All stories by Aseem Chhabra
Met These Wildlife Crime Fighters?
Rediff.com13 Feb 2023'I am a non-resident Indian. I didn't come to India to shine a light on its negative aspects.' 'I came to India to showcase what I think are remarkable aspects of India and Indians on a global scale.'
The Pathaan Review: A Naatu Naatu Experience
Rediff.com25 Jan 2023The underlying message is clear: Please do not question Shah Rukh Khan's loyalty to India. He is Indian, loves his motherland. And he will continue to entertain India for as long as he can, applauds Aseem Chhabra.
'It's also a love story about two brothers who fall in love with a bird species'
Rediff.com24 Jan 2023After winning awards at Sundance and Cannes, Director Shaunak Sen's All That Breathes has now been nominated for an Oscar in the Documentary Feature Film category.
The Banshees of Inisherin Review: Friends No More
Rediff.com18 Jan 2023People move on, get attached to other people, ending a close bond. But we rarely see that on screen, observes Aseem Chhabra.
Keeravaani's Gracious Act At Golden Globes
Rediff.com11 Jan 2023The composer thanked other artists for the making of the song.
Why There's So Much Global Love For RRR
Rediff.com10 Jan 2023Like Slumdog Millionaire, RRR will remain a one-time phenomenon until another big, larger-than-life, Indian film connects with the critics in the West, predicts Aseem Chhabra.
Watched These Amazing 2022 Movies?
Rediff.com31 Dec 2022Aseem Chhabra presents his list of 10 international films that mattered to him, stories that he connected with and characters that gave him a better understanding of the human condition.
Indian Films Aseem Chhabra Loved In 2022
Rediff.com28 Dec 2022Lovingly made, heartfelt stories that speak the truths about our lives.
'So Many Landmark Indian Films Are Crying Out To Be Restored'
Rediff.com13 Dec 2022'...and showcased in their original beauty.'
'Dilip Kumar turning 100!'
Rediff.com9 Dec 2022'What an incredible opportunity to bring back one of the greatest actors of Indian cinema on the big screen.'
Bollywood Brings House Down in Jeddah!
Rediff.com5 Dec 2022It was heartening to see so many women -- young and old, many in hijab and burqa shaking their bodies, raising their arms and singing with complete abandonment.
'We Need To Let Nature Heal'
Rediff.com25 Oct 2022'When Covid first struck, the lockdown resulted in clean air in major Indian cities.' 'You were able to see the Himalayan range from Ludhiana.' 'In Delhi, you were seeing deer and stags all over the city because there was no traffic.' 'It was incredible. Nature was waiting to come back.'
Ravish Kumar's Lonely Journey
Rediff.com14 Oct 2022'We didn't know where the story was going. But I knew I was telling the story of an extremely lonely journalist.'
'Where did Kapil Sharma learn to act like this?'
Rediff.com7 Oct 2022'Karenge aur kaam, sir. Zindagi bahut choti hai, ideas bahut sare hain.'
'I never thought that it's a pandemic story'
Rediff.com7 Sep 2022'I never thought the European audience will love this film, but we had over 2,000 people at the screening.'
The Best 10 Films Ever!
Rediff.com7 Sep 2022Aseem Chhabra lists must watch films, many classics, some relatively new and several personal favourites.
The World's BEST Films, RIGHT HERE!
Rediff.com6 Sep 2022Aseem Chhabra presents his list of 100 best (and must watch) films -- many classics, some relatively new and several personal favourites.
Seen These WONDERFUL Films?
Rediff.com2 Sep 2022Aseem Chhabra presents his list of 100 best (and must watch) films -- many classics, some relatively new and several personal favourites.
The 100 Best Films, RANKED
Rediff.com30 Aug 2022It 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.
How Many Of These Films Have You Seen?
Rediff.com30 Aug 2022Aseem Chhabra presents his list of 100 best (and must watch) films -- many classics, some relatively new and several personal favourites.