News for 'playback singer'

PIX: Singer Abhijeet parties with Alka Yagnik, Anu Malik

PIX: Singer Abhijeet parties with Alka Yagnik, Anu Malik

Rediff.com25 May 2015

B-town shows its support to Abhijeet.

What Were Urofi, Kartik, Shanaya, Anushka Upto?

What Were Urofi, Kartik, Shanaya, Anushka Upto?

Rediff.com16 Dec 2024

Take a look at some of the best dressed attendees and winners at Elle Graduates 2024.

Legendary singer Shamshad Begum dies at 94

Legendary singer Shamshad Begum dies at 94

Rediff.com24 Apr 2013

The singer passed away at her Mumbai residence.

Akshay, Rahman, Sonu Nigam to dazzle at IPL 2024 Opener

Akshay, Rahman, Sonu Nigam to dazzle at IPL 2024 Opener

Rediff.com21 Mar 2024

Bollywood superstars Akshay Kumar and Tiger Shroff will bring their signature charisma and high-octane energy to the ceremony.

Aattam: The Play Wins Top National Award

Aattam: The Play Wins Top National Award

Rediff.com16 Aug 2024

Sooraj R Barjatya was judged Best Director for the Hindi movie Uunchai at the National Film Awards.

Singer Ayiroor Sadasivan dies in road accident

Singer Ayiroor Sadasivan dies in road accident

Rediff.com9 Apr 2015

He was 78.

'Throughout The Day, There's Music Playing In My Head'

'Throughout The Day, There's Music Playing In My Head'

Rediff.com19 Aug 2025

'I played five different versions of Woh Subah Kabhie Toh Aayegi for Raj Kapoor, only to be greeted with a totally blank reaction.' 'Thereafter, for 40 minutes, he disappeared, leaving us baffled.' 'But when he emerged, he couldn't stop appreciating our efforts!' 'He said Sahir Ludhianvi's writing was sheer poetry and since all my five tunes were equally wonderful, he would leave it to my discretion to chose the final tune.' 'What could be greater appreciation for an artiste?'

'Kaanta Laga' girl Shefali Jariwala dead; cause of death 'reserved'

'Kaanta Laga' girl Shefali Jariwala dead; cause of death 'reserved'

Rediff.com28 Jun 2025

Shefali featured in popular Salman Khan-hosted reality show Bigg Boss 13 (2019), alongside winner Sidharth Shukla, who died in 2021.

Veteran Telugu singer V Ramakrishna passes away

Veteran Telugu singer V Ramakrishna passes away

Rediff.com16 Jul 2015

He was in his late 60s.

National Awards: Alia-Kriti Share Best Actress Win

National Awards: Alia-Kriti Share Best Actress Win

Rediff.com24 Aug 2023

R Madhavan's Rocketry: The Nambi Effect has won the National Award for Best Feature Film while Alia Bhatt and Kriti Sanon shared the Best Actress award for their roles in Gangubai Kathiawadi and Mimi, respectively.

Mohammed Rafi's Voice Remains Eternal

Mohammed Rafi's Voice Remains Eternal

Rediff.com31 Jul 2024

Forty four years after Mohammed Rafi's untimely demise on July 31, 1980, at the young age of 55, the singer's work continues to enjoy a musical afterlife on radio, television and modern streaming channels.

Aashiqui 2 singer Ankit Tiwari arrested on rape charge

Aashiqui 2 singer Ankit Tiwari arrested on rape charge

Rediff.com8 May 2014

Get your lowdown on what's going on in the world of Hollywood, right here!

Rajinikanth Attends Shankar's Daughter's Wedding

Rajinikanth Attends Shankar's Daughter's Wedding

Rediff.com16 Apr 2024

One of Tamil cinema's top film-makers, S Shankar hosted a grand wedding for his daughter Aishwarya in Chennai.

Noted singer Anuradha Paudwal joins BJP

Noted singer Anuradha Paudwal joins BJP

Rediff.com16 Mar 2024

Paudwal praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi and said she was happy to join the party led by him.

Who Was Lata's Favourite Co-Singer?

Who Was Lata's Favourite Co-Singer?

Rediff.com28 Sep 2022

Playback singers enjoyed the challenge of being pitched against the finest voice God ever created, but they were also wary of Lata Mangeshkar's endless resourcefulness in rendition.

Look Who Won Big At IIFA Awards!

Look Who Won Big At IIFA Awards!

Rediff.com30 Sep 2024

Film stars and technicians were awarded at the IIFA awards over the weekend, and here are the big winners.

Ananya, Alia, Adah Win Awards

Ananya, Alia, Adah Win Awards

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

While Hollywood attended the Oscars on Sunday night, film folk back home were busy getting glam for the Zee Cine Awards in Mumbai.

'A Lot Of The Impact For Kajra Re Must Go To Aishwarya'

'A Lot Of The Impact For Kajra Re Must Go To Aishwarya'

Rediff.com18 Mar 2025

'The sincerity and commitment to art is something you don't see much these days; it's more about the moolah.'

'I Don't Believe Guru Dutt's Death Was Suicide'

'I Don't Believe Guru Dutt's Death Was Suicide'

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

'Abrar uncle said he had started drinking from the afternoon on that fateful day. And he continued drinking till late at night.' 'Thereafter, he must have consumed some sleeping pills, as was his habit.' 'I think that combination went fatally wrong.'

Was Guru Dutt's Death Suicide Or...

Was Guru Dutt's Death Suicide Or...

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

Guru Dutt took an overdose of pills twice, once even swallowing opium, calling out for Geeta Dutt even when he was not fully conscious. One suicide attempt, according to sister Lalita Lajmi, was definitely deliberate with Guru Dutt leaving a letter for brother Atma Ram asking him to take care of the production company, his wife and the kids. But she always wondered if the third attempt was actually suicide since there were no calls and no letters.

Alia's 'Saras' Moment With Ranbir

Alia's 'Saras' Moment With Ranbir

Rediff.com30 Jan 2024

Filmfare Awards 2024 will always remain special for Alia Bhatt as both she and hubby Ranbir Kapoor bagged the top acting awards.

The Gorgeous Girl Who...

The Gorgeous Girl Who...

Rediff.com11 Jan 2024

According to Andrea Jeremiah's Insta, she is a 'magical caffeinated unicorn who acts and sings for a living.'

Singer Remo Fernandes has taken Portuguese nationality: Police

Singer Remo Fernandes has taken Portuguese nationality: Police

Rediff.com23 Dec 2015

Noted fusion artist and playback singer Remo, summoned by police for allegedly threatening a minor girl has surrendered his Indian citizenship and became a Portuguese national.

'I Couldn't Stop Crying...'

'I Couldn't Stop Crying...'

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

It was an emotional evening for many film folk, as they won the top awards at the 25th IIFA ceremony in Jaipur.

Manna Dey nominated for Dada Saheb Phalke award

Manna Dey nominated for Dada Saheb Phalke award

Rediff.com30 Sep 2009

The 90-year-old singer will be conferred the award in a ceremony on October 21st by President Pratibha Patil.

Wanted: A Safe Seat For Superstar Vijay

Wanted: A Safe Seat For Superstar Vijay

Rediff.com8 Aug 2025

This is important because he is to be seen as a sure winner before criss-crossing the state to campaign for candidates of the party or an alliance, highlights N Sathiya Moorthy.

Sila Nerangalil: Music review

Sila Nerangalil: Music review

Rediff.com22 Oct 2007

Without resorting too much to any modern cosmetic frills, Srikant Deva's Sila Nerangalil offers a really enjoyable musical fare. Vairamuthu's meaningful and poetic lyrics also have contributed in a big way to the allure of the tracks.

The Classic Dilemma of Being Manna Dey

The Classic Dilemma of Being Manna Dey

Rediff.com24 Oct 2013

Raju Bharatan looks at the illustrious career of legendary singer Manna Dey.

'I Owe My Career To Papa Kehte Hai'

'I Owe My Career To Papa Kehte Hai'

Rediff.com14 Mar 2025

'When Aamir Khan was being launched in Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak, Director Mansoor Khan needed a young vibrant youth anthem, a song that described the uncertain adventures of the young, as they stepped into the real world.'

When Guru Dutt Demolished His House...

When Guru Dutt Demolished His House...

Rediff.com9 Jul 2025

'The pain of not having a home is bearable, but the pain of having one -- and not finding peace in it -- is far worse.'

Why is Huma CHEERING For Sonakshi?

Why is Huma CHEERING For Sonakshi?

Rediff.com13 May 2022

Sonakshi Sinha proved there is more to her than just acting, when she turned entrepreneur recently.

'He was a beacon of Indian music'

'He was a beacon of Indian music'

Rediff.com26 Feb 2024

Renowned ghazal singer Pankaj Udhas, whose velvet smooth voice gave expression to the many colours of love, longing and heartache in songs such as Chitthi Ayee Hai and Aur Ahista Kijiye Baatein, died in Mumbai on Monday, February 26, 2024, after a prolonged illness.

Kiara, Sid Make A Splash In Dubai

Kiara, Sid Make A Splash In Dubai

Rediff.com13 Feb 2024

Aditi performs... Sonam at New York Fashion Week... Sanjana falls in love...

When Lata and Rafi had a fight

When Lata and Rafi had a fight

Rediff.com29 Sep 2020

'Finally it was S D Burman who brought us together.'

The Song Udit Narayan Owes His Career To

The Song Udit Narayan Owes His Career To

Rediff.com1 Dec 2023

'I came to Mumbai in 1978 and struggled for the next 10 years.'

PIX: Shraddha, Akshara, Shahid at GIMA awards

PIX: Shraddha, Akshara, Shahid at GIMA awards

Rediff.com25 Feb 2015

Check out the star arrivals.

Asha on Lata: 'Didi always got her way'

Asha on Lata: 'Didi always got her way'

Rediff.com25 Apr 2022

'Whatever we are today, if playback singers are here even today, and that includes me, it is because of Didi.'

What's cooking, Kartik?

What's cooking, Kartik?

Rediff.com29 Jun 2021

Rediff.com Contributing Photographer Pradeep Bandekar caught glimpses of these stars on Monday.

When Madhuri Partied With Sanjay Dutt

When Madhuri Partied With Sanjay Dutt

Rediff.com26 Oct 2023

A month after Khalnayak turned 30, its cast reunited yet again for the wedding anniversary of its Director Subhash Ghai and his wife, Mukta.

Why Dilip Kumar Never Sang In Mughal-e-Azam

Why Dilip Kumar Never Sang In Mughal-e-Azam

Rediff.com13 May 2025

'K Asifsaab was very definite that 'woh Hindustan ka honewala Badshah hai -- woh gana nahin gayega.'