News for 'hindi-cinema'

Just why are we OBSESSED with Bollywood?

Just why are we OBSESSED with Bollywood?

Rediff.com21 Mar 2013

The national media gave the impression that Hindi films swept the National awards which is far from the truth.

Rahman, Resul, expose this Bollywood 'gang'!

Rahman, Resul, expose this Bollywood 'gang'!

Rediff.com27 Jul 2020

'There is a whole gang working against me.'

WATCH: The Various Dance Forms in Bollywood

WATCH: The Various Dance Forms in Bollywood

Rediff.com25 Apr 2012

India's colourful diversity reflects in its various dance forms as well.

Like Sunny Leone's Ragini MMS 2 trailer?

Like Sunny Leone's Ragini MMS 2 trailer?

Rediff.com13 Sep 2013

Here's looking at the film's trailer.

Lisa Ray on the JOYS of Motherhood

Lisa Ray on the JOYS of Motherhood

Rediff.com21 Apr 2021

Janhvi, Sara workout together... Ayushmann celebrates nine years of Vicky Donor...

In Bihar, it's Big B versus Maoists

In Bihar, it's Big B versus Maoists

Rediff.com9 Nov 2012

Bollywood's Shahenshah Amitabh Bachchan is Bihar's police mascot in their battle against Maoists -- to lure youths to join the forces instead of the rebels. M I Khan reports

Why Naseeruddin Shah is WRONG about Dilip Kumar

Why Naseeruddin Shah is WRONG about Dilip Kumar

Rediff.com28 Jul 2021

Dilip Kumar remained in demand all through his career because he kept reinventing himself in keeping with the changing times in Indian cinema, argues Mohammad Asim Siddiqui.

The Most Romantic Hindi Film EVER? Tell us!

The Most Romantic Hindi Film EVER? Tell us!

Rediff.com12 Feb 2013

Maine Pyar Kiya, Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Kayenge, Ek Duje Ke Liye... add YOUR favourite to the list!

Yash Chopra, storyteller to the end

Yash Chopra, storyteller to the end

Rediff.com22 Oct 2012

Raja Sen looks at the journey of the legendary director who introduced to Hindi cinema to the picturesque locales of Switzerland, the chiffon saris, the picturesque nararted some complex romantic stories.

Weddings And Movies: Match Made In Heaven

Weddings And Movies: Match Made In Heaven

Rediff.com24 Dec 2021

I remember a showbiz wedding during which guests had to sit through several painstakingly rehearsed but awkward dances performed by the bride's and groom's relatives. When Karan rolled his eyes, I smiled and said to him, 'You started it, now you suffer it.' An enchanting excerpt from Anupama Chopra's A Place In My Heart.

The sole supernova in Galaxy Bollywood

The sole supernova in Galaxy Bollywood

Rediff.com22 Jul 2021

No one deserves the title thespian more than Dilip Kumar, notes Shreekant Sambrani.

The Inspiration Behind Anurag Kashyap's Films

The Inspiration Behind Anurag Kashyap's Films

Rediff.com21 Jun 2012

The maverick filmmaker's latest offering Gangs Of Wasseypur has been a hit with the discerning audience.

Kshay: Brilliant piece of work

Kshay: Brilliant piece of work

Rediff.com18 Jun 2012

Kshay has picked up quite a few awards at international film festivals. Yet, it saw a very limited release in India last week. Aseem Chhabra appeals to every filmgoer, who cares for good cinema, to watch this movie and support its kind.

5 must-watch films on Ambedkar Jayanti

5 must-watch films on Ambedkar Jayanti

Rediff.com14 Apr 2021

Subhash K Jha picks five unforgettable Hindi films that capture the inequality of the caste system.

The Ten Best Film Scenes from Yash Chopra

The Ten Best Film Scenes from Yash Chopra

Rediff.com27 Sep 2012

As the veteran filmmaker turns 80 today, movie critic Sukanya Verma lists her most favourite scenes from Yash Chopra films.

Review: Table No 21 is a game well played

Review: Table No 21 is a game well played

Rediff.com4 Jan 2013

Ankur Pathak feels Table No 21 should be watched for the reactive social commentary that it is, and should not be misconceived as a vigilante film.

Bollywood's 10 Best Actresses Of 2012

Bollywood's 10 Best Actresses Of 2012

Rediff.com21 Dec 2012

Yearend Special: Check out the celluloid queens of the year!

Quiz: Do you know these Bollywood actresses?

Quiz: Do you know these Bollywood actresses?

Rediff.com5 Dec 2012

Take the fun quiz!

Tendulkar recommended for Rajya Sabha membership

Tendulkar recommended for Rajya Sabha membership

Rediff.com26 Apr 2012

Cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar and yesteryear actress Rekha are among four eminent personalities recommended for nomination as members of the Rajya Sabha. The 39-year-old Tendulkar and Rekha will become Members of Parliament under a provision of the constitution that allows the President to nominate 12 members to the Upper House.

Ayesha Takia's sister Natasha gets set for showbiz

Ayesha Takia's sister Natasha gets set for showbiz

Rediff.com22 Jul 2009

Make way for the new kid on the Bollywood block.

10 Reasons We Still Miss Shammi Kapoor

10 Reasons We Still Miss Shammi Kapoor

Rediff.com14 Aug 2012

On his first death anniversary, we remember the legendary actor.

Mohanlal: People call me Companywala

Mohanlal: People call me Companywala

Rediff.com18 Apr 2012

Interview with Mohanlal on his third Bolywood film Tezz.

Diwali: Bollywood's favourite festival?

Diwali: Bollywood's favourite festival?

Rediff.com15 Nov 2012

Three very different kinds of Diwali songs from Bollywood films

Rajesh Khanna: Looking back at his Superstar Years

Rajesh Khanna: Looking back at his Superstar Years

Rediff.com19 Jul 2012

Here's a timeline of Rajesh Khanna's iconic life.

The Best  Rajesh Khanna Movies

The Best Rajesh Khanna Movies

Rediff.com19 Jul 2012

Here's a tribute to the actor as we look at some of his finest performances.

Football lover, Chuni fan Dilip Kumar had a 'run-in' with spectators during Rovers Cup final

Football lover, Chuni fan Dilip Kumar had a 'run-in' with spectators during Rovers Cup final

Rediff.com7 Jul 2021

Dilip Kumar 'got annoyed and was about to leave the stage before things were brought under control'.

'There might be many better actors than me'

'There might be many better actors than me'

Rediff.com7 Jul 2021

''This body is mine. And bearing its burden has become quite a task,' Dilip Kumar once told Subhash K Jha.'

Abhishek Bachchan to try 'new' style of comedy in next

Abhishek Bachchan to try 'new' style of comedy in next

Rediff.com14 Mar 2012

The actor will collaborate once again with his Drona director Goldie Behl.

EXCLUSIVE: Watch the Barfi! trailer right here!

EXCLUSIVE: Watch the Barfi! trailer right here!

Rediff.com2 Jul 2012

Like the trailer? VOTE!

'Karan has changed completely from the boy I grew up with'

'Karan has changed completely from the boy I grew up with'

Rediff.com25 May 2022

'Today, as a film personality, he is bigger than Dharma Productions.' 'But he is still warm and loyal to his friends from school, college and work.'

The Ten Worst Films Of Ram Gopal Varma

The Ten Worst Films Of Ram Gopal Varma

Rediff.com21 May 2012

The filmmaker's latest project Department opened to a very dismal response.

Sachin, Rekha accept Rajya Sabha nomination

Sachin, Rekha accept Rajya Sabha nomination

Rediff.com26 Apr 2012

Cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar and actress of yesteryear Rekha are among four eminent persons who have been recommended for nomination as members of Rajya Sabha.

Review: Hate Story is a hate crime against the sex-starved

Review: Hate Story is a hate crime against the sex-starved

Rediff.com20 Apr 2012

Publicised purely on the strength of its 'erotic' content and scandalously adult themes, Hate Story delivers very little actual heat.

Chitrangada: Never thought of doing an item number

Chitrangada: Never thought of doing an item number

Rediff.com1 Aug 2012

The dusky actress talks about her sexy item number in Joker.

PIX: When Real Life Couples Fizzled On Screen

PIX: When Real Life Couples Fizzled On Screen

Rediff.com9 Apr 2012

Saif Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor couldn't make a hit film out of Agent Vinod.

Suresh Saraiya, one of the best-loved radio commentators

Suresh Saraiya, one of the best-loved radio commentators

Rediff.com19 Jul 2012

Haresh Pandya pays tribute to noted radio commentator Suresh Saraiya, who passed away in Mumbai on Wednesday following a heart attack.

Raja Sen's Ten Best Films Of 2012

Raja Sen's Ten Best Films Of 2012

Rediff.com2 Jan 2013

The year 2012 has offered up several shards of cinematic joy.

Here's Why You SHOULD watch Shanghai!

Here's Why You SHOULD watch Shanghai!

Rediff.com6 Jun 2012

This Friday sees the release of Dibakar Banerjee's Shanghai, and we at Rediff can't wait for the film. Here are a few reasons why.

Shabana Azmi mourns the death of Umrao Jaan writer

Shabana Azmi mourns the death of Umrao Jaan writer

Rediff.com14 Feb 2012

Urdu poet Shahryar was 76.

The 10 Scariest Villains of Bollywood

The 10 Scariest Villains of Bollywood

Rediff.com31 Jan 2012

Agneepath's Kancha Cheena and Rauf Lala remind one of the various sinister villians Hindi cinema has seen so far.