Jaspal Bhatti's feel for the grime, the confusions, and the madness in our system was so complete that he could take on every kind of woman or man God ever gave to the institutions of India, feels Sreehari Nair.

The long-awaited book is frank, funny, self-lacerating and full of gossip worthy anecdotes. What else could we ask of the Rocketman?

'Are we too close as well-off Indians, all with servants and drivers and tuition teachers ourselves, to be able to understand why it is all so awful?', asks Aakar Patel.

'She was gutsy and rebellious enough to take on roles other more conventional actresses wouldn't dare and she excelled in them.'

'Why would Destiny play such a cruel game?'

'Ever since I heard about his death this morning, I have not been able to control my tears,' says Patcy N who interviewed the actor often

Most of us have a memory like that with our fathers, tucked away in the back of our minds or hidden away in family albums. Irrfan's passing took us right back. It's also what made it so personal to so many of us, points out Abhishek Mande Bhot.

'All my hard work will be forgotten.'

New lyrics set to familiar (or some not so familiar) English melodies, recorded using 18th-century instrumentation to recreate the ambience of a small tavern or public meeting place.

Richard Schuman interprets the character of Patrick Henry for The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation. He re-creates Patrick Henry's powerful speech.

Usually, general insurers give 30 days for health and 90 days for auto insurance policyholders to pay renewal premiums, even after the due date has passed

In absolute terms, premium collected by general insurers was close to Rs 1.89 trillion in FY20, against Rs 1.69 trillion in FY19

Clearly, these are unusual times. So, things need to be done differently

The usual advice is that one should not withdraw from their EPF account because it hurts the retirement corpus

The survey, conducted by property classified 99acres.com which is owned by Info Edge India Ltd, polled 49,600 house owners and brokers who have listed properties for rent or sale

Apple and Hermès have introduced Apple Watch Hermès, a new collection of Apple Watch in stainless steel with finely crafted leather bands in distinctive styles from Hermès, including the Single Tour, Double Tour, and Cuff, while respecting the design and functionality of the Apple Watch. The collaboration merges Apple’s unparalleled product innovation with the heritage, iconography, and craftsmanship of Hermès, creating a unique expression of Apple Watch. “Apple and Hermès make very different products, but they reflect the deep appreciation of quality design,” said Jonathan Ive, Apple’s chief design officer. “Both companies are motivated by a sincere pursuit of excellence and the desire to create something that is not compromised. Apple Watch Hermès is a true testament to that belief.”

A special word for Ayushmann: Hey Mogambo, your acting rocks!

What Readers thought of Article 15.

'You come out of the theatre feeling happy, inspired, with moist eyes and in awe.'

What Rediff readers thought of Mission Mangal.

War ticks all the components of a masala action entertainer, there's not a single dull moment.

The Chhapaak trailer could have been a dark and depressing tale of a girl disfigured by a vicious attack but fortunately, it isn't, feels Moumita Bhattacharjee.

'I draw inspiration from superheroes. I don't like gruesome action. I don't like showing blood.'

A serial killer may be insane; a show about a serial killer need not be a celebration of his insanity.

Interview with former Pakistan ambassador to the US

Interview with Author,Democratic Dynasties

Interview with Nationalist Congress Party member of Parliament

The dilemmas of women who pull in double shifts at home and work are being seen and felt at scale by male colleagues

Google announces company holiday on May 22 to deal with ‘virus burnout’

TikTok to face scrutiny from Dutch watchdog over use of children's data

Don't hike fees, give parents more payment options: Maharashtra Education department

Career Service Centre, BU, organised webinar session on ‘Bennett CXO Series’

3 more Indians in UAE lose jobs for 'Islamobhobic' social media posts

Mother's Day: Greetings, Photos, WhatsApp and Facebook Status

Kashmir reports 30 fresh coronavirus cases, J&K tally rises to 823

Prove charges or apologise: TMC on Shah's letter

Top Hizb terrorist Riyaz Naikoo killed by security forces in J&K; private phones and mobile internet suspended in Valley

Mother's Day special: How about buying your mother some jewellery in lockdown?

Wrinkles and tired skin? Your mom needs some DIY treatment this Mother's Day

PHD Chamber of Commerce webinar discusses women's roles as leaders and entrepreneurs

Maradu 357 drops post-production plans as ‘five personnel aren’t enough’

Here's how Payal Rajput feels about Kartikeya being cast for RX 100 instead of Vijay Deverakonda

Renu Desai shuts down rumours of Akira's acting debut

Anu Emmanuel to pair up with Udhayanidhi in Magizh Thirumeni's film?

Ajay Gnanamuthu clarifies on Vikram's Cobra!

Taylor Swift announces 'City of Lover' concert

Ariana Grande and Justin Bieber's quarantine anthem 'Stuck with U' is winning over the internet; watch

Salman Khan and Jacqueline Fernandez share the inspiration behind their upcoming track 'Tere Bina' in the second lockdown interview

Taapsee Pannu reveals she's been 'nerdy kid', in note about a school visit experience