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Madhubala at Madame Tussauds

Madhubala at Madame Tussauds

Rediff.com25 Jul 2017

The legendary actress will be the first figure from the classical world of Indian cinema to be displayed at the waxworks museum.

When KK had India going DIL MAANGE MORE

When KK had India going DIL MAANGE MORE

Rediff.com6 Jun 2022

'There was so much grace, depth and serenity in him.'

The Magic of Asha Bhosle

The Magic of Asha Bhosle

Rediff.com8 Sep 2021

Do you know Ashaji crooned a seductive night club song, Zooby Zooby Je L'aime Vous for An Evening In Paris?

Tributes pour in for Lata Mangeshkar from Pakistan

Tributes pour in for Lata Mangeshkar from Pakistan

Rediff.com6 Feb 2022

Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan, eminent personalities, politicians described Lata Mangeshkar as the "nightingale of the subcontinent"

5 films where Rishi Kapoor rocked it

5 films where Rishi Kapoor rocked it

Rediff.com17 May 2020

When Rishi sang and danced, nothing else mattered.

Filmi Family Tree: Know Kishoreda's world-renowned filmmaker relative?

Filmi Family Tree: Know Kishoreda's world-renowned filmmaker relative?

Rediff.com15 Apr 2014

Think you know everything about your favourite Bollywood stars? Test your gyaan here!

Google celebrates KL Saigal's birthday with a doodle

Google celebrates KL Saigal's birthday with a doodle

Rediff.com11 Apr 2018

The doodle is designed by Vidhya Nagarajan.

Gulzar: 5 Memorable Songs

Gulzar: 5 Memorable Songs

Rediff.com18 Aug 2020

As Gulzar turns 86 on August 18, Subhash K Jha celebrates the iconic figure by picking his five favourite songs.

'The trick is to look forward with excitement, then you're alive all the time'

'The trick is to look forward with excitement, then you're alive all the time'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2022

Varsha Bhosle salutes that effervescent icon of Indian cinema, Dev Anand.

'When he sang, the world stood still and listened'

'When he sang, the world stood still and listened'

Rediff.com25 Sep 2020

'The thing about Balaji was that he brought his own special flavour and energy to every song he sang.' 'In that sense, he was like Kishoreda.'

The musical brilliance of Basu Chatterjee

The musical brilliance of Basu Chatterjee

Rediff.com6 Jun 2020

'Songs are a commercial compromise.' 'I had to invent tricks to fit songs into my films.'

'Manna Dey was too humble for the glamorous Bollywood'

'Manna Dey was too humble for the glamorous Bollywood'

Rediff.com29 Oct 2013

Rinki Roy Bhattacharya, daughter of acclaimed filmmaker Bimal Roy, feels Manna Dey never received the popularity Kishore Kumar or Mohammad Rafi had, as he was too humble for the glamorous world of Bollywood.

Kishore: I am Pranaya Raja in Ulidavaru Kandanthe

Kishore: I am Pranaya Raja in Ulidavaru Kandanthe

Rediff.com28 Mar 2014

Kishore is one of the five main characters in Rakshit Shetty's Ulidavaru Kandanthe.

The MOST MEMORABLE roles of Pran

The MOST MEMORABLE roles of Pran

Rediff.com13 Jul 2013

At the peak of his popularity and charisma, filmmakers considered him a bigger draw than the leading man and often remunerated him with a higher fee than the hero.

'Before RD died, he called me and said, I desperately need work'

'Before RD died, he called me and said, "I desperately need work"'

Rediff.com28 Jun 2021

'Pancham was way ahead of his times. Picture chale na chale, RD's music was damn good.'

Why Hrishida Made HAPPY FILMS

Why Hrishida Made HAPPY FILMS

Rediff.com30 Sep 2021

'To keep laughing is the most important thing in life.'

VOTE: Alia, Kareena, Priyanka? Who's the better singer?

VOTE: Alia, Kareena, Priyanka? Who's the better singer?

Rediff.com24 Jan 2014

Take this fun poll now!

Manna Dey, the unparalleled musical genius

Manna Dey, the unparalleled musical genius

Rediff.com24 Oct 2013

The legendary singer's contribution to the golden era of Hindi films is unparalleled.

The WORST South Indian accents in Hindi films? VOTE!

The WORST South Indian accents in Hindi films? VOTE!

Rediff.com18 Jun 2013

Deepika Padukone's accent in Chennai Express has received a lot of flak from the critics.

Tamil film Vettai to be remade in Telugu as Tadakha

Tamil film Vettai to be remade in Telugu as Tadakha

Rediff.com6 May 2013

The Telugu version will have Naga Chaitanya, Sunil, Tamannaah Bhatia and Andrea Jeremiah in the lead.

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.

Saying goodbye to the ones we lost in 2020

Saying goodbye to the ones we lost in 2020

Rediff.com28 Dec 2020

Subhash K Jha remembers the dear departed.

VOTE: Is the spanking new Naino Mein Sapna better?

VOTE: Is the spanking new Naino Mein Sapna better?

Rediff.com8 Feb 2013

Take the fun poll!

Why it took 42 YEARS to release Joy Mukherjee's Love In Bombay

Why it took 42 YEARS to release Joy Mukherjee's Love In Bombay

Rediff.com30 Jul 2013

Munjoy Mukherjee discloses his reasons for releasing his father's film.

Why Bob Dylan's music mattered to India

Why Bob Dylan's music mattered to India

Rediff.com24 Jul 2021

The unconventional music of the Nobel Laureate might have nothing connecting Indians to it, but there is a reason he has a following here, notes T C A Srinivasa Raghavan.

Farewell, Nimmi

Farewell, Nimmi

Rediff.com26 Mar 2020

Nimmi, the legendary actress, passed away at her Mumbai home on Wednesday, March 25.

Militants attack police party in Sopore, civilian killed

Militants attack police party in Sopore, civilian killed

Rediff.com24 Mar 2013

Militants on Sunday attacked a police party in a busy market area of Sopore town in North Kashmir's Baramulla district, leaving a civilian dead and a policeman critically injured, the fourth attack on security forces in the state this month.

10 Memorable Meet Cutes of Bollywood

10 Memorable Meet Cutes of Bollywood

Rediff.com27 Apr 2020

At a time when human contact seems is at its lowest, two people meeting for the first time oblivious to their romantic future together is alluring than ever.

'I never imagined I would get as much as I have'

'I never imagined I would get as much as I have'

Rediff.com7 Feb 2022

'If I were to live a thousand years, I could not repay the gratitude I feel.' 'To receive love is the greatest thing.' 'What more in life could you wish for?'

ICA elections: Former players Azad and Gaekwad set for battle

ICA elections: Former players Azad and Gaekwad set for battle

Rediff.com10 Oct 2019

The main fight during the three-day Indian Cricketers' Association election will be between former cricketers Kirti Azad and Anshuman Gaekwad to become the male representative nominee to the BCCI Apex Council.

Is my portfolio good?'

Is my portfolio good?'

Rediff.com31 Jan 2022

Ajit Mishra, vice president, research, Religare Broking, answers your queries.

2 gold plates, $1 million seized in poll-bound Bihar

2 gold plates, $1 million seized in poll-bound Bihar

Rediff.com1 Oct 2015

Around $1 million (Rs 6.63 crore) was seized from two persons here as police intensified vehicle checking in Bihar which is gearing up for the assembly elections, the police said on Thursday.

Vettai remake in Telugu

Vettai remake in Telugu

Rediff.com18 Jun 2012

Get yourlowdown on what's happening in Telugu cinema.

39 facts you must know about Dhoni

39 facts you must know about Dhoni

Rediff.com17 Aug 2020

There are many interesting facts and stats about Dhoni's fabulous career.

Is the Saregama Carvaan Mini meant for you?

Is the Saregama Carvaan Mini meant for you?

Rediff.com4 Nov 2018

The most impressive thing about the speaker is that you can raise the volume to a level adequate for a party without it crackling, says Khalid Anzar.

Why old Hindi songs rock commercials

Why old Hindi songs rock commercials

Rediff.com20 Feb 2012

Here's some interesting trivia.

EC says Mamata's injuries due to security lapses

EC says Mamata's injuries due to security lapses

Rediff.com14 Mar 2021

The EC concluded that Banerjee sustained injuries due to lapse on part of her security in charge.

Lessons from Bollywood: How to entertain children

Lessons from Bollywood: How to entertain children

Rediff.com15 Apr 2020

Sukanya Verma lists memorable instances of stars entertaining kids over the years.

When Raj Kapoor burnt his hand for Mahendra Kapoor

When Raj Kapoor burnt his hand for Mahendra Kapoor

Rediff.com10 Jan 2012

Singer Mahendra Kapoor, who sang the famous song Mere Desh Ki Dharti, would have been 78 on January 9. We pay tribute.

92 Facts You Didn't Know About Pran: Part III

92 Facts You Didn't Know About Pran: Part III

Rediff.com26 Apr 2012

Continuing our special Nostalgia series on veteran actor Pran, we highlight some more interesting facts from the legend's life.