News for 'lata-mangeshkar'

'Didi looked after us like a father'

'Didi looked after us like a father'

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

'We cannot thank her enough for what she has done for us.'

Shubham's Lovely Gift To Lata Didi

Shubham's Lovely Gift To Lata Didi

Rediff.com6 Feb 2023

The song, he believes, that perfectly epitomises Lata Mangeshkar's spirit is Rahe Na Rahe Hum from the 1996 film, Mamta, that stars Dharmendra, Suchitra Sen and Ashok Kumar.

Bakulesh's Perfect Song For Lata Didi

Bakulesh's Perfect Song For Lata Didi

Rediff.com4 Feb 2023

One of Bakulesh Trivedi's favourite songs, which he hums regularly, is Rahe Na Rahe Hum, from the 1966 film, Mamta.

The 'Irreplaceable' Lady In Dev Anand's Life

The 'Irreplaceable' Lady In Dev Anand's Life

Rediff.com28 Sep 2024

'She is the gorgeous Lata, the love of my life.'

Shreya Sings Naina Barse For Lataji

Shreya Sings Naina Barse For Lataji

Rediff.com22 Oct 2022

The young singer sings Lata Mangeshkar's memorable song from Woh Kaun Thi.

30 RD Burman Gems You May Not Have Heard

30 RD Burman Gems You May Not Have Heard

Rediff.com4 Jan 2024

Sukanya Verma remembers the Boss in 30 of his underrated, overlooked gems in Hindi film music.

'Lataji wanted her voice to be part of the Ram Mandir'

'Lataji wanted her voice to be part of the Ram Mandir'

Rediff.com21 Jan 2024

'I would like to leave behind my small contribution for the historic day when the Ram temple will be consecrated.'

42 Years On... Where Are Kapil's Devils Now?

42 Years On... Where Are Kapil's Devils Now?

Rediff.com25 Jun 2025

42 years of World Cup triumph: A Day that made Indian cricket what it is

Yet Another Honour For Amitabh Bachchan

Yet Another Honour For Amitabh Bachchan

Rediff.com25 Apr 2024

Amitabh Bachchan was honoured with the Lata Deenanath Mangeshkar Award at a ceremony in Mumbai's Dinanath Mangeshkar Natyagrih.

'Despite Massive Success, We Know So Little About Him'

'Despite Massive Success, We Know So Little About Him'

Rediff.com18 Aug 2025

'If you watch songs like Acha Ji Main Haari Chalo Maan Jao Na, Lag Ja Gale or Jhumka Gira Re, you'll notice they're not just a distraction. There's a story unfolding within them.'

Lata Mangeshkar: I just couldn't bear to hear myself sing

Lata Mangeshkar: I just couldn't bear to hear myself sing

Rediff.com28 Sep 2015

Singing doyen Lata Mangeshkar, who turns 86 today, September 28, looks back at her glorious singing career with Subhash K Jha.

Did You Know Mukesh Sang These Songs?

Did You Know Mukesh Sang These Songs?

Rediff.com22 Jul 2025

Because of Mukesh's much-hailed association with Raj Kapoor, it is often overlooked that the singer has also scored hits with almost all major heroes. On Mukesh's 102nd birth anniversary on July 22, Dinesh Raheja recalls some of his classic songs.

How Lata, Rafi played role in liberation of Dadra and Nagar Haveli

How Lata, Rafi played role in liberation of Dadra and Nagar Haveli

Rediff.com2 Sep 2024

Dadra and Nagar Haveli, now a Union Territory, were occupied by the Portuguese in 1783 and 1785, respectively. They continued to be ruled by the Portuguese till an armed revolution liberated them, and the Tricolour was unfurled at Silvassa on 2 August 1954.

Vivek Sings Lataji's Song... With A Twist

Vivek Sings Lataji's Song... With A Twist

Rediff.com5 Oct 2022

His favourite Lata Mangeshkar song is Dil Hoom Hoom Kare.

'To tamper with Didi's voice is unthinkable'

'To tamper with Didi's voice is unthinkable'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2024

'Didi would always say, 'Why would these young talented singers want to do my songs? Originality has very long legs.' I wonder what she would have to say about this new technology that threatens to tamper with the voices of the singing greats.'

'Manoj Kumar Was Upset With Me'

'Manoj Kumar Was Upset With Me'

Rediff.com7 Apr 2025

'It is true Manoj Kumar was an excellent director with an unbeatable music sense.' 'But I had a bad experience regarding the song Hai Hai Yeh Majboori.'

The Story Behind Chalte Chalte Mere Yeh Geet Yaad Rakhna

The Story Behind Chalte Chalte Mere Yeh Geet Yaad Rakhna

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

'Bappi Lahiri was looking for a break so he and his father would meet me.' 'I told Director Bhisham Kohli about this promising young boy from Kolkata, and Bappi came over with his harmonium.' 'Bappi played this composition and Bhisham liked it immediately.' 'As we were discussing, I said I would give the words, and that's how I wrote this song.'

Rajani Kagra Sings Her Favourite Lata Song

Rajani Kagra Sings Her Favourite Lata Song

Rediff.com1 Oct 2022

Rajani Kagra sings for Lata Mangeshkar.

Imran Khan leads Pakistan in paying tributes to Lataji

Imran Khan leads Pakistan in paying tributes to Lataji

Rediff.com7 Feb 2022

'End of a golden era'

'Patriots And Artists Like Him Never Die'

'Patriots And Artists Like Him Never Die'

Rediff.com4 Apr 2025

'He will eternally be remembered as Mr Bharat for always reminding us about roti, kapada aur kisaan.' 'Our integrity and patriotism. Our culture and our roots.'

What Sushant Singh Rajput Had Wanted

What Sushant Singh Rajput Had Wanted

Rediff.com10 Dec 2024

'I never want to play a character that sends out the wrong message.'

Lata-S D Burman: 9 Hidden Gems

Lata-S D Burman: 9 Hidden Gems

Rediff.com3 Oct 2023

What Music! What Songs!

Why This Sari Means So Much To Vidya Balan

Why This Sari Means So Much To Vidya Balan

Rediff.com25 Apr 2023

'As a new actress, I was watching Lata Mangeshkar with awe at an event. Later, I mustered the courage to call her. I heard her divine voice on the phone, she sent me a sari home and it was a boon to me.'

The Composer Who Made Lataji Faint

The Composer Who Made Lataji Faint

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

'Salilda and my brother Hridaynath would deliberately make my compositions tough.' 'Their logic was, "You can do it, so why should we not compose accordingly?",' Lata Mangeshkar, who would have turned 94 today, September 28, 2023, once told Subhash K Jha.

End of a golden era: Pak skipper pays tribute to Lata

End of a golden era: Pak skipper pays tribute to Lata

Rediff.com6 Feb 2022

Babar Azam called Lata Mangeshkar an 'unparalleled icon'

'Devdas Made People Realise I Could Act'

'Devdas Made People Realise I Could Act'

Rediff.com22 May 2025

'I saw Bimal Roy's Devdas again a few years ago, almost 50 years after it had been made.' 'I found it very intelligently made; the scenes flowed so beautifully.' 'There is just one scene with both Suchitra Sen and me in the film, and it's beautiful.'

'Some want her saris, others want a bangle...'

'Some want her saris, others want a bangle...'

Rediff.com4 Oct 2023

'The key to her cupboard is with me. People have been requesting me to open it.' 'I've made it very clear. Nothing in her room or cupboard will be touched as long as I am there.'

Dom's Take: Alvida, Lata Didi!

Dom's Take: Alvida, Lata Didi!

Rediff.com7 Feb 2022

Dominic Xavier pays tribute to The Amazing Lata Mangeshkar.

'What An Engineer Earns In A Month, We Earn In 2 Hours'

'What An Engineer Earns In A Month, We Earn In 2 Hours'

Rediff.com21 Jan 2025

'The more popular, the more work, the more money.'

When Lataji Didn't Sing For Raj Kapoor

When Lataji Didn't Sing For Raj Kapoor

Rediff.com15 Dec 2023

'Hamara aur Rajsaab ka bahot gehra aur toot bandhan tha. Hum bahot ladte the (we used to fight a lot) but he could make me bend my rules for him.;

Why Dilip Kumar Never Sang In Mughal-e-Azam

Why Dilip Kumar Never Sang In Mughal-e-Azam

Rediff.com13 May 2025

'K Asifsaab was very definite that 'woh Hindustan ka honewala Badshah hai -- woh gana nahin gayega.'

Rekha's Revelations On The Great Indian Kapil Show

Rekha's Revelations On The Great Indian Kapil Show

Rediff.com9 Dec 2024

Amitabh Bachchan did not make an appearance in The Great India Kapil Show, featuring Rekha as its special guest, but his presence was felt throughout. Even though she never once mentioned his name, Rekha shared her thoughts quite clearly.

In Ayodhya, Modi stops for tea at Ujjwala beneficiary's house

In Ayodhya, Modi stops for tea at Ujjwala beneficiary's house

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

"The tea is good but it is a little too sweet," Prime Minister Narendra Modi told Meera who was elated to host the surprise guest at her house near the Lata Mangeshkar Chowk here on Saturday.

25 Movie Gems I Am Proud Of

25 Movie Gems I Am Proud Of

Rediff.com12 Sep 2024

'Here are 25 stories special to me for one reason too many,' says Sukanya Verma who scored 25 years writing about the movies last week.

How Manoj Kumar Became Mr Bharat

How Manoj Kumar Became Mr Bharat

Rediff.com5 Apr 2025

Shaheed was Manoj Kumar's first patriotic success. This small-budget black-and-white film had enormous impact, besides laying the foundation for Manoj's famous flag-waving Mr Bharat image that was strengthened by a string of subsequent films like Upkar, Purab Aur Paschim and Kranti.

Raj Kapoor@100: The Woman's Director

Raj Kapoor@100: The Woman's Director

Rediff.com14 Dec 2024

Dinesh Raheja views Raj Kapoor's cinema through his women, while celebrating his birth centenary on December 14.

Lataji's brother: 'Don't want memorial at Shivaji Park'

Lataji's brother: 'Don't want memorial at Shivaji Park'

Rediff.com11 Feb 2022

'We, the Mangeshkar family, don't wish to be drawn into this controversy and this controversy should end and politics on Didi's name must be stopped.'

A part of me feels lost: Sachin pays tribute to 'Lata didi'

A part of me feels lost: Sachin pays tribute to 'Lata didi'

Rediff.com6 Feb 2022

Sporting stars condole Mangeshkar's demise, say her legacy will remain forever

Ayodhya adorned with 30-ft pillars with orb resembling the Sun

Ayodhya adorned with 30-ft pillars with orb resembling the Sun

Rediff.com27 Dec 2023

As Ayodhya gears up for the consecration ceremony at the Ram temple next month, a set of imposing sun-themed pillars -- 'Surya Stambhs' -- are being installed along a prominent road of the temple town.

'The world of music lost its mother'

'The world of music lost its mother'

Rediff.com8 Feb 2022

'Lata didi's voice was as pure as a bell that rings in a temple.'