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Kishore Sarja: A talent wasted

Kishore Sarja: A talent wasted

Rediff.com29 Jun 2009

A tribute to the well known Kannada director who passed away on June 26.

'I am done with acting'

'I am done with acting'

Rediff.com15 Dec 2021

'I am far better at cooking than I was at acting.'

Actor Sai Pallavi clarifies her 'Kashmiri Pandits genocide' remarks

Actor Sai Pallavi clarifies her 'Kashmiri Pandits genocide' remarks

Rediff.com19 Jun 2022

The actor said she was disturbed by the "plight" of Kashmiri Pandits shown in 'The Kashmir Files'.

COVID-19: Here's how Salman, Shah Rukh are helping out

COVID-19: Here's how Salman, Shah Rukh are helping out

Rediff.com26 May 2020

From Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan to Chiranjeevi and Prabhas, India's film stars are stepping forward to do their bit for migrants, daily wage workers and those from their own film industry facing joblessness and near starvation in an unprecedented pan-India lockdown.

Review: Ithu Nammude Katha works

Review: Ithu Nammude Katha works

Rediff.com31 Jan 2011

On the surface this film looks like a frame to frame copy of Nadodigal. But it still works though it is difficult to pinpoint the reason why.

Supertstar Rajinikanth awarded Padma Vibhushan

Supertstar Rajinikanth awarded Padma Vibhushan

Rediff.com25 Jan 2016

The latest updates from the film industry.

The LESSON Sanjay Dutt Learnt

The LESSON Sanjay Dutt Learnt

Rediff.com6 Apr 2022

'I search for characters that have a certain style, be it Ballu from Khal Nayak, Ajju from Kaante, Billa from Musafir or Kancha Cheena from Agneepath.'

'Social media offers great freedom for victims to speak up'

'Social media offers great freedom for victims to speak up'

Rediff.com23 Oct 2018

'We should be careful in creating a new Internet justice system in case it's misused.'

Coming up this Friday: Bodyguard and Maduve Mane

Coming up this Friday: Bodyguard and Maduve Mane

Rediff.com3 Nov 2011

A look at the Kannada releases this week.

Wishes pour in as PM Modi turns 73

Wishes pour in as PM Modi turns 73

Rediff.com17 Sep 2023

The prime minister will be part of the launch of several development initiatives on his birthday.

PIX: Stars attend the 59th South Filmfare awards

PIX: Stars attend the 59th South Filmfare awards

Rediff.com9 Jul 2012

A look at the stars who made it to the gala evening.

Akshay, Asin holiday in Italy!

Akshay, Asin holiday in Italy!

Rediff.com24 Jun 2016

The top posts on social media from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

'I have never been comfortable in my skin'

'I have never been comfortable in my skin'

Rediff.com16 Sep 2021

'Pole dancing has made me less anxious and more confident. It is one of the most liberating feelings ever.'

'Even Modi is a first time candidate from UP'

'Even Modi is a first time candidate from UP'

Rediff.com18 Mar 2014

'The party is going through hard times. One doesn't back off when your party needs you the most. Tough people never withdraw from the race,' movie star Nagma, the Congress candidate from Meerut, UP, tells Rediff.com's A Ganesh Nadar.

There won't be another Baahubali for a while

There won't be another Baahubali for a while

Rediff.com24 Mar 2018

The four southern languages and the Marathi regional industry have found success, but regional cinema, in general, still grapples with basic issues.

How Do Star Kids Compare With Stars?

How Do Star Kids Compare With Stars?

Rediff.com23 Nov 2023

With an endless number of star kid debuts in the offing, we thought of looking at how this decade's brigade compares to their mums, dads, uncles or siblings.

'Urumi was difficult to shoot for'

'Urumi was difficult to shoot for'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2011

Actress Nithya Menon talks about Urumi.

Vikram's Malayalam comeback

Vikram's Malayalam comeback

Rediff.com11 Aug 2010

Get your low down on what's happening in the Malayalam film industry right here!

Baahubali Effect changes how India makes movies

Baahubali Effect changes how India makes movies

Rediff.com16 Aug 2017

Several big budget movies, including one for Rs 300 crore on Karna and another Rs 1,000 crore movie based on Bhima, have been launched on the same model.

'Indian men don't have sex'

'Indian men don't have sex'

Rediff.com3 Aug 2017

'We are the largest film industry in the world.' 'We employ millions and entertain billions.' 'We generate the highest amount of sales tax.' 'Our stars pay the highest amount of income tax.' 'All I would say is: Don't f*** it up!'

'When will I get a chance to play a prostitute again?'

'When will I get a chance to play a prostitute again?'

Rediff.com13 Nov 2019

'You have to sell yourself as a product in Bollywood.'

'Main kya tumhe villain lagti hu?'

'Main kya tumhe villain lagti hu?'

Rediff.com25 Oct 2023

'Vishal told me he envisioned me while writing (the script), but I was not well.' 'He called me and said, 'Navindraji, hum aap ka dhyaan rakhenge set par.' 'That's how I got on board, and they really pampered me.'

New avatars for Shwaas

New avatars for Shwaas

Rediff.com25 Apr 2008

Award-winning 2004 Marathi film Shwaas will be released in Bengali, Hindi and several other languages

Santosh Sivan: It's important for me to spread my wings beyond cinema

Santosh Sivan: It's important for me to spread my wings beyond cinema

Rediff.com29 Jan 2014

Ace cinematographer and filmmaker Santosh Sivan is delighted by the government's decision to honour him with Padma Shri.

Vikram, Rajinikant, Siddharth: Meet Shankar's leading men

Vikram, Rajinikant, Siddharth: Meet Shankar's leading men

Rediff.com13 Jan 2015

As his latest, much-talked about venture, I, starring Vikram, is all set to hit the screens this Pongal, here is a look at the other heroes, who have been a part of this brilliant director's extraordinary journey of success.

2018 is a moneyspinner year for Indian cinema

2018 is a moneyspinner year for Indian cinema

Rediff.com24 Sep 2018

After a miserable two years of flopping films and stagnant revenues, what has changed for the film industry?

Puri Jagannadh, Ravi Teja team up for Idiot 2

Puri Jagannadh, Ravi Teja team up for Idiot 2

Rediff.com19 Jul 2011

Get your lowdown on what's happening in Telugu cinema.

Vikram's daughter to get engaged in July

Vikram's daughter to get engaged in July

Rediff.com29 Jun 2016

The latest updates from the Tamil industry.

'If Salman says yes tomorrow, I am ready to do a film with him'

'If Salman says yes tomorrow, I am ready to do a film with him'

Rediff.com21 Nov 2016

Rajinikanth is back to what he does best!

'I don't want people to feel sorry for me'

'I don't want people to feel sorry for me'

Rediff.com8 Mar 2022

'I don't believe in focusing on the bad things that have happened in my life.'

PIX: Sayyeshaa, Shriya, Hansika at Apsara Awards

PIX: Sayyeshaa, Shriya, Hansika at Apsara Awards

Rediff.com10 Apr 2017

Take a look at the arrivals.

Everything you wanted to know about Jayalalitha, actress

Everything you wanted to know about Jayalalitha, actress

Rediff.com6 Dec 2016

Long before she became a political legend, there was Jayalalitha, the actress.

Why I Played A Killer Cop

Why I Played A Killer Cop

Rediff.com12 May 2022

'Ponni is not a criminal. 'She is someone who does what she has to due to the adversities that have occurred in her life. I had to keep that in mind.'

Varun, Shraddha come together for ABCD 2

Varun, Shraddha come together for ABCD 2

Rediff.com1 Sep 2014

Here's a look at top 10 tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.

Stalin Draws Up Line Of DMK Succession

Stalin Draws Up Line Of DMK Succession

Rediff.com14 Dec 2022

What does Udhayanidhi's induction as minister mean? For the DMK, it indicates the future course, direction and leadership. It is continuity with change, and change with continuity, points out N Sathiya Moorthy.

Bloody Daddy Review: Big Fat Wedding Meets Gangster Gore

Bloody Daddy Review: Big Fat Wedding Meets Gangster Gore

Rediff.com9 Jun 2023

With its slick cinematography and breathless pace, Bloody Daddy is not really made for OTT, but that's where it ends up, notes Deepa Gahlot.

Review: Gauththam is enjoyable

Review: Gauththam is enjoyable

Rediff.com3 Apr 2009

Prem Kumar enacts well in an emotional role in Gauththam, a remake of the Tamil film Aahaa. Fine performances by veteran artists and good music by Guru Kiran are the appealing points of the film. A good family entertainer despite a rather lengthy second half.

'I am that hero whose family is the audience'

'I am that hero whose family is the audience'

Rediff.com19 Apr 2021

'In India the box office numbers are insane. It released with 7 other films It still did 70 crores during pandemic times. 'To have your second feature film in Telugu create this kind of impact is a dream come true.'

Music review: Poi Solla Porom

Music review: Poi Solla Porom

Rediff.com24 Jul 2008

Poi Solla Porom's music is a peppy, enthusiastic and just plain feel-good if unoriginal offering. Perhaps the picturisation will add some zest to the general musical ambience.

Amy Jackson celebrates Pongal

Amy Jackson celebrates Pongal

Rediff.com15 Jan 2015

A look at the top tweets from your favourite Bollywood celebrities.