News for 'qurbani'

Deportation of Bengali migrants to B'desh sparks panic in Bengal village

Deportation of Bengali migrants to B'desh sparks panic in Bengal village

Rediff.com30 Jul 2025

Families in West Bengal allege that Delhi Police illegally detained and deported their relatives, living and working in Delhi, to Bangladesh. They claim the deportations were based on the fact that they spoke Bengali.

Aap Jaisa Koi Review: Romance Done Right

Aap Jaisa Koi Review: Romance Done Right

Rediff.com11 Jul 2025

A fanciful air envelopes Aap Jaisa Koi's modest drama, of a story lost in its own bubble that's only burst by villains in the form of judgemental jerks and heroes in need of rescuing, observes Sukanya Verma..

Why Bobby Deol Succeeded Where Zeenat Aman Didn't

Why Bobby Deol Succeeded Where Zeenat Aman Didn't

Rediff.com16 Jun 2025

Most actors usually face obscurity after a fade-out from the limelight.

Helping the Poor through Aarthik Qurbani

Helping the Poor through Aarthik Qurbani

Rediff.com30 Jul 2021

Over the last decade, individual Muslims have started breaking from the tradition of sacrificing animals on Bakra Eid, motivated by the thought that the considerable amount spent on buying and sacrificing animals would be put to better use for the community's welfare, specially education.

Want to see Qurbani remade?

Want to see Qurbani remade?

Rediff.com16 Feb 2006

Feroz Khan is ready to remake his own hit, Qurbani.

8 Times You Couldn't Look Away From Zeenat Aman

8 Times You Couldn't Look Away From Zeenat Aman

Rediff.com20 Nov 2024

Zeenat Aman had scored more hit songs than any of her contemporaries. This can be attributed partly to happenstance and partly to the fact that her forte for high glamour could be showcased most winningly in a crowd-pleasing number, observes Dinesh Raheja.

Rediscovering Feroz Khan-Zeenat Aman's seductive Qurbani

Rediscovering Feroz Khan-Zeenat Aman's seductive Qurbani

Rediff.com3 Oct 2013

One of the biggest successes of Feroz Khan's career, Qurbani co-starring Vinod Khanna and Zeenat Aman, oozes style, sizzle and just about enough substance to carve a niche of its own.

10 Bollywood Actors Who Retired Suddenly

10 Bollywood Actors Who Retired Suddenly

Rediff.com3 Dec 2024

Given his recent spate of successes and acclaim in solo leads, one would have thought the 12th Fail star would want to make the most of it. Instead, he's keen to shift the focus on his family life.

Why Feroz Khan Cut Zeenat Aman's Pay

Why Feroz Khan Cut Zeenat Aman's Pay

Rediff.com5 Jan 2024

It's always a joy to read Zeenat Aman's posts on Instagram, especially when she goes down memory lane and reveals interesting nuggets of movie trivia.

The Amjad Khan We Didn't Know

The Amjad Khan We Didn't Know

Rediff.com12 Nov 2024

None of Amjad Khan's subsequent roles could outshine Sholay. He had begun his career at the top and had no higher peaks left to conquer. Dinesh Raheja salutes the iconic actor on his 80th birth anniversary.

Ready, Steady, Quiz

Ready, Steady, Quiz

Rediff.com22 Feb 2024

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

When Shah Rukh Was Raw, Uncontrolled!

When Shah Rukh Was Raw, Uncontrolled!

Rediff.com27 Feb 2023

Bollywood stars took a moment off to revisit their past, and share their thoughts.

Was Feroz Khan India's coolest actor ever?

Was Feroz Khan India's coolest actor ever?

Rediff.com27 Apr 2021

Subhash K Jha remembers the flamboyant star, 12 years after he passed away.

'Bakri Eid is a day away and there is such confusion'

'Bakri Eid is a day away and there is such confusion'

Rediff.com30 Jul 2020

'Why the restrictions for Bakri Eid?'

The BOLLYWOOD QUIZ CHALLENGE!

The BOLLYWOOD QUIZ CHALLENGE!

Rediff.com23 Dec 2020

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

The ZABARDAST Bollywood Quiz!

The ZABARDAST Bollywood Quiz!

Rediff.com18 Apr 2022

Sukanya Verma quizzes you to find out just how much you know about the movies.

PIX: Bakr Id celebrated with religious fervour

PIX: Bakr Id celebrated with religious fervour

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

In Jammu and Kashmir, Eid prayers passed off peacefully and there was no report of any untoward incident, the police said.

When Retro Songs Make A Re-Entry In The Movies

When Retro Songs Make A Re-Entry In The Movies

Rediff.com24 Jul 2023

Using snatches of a cult favourite or evergreen classic in its original form for action, comedy or romance can transform the entire vibe of a scene.

'Gadar is a powerful word that came out of Partition'

'Gadar is a powerful word that came out of Partition'

Rediff.com30 Aug 2023

'When a common man's house is on fire, he is infused with extraordinary strength.' 'He will go to any length to save his home and family even if he is not as big and strong as Sunnyji.'

How some Muslims won't sacrifice goats to help Kerala

How some Muslims won't sacrifice goats to help Kerala

Rediff.com22 Aug 2018

'The Quran says that saving one life is like saving humanity. So by donating for Kerala, you are following what Allah told you.' 'This gesture would create goodwill for Muslims and would work as a counter to the hostility they face.' Jyoti Punwani reports how some Muslims won't sacrifice goats this Bakri Eid, instead donating the money towards relief efforts in Kerala.

Bollywood's Sibling Love Lessons

Bollywood's Sibling Love Lessons

Rediff.com11 Aug 2022

There's no love like the love for a sibling, and Bollywood sure does agree, says Sukanya Verma.

Bollywood's Sibling Love Lessons

Bollywood's Sibling Love Lessons

Rediff.com11 Aug 2022

There's no love like the love for a sibling, and Bollywood sure does agree, says Sukanya Verma.

Quiz: Who was the first choice for Vinod Khanna's role in Qurbani?

Quiz: Who was the first choice for Vinod Khanna's role in Qurbani?

Rediff.com5 Oct 2016

In a special series, we will put YOU to the test everyday!

DROOL: Outrageously yummy Eid recipes

DROOL: Outrageously yummy Eid recipes

Rediff.com15 Oct 2013

Here are some traditional recipes on the holy occasion of Eid-Ul-Zuha from Shabeer Selod's recipe diary.

DROOL: Outrageously yummy Eid recipes

DROOL: Outrageously yummy Eid recipes

Rediff.com15 Oct 2013

Here are some traditional recipes on the holy occasion of Eid-Ul-Zuh from Shabeer Selod's recipe diary.

Poonam Dhillon's AMAZING #throwback series

Poonam Dhillon's AMAZING #throwback series

Rediff.com13 Mar 2020

The actress has been posting pictures of herself in films with Bollywood's greatest heroes, and has an interesting thing to say about each.

Jagdeep's Most Memorable Roles

Jagdeep's Most Memorable Roles

Rediff.com9 Jul 2020

The funny man of Hindi cinema has passed into the ages, but the laughter he generated will echo for years to come.

'Vinod Khanna and I didn't meet in recent years... and now, we shall never meet'

'Vinod Khanna and I didn't meet in recent years... and now, we shall never meet'

Rediff.com28 Apr 2017

'Vinod was so good at conveying romantic thoughts! A truly handsome man, he would make the ladies swoon.'

Ranveer, AB, Salman: The Kooky cops of Bollywood

Ranveer, AB, Salman: The Kooky cops of Bollywood

Rediff.com11 Jan 2018

Sukanya Verma looks at all kinds of kooky khaki portrayals on the silver screen

Farewell Vinod Khanna: Heaven must be full of swagger today

Farewell Vinod Khanna: Heaven must be full of swagger today

Rediff.com27 Apr 2017

Sukanya Verma could not resist Vinod Khanna's charms, and salutes him in her tribute.

Shah Rukh's item song with Sunny Leone

Shah Rukh's item song with Sunny Leone

Rediff.com28 Mar 2016

The song will be choreographed by Bosco, to Kalyanji-Anandji's chartbuster song Laila Oh Laila from Feroz Khan's Qurbani.

IN PIX: India celebrates Eid-ul-Azha with fervour

IN PIX: India celebrates Eid-ul-Azha with fervour

Rediff.com27 Oct 2012

The festival of 'offering' or 'qurbani', Eid-al-Azha, is being celebrated across India on Saturday with religious fervour and gaiety.

'They call me King of Disco'

'They call me King of Disco'

Rediff.com16 Feb 2022

'Oscar has been given to A R Rahman.' Ringa Ringa Ringa, Choli ki peeche kya hai -- What's the difference? Exactly the same. Also, Jai ho.' 'I did Ramba ho in 1985.' 'Rahman combined three of my songs and got Best Original Score.' 'The Ho came from me.' 'Bappi Lahiri brought the Ho to Bollywood.'

Who's HOTTER: Sunny or Urvashi? VOTE!

Who's HOTTER: Sunny or Urvashi? VOTE!

Rediff.com17 Jan 2017

Take the fun poll!

When riots tear your life apart, and you rebuild it

When riots tear your life apart, and you rebuild it

Rediff.com6 Aug 2020

Anyone with such experiences could have been expected to turn fundamentalist. But Shaheen Kadri is anything but that.

Govt assures doorstep delivery of food grains to people in Valley

Govt assures doorstep delivery of food grains to people in Valley

Rediff.com10 Aug 2019

The deputy commissioner said that the administration has made preparation for people on the occasion of Bakrid.

Lovers Rock review

Lovers Rock review

Rediff.com18 Sep 2020

Lovers Rock is sexy, romantic, charming and hugely entertaining -- a perfect gift for movie lovers in these tough times, feels Aseem Chhabra.

PM Modi pays homage to Chandrashekhar Azad at birth village

PM Modi pays homage to Chandrashekhar Azad at birth village

Rediff.com9 Aug 2016

Modi is the first prime minister to visit the birthplace of Azad.

'Feroz Khan lived a public life'

'Feroz Khan lived a public life'

Rediff.com29 Apr 2009

Suparn Verma pays a tribute to his mentor, father figure and friend, Feroz Khan.

Avoid cow slaughter on Eid, says Dar-ul-Uloom

Avoid cow slaughter on Eid, says Dar-ul-Uloom

Rediff.com5 Dec 2008

Leading Islamic seminary Dar-ul-Uloom has suggested to Muslims in the country that they avoid slaughtering cows on Eid-ul-Azha as a mark of respect to the religious beliefs of Hindus.The appeal has been supported by the All India Organisation of Imams of Mosques, which had earlier asked Muslims to put black ribbons on their shoulders as a symbol of their solidarity and grief for the victims of the Mumbai terror attacks."