Today, Anirudh Ravichander's name on a film's poster is enough to pull in audiences, notes Arjun Menon.
'I'm a rebel. I'm not easy.' 'Once a top actor wanted me to sing a song and a top music company was involved. They wanted changes in the song. I told them not to take pangas with me.'
We asked colleagues, present and past, to reflect on a man who has made such a difference to their lives and careers. Here it is then, a rich collection of memories that offer enchanting glimpses of the enigmatic Ajit Balakrishnan.
The sarod maestro launched his book, Master On Masters.
Are you looking forward to a Baaghi sequel?
Join Disha Patani for a Rediff Chat, September 16, at 3:30 pm on Zarabol.
Here's what your favourite Bollywood celebrities are tweeting.
Choreographers Uma and Gaiti share some interesting behind-the-scenes details of the stars they have interacted with.
'When I told Mr Narayan Murthy, he said it was great that I was following my dream.'
Not many people knew that designer Gaurang showed off his Lakme Fashion Week collection to live music by the classical singer. But you can hear her right here!
rediffGURU and wellness expert Roopashree Sharma tells you how you can use natural methods to improve your health.
They groove to their own songs, over 80 in all. Their aim? To convey social messages. Meet Meri Zindagi -- the all-woman, Lucknow-based rock band.
Raja Sen gives a report card of just how good these collaborations have been thus far.
Raja Sen gives a report card of just how good these collaborations have been thus far.
'But I understand the need for this government move.' 'I completely support Mr Modi.'
The Delhi lad does very well with his first Bollywood soundtrack.
Once a K-drama buff, always a K-drama buff.
Nearly 665 million Indians or 45 per cent of the rural population did not have access to the internet as of 2023. Difficulty in understanding internet procedures, insufficient awareness of its benefits, and a lack of interest have emerged as the top reasons for a gap in internet penetration in rural India, according to a joint report by the Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI) and Kantar. "The proficiency of English in rural India is very low. While we have content in Hindi, the internet is English-heavy.
Thailand claimed the first esports medal awarded at the Asian Games on Tuesday, winning a bronze in a playoff against Vietnam in a mobile phone game.
The Anil Ambani group company has tied-up with an online video networking firm, CrickeM.com, to enable customers to upload, view and share their cricket videos with the rest of the world.
'But it is also an industry that is very accepting when they see talent and hard work.'
'This kind of love from our audience shows that our music is working.'
Indians are more willing to experiment with value-added services, including chatting, video gaming and watching live TV on mobile phones, as compared to their global counterparts, KPMG says.
You don't need a better excuse to end the week on a high note!
Here's what your favourite Bollywood celebrities are tweeting.
The woman said she was cheated by him and hence she approached the police, the official said.
Here's a toast to her glamorous journey so far.
'I received many threatening calls and letters.' 'A fatwa was issued against me.'
Jermaine Jackson talks about his superstar brother and his own Indian connection.
Feature phones are cheap but have limited ability. But with smartphones, you can install apps and do many more things.
Watch Hindi a capella group Penn Masala, who performed for US President Barack Obama last year, belt out a few hits!
As Lord Ram's temple is set for a grand opening, the banks of the river in Ayodhya erupted with celebration, reports Saisuresh Sivaswamy/Rediff.com
The peppy track has also been released in Tamil and Telugu and having seen all three versions, the Tamil rendition Vandha Edam sounds most fun.
'It is very natural to connect to Lataji's songs whenever I am singing,' says Atul Bane.
As fans across India mourn the loss of the young actor, Namrata Thakker takes a look at some of the last pictures of his life.
'I know people tell me aur picture karo, but it's so difficult to find scripts that actually offer the audience something new.'
Tell us what you think of Priyanka Chopra's outfit for Bisou Bisou!
The song is the theme of Delhi Belly, says Imran
