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The Power Siblings Of Bollywood

The Power Siblings Of Bollywood

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

The bond between Bollywood's siblings is there for all to see. While some may not not worked together, they promote and support each other just as strongly.

The Best Part About Sholay Is...

The Best Part About Sholay Is...

Rediff.com6 Aug 2025

'I wouldn't change a single shot even if I could, the film is just perfect even with a supposedly flawed script!' Celebrating Sholay's 50th anniversary on August 15 with a special series, where contemporary film folk analyse the cult classic.

Shuks Picks This SRK Song For Launch

Shuks Picks This SRK Song For Launch

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

Unveiling his launch day playlist, the Indian pilot revealed that he loves to listen to Shah Rukh Khan's Swades song Yuh Hi Chala Chal.

Why are Hindus being assaulted, asks Maha min amid Marathi row

Why are Hindus being assaulted, asks Maha min amid Marathi row

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

BJP leader Nitesh Rane criticizes MNS after alleged assault on a man for not speaking Marathi, sparking political controversy.

'Sholay Is Not Perfect'

'Sholay Is Not Perfect'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

'It's there in everyone's heart. That's the beauty of masterpieces.'

Janhvi-Khushi Get Emotional At Grandmother's Funeral

Janhvi-Khushi Get Emotional At Grandmother's Funeral

Rediff.com5 May 2025

Boney Kapoor, Anil Kapoor and Sanjay Kapoor's mother Nirmal Kapoor passed away aged 90 on Friday, May 2.

Javed Akhtar, Aiyar among 5 nominated to RS

Javed Akhtar, Aiyar among 5 nominated to RS

Rediff.com19 Mar 2010

President Pratibha Patil has nominated five prominent citizens to the Rajya Sabha, based on recommendations made by the Union cabinet.

Shabana Azmi, Javed Akhtar celebrate 30th wedding anniversary

Shabana Azmi, Javed Akhtar celebrate 30th wedding anniversary

Rediff.com9 Dec 2014

The veteran couple got hitched on December 9 thirty years ago.

Yun Hi Chala In Space: 'I'm Deeply Moved'

Yun Hi Chala In Space: 'I'm Deeply Moved'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2025

'This success is not just mine, crores of people have contributed to it.'

We have 4-5 dharmas, they should...: Javed Akhtar on 'Pathaan' row

We have 4-5 dharmas, they should...: Javed Akhtar on 'Pathaan' row

Rediff.com10 Jan 2023

The screenwriter said every 'dharma' (religion) should have its own censor board.

Shiv Sena backs Javed Akhtar over fatwa row

Shiv Sena backs Javed Akhtar over fatwa row

Rediff.com18 May 2010

The Shiv Sena,on Monday, came out in support of lyricist and Rajya Sabha MP Javed Akhtar, who is facing threat from hardliners after he criticised the fatwa issued by Islamic seminary Darul Uloom Deoband against working Muslim women.

Spotted: Javed Akhtar and Shabana Azmi in Singapor

Spotted: Javed Akhtar and Shabana Azmi in Singapor

Rediff.com26 Feb 2008

Reader Amish Maske sends us a photograph.

Javed Akhtar gets death threat over fatwa issue

Javed Akhtar gets death threat over fatwa issue

Rediff.com15 May 2010

Lyricist and Rajya Sabha member Javed Akhtar on Saturday lodged a case with the Mumbai police after he received an e-mail threat for criticising a fatwa banning women working with men.In the complaint, Akhtar said that he received an email in which it was stated that the countdown to his end has begun. The email also dared Akhtar to try to save himself if he could.On Tuesday, the Darul Uloom Deoband, in a Talibanesque fatwa, decreed that it is 'haram' and illegal.

'Don' director Chandra Barot dies at 86

'Don' director Chandra Barot dies at 86

Rediff.com20 Jul 2025

Veteran filmmaker Chandra Barot, best known for directing the 1978 Amitabh Bachchan-starrer 'Don', passed away on Sunday due to cardiac arrest at a hospital in Mumbai. He was 86.

I had to say those things: Javed Akhtar on 26/11 remarks in Pakistan

I had to say those things: Javed Akhtar on 26/11 remarks in Pakistan

Rediff.com24 Feb 2023

Lyricist-writer Javed Akhtar on Friday said his comments on the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks during his recent visit to Pakistan have become "too big" but he had to set the record straight on certain things while he was there.

PIX: Kalki, Javed Akhtar, Raju Hirani watch Masaan

PIX: Kalki, Javed Akhtar, Raju Hirani watch Masaan

Rediff.com22 Jul 2015

Check out the star arrivals

Javed Akhtar: Kolaveri Di is an insult to sensibility

Javed Akhtar: Kolaveri Di is an insult to sensibility

Rediff.com6 Dec 2011

Here's what your favourite celebrities are tweeting.

'Sholay Is 'Dadagiri' Cinematography'

'Sholay Is 'Dadagiri' Cinematography'

Rediff.com11 Aug 2025

'The way the anticipation is built up for Gabbar Singh's introduction scene with sound, image and details of his personality, like the combat boots he wears.' 'The camera comes so close -- not a tele lens shot, but a wide-angle close-up -- that you can almost smell Gabbar's breath.'

Kannada row: No coercive action against Sonu Nigam, says HC

Kannada row: No coercive action against Sonu Nigam, says HC

Rediff.com15 May 2025

The court also permitted the singer to appear via video conferencing for recording his statement, if required by the investigating officer.

PIX: Javed Akhtar, Sonu Nigam, Shaan pay tribute to RD Burman

PIX: Javed Akhtar, Sonu Nigam, Shaan pay tribute to RD Burman

Rediff.com30 Jun 2014

The music fraternity came together to honour the late legend.

Vaani Parties With Hrithik-Rekha

Vaani Parties With Hrithik-Rekha

Rediff.com17 Feb 2025

The Roshans and their friends celebrated the success of the Netflix docu-series with a grand party over the weekend.

Kangana's plea for case transfer devoid of merit: Javed Akhtar to court

Kangana's plea for case transfer devoid of merit: Javed Akhtar to court

Rediff.com1 Oct 2021

Veteran lyricist Javed Akhtar submitted in a court here on Friday that actor Kangana Ranaut's petition seeking transfer of the criminal defamation case filed by him against her was "devoid of any merits" and aimed at delaying the proceedings.

Rekha-Dharmendra Cheer For Aamir's Son

Rekha-Dharmendra Cheer For Aamir's Son

Rediff.com5 Feb 2025

Aamir Khan wants everyone to watch son Junaid's big screen debut film, Loveyapa, and has been hosting multiple screenings for his friends and colleagues.

'Salman Was Chupchap'

'Salman Was Chupchap'

Rediff.com14 Aug 2024

It was a day with a difference for industry icons Salim-Javed, who transformed Hindi cinema in the 1970s with films like Zanjeer, Sholay, Deewar and Don, when their families got together to hail them on stage.

How Don Got Its Breathless Pace

How Don Got Its Breathless Pace

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

'While shooting the Don song, Chandra Barot ordered 30-40 paans and insisted Amitabh Bachchan eat them all.'

'Why Haven't Amitabh, Salman, Shah Rukh Learnt Marathi?'

'Why Haven't Amitabh, Salman, Shah Rukh Learnt Marathi?'

Rediff.com4 Jul 2025

'There are tall personalities who have utilised Mumbai and Maharashtra for their career growth, but they never thought it is their responsibility to learn Marathi.'

Celebrating #Father'sDay: 'To The Man Who Raised Me'

Celebrating #Father'sDay: 'To The Man Who Raised Me'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

Film folk took to social media to share adorable pictures and messages for her daddies on #HappyFathersDay.

'I'm Not Who I Was When I Wrote Deewaar'

'I'm Not Who I Was When I Wrote Deewaar'

Rediff.com30 Jan 2025

'We didn't create the Angry Young Man persona for Amitabh Bachchan.' 'We created the Vijay persona and then Amitabh Bachchan fitted into it.'

Why Javed Akhtar feels Taliban and Hindu extremists are same

Why Javed Akhtar feels Taliban and Hindu extremists are same

Rediff.com15 Sep 2021

The noted screenwriter and lyricist said he finds many commonalities between the mindsets of the Taliban and the Hindu right-wing.

What's Rishi Sunak Doing In India?

What's Rishi Sunak Doing In India?

Rediff.com3 Feb 2025

Britain's former prime minister was spotted at the JLF on Saturday and at the Wankhede on Sunday.

Shabana Azmi-Javed Akhtar's lunch with Robert de Niro

Shabana Azmi-Javed Akhtar's lunch with Robert de Niro

Rediff.com6 Nov 2013

De Niro is in India for Tehelka's Think Festival in Goa, which begins later this week. This is the actor's first visit to India.

Aamir To Do A Superhero Film

Aamir To Do A Superhero Film

Rediff.com5 Jun 2025

Aamir is also reuniting with PK Director Rajkumar Hirani for a biopic on Dadasaheb Phalke, the Father of Indian Cinema.

Birthday Special: Javed Akhtar at 70, the man, the magic, the milestone

Birthday Special: Javed Akhtar at 70, the man, the magic, the milestone

Rediff.com16 Jan 2015

The Bollywood stalwart turns 70 on January 17.

Tamannaah Wears The Colour of 2025

Tamannaah Wears The Colour of 2025

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

Shilpa gets sweaty... Huma meets Jared... Disha performs in Dubai...

Javed Akhtar pens song for CRPF; Prez to unveil it

Javed Akhtar pens song for CRPF; Prez to unveil it

Rediff.com23 Feb 2014

Renowned lyricist Javed Akhtar has penned a patriotic and valour-filled song for the country's largest paramilitary force CRPF, which is celebrating its 75th year of raising this year.

Paying Homage To Shyam Babu

Paying Homage To Shyam Babu

Rediff.com30 Dec 2024

Actors, directors and admirers mourned legendary filmmaker Shyam Benegal on Saturday evening.

Farhan-Shibani-Anusha Play Holi

Farhan-Shibani-Anusha Play Holi

Rediff.com26 Mar 2024

Like every year, Shabana Azmi and Javed Akhtar hosted a Holi party at their Mumbai home, Janki Kutir, and invited family and friends over.

Never said we'd change Constitution for Muslim quota: Shivakumar

Never said we'd change Constitution for Muslim quota: Shivakumar

Rediff.com25 Mar 2025

Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D K Shivakumar denied on Monday making any comments regarding changing the Constitution to accommodate four per cent reservation for Muslims in the state. He claimed he was "misquoted" and warned of moving a breach of privilege motion. Shivakumar's remarks came after the BJP forced repeated adjournments in the Lok Sabha over his alleged comments on the matter. The BJP has accused Shivakumar of seeking to change the Constitution for political gain, highlighting the ongoing controversy surrounding reservation policies in India.

Javed Akhtar: I couldn't get up from the bed or lie down

Javed Akhtar: I couldn't get up from the bed or lie down

Rediff.com5 Dec 2013

Javed Akhtar had the most terrifying experience of his life when he lost the power of his limbs for some time.

Javed Akhtar, Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy to make a song for Swacch Bharat

Javed Akhtar, Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy to make a song for Swacch Bharat

Rediff.com6 Jul 2015

'For a very long time, we have felt the need for another anthem song that binds that whole nation together,' Baabul Supriyo says.