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Quiz: Which of Raj Kapoor's sons made his debut in Mera Naam Joker?

Quiz: Which of Raj Kapoor's sons made his debut in Mera Naam Joker?

Rediff.com23 May 2016

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

RARE PIX: Dilip Kumar with Raj Kapoor, Sunil Dutt, Dev Anand

RARE PIX: Dilip Kumar with Raj Kapoor, Sunil Dutt, Dev Anand

Rediff.com11 Dec 2012

We look back at the iconic actor's brilliant life on his 90th birthday.

'Even today, Pancham is a chart-topper'

'Even today, Pancham is a chart-topper'

Rediff.com6 Jan 2024

'Pancham told me once, "It's very difficult to be taken seriously when there are stalwarts like Shankar-Jaikishan, S D Burman, Madan Mohan and Naushad... How do I make my mark?"' Amit Kumar salutes R D Burman on his 30th death anniversary on January 4.

Lata Sang, Nehru Cried: The Real Story

Lata Sang, Nehru Cried: The Real Story

Rediff.com1 Oct 2020

'I came to hear you sing Ae Mere Watan Ke Logon. I am glad I have heard you sing.'

Why Prem Granth deserved better

Why Prem Granth deserved better

Rediff.com10 Feb 2021

Rajiv Kapoor was the true inheritor of his father Raj Kapoor's mantle, especially in the use of music and songs, feels Subhash K Jha.

Madame Tussauds Comes To Noida

Madame Tussauds Comes To Noida

Rediff.com20 Jul 2022

The Madame Tussauds Wax Museum at the DLF Mall, Noida hosts 50 waxworks of Indian and international celebrities.

'We gave her the same respect we gave our real mothers'

'We gave her the same respect we gave our real mothers'

Rediff.com5 Jun 2023

'Sulochanaji was indeed a mother-figure to both the Hindi and Marathi film industry.'

Shraddha remembers her Lata aaji

Shraddha remembers her Lata aaji

Rediff.com8 Feb 2022

Pictures and tributes keep pouring in, reminding everyone how much she was loved.

Galwan martyr issue rocks Bihar assembly, BJP MLAs walk out

Galwan martyr issue rocks Bihar assembly, BJP MLAs walk out

Rediff.com1 Mar 2023

The opposition MLAs staged a demonstration in front of the premises before the commencement of assembly proceedings condemning the arrest of Vaishali resident Raj Kapoor Singh, whose son Army jawan Jai Kishore Singh had died fighting Chinese troops in Galwan.

The Only Film That Really Hurt Ranbir

The Only Film That Really Hurt Ranbir

Rediff.com8 Dec 2022

He also confessed that he has a 'block in my head about acting in English. I'd rather act in my language because it comes naturally to me.'

The Incomparable Waheeda Rehman

The Incomparable Waheeda Rehman

Rediff.com28 Sep 2023

Dinesh Raheja doffs his hat to the movie legend, who will be honoured with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award this year.

Looking At Bollywood's Lust Stories

Looking At Bollywood's Lust Stories

Rediff.com29 Jun 2023

Sukanya Verma looks at how one of the seven primal human emotions is usually treated in Hindi movies.

Why did Laxmikant-Pyarelal split?

Why did Laxmikant-Pyarelal split?

Rediff.com22 Nov 2021

'Laxmi was insistent that our homes should never have name-plates, because the name Laxmikant-Pyarelal should never be separated!'

Jaane kahan gaye woh din...

Jaane kahan gaye woh din...

Rediff.com29 Aug 2018

Iconic RK memorabilia we'll miss!

Hinduja group chairman Srichand Parmanand Hinduja dies in London at 87

Hinduja group chairman Srichand Parmanand Hinduja dies in London at 87

Rediff.com17 May 2023

His business successes which started with the international distribution rights for the Bollywood blockbuster movie 'Sangam' in 1964 made him one of the richest in Britain but it was the Bofors scam that made Srichand Parmanand Hinduja famous, or rather infamous, back home. SP Hinduja, as he was known, died in London on Wednesday after a prolonged illness. He was 87, a family spokesperson said. Born in a business family in Karachi, British India, he and his two younger brothers were accused of receiving payments totalling Rs 64 crore in illegal commissions to help Swedish gunmaker AB Bofors secure an Indian government contract.

Where Ranbir-Alia Will Wed

Where Ranbir-Alia Will Wed

Rediff.com12 Apr 2022

While the wedding venue has not been confirmed yet, reports point to the Vastu building in the upscale neighbourhood of Pali Hill, Bandra, northwest Mumbai, where Ranbir lives.

Cirkus Review: Boring!

Cirkus Review: Boring!

Rediff.com23 Dec 2022

Rohit Shetty gets so busy giving us a social message that he forgets to add a 'tadka' -- also called 'entertainment' -- to Cirkus, sighs Syed Firdaus Ashraf.

Rishi's brother, Rajiv Kapoor, passes away

Rishi's brother, Rajiv Kapoor, passes away

Rediff.com9 Feb 2021

Actor-director Rajiv Kapoor, son of celebrated filmmaker-actor Raj Kapoor, passed away on Tuesday, February 9. He was 58.

Jacqueline's KISS lands her in TROUBLE

Jacqueline's KISS lands her in TROUBLE

Rediff.com1 Dec 2021

There are whispers in the entertainment industry about the company Jacqueline Fernandez keeps, after pictures of her kissing alleged extortionist Sukesh Chandrasekhar surfaced online.

'Dharavi Will Be An Important Address In Mumbai'

'Dharavi Will Be An Important Address In Mumbai'

Rediff.com22 Feb 2023

'A slum free Mumbai cannot happen with Dharavi at the centre of the city.'

When Bollywood Heroes Turned Heroines!

When Bollywood Heroes Turned Heroines!

Rediff.com22 Aug 2023

Ayushmann Khurrana is ready to repeat the flirtatious woman deed second time around in Dream Girl 2.

Taimur-Jeh Have Christmas Brunch

Taimur-Jeh Have Christmas Brunch

Rediff.com27 Dec 2021

What were Bollywood stars up to over the Christmas weekend?

#ThrowbackDiaries: When stars were young

#ThrowbackDiaries: When stars were young

Rediff.com8 May 2020

Time to look at intriguing flashback pix, posted by Bollywood folk.

Are You Ready For Shriya?

Are You Ready For Shriya?

Rediff.com3 May 2022

Madhuri is in Goa... Esha wishes her parents... Anil Kapoor's priceless memory...

The MAGIC OF Laxmikant-Pyarelal

The MAGIC OF Laxmikant-Pyarelal

Rediff.com22 Nov 2021

'Laxmi and I firmly believed that while working, the egoistic word 'Main (I)' never interferes.'

Anand@50: 7 MUST-KNOW facts

Anand@50: 7 MUST-KNOW facts

Rediff.com13 Mar 2021

Anand marked the first of Hrishikesh Mukherjee's 3 historic collaborations with Rajesh Khanna, the other two being Bawarchi and Namak Haraam. Anand is without a shred of doubt Rajesh Khanna's career's finest performance. Just how he got the role is story of its own, reveals Subhash K Jha.

Revealed! The Real Shammi Kapoor!

Revealed! The Real Shammi Kapoor!

Rediff.com20 Oct 2023

'When he was offered B R Chopra's Zameer, many advised him against playing Saira Banu's father, pointing out that a decade ago, he had been her hero in her debut film, Junglee.' 'When he asked me, I pointed out that he was an actor first, so nothing should stop him from playing any role.'

'These were stories I'd seen for real'

'These were stories I'd seen for real'

Rediff.com24 Nov 2022

'My film will not only be a reminder for all of us who have gone through these hellish two years, but also a reference point for future generations and for the four-five year olds who would have forgotten everything by the time they grow up.'

Mukesh's Fascination For Raag Darbari

Mukesh's Fascination For Raag Darbari

Rediff.com1 Aug 2023

Mukesh was most emotionally bonded to this tune, so all we will do is look at his songs engaging with this raag in films. In his fascinating book, Windows To The Soul: And Other Essays on Music, Manek Premchand reveals something we don't much know about the legendary singer, who was born 100 years ago on July 22.

The Kapoors pay respects to Shashi Uncle

The Kapoors pay respects to Shashi Uncle

Rediff.com5 Dec 2017

Family and friends grieve at the legendary actor's passing.

'I am an Asha Bhosle discovery'

'I am an Asha Bhosle discovery'

Rediff.com8 Sep 2023

'Asha atya remains down-to-earth and frank.' 'If she likes something, she will tell you to your face.' 'Ditto, if she doesn't.' 'She is full of life and energy, I have never seen her brood.'

The reason why Rajiv Kapoor was disheartened

The reason why Rajiv Kapoor was disheartened

Rediff.com9 Feb 2021

'At the time of his death, he was alone at home and very unwell.'

PIX: Ranbir, uncles at RK's last Ganpati visarjan

PIX: Ranbir, uncles at RK's last Ganpati visarjan

Rediff.com24 Sep 2018

Next Ganesh Chaturthi, RK Studios, Mumbai's famous movie landmark, won't be around.

Have A Dev Anand Festival At Home

Have A Dev Anand Festival At Home

Rediff.com26 Sep 2023

Gems you can enjoy from the time he was at his handsome and magnetic best.

Is China New Leader Of Global South?

Is China New Leader Of Global South?

Rediff.com5 Sep 2023

Today, with China centrally seated and located, the Global South has an intriguing road ahead. Odds of it becoming a Chinese bloc in the emerging new bipolar world are higher than we'd wish them to be, observes Shekhar Gupta.

'Never did Dilip Kumar try to dominate me'

'Never did Dilip Kumar try to dominate me'

Rediff.com15 Jul 2021

'If ever annoyed, Dilip Kumar openly spoke out his mind.' 'He abhorred abusive language and never expected it from others around him.'

Remembering R K Studios before it becomes history

Remembering R K Studios before it becomes history

Rediff.com3 Oct 2018

R K Studios is not just another piece of real estate; it is part of India's movie history.

'No star could bully Hrishida'

'No star could bully Hrishida'

Rediff.com30 Sep 2021

'I joined Hrishida when I was 17.' 'He left me with a lifetime of memories.'

Inside Alia-Ranbir's Wedding Party

Inside Alia-Ranbir's Wedding Party

Rediff.com17 Apr 2022

Pastel was the colour scheme at Alia Bhatt and Ranbir Kapoor's Thursday wedding, and black the colour theme of the party the couple hosted on Saturday at their home in Pali Hill.

PIX: The AMAZING life of Kareena Kapoor!

PIX: The AMAZING life of Kareena Kapoor!

Rediff.com21 Sep 2020

As the gorgeous mom-to-be celebrates her 40th birthday, Namrata Thakker takes a peek into her AMAZING life through the years.