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'Emmanuel Macron Was Very Charming, Very Attentive'

'Emmanuel Macron Was Very Charming, Very Attentive'

Rediff.com3 days ago

'The fact that this was the first stop of French President Emmanuel Macron's trip shows his appreciation of the fact that films are not only a cultural exchange but also a tool of soft power that can foster economic growth.'

Emmanuel Macron's Brush With Bollywood

Emmanuel Macron's Brush With Bollywood

Rediff.com5 days ago

'Here's to India x France. And to many more stories waiting to be told.'

Khushi Kapoor Cheers For Adarsh Gourav-Shanaya Kapoor's Tu Yaa Main

Khushi Kapoor Cheers For Adarsh Gourav-Shanaya Kapoor's Tu Yaa Main

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

Family and film folk lined up to watch Shanaya Kapoor and Adarsh Gourav's survival tale in the Friday the 13th release, Tu Yaa Main.

Farhan Akhtar In Sam Mendes' Beatles Film, Plays Ravi Shankar

Farhan Akhtar In Sam Mendes' Beatles Film, Plays Ravi Shankar

Rediff.com13 Feb 2026

'The closure of Don 3 was the best thing to happen to Farhan. If he was committed to directing Don, he wouldn't have been able to take on Pandit Ravi Shankar's role in The Beatles.'

Alia Adds Glamour To OTT Awards

Alia Adds Glamour To OTT Awards

Rediff.com16 Dec 2025

The sixth Filmfare OTT Awards were held in Mumbai On December 15. Stars looked gorgeous as they walked the red carpet.

2025: Readers Pick Their Favourite Films

2025: Readers Pick Their Favourite Films

Rediff.com8 Jan 2026

We asked readers to list their favourite films from 2025, and we got an interesting range of movies that included blockbusters, well-reviewed films and a couple of surprises.

Ikkis Screening: Sunny Deol Gets Tearful

Ikkis Screening: Sunny Deol Gets Tearful

Rediff.com30 Dec 2025

Sunny Deol hosted a special screening for Ikkis, his father Dharmendra's last film, on Monday.

Bollywood's Ladies Cheer Farhan Akhtar

Bollywood's Ladies Cheer Farhan Akhtar

Rediff.com20 Nov 2025

Farhan Akhtar held the doors open for *everyone* at the special screening of his new film, 120 Bahadur.

Aamir Khan Casts His Vote

Aamir Khan Casts His Vote

Rediff.com15 Jan 2026

Film stars arrived at polling booths in Mumbai to cast their votes in the ongoing Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) elections. The elections are seen as crucial for major cities such as Mumbai, Pune, Nagpur, Thane, Navi Mumbai, Nashik, and Pimpri-Chinchwad.

Ranveer Singh's Top 10 Films

Ranveer Singh's Top 10 Films

Rediff.com31 Dec 2025

Ranveer has shown the right instincts in his choice of roles, which he has played with seeming effortlessness, backed with preparation and understanding.

Fatima's Ishk With Vijay Varma

Fatima's Ishk With Vijay Varma

Rediff.com29 Nov 2025

Manish Malhotra held a grand premiere for his debut production, Gustaakh Ishk, and invited friends from the film industry.

The Best Hindi 25 Films In 25 Years

The Best Hindi 25 Films In 25 Years

Rediff.com7 Jan 2026

Over 25 years, societies evolve and tastes change. Cinema absorbs and reflects this transformation. Picking only 25 films from the first quarter of the century is tough.

Agastya Is Special, Says Jaya Bachchan

Agastya Is Special, Says Jaya Bachchan

Rediff.com30 Oct 2025

'That child is determined to forge his own path. Like me, he won't follow the herd.'

Ananya, Tamannaah, Bhumi's Glamorous Night Out

Ananya, Tamannaah, Bhumi's Glamorous Night Out

Rediff.com18 Sep 2025

The who's who of Bollywood arrived for the grand premiere of Aryan Khan's directorial debut series The Ba***ds Of Bollywood and made it a night to remember.

Janhvi-Ishaan-Vishal Give Us A Night To Remember

Janhvi-Ishaan-Vishal Give Us A Night To Remember

Rediff.com23 Sep 2025

Film folk attended the premiere of Neeraj Ghaywan's new film, Homebound, India's entry for the Oscars.

Zoya Akhtar's AMAZING Movies

Zoya Akhtar's AMAZING Movies

Rediff.com13 Feb 2019

Sukanya Verma on The Zoya Factor in Indian cinema.

The Power Siblings Of Bollywood

The Power Siblings Of Bollywood

Rediff.com7 Aug 2025

The bond between Bollywood's siblings is there for all to see. While some may not not worked together, they promote and support each other just as strongly.

Rekha Steals The Show At Shabana's 75th Party

Rekha Steals The Show At Shabana's 75th Party

Rediff.com19 Sep 2025

Old friend Boney Kapur hosted a party for Shabana Azmi's 75th birthday and a merry and wonderful time was had by all.

PIX: Farhan-Shibani party with Zoya Akhtar

PIX: Farhan-Shibani party with Zoya Akhtar

Rediff.com26 Dec 2019

Zoya Akhtar threw a Christmas bash and invited her friends over.

Did Bollywood Like Shanaya's Debut Film?

Did Bollywood Like Shanaya's Debut Film?

Rediff.com10 Jul 2025

Shanaya Kapoor is all set to make her Bollywood debut this week, and family and film folk rallied around her to welcome her on board.

PIX: Shah Rukh parties with Zoya Akhtar

PIX: Shah Rukh parties with Zoya Akhtar

Rediff.com14 Oct 2018

Happy birthday Zoya!

PIX: Kareena, Malaika, Jacqueline party with Zoya Akhtar

PIX: Kareena, Malaika, Jacqueline party with Zoya Akhtar

Rediff.com18 Feb 2015

Chekc out the star arrivals.

Tabu in Zoya Akhtar's film

Tabu in Zoya Akhtar's film

Rediff.com3 Sep 2004

Aditi-Siddharth's Glamorous Outing

Aditi-Siddharth's Glamorous Outing

Rediff.com16 Apr 2025

Bollywood stars added glamour to the second edition of MAMI Select, held in Mumbai on April 15.

Zoya Akhtar to direct Farhan again

Zoya Akhtar to direct Farhan again

Rediff.com29 Oct 2009

After directing her brother Farhan Akhtar in her debut Luck By Chance, Zoya is all set to repeat him in her next project.

Zoya Akhtar: I'm obsessed with people

Zoya Akhtar: I'm obsessed with people

Rediff.com7 Sep 2009

Zoya Akhtar on her films.

Just Who Is Elnaaz Norouzi?

Just Who Is Elnaaz Norouzi?

Rediff.com2 Jun 2025

This year is going to be extra special for Elnaaz as she will be seen in the reality show The Traitors and also in another Hollywood movie, Hotel Tehran, playing the lead opposite Zachary Levi and Liam Neeson.

How Did Bollywood's Star Kids Fare?

How Did Bollywood's Star Kids Fare?

Rediff.com14 Jul 2025

It's the season of star kids, and it continues with Chunky Pandey's nephew Ahaan Pandey getting ready for his Bollywood debut with this Friday's release, Saiyaara.

Golden Girl Malaika's Night Out

Golden Girl Malaika's Night Out

Rediff.com24 Mar 2025

Last weekend was dedicated to women, as The Hollywood Reporter celebrated Women In Entertainment 2025.

PIX: Saiyami Kher plays Holi with Zoya Akhtar

PIX: Saiyami Kher plays Holi with Zoya Akhtar

Rediff.com14 Mar 2017

A look at the celebration pictures.

Raashii's Evening With The Superboys!

Raashii's Evening With The Superboys!

Rediff.com25 Feb 2025

The young folk of Bollywood stepped out to watch Reema Kagti's new film, Superboys Of Malegaon, ahead of its release on February 28.

Finding 'Paradise' On The Red Carpet

Finding 'Paradise' On The Red Carpet

Rediff.com26 Mar 2025

The Critics Choice Awards saw a lot of talent on the red carpet, as actors got recognised for their work.

In Transit Review: Compassionate Take

In Transit Review: Compassionate Take

Rediff.com13 Jun 2025

The documentary series In Transit attempts to correct the misconceptions about transgenders, notes Deepa Gahlot.

Farhan, Farah, Anusha's Birthday Party

Farhan, Farah, Anusha's Birthday Party

Rediff.com9 Jan 2025

Farhan Akhtar, Farah Khan and Anusha Dandekar celebrate their birthdays on January 9.

A Peek Into Khushi's Nadaaniyan Life

A Peek Into Khushi's Nadaaniyan Life

Rediff.com13 Mar 2025

Khushi Kapoor takes us behind the scenes of her Netflix movie, Nadaniyaan, to give us some glimpses into her life on set.

Zoya Akhtar: Do what you love, money will come

Zoya Akhtar: Do what you love, money will come

Rediff.com28 Oct 2011

The director of Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara shares her take on life and career.

5 Must Watch Titles From This Supergirl of Bollywood!

5 Must Watch Titles From This Supergirl of Bollywood!

Rediff.com27 Feb 2025

Sukanya Verma captures everything Reema Kagti has created so far and where you can watch it.

Zoya Akhtar to work with Ranveer Singh?

Zoya Akhtar to work with Ranveer Singh?

Rediff.com11 Mar 2016

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

Women's Friendships: 10 Movies To Watch

Women's Friendships: 10 Movies To Watch

Rediff.com10 Mar 2025

Deepa Gahlot pick 10 films about women's bonding to watch on OTT.

'After The Scene, He Broke Down And Wept'

'After The Scene, He Broke Down And Wept'

Rediff.com6 Jun 2025

'The entire shoot paused after that.' 'There was a heaviness on set -- a shared recognition of the horror we were portraying.'