'Dawood Is De Facto Ruler Of Pakistan'

'He decides who will be Pakistan's prime minister, president, even provincial chief ministers.' Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff   Author S Hussain Zaidi has just published his latest book......

Renowned folk singer and Padma recipient Sharda Sinha dies at 72

Popular folk singer Sharda Sinha, known as 'Bihar Kokila' for her melodious rendition of Chhath and folk songs such as Kartik Maas Ijoriya, Suraj Bhaile Bihaan and Bollywood hits Taar Bijli and......

Where Did The Maine Pyar Kiya Vamp Go?

'Even today, people recognise me wherever I go. They come up and say 'Aap Maine Pyar Kiya mein thi, na?' Photograph: Kind courtesy Pervien Dastur Irani Where did the curly-haired vamp with the......

Kartik Aaryan Bags First Double Role

'Kartik was keen to do a double role for some time now. And who better to script and direct it than Anees Bazmee?' IMAGE: Kartik Aaryan in Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2.   Kartik Aaryan's career is on a......

How Much Was Madhuri's Dhak Dhak Outfit Sold For?

'Why don't I organise an auction of cinematic memorabilia?' recalls Dinesh Raheja.'There are sure to be legions of film buffs who will cherish the chance to own souvenirs intimately associated with......

Did You Know Mukesh Sang These Songs?

Because of Mukesh's much-hailed association with Raj Kapoor, it is often overlooked that the singer has also scored hits with almost all major heroes.On Mukesh's 102nd birth anniversary on July 22,......