News for 'motion-picture'

11 brands to market Tees Maar Khan

11 brands to market Tees Maar Khan

Rediff.com24 Dec 2010

Shikha Kapur, senior vice-president (marketing), UTV Motion pictures said, "We have signed exclusive deals with 11 brands to co-promote the movie. While no money will be exchanged, the companies would undertake initiatives to market their brands along with the movie. The total net worth of the deals stand at over Rs 10 crore (Rs 10 billion)."

Johnny Bakshi symbolised the triumph of the outsider in Bollywood

Johnny Bakshi symbolised the triumph of the outsider in Bollywood

Rediff.com7 Sep 2020

Such a person is rare in today's film world, notes Amit Khanna.

'I was scared, thinking I should not hit Salman Khan'

'I was scared, thinking I should not hit Salman Khan'

Rediff.com27 May 2021

'Salman asked me if I would be open to playing a negative character.' 'I told him I would do even a single scene for him.'

From Lincoln to Trump: A look at inaugurations past

From Lincoln to Trump: A look at inaugurations past

Rediff.com18 Jan 2021

From when James Buchanan was sworn in in 1857 to Donald Trump in 2017.

Bollywood-Hollywood to jointly fight piracy

Bollywood-Hollywood to jointly fight piracy

Rediff.com19 Mar 2010

The Indian film industry joined hands with Hollywood on Wednesday to counter piracy.

Did the Oscars pick the perfect hosts?

Did the Oscars pick the perfect hosts?

Rediff.com1 Dec 2010

James Franco and Anne Hathaway are your hosts for 2011 Oscars. Do you like the combo? Tell us!

Media cos oppose tax on copyright services

Media cos oppose tax on copyright services

Rediff.com8 Jul 2010

The finance ministry introduced the tax for the first time on July 1, 2010. PVR Pictures, in its petition, alleged that copyrights are treated as goods and the transfer of copyrights are treated as sale of goods, which falls within the domain of taxation by states under Article 246, and not the Union.

I Am Number Four: Answer to Potter, Twilight?

I Am Number Four: Answer to Potter, Twilight?

Rediff.com18 Feb 2011

Here's a contender designed to fill the void left by the boy wizard and those chaste vampires.

Eva Longoria, Benedict Cumberbatch: A day out in Hollywood

Eva Longoria, Benedict Cumberbatch: A day out in Hollywood

Rediff.com9 Oct 2014

Here's what your favourite Hollywood stars have been up to.

Plunging necklines, frills & thrills at SAG awards

Plunging necklines, frills & thrills at SAG awards

Rediff.com31 Jan 2011

A look at what transpired at the 17th annual Screen Actors Guild Awards in Los Angeles.

Oscars Academy votes out Weinstein for 'sexually predatory behaviour'

Oscars Academy votes out Weinstein for 'sexually predatory behaviour'

Rediff.com15 Oct 2017

In its 90-year history, the Academy has expelled only one other member, and only because 83-year-old Carmine Caridi, an actor, violated specific written rules about sharing screener copies of films in 2004.

Will Rahman win a third Oscar?

Will Rahman win a third Oscar?

Rediff.com16 Dec 2010

After bagging a Golden Globe nomination, the music maestro is once again in Oscar race with his song 'If I Rise' from 127 Hours making it to the Academy shortlist for the Original Song category.

When Satyajit Ray got UPSET

When Satyajit Ray got UPSET

Rediff.com2 May 2021

There is a world that Satyajit Ray created in his films that I wanted to be a part of -- as Durga bathed in the rain to Ravi Shankar's music; when Charulata sat on the swing regretting she never had a child; and Aarti stood up in defence of her colleague. Aseem Chhabra shares interesting memoris of Satyajit Ray on the latter's birth centenary on May 2.

Hurt Locker producer banned from Oscar ceremony

Hurt Locker producer banned from Oscar ceremony

Rediff.com3 Mar 2010

The executive committee of Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences ruled that Nicolas Chartier violated campaign rules by sending e-mails to voters favouring his movie while disparaging a rival film.

Ensure no defamatory content against Bollywood: HC to Republic TV, Times Now

Ensure no defamatory content against Bollywood: HC to Republic TV, Times Now

Rediff.com9 Nov 2020

In strong observations while hearing the plea, the high court cited the death of Princess Diana while trying to escape the media chase, and said there needs to be "some toning down" as people are "afraid of the fourth pillar of democracy" because of its powers.

Golden Globes: Black Lives Matter!

Golden Globes: Black Lives Matter!

Rediff.com1 Mar 2021

'Stories can change people.' 'But there's a story we have been afraid to see and hear about ourselves in this industry.' 'A story about which voices we respect and elevate, and which we tune out.' 'Story about who's offered a seat at the table and who is kept out of the rooms where the decisions are made.'

Congratulate Rahman!

Congratulate Rahman!

Rediff.com12 Jan 2009

Have your say!

Green Zone review:  Chaotic and unsatisfactory

Green Zone review: Chaotic and unsatisfactory

Rediff.com9 Apr 2010

There isn't much about Green Zone that classifies it as a must-have cinematic experience.

Review: Let's Dance

Review: Let's Dance

Rediff.com19 Jun 2009

Poor music and unremarkable performances mar this musical.

Vinnaithaandi Varuvaayaa is a must watch

Vinnaithaandi Varuvaayaa is a must watch

Rediff.com26 Feb 2010

Directed by Gautham Vasudev Menon, the film is possibly one of 2010's most anticipated movies.

Unnai Pol... A rocking Tamil remake of A Wednesday

Unnai Pol... A rocking Tamil remake of A Wednesday

Rediff.com18 Sep 2009

Kamal Haasan and UTV Motion Pictures' Tamil remake of A Wednesday directed by Ckari Toleti addresses serious issues with a swift-paced screenplay and brilliant performances.

Raja Sen's Oscar nominee wishlist for 2010

Raja Sen's Oscar nominee wishlist for 2010

Rediff.com28 Jan 2010

Will his list match the Oscar noms, to be disclosed on February 2? Let's wait and watch.

Video: The Amazing Avatar Experience

Video: The Amazing Avatar Experience

Rediff.com31 Aug 2009

Watch the trailer of James Cameron's new film, and what to expect from the 3D film.

Vinnaithaandi Varuvaaya: Vintage Rahman

Vinnaithaandi Varuvaaya: Vintage Rahman

Rediff.com13 Jan 2010

Fans of the maestro are going to love this Tamil soundtrack.

PIX: Kangana, Rekha party with Priyanka

PIX: Kangana, Rekha party with Priyanka

Rediff.com27 Apr 2017

PeeCee parites with her friends from the industry.

Television industry workers' strike called off

Television industry workers' strike called off

Rediff.com19 Nov 2008

Confirming an end to the 10-day stand-off between workers and producers, Federation of Western Cine Employees (FWICE) chief Dharmesh Tiwari said that the agreement details would be revealed later.

Oscars: Battle for Best Picture just got hotter!

Oscars: Battle for Best Picture just got hotter!

Rediff.com2 Sep 2009

Best Picture voting for the Oscars gets a makeover.

AR Rahman's back in Oscar race with Tamil song

AR Rahman's back in Oscar race with Tamil song

Rediff.com19 Jan 2010

The Tamil song 'Na Na' has been shortlisted for nomination in the original song category for the 82nd Academy Awards.

And the Oscar for 'Best Bollywood Film' is...

And the Oscar for 'Best Bollywood Film' is...

Rediff.com17 Aug 2009

Indian Americans have asked the American Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences to introduce a new award category of 'Best Bollywood Film' for films made in India.

Review: Public Enemies

Review: Public Enemies

Rediff.com7 Aug 2009

Remember The Untouchables? This movie is nothing like it.

Online piracy: India in top 10 list

Online piracy: India in top 10 list

Rediff.com16 Dec 2009

India is among the top ten countries in the world with highest number of online piracy cases, which pose a big threat to the country's film and television industry, according to a research commissioned by the Motion Picture Distributors Association (MPDA).

Pak cinemas resume screening Indian movies

Pak cinemas resume screening Indian movies

Rediff.com19 Dec 2016

Theatre owners are currently screening those Indian movies which are already released and the decision regarding new films will be taken on Wednesday.

Review: Watch  2012 at your own peril

Review: Watch 2012 at your own peril

Rediff.com13 Nov 2009

This Hollywood flick is lazy, lazy filmmaking completely lacking in character, humour or entertainment.

Want to sell stocks? Read this

Want to sell stocks? Read this

Rediff.com22 Aug 2018

'Investments are like motion pictures rather than still photographs.' 'Business dynamics keep evolving for better or for worse over time.' 'An investor's job is to keep a tab on these developments,' says Viraj Mehta, head-PMS and fund manager, Equirus Securities.

Sexiest Man Alive to host Oscars

Sexiest Man Alive to host Oscars

Rediff.com16 Dec 2008

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences recently announced that Hugh Jackman will be the host of the 81st annual Oscars, to be held February 22.

Shiv Sena has become Sonia Sena: Kangana

Shiv Sena has become Sonia Sena: Kangana

Rediff.com10 Sep 2020

She wrote this in reply to an article about the proceedings of Bombay high court during the hearing of the stay order plea by the actor's lawyer against the demolition drive of Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation at her property.

Country comes first, actors later: Nana Patekar

Country comes first, actors later: Nana Patekar

Rediff.com4 Oct 2016

Veteran actor Nana Patekar has waded into the debate whether Pakistani artistes should be banned from working in Bollywood, saying a country comes first and soldiers are its biggest heroes.

Indian film body bans Pakistani actors

Indian film body bans Pakistani actors

Rediff.com30 Sep 2016

The decision came amid demands by various political outfits to ban Pakistani artistes from Indian films and performing in India.

Movie halls prepare for a post lockdown world

Movie halls prepare for a post lockdown world

Rediff.com9 May 2020

'We have to scale down our theatre's seating capacity by tweaking the arrangement of seats.' 'We have to stop screening back-to-back shows to ensure that people do not bump into one another.'

Review: Flash Of The Titans

Review: Flash Of The Titans

Rediff.com2 Apr 2010

Watch Clash of the Titans if you're in the mood for mindless fun are not bothered by patchy special effects.