'You suddenly realise that in this entire big scheme of things, you're just one speck.'
'How many voices from that time have stood the test of time?' 'There have been RJs before him and after him, but no one has enjoyed his popularity and longevity.'
'I grew up in a place that used to be the best city in India: Allahabad.' 'The city has given some of the best writers, politicians and musicians to the country. 'Today, it has gone to the dogs.'
'I remember that when I was about seven years old, a doctor saw me and told my family that I would only survive for six months and that the disease had no cure. But my mother never gave up. She would always say, 'My son is born to become a renowned wrestler'.'
'I'm talking about that predator in your house, and how one should protect one's children from him.'
Bollywood superstar Salman Khan says artistes from Pakistan should not be treated like terrorists and art and terrorism should not be mixed.
Smita has left behind a rich haul of films that showcase her enormous ability to offer us a glimpse into her soul each time she performed a role.
It is by no means a perfect list and I might have missed out some important films but these are films that have entertained me, taught me how to be compassionate, to view the world, and understand people, their histories, behaviors and customs.
'Aamir Khan, the Indian Film and Television Directors' Association, Rohit Shetty, Salman Khan, Karan Johar, Alia Bhatt, Soni Razdan, Neena Gupta... have come forward and helped me.'
In the run-up to Independence Day, Rediff.com looks at some products that have stood the test of time and continue to tug at the Indian hearts.
The distinguished actress Shaukat Kaifi, mother to Shabana and Baba Azmi, passed away on September 22.
Checkout the guest list.
Director Anand Gandhi discusses his brilliant film, Ship Of Theseus.
'When he was invited on Koffee With Karan, he did not ask for the questions beforehand, like many stars do.' 'Vijay was quite taken aback when Karan launched into a sex discourse.'
Joginder Tuteja looks at contemporary actors who have done well in their kingly acts.
Before you catch a brawny Prabhas as the Prince of Ayodhya in its VFX-heavy edition, Sukanya Verma looks at the many, many on screen portrayals of Ram over the years.
The likes of megastar Amitabh Bachchan, cricketers Sunil Gavaskar and Rahul Dravid, veteran filmmaker Shyam Benegal, novelist Shobhaa De among other prominent public figures have chronicled the story of the 'little girl in polka dots' in a book now.
'Self-importance and egos were thrown aside as a dazzling assemblage of Hindi movie directors arrived at the venue, more than a half hour ahead of the scheduled time... It was fascinating to see all of Hindi cinema represented in one hotel ballroom... The assemblage was magnificent -- from Shyam Benegal to Anurag Kashyap to Abbas-Mastan to Gauri Shinde to Rajkumar Hirani...' Raja Sen was present at an evening not to be forgotten.
Did you know that Vidya Balan's big wish is to go sky-diving and bunjee-jumping?
You will always be missed, Kalpana Lajmi.
'The girl who helps me at home has had a tough life, yet her perspective of life is so much more positive than mine despite the hardships she's endured.'
On Shashi Kapoor's 83rd birth anniversary, Subhash K Jha looks at his top five productions.
Actress Minissha Lamba talks about Bheja Fry, her Cannes experience and the customs drama that ensued.
Celebrity sightings from the ongoing fest.
Shyam Benegal, whose films like Ankur, Bhumika and Mandi have celebrated women trying to take control of their destinies, delivered the keynote speech at the 20th anniversary gala of Apna Ghar on November 14.
'It was one of the most difficult and complex songs of my career.'
'Even my chemist was shutting down by 8.30 on Thursday nights to catch the telecast.'
The latest updates from Bollywood!
Check out the celebs who turned up on day seven at the Mumbai Film Festival.
The actor was honoured with a lifetime achievement award by the Mumbai Academy of Moving Images on the grand finale.
Know more about the extraordinary filmmaker of films like Do Bigha Zamin, Parineeta and Sujata.
Here's a look at the weekend box office
Dalip Tahil has worked on stage, in the films, television and now on the digital platform, and he's not slowing down anytime soon. Continuing our series: Actors We Love.
The actor on his upcoming Shyam Benegal film Well Done Abba, and turning 50.
Here's a look at films with daddy issues, right in their title.
