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Raja Sen picks Bollywood's 10 WORST Films, 2013

Raja Sen picks Bollywood's 10 WORST Films, 2013

Rediff.com31 Dec 2013

Krrish 3 was among the films that stood at the bottom of the barrel this year.

Remembering Yash Chopra on Rediff

Remembering Yash Chopra on Rediff

Rediff.com26 Sep 2013

We present our specials on the veteran filmmaker.

When Bollywood treated women badly...

When Bollywood treated women badly...

Rediff.com28 Feb 2020

Hindi cinema has not just explored various instances of brute force, but often glorified its misogyny.

The MOST VIOLENT Scenes in Hindi Movies

The MOST VIOLENT Scenes in Hindi Movies

Rediff.com13 Sep 2013

This week's release JohnDay will see Naseer in one of his most violent roles.

Dharmendra's MOST HILARIOUS Filmi Moments

Dharmendra's MOST HILARIOUS Filmi Moments

Rediff.com6 Jun 2013

As Dharmendra's latest film Yamla Pagla Deewana-2 gears up for release this Friday, here's looking at the actor's comic moments on screen

The Small Big Pictures Of Rajamouli And Co

The Small Big Pictures Of Rajamouli And Co

Rediff.com9 Jun 2022

RRR isn't the "spectacle" it is made out to be, argues Sreehari Nair.

Rajesh Khanna, Sridevi to receive Padma Bhushan

Rajesh Khanna, Sridevi to receive Padma Bhushan

Rediff.com25 Jan 2013

The awards will be presented on Republic Day.

Top Actors and Actresses of ALL time? TELL US!

Top Actors and Actresses of ALL time? TELL US!

Rediff.com24 Apr 2013

Hindi cinema has completed a grand century and we can't help but marvel at all it has to offer. From a breathtaking collection of films to a range of versatile actors. We ask you, Dear Readers, to tell us who you think are the Best Bollywood Actors and Actresses of all times.

Abhay Deol's TOP 10 PERFORMANCES

Abhay Deol's TOP 10 PERFORMANCES

Rediff.com15 Mar 2021

As Abhay turns 45 on March 15, Joginder Tuteja looks back at his best work.

'We had a tough time deciding between Bajirao Mastani and Baahubali'

'We had a tough time deciding between Bajirao Mastani and Baahubali'

Rediff.com29 Mar 2016

Actor-filmmaker Satish Kaushik, who headed the jury for the 63rd National Awards, says this was one of the best years in the life of Indian cinema so far.

Ten MUST-HAVE Rajesh Khanna collectibles

Ten MUST-HAVE Rajesh Khanna collectibles

Rediff.com18 Jul 2013

On the superstar's first death anniversary, we list 10 definitive collectibles from the Rajesh Khanna memorabilia.

PIX: Bollywood slips into VINTAGE mode

PIX: Bollywood slips into VINTAGE mode

Rediff.com9 Jul 2013

Lately, our films seem to be bitten by the nostalgia bug with quite a few set either in the demure 1950s or swinging 1970s.

Movie Sequels we NEVER knew existed

Movie Sequels we NEVER knew existed

Rediff.com7 Oct 2013

Not only did some of them sink at the box office but they literally sank without a trace.

'Magic Of Cinema Is Still There, But...'

'Magic Of Cinema Is Still There, But...'

Rediff.com15 Aug 2022

'The young generation doesn't want to work with old hats like me.' 'They don't understand that we are brighter and wiser because of our experience.' 'We can take them on the right path, but they should keep their ears open.'

Bollywood's BIGGEST FLOPS so far!

Bollywood's BIGGEST FLOPS so far!

Rediff.com2 Jul 2013

Six months down the line, we see how the Hindi film industry has fared.

'I am just another performer'

'I am just another performer'

Rediff.com7 Mar 2019

'The affection and love and blessings of the audience is all that matters.' 'That is most important for me, nothing else.'

Guess who came to Subhash Ghai's music launch

Guess who came to Subhash Ghai's music launch

Rediff.com19 Mar 2014

The filmmaker who has worked with some of the biggest names in Bollywood, has almost no one rooting for him now.

How Shah Rukh Khan became a Deewana

How Shah Rukh Khan became a Deewana

Rediff.com29 Jun 2022

'I told Shah Rukh I wanted to sign him for our film, Deewana.' 'He responded by saying that he had no dates.' 'I was shocked because he hadn't had a single release till then.'

Bollywood's AMAZING UMBRELLA MOMENTS!

Bollywood's AMAZING UMBRELLA MOMENTS!

Rediff.com15 Jul 2021

Monsoon is here, and time to bring out the chhatris.

Why did Laxmikant-Pyarelal split?

Why did Laxmikant-Pyarelal split?

Rediff.com22 Nov 2021

'Laxmi was insistent that our homes should never have name-plates, because the name Laxmikant-Pyarelal should never be separated!'

Shruti Haasan: I thought I was too ugly to become an actress

Shruti Haasan: I thought I was too ugly to become an actress

Rediff.com21 May 2013

Shruti Haasan tells us why Ramaiya Vastavaiya is not her comeback Hindi film.

PHOTOS: Kajol, Lara, Jacqueline at Lakme Fashion Week

PHOTOS: Kajol, Lara, Jacqueline at Lakme Fashion Week

Rediff.com23 Aug 2013

Find out what your favourite stars wore at the grand opening of the Lakme Fashion Week Winter 2013 in Mumbai hosted by Manish Malhotra.

'Movie goers are tired of SRK, Salman Khan, Akshay'

'Movie goers are tired of SRK, Salman Khan, Akshay'

Rediff.com22 Apr 2022

'South movies have the perfect script, the perfect action and the perfect romance.' 'That's why these films are running in theatres.'

Review: Bombay Talkies, an engaging ode to cinema

Review: Bombay Talkies, an engaging ode to cinema

Rediff.com3 May 2013

The film celebrates the language of cinema that permeated our system long ago, writes Sukanya Verma.

Give the Bollywood woman some respect!

Give the Bollywood woman some respect!

Rediff.com17 Sep 2012

Rinki Roy, daughter of noted director Bimal Roy, pens her thoughts on how women have been portrayed in Hindi cinema through the years, and why the stereotyping should STOP!

Pran to get Dada Saheb Phalke award

Pran to get Dada Saheb Phalke award

Rediff.com12 Apr 2013

The award will be conferred on Pran on May 3, which will also marks the 100 years of cinema this year.

Madhuri Dixit: Had I really done all those films?

Madhuri Dixit: Had I really done all those films?

Rediff.com17 May 2012

As Madhuri Dixit celebrates her birthday today, May 15, we understand the actress better through a revealing interview in the new book Mother Maiden Mistress: Women in Hindi Cinema 1950-2010.

Raja Sen: How Steven Spielberg brought Bollywood closer

Raja Sen: How Steven Spielberg brought Bollywood closer

Rediff.com13 Mar 2013

'Self-importance and egos were thrown aside as a dazzling assemblage of Hindi movie directors arrived at the venue, more than a half hour ahead of the scheduled time... It was fascinating to see all of Hindi cinema represented in one hotel ballroom... The assemblage was magnificent -- from Shyam Benegal to Anurag Kashyap to Abbas-Mastan to Gauri Shinde to Rajkumar Hirani...' Raja Sen was present at an evening not to be forgotten.

SOTY, K3G, Agneepath at Marrakech festival

SOTY, K3G, Agneepath at Marrakech festival

Rediff.com24 Nov 2012

The festival starts on November 29.

'I would not recommend infidelity'

'I would not recommend infidelity'

Rediff.com12 Jan 2022

'Life is too short to be doing something that you do not love.'

Aamir, Hrithik, Emraan: Meet Bollywood's magicians!

Aamir, Hrithik, Emraan: Meet Bollywood's magicians!

Rediff.com11 Dec 2013

Aamir Khan will be playing a magician and a gymnast in Dhoom 3.

Rafisaab's 5 MOST ROMANTIC SONGS

Rafisaab's 5 MOST ROMANTIC SONGS

Rediff.com13 Feb 2021

Subhash K Jha lists the inimitable Mohammad Rafi's five most enduring romantic songs.

Give the Bollywood woman some respect!

Give the Bollywood woman some respect!

Rediff.com17 Jul 2012

Rinki Roy, daughter of noted director Bimal Roy, pens her thoughts on how women have been portrayed in Hindi cinema through the years, and why the stereotyping should STOP!

Meet Yash Chopra's favourite actors

Meet Yash Chopra's favourite actors

Rediff.com23 Oct 2012

These are the actors who worked the most with the late filmmaker.

The Very Best of Yash Chopra

The Very Best of Yash Chopra

Rediff.com22 Oct 2012

Looking at the best movies made by the veteran filmmaker.

Yash Chopra: The king of romance, forever

Yash Chopra: The king of romance, forever

Rediff.com21 Oct 2012

A legendary filmmaker, Yash Chopra changed the face of romance in Hindi cinema to become a brand in Bollywood with numerous hits under his belt in his five-decade long illustrious career.

5 memorable Ram bhajans from Hindi films

5 memorable Ram bhajans from Hindi films

Rediff.com21 Apr 2021

On the occasion of Ram Navmi, five Ram bhajans from Hindi films that you probably haven't heard, but should right away.

Babita, the Hit-Maker of the Sixties

Babita, the Hit-Maker of the Sixties

Rediff.com20 Apr 2021

Babita's success ratio is higher than that of any other leading lady in the 1960s, says Subhash K Jha.

Review: Mumbai Mirror is criminally unoriginal

Review: Mumbai Mirror is criminally unoriginal

Rediff.com18 Jan 2013

Ankur Pathak feels Sachiin Joshi starrer Mumbai Mirror is one mishap of a film.

'Grateful to be alive, I want to work'

'Grateful to be alive, I want to work'

Rediff.com25 Jul 2022

'All my life, I have made expensive films. This time, I want to make the least expensive film ever made in Bollywood.' 'It's an honest attempt to climb Mount Everest without knowing if I will reach the peak.'