai wedding!

Sapna Bhavnani: 'Virat Was Everything Mahi Was Not But...'

Sapna Bhavnani: 'Virat Was Everything Mahi Was Not But...'

Rediff.com4 days ago

From styling icons like M S Dhoni and Virat Kohli to launching India's first horror film festival, Sapna Bhavnani's journey stretches far beyond cricket and Bollywood -- into fearless self-expression, bold filmmaking and unapologetic reinvention.

Did Trisha Break Vijay's Marriage?

Did Trisha Break Vijay's Marriage?

Rediff.com5 days ago

'I may be known in the South but in Bollywood, no one knows me, not yet. I just wanted to be seen.'

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 Janhvi Kapoor Celebrated Her Birthday

How Janhvi Kapoor Celebrated Her Birthday

Rediff.com4 days ago

Janhvi Kapoor celebrated her 29th birthday with a visit to the Tirumala Venkateswara temple.

Filmmaker Discusses 'The Voice of Hind Rajab'

Filmmaker Discusses 'The Voice of Hind Rajab'

Rediff.com4 days ago

Tunisian filmmaker Kaouther Ben Hania discusses her docudrama 'The Voice of Hind Rajab,' which focuses on the tragic story of a six-year-old Palestinian girl killed during the Israel-Gaza conflict, and her motivations for making the film.

'When We Come Together, We Can Move Mountains'

'When We Come Together, We Can Move Mountains'

Rediff.com7 days ago

'I want to show bearded men actually caring and loving for their sons or a woman from Pakistan in a position of power. How radical is that?'

'I Wish #MeToo Hadn't Fizzled Out'

'I Wish #MeToo Hadn't Fizzled Out'

Rediff.com6 days ago

'The moment some news comes where somebody is accused of some crime, we are so quick to judge that person and call them a criminal, if that person is a very unlikable person. If we like that person, we immediately absolve her.'

Ananya, Aneet, Ahaan Win Big

Ananya, Aneet, Ahaan Win Big

Rediff.com1 days ago

It was a big night for film and OTT stars at the News18 Showsha Reel awards 2026 in Mumbai.