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Love Aaj Kal Review

Love Aaj Kal Review

Rediff.com14 Feb 2020

'A poorly conceived reboot that's overlong, overdramatic and overdone, Love Aaj Kal simply cannot differentiate between pyaar and parody,' says Sukanya Verma.

Why did Michael Kors pay $1.2 billion for Jimmy Choos?

Why did Michael Kors pay $1.2 billion for Jimmy Choos?

Rediff.com26 Jul 2017

15 iconic Jimmy Choo designs that tell us exactly why the American fashion company decided to scoop up the upscale British shoe brand.

'We're celebrating Modi becoming prime minister'

'We're celebrating Modi becoming prime minister'

Rediff.com26 Sep 2014

'Americans understand India as an emerging superpower, they do not understand that we'd already arrived.' Indian-American actor Akshay Kapoor, on what to expect at New York's Madison Square Garden on Sunday.

Why Modi suffers from Nehruitis

Why Modi suffers from Nehruitis

Rediff.com9 Mar 2020

'Why does Mr Modi only attack Nehru from the Dynasty?' 'At one level, it is pure politics,' notes Shekhar Gupta.

Neha Dhupia: Can't wait to see Angad change diapers

Neha Dhupia: Can't wait to see Angad change diapers

Rediff.com25 Aug 2018

Neha-Angad are super-cute on the ramp.

Thoovanathumbikal: The masterpiece that got away from its maker

Thoovanathumbikal: The masterpiece that got away from its maker

Rediff.com4 Jan 2021

Padmarajan's Thoovanathumbikal has become a part of Malayali mythology, just as its maker himself now possesses mythological status.

5 tips to nail your Christmas look

5 tips to nail your Christmas look

Rediff.com20 Dec 2016

Pick bright bold colours, stay sexy and win hearts.

'People hated him. People loved him. But people could never ignore him'

'People hated him. People loved him. But people could never ignore him'

Rediff.com29 Jan 2020

'The Congress party hated him because he had not gone to jail, he was not lathi charged, he had not gone on hunger strike.' 'They felt he had lived in London all his life and then he came to India and became an MP and a minister.'

India faces no threat from the Ram temple

India faces no threat from the Ram temple

Rediff.com12 Aug 2020

'Now that the Ram mandir is done, we need to move on. And grapple with COVID-19, a sputtering economy, a belligerent China...' 'The temple may win a few more elections for the BJP, but by itself it won't solve the nation's growing problems of economic and social distress,' notes Virendra Kapoor.

Sabyasachi Mukherjee says fashion is suffering an identity crisis

Sabyasachi Mukherjee says fashion is suffering an identity crisis

Rediff.com22 Sep 2014

We bring you an excerpt from an interview with the master couturier as it appears in the latest edition of Vogue (India).

9 Saree Materials Every Woman Should Own

9 Saree Materials Every Woman Should Own

Rediff.com12 Jan 2015

For people who love wearing sarees or who have to wear them at least for family functions, selecting the right saree material that suits the occasion, season or your body type is always a mystery. Here are some saree materials that we suggest every woman should own.

California mass shooting suspects of Pakistani origin, say reports

California mass shooting suspects of Pakistani origin, say reports

Rediff.com4 Dec 2015

The two young suspects of California shooting are of Pakistani origin, media reports have said even though President Barack Obama has asked people not to rush to a conclusion.

25 GORGEOUS FRAMES of Kareena Kapoor

25 GORGEOUS FRAMES of Kareena Kapoor

Rediff.com21 Sep 2020

On Kareena Kapoor's 40th birthday on September 21, Sukanya Verma handpicks 25 of her most stunning frames from various movies to highlight how she draws our attention in big and small ways.

Buying your first bike? Read this first

Buying your first bike? Read this first

Rediff.com20 Aug 2018

These bikes are a good mixture of style, mileage, performance and affordability, says Rajesh Alva.

Hyundai Elantra is set to re-create a magic

Hyundai Elantra is set to re-create a magic

Rediff.com2 Dec 2016

The Hyundai Elantra is a well-known name in India, thanks to the striking design language used both the times it was introduced in the country, i.e. in the year 2000 and later in 2012. Now Hyundai has decided to launch the sixth generation car in India to re-capture the D-segment sedan throne. Indian automotive website MotorBeam.com got its hands on the car and decided to run the classy sedan through its paces.

Navratri Special: Yami, Kareena, Aishwarya in BLUE

Navratri Special: Yami, Kareena, Aishwarya in BLUE

Rediff.com5 Oct 2016

Dress like your favourite B-town diva this Navratri!

My Floyd Cardoz story

My Floyd Cardoz story

Rediff.com1 Apr 2020

For Chef Thomas Zacharias, Chef Floyd Cardoz, was a partner, mentor. And family.

Priyanka vs Deepika, and other WOW dance-offs

Priyanka vs Deepika, and other WOW dance-offs

Rediff.com27 Sep 2019

Sukanya Verma looks at some of the dance-offs that regaled us in the past.

Bike review: 2016 Triumph Thruxton R

Bike review: 2016 Triumph Thruxton R

Rediff.com21 Jul 2016

We know that the new Thruxton R looks so beautiful that anyone can fall in love with it but its capabilities are best discovered on the roads

Jolt for Subrata Roy, as Aamby Valley goes under the hammer

Jolt for Subrata Roy, as Aamby Valley goes under the hammer

Rediff.com14 Aug 2017

The liquidator said the properties are being sold under two distinct phases over a period of two days

Five talking points from the weekend in La Liga

Five talking points from the weekend in La Liga

Rediff.com1 Apr 2019

Barcelona beat local rivals Espanyol 2-0 in the Catalan derby on Saturday to maintain their 10 point lead at the top of La Liga, while Real Madrid scraped a 3-2 win against bottom side Huesca on Sunday.

Rest in peace, Mushir sahib!

Rest in peace, Mushir sahib!

Rediff.com12 Dec 2018

Mohammad Sajjad salutes the memory of Mushirul Hasan -- historian, thinker, academic, institution builder, -- who passed into the ages this week.

WC qualifiers: England thump Hungary; Spain shocked

WC qualifiers: England thump Hungary; Spain shocked

Rediff.com3 Sep 2021

Summary of World Cup qualifiers played across the world on Thursday

How will brands cut through the clutter to reach their audience?

How will brands cut through the clutter to reach their audience?

Rediff.com4 Nov 2018

As advertising reaches a cacophonous pitch, as it does every year around this time, brands say they are finding newer and more effective ways to reach their audiences.

'I was always drawn to dark fairy tales'

'I was always drawn to dark fairy tales'

Rediff.com26 Jun 2020

'These are cautionary tales, warning you to grow up fast, to be aware of the world around you and make sure that there are no wolves hiding in the shadows.'

Mahagathbandhan of rich, corrupt: Modi slams Opposition

Mahagathbandhan of rich, corrupt: Modi slams Opposition

Rediff.com20 Jan 2019

"The Opposition's mahagathbandhan is an alliance of corruption, negativity and instability. The Opposition has 'dhanshakti' (money power), we have 'janshakti' (people's power)," the prime minister said.

Dileep to play a news anchor in Love 24 X 7

Dileep to play a news anchor in Love 24 X 7

Rediff.com5 May 2015

A lowdown on what's going on in the Malayalam film industry.

Must See: Sona Mohapatra walked like she owned it!

Must See: Sona Mohapatra walked like she owned it!

Rediff.com14 Oct 2016

Showstopper Sona Mohapatra and fashion designers impressed on Day two at Amazon India Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2017.

Like Nalanda, India must remain a melting pot of civilisations

Like Nalanda, India must remain a melting pot of civilisations

Rediff.com29 Aug 2016

Universities must be the bastions of free speech and expression. It must be the arena where diverse and conflicting schools of thought contend. There should be no room for intolerance, prejudice and hatred within the spaces of this institution. Further, it must act as flag-bearer for the coexistence of multiple views, thoughts and philosophies, says Pranab Mukherjee.

PIX: Peru and their fans will be missed

PIX: Peru and their fans will be missed

Rediff.com22 Jun 2018

Peru's entertaining team and their colourful army of joyous fans will be sorely missed at the World Cup after the South Americans fell victim to their old failing in front of goal.

Say bye-bye to those boring black suits...

Say bye-bye to those boring black suits...

Rediff.com3 Dec 2015

'Wearable' outfits for the 'fashion-conscious' modern man.

Here's what makes India strong contender to win WC

Here's what makes India strong contender to win WC

Rediff.com26 May 2019

Wicket-taking is going to play a crucial role in deciding this World Cup.

Exciting new designers you want to check out!

Exciting new designers you want to check out!

Rediff.com30 Mar 2016

Creative and confident, these emerging fashion designers are the future of Indian fashion.

Anything But Khamosh! Shatrughan pens his biography

Anything But Khamosh! Shatrughan pens his biography

Rediff.com4 Dec 2015

A look at the top posts on social media from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

VOTE for the hottest August cover girl

VOTE for the hottest August cover girl

Rediff.com12 Aug 2016

Priyanka's sultry look or Elli Avram's elegance: Take your pick!

Kim vs Padma Lakshmi: Who's the hottest March covergirl?

Kim vs Padma Lakshmi: Who's the hottest March covergirl?

Rediff.com15 Mar 2018

Is Kim's daring debut any match for Padmalakshmi or Vaani Kapoor?

Dukes ball: Swing king Anderson's weapon of choice

Dukes ball: Swing king Anderson's weapon of choice

Rediff.com1 Aug 2019

368 of James Anderson's 575 Test wickets have come on home soil, where the Dukes ball has been the default during his long career.

The man who changed football

The man who changed football

Rediff.com26 Mar 2016

'Generations of football fans will eternally be grateful to Johan Cruyff and what he did for the beautiful game,' says Aabhas Sharma.

When Astad Deboo wowed Sweden's royalty

When Astad Deboo wowed Sweden's royalty

Rediff.com4 Jun 2015

Padma Shri Astad Deboo, the well-known contemporary Indian dancer, enthralled President Pranab Mukherjee as he settled down after his meetings with business leaders from India and Sweden in Stockholm on Tuesday night.

Trapped between two Indias

Trapped between two Indias

Rediff.com20 Apr 2017

The appointment of Yogi Adityanath as UP CM, the revival of the Ram Temple movement, the elevation of a ban on cow slaughter as a national priority, and the targeting of any social behaviour deemed contrary to a set of narrowly prescribed Indian values point to a social regression that contradicts the inclusive and forward-looking impulse that underlies Modi's vision of a modern India.