News for 'nostalgia'

RARE PIX: Going back in time with Shabana, Aamir, Amitabh!

RARE PIX: Going back in time with Shabana, Aamir, Amitabh!

Rediff.com21 Jul 2014

Ever wondered what Bollywood and its folk were like in the old days? Take a look.

Bye-bye Orkut; you'll be sorely missed!

Bye-bye Orkut; you'll be sorely missed!

Rediff.com9 Jul 2014

One of the oldest known social networking sites, Orkut, is shutting down on September 30 this year.

What do Gunday, Action Replayy, Barfi! have in common?

What do Gunday, Action Replayy, Barfi! have in common?

Rediff.com18 Feb 2014

The 1960s may be considered Hindi films' golden age but Bollywood's storytellers have long been fascinated with the roaring 1970s, as the recurrent use of that era in films shows.

The 5 MOST INTERESTING revelations from Koffee With Karan

The 5 MOST INTERESTING revelations from Koffee With Karan

Rediff.com11 Feb 2014

Koffee With Karan -- Bollywood's new treasure trove of interesting trivia and anecdotes -- has racked up quite a few interesting revelations in season four.

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Review

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Review

Rediff.com20 Dec 2019

Even though the plot is not extraordinary, the sheer canvas on which this movie is mounted and the VFX is worth the money, applauds Imad Baig.

'Photography is to capture the times we live in'

'Photography is to capture the times we live in'

Rediff.com24 Jul 2021

'If journalism is the first draft of history, then photojournalism is the first draft of its evidence,' Raghu Rai, arguably India's finest living photojournalist, tells Pavan Lall.

Yash Raj@50: The 20 BIGGEST HITS

Yash Raj@50: The 20 BIGGEST HITS

Rediff.com19 Oct 2020

As it celebrates 50 years of being in business, Joginder Tuteja looks at YRF's biggest hits.

Jalsaghar is a viewing treat you owe yourself

Jalsaghar is a viewing treat you owe yourself

Rediff.com8 Jan 2021

Exquisitely shot, with shadows and light capturing the hypnotic mood of the film, Jalsaghar is a viewing treat you owe yourself.

Bohemian Rhapsody Review: Mercury Rising!

Bohemian Rhapsody Review: Mercury Rising!

Rediff.com16 Nov 2018

Bohemian Rhapsody's crowd-pleasing nostalgia cheers Freddie Mercury's exhilarating sound and infectious power play with such all-out gusto, you WILL break free all over again, says Sukanya Verma.

Sabyasachi Mukherjee: A conjurer of lost time

Sabyasachi Mukherjee: A conjurer of lost time

Rediff.com25 Sep 2013

Nostalgia helps Sabyasachi Mukherjee, inarguably India's most talented fashion designer, stay relevant discovers Shaikh Ayaz.

The BEST International Films of 2021

The BEST International Films of 2021

Rediff.com15 Dec 2021

Aseem Chhabra lists his favourite films, most of them shown at international film festivals held virtually (Berlinale and Rotterdam), hybrid (Toronto) or physical (Cannes and Venice).

PIX: The most dazzling cover girls of 2013

PIX: The most dazzling cover girls of 2013

Rediff.com17 Dec 2013

Take a look at Bollywood girls who made quite a splash on various magazine covers all through the year.

The Bhramam Review

The Bhramam Review

Rediff.com11 Oct 2021

Every film that Sriram Raghavan makes is a compendium of ideas and sensations that tickle him. Trying to remake a Sriram Raghavan film is like getting excited by somebody else's goosebumps, observes Sreehari Nair.

Have a favourite Titanic memory? Tell Us!

Have a favourite Titanic memory? Tell Us!

Rediff.com3 Apr 2012

The James Cameron love saga will be released once again, in 3D!

Beyonce makes history at Grammys 2021

Beyonce makes history at Grammys 2021

Rediff.com15 Mar 2021

With 28 Grammy wins in total, Beyonce breaks the record set by veteran singer Alison Krauss.

Street Dancer 3D review

Street Dancer 3D review

Rediff.com24 Jan 2020

Street Dancer 3D is only about cardboard central characters and side-lined sensations doing the same old, same old, says Sukanya Verma.

Tribute: 92 Facts You Didn't Know About Pran

Tribute: 92 Facts You Didn't Know About Pran

Rediff.com12 Jul 2013

As a tribute to Dada Saheb Phalke Award winning legendary actor Pran, who passed away in a Mumbai hospital on Friday evening at the age of 93, we reproduce a special series on the life and times of the incredible actor published in April, 2012.

PIX: Bollywood slips into VINTAGE mode

PIX: Bollywood slips into VINTAGE mode

Rediff.com9 Jul 2013

Lately, our films seem to be bitten by the nostalgia bug with quite a few set either in the demure 1950s or swinging 1970s.

Bank mergers and death of forex brokerages

Bank mergers and death of forex brokerages

Rediff.com3 Oct 2019

Business is down to such an extent that last year these firms could not even meet RBI's capital norm of Rs 50 million for partnerships and Rs 100 million for public and private firms in this line of business.

New Year memories: The ragged old man, housie and terrace parties

New Year memories: The ragged old man, housie and terrace parties

Rediff.com31 Dec 2013

It's the last day of a beautiful year of ups and downs and today, I'm filled with nostalgia for the year gone by, says Divya Nair.

Tribute: 92 Facts You Didn't Know About Pran

Tribute: 92 Facts You Didn't Know About Pran

Rediff.com12 Jul 2013

As a tribute to Dada Saheb Phalke Award winning legendary actor Pran, who passed away in a Mumbai hospital on Friday evening at the age of 93, we reproduce a special series on the life and times of the incredible actor published in April, 2012.

Budget has a vaccine for banking's virus

Budget has a vaccine for banking's virus

Rediff.com17 Feb 2021

Of the three major Budget announcements related to the banking sector, privatisation of PSBs is the most audacious, says Tamal Bandyopadhyay.

Why Tatas want to acquire Orient-Express?

Why Tatas want to acquire Orient-Express?

Rediff.com8 Nov 2012

It will expand their footprint radically, give them a huge presence at the top end of the market, and reduce their dependence on India.

India, Pakistan, Bangladesh: Brothers in Blood

India, Pakistan, Bangladesh: Brothers in Blood

Rediff.com27 Mar 2021

At a time when China is trying to make its foray into South Asia, India should use its shared history to strengthen its ties in the region, says Dr Rup Narayan Das.

The Andaz Apna Apna Quiz: Whose line is it anyway?

The Andaz Apna Apna Quiz: Whose line is it anyway?

Rediff.com21 Apr 2014

Claim to be the biggest AAA fan? Find out if it's really true!

Review: Life Is Beautiful is a slice of life film

Review: Life Is Beautiful is a slice of life film

Rediff.com14 Sep 2012

The film appeals to our emotions and experience of a certain way of life.

Gulabo Sitabo review

Gulabo Sitabo review

Rediff.com12 Jun 2020

'At the end of the day, this is Bachchan's film.' 'Despite the distracting makeup, his famous baritone and indisputable flair for dedicated inanity lend Mirza an air of significance,' observes Sukanya Verma.

10 Reasons We Still Miss Shammi Kapoor

10 Reasons We Still Miss Shammi Kapoor

Rediff.com14 Aug 2012

On his first death anniversary, we remember the legendary actor.

The BEST and WORST of 2020

The BEST and WORST of 2020

Rediff.com31 Dec 2020

Mediums may change, formats may alter but one thing remains constant -- audience making their likes and dislikes abundantly clear.

Rajesh Khanna recreates Anand for his fans

Rajesh Khanna recreates Anand for his fans

Rediff.com25 Jul 2012

In a recorded farewell message, Rajesh Khanna message thanks his fans and talks about his acting career -- from the time he entered a talent hunt contest to the time he became Bollywood's first superstar.

Jab We Met: 'Arjun was everything I could dream of'

Jab We Met: 'Arjun was everything I could dream of'

Rediff.com12 Mar 2013

Anisha tells us how she met her prince charming for the first time.

Special Series: Getting to know Pran

Special Series: Getting to know Pran

Rediff.com12 Apr 2012

In the first part of a month-long series, we reveal a fascinating part of the legendary actor, Pran.

Culinary adventures of a plus-size model

Culinary adventures of a plus-size model

Rediff.com30 Mar 2018

Whoever said that models don't eat will change their mind once they see Robyn Lawley's food pic!

Check out Mario in a new avatar

Check out Mario in a new avatar

Rediff.com27 Aug 2012

The New Super Mario Bros for the Nintendo DS brings back the traditional side-scrolling adventure game featuring Mario, Luigi and other favourite characters from the popular Mario series.

Brand Dhoni in 2025: Boom or bust?

Brand Dhoni in 2025: Boom or bust?

Rediff.com1 Sep 2020

Will retirement bedim the sparkle of Captain Cool, asks ad guru Sandeep Goyal?

Farhan-Priyanka sing in Dil Dhadakne Do

Farhan-Priyanka sing in Dil Dhadakne Do

Rediff.com19 Jan 2015

The love song will be picturised on the couple in the film.

Love you Shah Rukh, Alia!

Love you Shah Rukh, Alia!

Rediff.com2 Nov 2016

Love You Zindagi has been picturised so beautifully, it will remind you of your carefree teenage days.

UNFORGETTABLE Opening Movie Scenes

UNFORGETTABLE Opening Movie Scenes

Rediff.com29 Jun 2021

Sukanya Verma offers some amazing opening scenes in Hindi films that fuels an excitement for what happens next.

The man who made Zanjeer happen

The man who made Zanjeer happen

Rediff.com3 May 2012

Prakash Mehra quotes 'Had it not been for Pran Saab, Zanjeer would never have been made; it would have remained a dream'

'We always felt Pranabda will be a big man one day'

'We always felt Pranabda will be a big man one day'

Rediff.com25 Jul 2012

As Pranab Mukherjee was sworn in as the 13th President, a band of his friends in a corner of Bengal on Wednesday recalled with nostalgia the days spent with him.