News for 'musician'

Lata Mangeshkar: What My Mother Taught Me

Lata Mangeshkar: What My Mother Taught Me

Rediff.com9 May 2021

'The first thing that I learnt from my mother was to never , never ever, tell a lie.'

Are Orgasms Reserved Mostly For Men?

Are Orgasms Reserved Mostly For Men?

Rediff.com19 May 2022

'Desire is a strange thing.' 'It wells up uninvited and goes missing when most needed.'

Can you recognise this debutant actor?

Can you recognise this debutant actor?

Rediff.com28 Jun 2017

Hint: He is a very popular singer!

'India's greatest message is non-violence'

'India's greatest message is non-violence'

Rediff.com25 Jan 2022

'Every religion is sacred and beautiful. There's no reason for people to hate each other because they practise different faiths.'

Navrasa, Mr Corman, Vivo: BEST of OTT

Navrasa, Mr Corman, Vivo: BEST of OTT

Rediff.com10 Aug 2021

Blood sucking locusts on the loose, a honeymoon gone awry, a disenchanted school teacher and a singing tropical rainforest mammal, Sukanya Verma lets you take your pick from the OTT spread this week.

It's an odd, odd world out there

It's an odd, odd world out there

Rediff.com30 Nov 2020

These images prove it's truly a mad, mad world!

Adaa Mallikk debuts at Paris fashion week

Adaa Mallikk debuts at Paris fashion week

Rediff.com16 Mar 2019

Anu Malik's daughter showcased her collection 'Metal Armour' at the fashion week.

WATCH: Visually challenged kids record their first song

WATCH: Visually challenged kids record their first song

Rediff.com24 Jun 2020

Singer Aanchal Shrivastava taught the kids the songs over phone calls.

'I kept holding his hand, waiting for him to wake up'

'I kept holding his hand, waiting for him to wake up'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2022

'His shocking demise is a reminder to us to take life slow.'

Vanraj Bhatia's CHALLENGE for Lata Mangeshkar

Vanraj Bhatia's CHALLENGE for Lata Mangeshkar

Rediff.com11 May 2021

'It was one of the most difficult and complex songs of my career.'

Ranbir's 40 on 40 Playlist

Ranbir's 40 on 40 Playlist

Rediff.com28 Sep 2022

On his 40th birthday on September 28, Sukanya Verma draws up a playlist of 40 riveting Ranbir songs.

Folks, Himesh Reshammiya is back!

Folks, Himesh Reshammiya is back!

Rediff.com28 Jan 2020

'People have already given a verdict against Himesh Reshammiya.' 'If people watch my performance with an open mind, then there is a chance that they will accept me.'

Barack Obama is a big fan of Prateek Kuhad

Barack Obama is a big fan of Prateek Kuhad

Rediff.com27 Jan 2020

'We all live very intense lives. S*** goes down all the time.' 'This 'eureka moment' doesn't really happen.' 'The discipline of writing and polishing a song is way harder,' Prateek Kuhad, the singing sensation, tells Veer Arjun Singh.

Grammy Awards: Sandeep Das wins, Anoushka Shankar loses

Grammy Awards: Sandeep Das wins, Anoushka Shankar loses

Rediff.com13 Feb 2017

Sandeep Das collaboration with Yo-Yo Ma wins Grammy.

Bollywood's BEST Songs of 2021

Bollywood's BEST Songs of 2021

Rediff.com28 Dec 2021

As we continue grappling with an irrepressible pandemic, music is both a refuge and source of comfort.

Veteran music composer Khayyam passes away at 92

Veteran music composer Khayyam passes away at 92

Rediff.com19 Aug 2019

Mohammed Zahur Hashmi, popularly known as Khayyam, was also a recipient of Sangeet Natak Akademi Award and Padma Bhushan.

Is there hope yet for young classical performers?

Is there hope yet for young classical performers?

Rediff.com31 Mar 2018

Stories about the harrowing experiences of young artistes are common lore.

Will you still need me when I am 94?

Will you still need me when I am 94?

Rediff.com8 Nov 2021

Monday, November 8, 2021, Lal Kishenchand Advani -- the politician who took the Bharatiya Janata Party from its parliamentary nadir in 1984, when it won just two Lok Sabha seats, to establishing the edifice for its present dominance in Indian politics -- will turn 94.

Met Gala 2021: The BOLDEST Looks

Met Gala 2021: The BOLDEST Looks

Rediff.com14 Sep 2021

See how these celebrities turned heads at the 2021 Met Gala.

#RIP KK: 'Thank you for the music'

#RIP KK: 'Thank you for the music'

Rediff.com1 Jun 2022

'In a super ambitious industry, you stood out for your unfilminess. Thank you for giving my films your iconic voice.'

Watch LIVE! Beating Retreat ceremony

Watch LIVE! Beating Retreat ceremony

Rediff.com29 Jan 2019

Beating Retreat ceremony, which marks the culmination of the four-day-long Republic Day celebrations, is underway at Vijay Chowk in New Delhi.

Anti-Fascist anthem goes Punjabi to mark farmers' stir

Anti-Fascist anthem goes Punjabi to mark farmers' stir

Rediff.com24 Dec 2020

27-year-old Poojan Sahil who created the song can't be happier at its acceptance and success. The video of the song has almost 2.7 lakh views on YouTube in less than a week and is being widely shared across social media platforms.

10 Qs To Ask Before Changing Careers

10 Qs To Ask Before Changing Careers

Rediff.com1 Feb 2022

Be sure this isn't a case of the grass looking greener on the other side!

Zomato reinstates staffer sacked over Tamil-Hindi row

Zomato reinstates staffer sacked over Tamil-Hindi row

Rediff.com19 Oct 2021

A tweet from a user who goes by the handle '@Vikash67456607' triggered a major Twitter backlash, with the hashtag 'Reject_Zomato' trending on top at the microblogging site. In response, Zomato apologised to Vikash and also issued a statement both in Tamil and English, stressing that the company stood for diversity.

Shinzo Abe, SP Balasubramaniam among Padma Vibhushan awardees

Shinzo Abe, SP Balasubramaniam among Padma Vibhushan awardees

Rediff.com25 Jan 2021

This year, former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe has been conferred Padma Vibhushan for his achievement in the field of public affairs.

Kareena bats for the women's cricket team!

Kareena bats for the women's cricket team!

Rediff.com31 Oct 2019

Get your low-down on what's happening in the world of Bollywood, right here!

Kohli, Rohit, Sania take part in online concert to raise funds for COVID-19 pandemic

Kohli, Rohit, Sania take part in online concert to raise funds for COVID-19 pandemic

Rediff.com3 May 2020

As part of the initiative by 'iFor India', actors, musicians, singers, sportspersons and business leaders came together to entertain people from their homes in a bid to help the COVID-19 pandemic cause.

Bengali musical icon Sandhya Mukherjee passes away

Bengali musical icon Sandhya Mukherjee passes away

Rediff.com15 Feb 2022

Legendary Bengali semi-classical singer Sandhya Mukherjee, who had worked with leading music directors such as S D Burman, Naushad and Salil Chaudhury died on Tuesday evening following a massive cardiac arrest, leaving behind millions of mourning fans of all ages across borders.

Pandit Jasraj: Indian classical music's greatest voice

Pandit Jasraj: Indian classical music's greatest voice

Rediff.com17 Aug 2020

Awarded the Padma Vibhushan, the Padma Bhushan and the Padma Shri, Pandit Jasraj also popularised semi-classical music like 'haveli sangeet' and reached out to devotees with his 'bhajans', a particular favourite for his fans being "Om Namo Bhagavate" in praise of Lord Krishna.

10 OTT Shows To Watch

10 OTT Shows To Watch

Rediff.com20 Jul 2020

As cinemas remain shut and watching movies on big screen still a distant dream, OTT platforms are keeping us distracted from the pandemic with its steady supply of content.

WATCH: Soulful music from Kutch

WATCH: Soulful music from Kutch

Rediff.com10 Dec 2018

Songs from the Rann.

Law minister may veto Bollywood contracts

Law minister may veto Bollywood contracts

Rediff.com14 Aug 2020

It is not nepotism nor 'gangeism' that is the bane of a newcomer's existence. It's these draconian contracts.

Shiv Nadar steps down, daughter Roshni is new chairperson of HCL Tech

Shiv Nadar steps down, daughter Roshni is new chairperson of HCL Tech

Rediff.com17 Jul 2020

Roshni, also a trained classical musician, came on the board of HCL Technologies in 2013 and was vice chairperson. Shiv Nadar would continue to be MD of the company with designation as chief strategy officer.

Madras HC issues notice to AR Rahman in tax evasion case

Madras HC issues notice to AR Rahman in tax evasion case

Rediff.com12 Sep 2020

Rahman had received Rs 3,47,77,200 from Libra Mobile during 2010-11 in his individual capacity as an artiste which must have been considered for taxation and this was not considered by the Assessing Officer in the reassessment order.

UAE contingent leads R-Day parade

UAE contingent leads R-Day parade

Rediff.com26 Jan 2017

The UAE is the second country after France to send troops to participate in the Republic Day parade of India, a tradition started last year.

Composer Wajid dies of coronavirus

Composer Wajid dies of coronavirus

Rediff.com1 Jun 2020

He was just 42, but had kidney issues.

'No plans for Andhadhun sequel'

'No plans for Andhadhun sequel'

Rediff.com9 Oct 2021

'I narrated the story to many top actors, but for some reason, they couldn't connect with the character of a blind pianist.'

PIX: Beyonce, Adele, Lady Gaga at the Grammys

PIX: Beyonce, Adele, Lady Gaga at the Grammys

Rediff.com13 Feb 2017

The 59th Grammy Awards was held in Los Angeles, California.

Just 14, and he can play 107 musical instruments

Just 14, and he can play 107 musical instruments

Rediff.com12 Aug 2021

As a five year old, Neil Nayyar learnt to play the drums. Today, at 14, he has mastered 107 instruments.

PHOTOS: The odd, odd world we live in

PHOTOS: The odd, odd world we live in

Rediff.com29 Jan 2020

These 8 images prove that we live in a wonderfully weird world.