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Nov 2013
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Boss
I imagine Akshay Kumar’s film slate to be decided thus: Look for public holiday, decide release date, work backwards. Script, cast and director are incidental.
Oct 2013
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Oct 2013
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The Lunchbox
...an exceptional film, a rare gem that arrives only once in a few years.
Sep 2013
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Sep 2013
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Madras Cafe
For the director, who chooses an unconventional theme but mounts it like a big-budget action entertainer, Madras Cafe is a major victory.
Aug 2013
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Once Upon A Time In Mumbai Dobaara
...a confused, botched-up attempt at reworking the formula of the first film...
Aug 2013
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Lootera
Just for its ability to engage you with pure aesthetics and technique, Lootera cannot be missed.
Jul 2013
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Ghanchakkar
It's a pity - given the collective talent on display – that the film never quite rises above its potential.
Jun 2013
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Raanjhanaa
...a fairly enjoyable film, aided by a fast-paced narrative, a hummable score by AR Rahman and a great central protagonist.
Jun 2013
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Yamla Pagla Deewana 2
Forget funny, the sequel isn't even mildly amusing. It's just boring.
Jun 2013
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Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani
...fairly entertaining film never quite rises above its need to stick to the tried-and-tested.
May 2013
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Aurangzeb
Even though slightly over-ambitious, Aurangzeb is a good start for Sabharwal- he might well be a suitable inheritor of King Chopra’s love for good ol’ drama.
May 2013
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May 2013
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Shootout At Wadala
...would have been fun if it made no bones about being an unabashed crowd-pleaser, rather than the “authentic” docu-drama it annoyingly pretends to be and using the premise as a license to indulge in three Bs – bullets, breasts and (what you also end up telling yourself after watching it), “bhenchod.”
May 2013
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The Attacks Of 26/11
...an exploitative, voyeuristic endeavour undertaken by a filmmaker because he has the money and resources to do so.
Mar 2013
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Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster Returns
It seems that the temptation to cash in on Saheb Biwi Aur Gangster’s success – rather than a story that deserved to be told – is what drove the sequel. Despite that, there’s still a lot to be cherished in the film.
Mar 2013
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Kai Po Che!
...seems to have been made with much passion and dedication, and its intentions override its shortcomings. Casting, cinematography and music – and not the boys – are the film’s three heroes.
Feb 2013
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Special 26
...the few hiccups aside, the movie works primarily due to Pandey’s ability to draw in the viewer with witty writing and interesting character interactions.
Feb 2013
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David
...given that David had the potential to be three great films in one. Instead, it ends up being only half of what it promised.
Feb 2013
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Race 2
...is the kind of film you wish for your worst enemy to watch on a Saturday night at the most expensive multiplex ticket available. Unlike the first part of the franchise, though, it’s not even one of those guilty pleasure films that act as accompaniment on a drunken night with friends. Even as a terribly bad film, Race 2 is a disappointment.
Jan 2013
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Inkaar
...an unfortunately botched attempt at portraying a relevant issue, even as Mishra struggles to strike a balance between style and substance.
Jan 2013
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Table No. 21
...it’s a well-paced thriller with some highs and quite a few lows, and it’s never boring.
Jan 2013
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Talaash
As much as the story hinges on the final revelation – one that’s supposed to jolt you – the journey itself isn’t too bad either. It demands an investment of time and patience, surely, but the pay-off is rewarding.
Nov 2012
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Nov 2012
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English Vinglish
You may find cliches along the way, yet English Vinglish is among the most refreshingly novel films made in recent times.
Oct 2012
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Raaz 3
Watching Raaz 3 is like being at a magic show where you've figured out the magician's sleight of hand; you see the show unfold, already knowing how each trick will exactly play out. Bereft of the surprise factor...
Sep 2012