One of India's greatest music legends, Pandit Jasraj leaves behind a storied legacy spanning almost eight decades.
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Singing legend Lata Mangeshkar remembers the legend.
The face of Indian haute couture was honoured with one of France's highest civilian awards yesterday, for her contribution to the world of fashion. We bring you the lowdown, along with a look at some of her hottest catwalk creations.
We asked readers whether the superstar deserved a Bharat Ratna, and they were quite unanimous about their say.
'If a hero wanted Mr Rafi to sing for him, naturally it had to be him.' 'Then if it was Dilip Kumar, who is a soft-spoken man, he naturally wanted Talat Mehmood.' 'Raj Kapoor wanted only Mukesh. Now you tell me, where did I stand a chance?'
Modi was on his first visit to Ayodhya after he laid the foundation stone of a Ram temple at the once disputed Ram Janmabhoomi site on August 5, 2020.
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Indian American children have dominated the Scripps Howard Spelling Bee in the United States since the turn of the new century. Long before this impressive trail of triumphs began, way back in 1985, Balu Natarajan became the first Indian American child to win the Spelling Bee. Rediff.com US Contributor Abhijit Masih catches up with Dr Natarajan as the 2021 Spelling Bee takes off this weekend.
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The veteran singer talks about her 2011 calendar, Tere Sur Aur Mere Geet, a collector's item.
Expect plenty of fireworks on May 1 this year as the state celebrates 50 years of its formation.
There is no record of Hridaynath Mangeshkar being sacked by the AIR, Raut said.
Lata Mangeshkar recalls her favourite moments with Sachin Tendulkar.
Sachin Tendulkar has been a role model for a whole generation of cricketers but when it comes to deriving inspiration for himself, the batting great says he looks up to three Bollywood icons. Tendulkar said the passion and energy that legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan and melody queens Lata Mangeshkar and Asha Bhonsle put behind their performance make them really inspiring.
Pancham, like his father, was besotted by Lata Mangeshkar's voice and his career's finest songs were reserved only for her.
Shaktikanta Das is a master of the finest balancing act who listens to all but takes his own decisions, discovers Tamal Bandyopadhyay.
The award, which was announced after a gap of seven years, was presented to 87-year-old Joshi by an Additional Secretary of the Home Ministry.
'Among the many composing geniuses, who created beautiful tunes for me to sing, Khayyamsaab was the last to remain alive.'
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Singer Shilpa Rao sings her favourite Lata Mangeshkar song.
Sunidhi Chauhan tells us why it's always a pleasure to meet Lataji. Continuing our Lata Mangeshkar Special series.
'There are hardly singers who could put life into a song the way Mohammad Aziz did.' Lata Mangeshkar, Alka Yagnik, Rajesh Roshan and Anu Malik remember the versatile singer who passed into the ages on November 27.
On the actress' fourth death anniversary, Subhash K Jha selects his favourites.
The grand finale, which was held in Mumbai's Andheri Sports Complex on November 24, saw thousands of fans cheering the participants.
'I don't miss having a child because Saab is like a child.'
There are so many female-oriented movies, from Mother India to Arth to Pink. But there are some absolute gems that never got their due.
Lata Mangeshkar tells us how she's famous for singing spooky songs!
Lata Mangeshkar has sung for a wide range of actresses. Her songs include evergreen classics and popular chartbusters through the years. The singing legend turns 80 today, September 28. We celebrate the veteran with some of her unforgettable songs.
The Queen of Dandiya dedicates a song to the Empress of Melody, who turns 80 on September 20.
Legendary actress Kamini Kaushal recalls her long association with the amazing Lata Mangeshkar.
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Celebrate the Legend's 80th birthday by recording a song on Rediff IShare.
The actor-turned director will receive a special award from Master Dinanath Mangeshkar Smruti Pratisthan for his contribution to Indian cinema.
'There are so many actors and films that have influenced the lives of millions.'
S P Balasubrahmanyam sang songs about life and loss with enough soul to break your heart, notes Sukanya Verma.
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