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Why Gadar Is Releasing in Theatres Again

Why Gadar Is Releasing in Theatres Again

Rediff.com7 Jun 2023

The original Gadar: Ek Prem Katha has been re-mastered at a cost of Rs 2 crore (Rs 20 million). Not only that, the newly enhanced viewing experience will have extra scenes that were not a part of the film when it originally released.

'The day I wrote Lagaan, I had an inkling it would work in a big way'

'The day I wrote Lagaan, I had an inkling it would work in a big way'

Rediff.com16 Jun 2011

Filmmaker Ashutosh Gowariker looks back at his Lagaan experience.

Raigad police quiz Edelweiss MD, officials for 8 hours

Raigad police quiz Edelweiss MD, officials for 8 hours

Rediff.com8 Aug 2023

ECL Finance Company MD and three officials were on Tuesday quizzed for nearly eight hours by the Raigad police in Maharashtra probing the alleged suicide of film art director Nitin Desai, an official said.

Loan Default: Nitin Desai Lost Control Of Studio

Loan Default: Nitin Desai Lost Control Of Studio

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

The financial creditor had approached district authorities in Raigad to take possession of ND Studio a few months ago.

Will Sonam's 'Dream' Ever Come True?

Will Sonam's 'Dream' Ever Come True?

Rediff.com27 Sep 2023

Sonam Kapoor feels film-makers prefer to cast her in girl-next-door parts rather than giving her a chance to star in movies that will need her to wear heavy costumes and jewellery.

'People still call me Kachra'

'People still call me Kachra'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2021

'The character is so popular that even now, there is a new meme on me every day.'

Nothing beats Lagaan!

Nothing beats Lagaan!

Rediff.com16 Aug 2003

Nitin Desai suicide: Edelweiss Group chairman, 4 others booked for abetment

Nitin Desai suicide: Edelweiss Group chairman, 4 others booked for abetment

Rediff.com5 Aug 2023

Edelweiss ARC, in a statement, denied that any undue pressure was brought to bear on Desai for loan recovery.

When Aamir pierced his ears...

When Aamir pierced his ears...

Rediff.com20 Jun 2021

On Lagaan's 20th anniversary, we bring back Aamir Khan's views expressed in an exclusive interview to Rediff.com Contributor Haresh Pandya in February 2000.

Nitin Desai started delaying loan repayment from 2018 end: Edelweiss to HC

Nitin Desai started delaying loan repayment from 2018 end: Edelweiss to HC

Rediff.com18 Aug 2023

The petitioners had sought interim order of protection from any coercive action and for the probe to be stayed in the case pending the hearing of their pleas.

Rahman, Ranveer Rock Ahmedabad

Rahman, Ranveer Rock Ahmedabad

Rediff.com29 May 2022

Back-up dancers in lovely Indian wear decorated the stage with beautiful moves as Rahman sang Rang de Basanti, Chale Chalo from Lagaan and Jai Ho from Slumdog Millionaire.

Review: Kacchey Limbu Is Raw

Review: Kacchey Limbu Is Raw

Rediff.com19 May 2023

From an observation of middle class insecurities and parents burdening their children with their dreams, the film becomes an underdog story, notes Deepa Gahlot.

Role of creditors to be probed in Nitin Desai death case: Fadnavis

Role of creditors to be probed in Nitin Desai death case: Fadnavis

Rediff.com3 Aug 2023

Shelar demanded that Desai's death should not be treated just as a case of accidental death, but must be dealt with from a larger perspective.

AR Rahman dedicates this hit song to Dhoni...

AR Rahman dedicates this hit song to Dhoni...

Rediff.com16 Apr 2021

Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman has dedicated the hit song Chale Chalo from the movie Lagaan to Chennai Super Kings skipper Mahendra Singh Dhoni as the song motivates teammates to play together.

Celebrating Lagaan, 10 years on

Celebrating Lagaan, 10 years on

Rediff.com15 Jun 2011

Lagaan completes 10 years today.

Sholay & Lagaan: India's Best?

Sholay & Lagaan: India's Best?

Rediff.com3 Jun 2005

'What happens when a Marathi manoos takes a loan'

'What happens when a Marathi manoos takes a loan'

Rediff.com4 Aug 2023

'He said the N D Studios wasn't functioning, shootings were not happening.'

Police find Nitin Desai's voice notes critical of creditor firm

Police find Nitin Desai's voice notes critical of creditor firm

Rediff.com3 Aug 2023

In one of these clips or voice notes, he is heard stating that his company could not come out of the financial crisis it was facing because of the procedure adopted by the financial services firm.

'Nitin Desai was full of energy and life'

'Nitin Desai was full of energy and life'

Rediff.com2 Aug 2023

'For me, Nitin Chandrakant Desai will always be associated with masti-mazaak.'

The FUN FUN Movie Quiz!

The FUN FUN Movie Quiz!

Rediff.com5 May 2021

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

Guess Who Was First Choice For Pushpa!

Guess Who Was First Choice For Pushpa!

Rediff.com29 Jan 2022

'Mahesh Babu has made a vow not to play anti-social characters.'

Indian start-ups may take legal route against Google in-app billing

Indian start-ups may take legal route against Google in-app billing

Rediff.com10 Apr 2023

Scrutiny of Google's code of conduct in the Indian Android ecosystem is far from over with several start-ups preparing to appeal against the company's revised policies of service fee on in-app purchases and subscriptions, according to sources in the know. This comes days after the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT) granted partial relief to the tech giant, reversing four of the 10 key non-monetary directives that would have forced Google to allow uninstalling of its pre-installed apps on Android devices. Paytm, BharatMatrimony, and ShareChat are among the start-ups that are likely to file grievances against the tech major for alleged non-compliance with the Competition Commission of India's (CCI's) cease-and-desist order on Play Store policies.

'IPL main chance hai kya?'

'IPL main chance hai kya?'

Rediff.com20 May 2022

'He looks in good nick. Probably needs to spend a little more time on his footwork, but should get into most teams.'

90 UNFORGETTABLE Asha Bhosle Songs

90 UNFORGETTABLE Asha Bhosle Songs

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

Much, much, much before Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani fussed over What Jhumka, Asha Bhosle trilled in her alluring voice and teased us with tantalising details about the events leading to her precious Jhumka's loss. Sukanya Verma celebrates the singing legend who turns 90 on September 8.

Aamir To Remake Spanish Film

Aamir To Remake Spanish Film

Rediff.com15 Jun 2022

Subhash K Jha gives you the lowdown on what's going on in showbiz.

Bollywood's Cricket Movies

Bollywood's Cricket Movies

Rediff.com9 Nov 2021

How well do Cricket movies fare at the box office?

'We've built over 60 sets for Heera Mandi'

'We've built over 60 sets for Heera Mandi'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

'At a time when there's a lot of conversation happening around how AI has made art directors and production designers jobless, we will simply say that if your work speaks for you, you will never be out of work.'

Just how SUCCESSFUL are SPORTS films?

Just how SUCCESSFUL are SPORTS films?

Rediff.com25 Mar 2021

As Parineeti Chopra brings Saina Nehwal's story on screen, Joginder Tuteja takes a look at how well Bollywood's sports movies have done at the box office.

'When you bring Oscar to India, please let me touch it'

'When you bring Oscar to India, please let me touch it'

Rediff.com20 Jan 2023

On January 24, when the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announces the Oscar nominees for 2023, it would be a surprise if RRR doesn't make the cut, declares Vanita Kohli-Khandekar.

The BOLLYWOOD QUIZ CHALLENGE!

The BOLLYWOOD QUIZ CHALLENGE!

Rediff.com13 Aug 2020

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

10 Life Lessons From Aamir Khan

10 Life Lessons From Aamir Khan

Rediff.com9 Aug 2022

If he wasn't an actor, Aamir Khan could have made an excellent life coach.

Will Hrithik ace Sunny Deol's act in Gadar? VOTE!

Will Hrithik ace Sunny Deol's act in Gadar? VOTE!

Rediff.com14 Jun 2021

While Ayushmann Khurrana gets our nod to play Aamir Khan in Lagaan, it's time to recast the team of Gadar.

Federer wants you to recommend Bollywood classics

Federer wants you to recommend Bollywood classics

Rediff.com2 Oct 2019

Tennis great Roger Federer sent Indian film buffs on social media into a tizzy as he asked for suggestions of Bollywood classics.

'Maybe Hollywood wasn't for me'

'Maybe Hollywood wasn't for me'

Rediff.com25 Jul 2023

'I never got respect as an actress.' 'But when I became a director and worked with actresses like Cate Blanchett and Jessica Chastain, I felt such pride of being an actress.'

When India Showed Up For The Oscars

When India Showed Up For The Oscars

Rediff.com8 Mar 2023

Sukanya Verma goes down memory lane to recap the desi sightings at the Oscars.

Washy is making Gabba dance to his tunes

Washy is making Gabba dance to his tunes

Rediff.com11 May 2021

India's young spinner Washington Sundar makes most of his free time as he teaches his pet Gabba some tricks.

#20YearsOfGadar: 9 LESSER KNOWN Facts

#20YearsOfGadar: 9 LESSER KNOWN Facts

Rediff.com15 Jun 2021

Joginder Tuteja lists some lesser known facts about this blockbuster starring Sunny Deol and Ameesha Patel.

Shah Rukh Khan's BIGGEST career mistakes

Shah Rukh Khan's BIGGEST career mistakes

Rediff.com3 Nov 2020

Subhash K Jha brings you the superstar's biggest career mistakes: The 5 films he said no to.

Remember Gracy Singh?

Remember Gracy Singh?

Rediff.com28 Aug 2018

The lady from Lagaan and Munnabhai MBBS is back -- in a different avatar.