News for 'tamil film industry'

Run for Abhishek!

Run for Abhishek!

Rediff.com14 May 2004

The man who made Aamir Khan a star

The man who made Aamir Khan a star

Rediff.com27 May 2008

Mansoor has directed only four films in the last 20 years -- Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak, Jo Jeeta Woh Sikandar, Akele Hum Akele Tum and Josh. After that, he disappeared from the film industry, and settled down to a life of farming in Coonoor, Tamil Nadu.

Get ready for Mammootty's Puthiya Niyamam

Get ready for Mammootty's Puthiya Niyamam

Rediff.com12 Feb 2016

The latest updates from the Malayalam film industry.

'We've built over 60 sets for Heera Mandi'

'We've built over 60 sets for Heera Mandi'

Rediff.com21 Aug 2023

'At a time when there's a lot of conversation happening around how AI has made art directors and production designers jobless, we will simply say that if your work speaks for you, you will never be out of work.'

Just what is Amitabh doing these days?

Just what is Amitabh doing these days?

Rediff.com14 May 2019

Joginder Tuteja peeks into the Big B's date diary, and tells us what to expect from him next.

'I'm a greedy actor'

'I'm a greedy actor'

Rediff.com26 Aug 2022

'The idea is to chart your own path, live your life authentically, not be scared to ask questions and not be scared to demand to sit at the table.' 'They may not let you sit today, but they will, if you keep demanding it.'

Will Rajinikanth join politics? Wait for December 31 for the answer

Will Rajinikanth join politics? Wait for December 31 for the answer

Rediff.com26 Dec 2017

Addressing his fans on the opening day of a six-day-long photo session with followers, the actor said he was hesitant to enter politics since he knew its dynamics.

'Friends tell me I am like a 5 year old'

'Friends tell me I am like a 5 year old'

Rediff.com15 Mar 2022

'I'm a very positive and optimistic human being.' 'You put a pile of garbage in front of me and I will find a flower in it.'

Jallikattu WILL happen! Centre clears ordinance allowing it

Jallikattu WILL happen! Centre clears ordinance allowing it

Rediff.com20 Jan 2017

Decks were cleared on Friday night for an ordinance on Jallikattu after Tamil Nadu and the Centre worked feverishly even as the state stood on the edge and protesters on Marina beach and elsewhere refused to relent until the sport is held.

'There will be no reservations'

'There will be no reservations'

Rediff.com5 Nov 2019

'Why don't they suggest artificial intelligence training for SC/STs?' 'Why can't they be trained in computer programming?'

The Secret Ingredient Of Pathaan's Success

The Secret Ingredient Of Pathaan's Success

Rediff.com30 Jan 2023

There are hundreds of fan clubs -- in Jalgaon, Beed, Chennai, Kolkata, Akola, Yavatmal, Bengaluru, Sitamarhi, New York, Canada, Nigeria etc. Every Indian city/town or a major country has a fan club for the man whose fan base has been estimated at 3.5 billion by Time Magazine.

'Never thought Chellam Sir would be so big'

'Never thought Chellam Sir would be so big'

Rediff.com10 Jun 2021

'I am really happy with how people remember my character.'

How Avengers stole the Indian box office

How Avengers stole the Indian box office

Rediff.com1 Jan 2020

'If you look at the Number 1 film in India this year across Bollywood and other regional film industries, it is Avengers: Endgame.'

Ramya in Gowtham Menon's next

Ramya in Gowtham Menon's next

Rediff.com27 Dec 2006

The actress is considered Kannada filmdom's good luck charm.

Vishnu Sene review

Vishnu Sene review

Rediff.com26 Dec 2005

Famous drummer Sivamani turns music director

Famous drummer Sivamani turns music director

Rediff.com1 Jul 2014

Sivamani will make his debut as a composer in the Tamil film Arima Nambi.

Shriya Saran makes a cameo in Oopiri

Shriya Saran makes a cameo in Oopiri

Rediff.com23 Jan 2016

The latest updates from the Telugu film industry.

Pix: Want to look glamorous and sexy?

Pix: Want to look glamorous and sexy?

Rediff.com24 Aug 2018

That exquisite six yards called the sari is all you need. Gaurang's collection is proof.

'The main hero is the plane, I am the second lead'

'The main hero is the plane, I am the second lead'

Rediff.com1 Apr 2021

'There are only two religions in this country: Films and cricket.' 'These two religions will unite all religions.' 'And that only happens in a cinema hall.'

Rajnikanth pays tribute to Shammi Kapoor

Rajnikanth pays tribute to Shammi Kapoor

Rediff.com14 Aug 2011

The Tamil superstar claims he is a huge fan of the Junglee actor.

Hyderabad remembers Sridevi

Hyderabad remembers Sridevi

Rediff.com5 Mar 2018

The Telugu film industry remembers one of its own.

Review: Sigaram Thodu is an exciting thriller

Review: Sigaram Thodu is an exciting thriller

Rediff.com12 Sep 2014

A well-executed film with good performances, Sigaram Thodu is definitely worth watching.

What Nishikant Kamat was really like

What Nishikant Kamat was really like

Rediff.com18 Aug 2020

Subhash K Jha remembers a decent, kind, gentle person, who didn't quite get his due.

PIX: Sonal, Akshara, Hansika at IIFA Utsavam

PIX: Sonal, Akshara, Hansika at IIFA Utsavam

Rediff.com30 Mar 2017

Take a look at the gala event.

Dharani: Life after Bangaram

Dharani: Life after Bangaram

Rediff.com15 May 2006

I-T officials raid 4 top Kannada actors, 3 producers

I-T officials raid 4 top Kannada actors, 3 producers

Rediff.com3 Jan 2019

The raids were carried out across 23 locations in the state and involved around 200 sleuths, they said.

Veteran director, ex-minister Dasari Narayana Rao dies

Veteran director, ex-minister Dasari Narayana Rao dies

Rediff.com30 May 2017

Rao was a Congress MP from Andhra Pradesh and served as the Union minister of state for coal.

'Janhvi was sitting on the footpath, reading the script'

'Janhvi was sitting on the footpath, reading the script'

Rediff.com10 Aug 2022

'I was very scared as I was a first-time director. 'Janhvi is a star and a star kid. But the moment she asked me if she was capable of playing the role, we became equals.'

Disappointing first quarter for Malayalam cinema

Disappointing first quarter for Malayalam cinema

Rediff.com3 Apr 2014

2014 could well be the year the Malayalam industry faces its acid test.

Dulquer-Sai play married couple in Kali

Dulquer-Sai play married couple in Kali

Rediff.com4 Feb 2016

The latest updates from the Malayalam film industry.

Nagarjuna turns singer

Nagarjuna turns singer

Rediff.com26 Jul 2016

The latest updates from the Telugu film industry.

Jeethu Joseph's next is Life of Josutty

Jeethu Joseph's next is Life of Josutty

Rediff.com2 Mar 2015

Here's the lowdown from the Malayalam film industry.

'In films like De Dana Dan, I'm telling a lie'

'In films like De Dana Dan, I'm telling a lie'

Rediff.com25 Nov 2009

Priyadarshan talks about De Dana Dan and why Akshay is his compensation for Mohanlal.

Don't kill Bollywood!

Don't kill Bollywood!

Rediff.com9 Apr 2015

'The Maharashtra government diktat is another meddling example in an industry where politics or language has no role to play.' 'Cinema has a universal language. Filmmakers are divided across regions, but united in their passion for films,' says director Suparn Verma.

'Vaastu Prakaara is an out-and-out commercial film'

'Vaastu Prakaara is an out-and-out commercial film'

Rediff.com31 Mar 2015

One of the busiest actors in Kannada cinema, Rakshit Shetty collaborates with director Yograj Bhat in Vaastu Prakaara which releases this week.

Why Pahlaj Nihalani is angry about IIFA

Why Pahlaj Nihalani is angry about IIFA

Rediff.com19 Jul 2017

'Foreign exchange is being squandered.' 'Every top star is given tickets for his spouse, children, parents, ayahs, bodyguards, friends, friends of friends...' 'I've heard stars are even given shopping money.' 'Who is paying for all this?'

Selva's MOST TIRING SCENE in The Family Man

Selva's MOST TIRING SCENE in The Family Man

Rediff.com18 Jun 2021

'In the climax, if you see, Manoj Bajpayee and I engage in a fist fight.' 'It had to be shot in a single take so either of us couldn't make any mistakes.'

Shriya apologises for indecent dress

Shriya apologises for indecent dress

Rediff.com16 Jan 2008

The Tamil actress tendered an apology after courting controversy for donning 'indecent' attire.

Gangubai, Valimai, Bheemla Nayak draw crowds to cinemas

Gangubai, Valimai, Bheemla Nayak draw crowds to cinemas

Rediff.com26 Feb 2022

'The weekend advance booking are extremely encouraging for these movies, and the extended break due to Mahashivratri, will provide a significant impetus.'

'What if slum children craved for pizza? What would they do?'

'What if slum children craved for pizza? What would they do?'

Rediff.com26 Mar 2015

Director M Manikandan talks about his National Award-winning Tamil film Kaakka Muttai.