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Shanghai
Visually appealing because of raw, rugged ambience and characters, Shanghai ultimately ends up being yet another political drama that chooses the quick-fix, short-cut.
Jun 2012
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Waiting
Both lead actors are wonderful though, their chemistry feels very real. They are one of the main reasons, the film took me out of 'review' mode and made me forget I was watching a film.
May 2016
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Force
...a perfect masala film, which also means, it is perfectly predictable. And yet, Force keeps you engaged.
Sep 2011
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Bala
In that a body-shaming-themed film HAS to follow a certain trajectory, Bala holds no surprises. The one-liner insights and performances though are enough to see you through two hours. It actively avoids a few eye-rolls too.
Nov 2019
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Bbuddah...Hoga Terra Baap
...brazenly declares that this is a tribute to the legend and his prime years. Once you have done that, they could have gotten away with anything. They didn't necessarily need a story or characterization. But they give you that and Amitabh Bachchan unlimited.
Jul 2011
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Happy Ending
An urban romcom that tries to get a grapple on love. It is charming in its own way, but ultimately ends up having very little more than a regular romedy, as it likes to call itself.
Nov 2014
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Lipstick Under My Burkha
Ace rate dialogue and performances. The topic isn't broached often enough in films. But once it is, we know where it's headed, making this film predictable too.
Jul 2017
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Aiyaary
A decent thriller with a valid crux that could've engaged much better if it weren’t so slow. You’re left with too much time figure out the loopholes in the twists and turns.
Feb 2018
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Phobia
Isn't meant to scare you, but show you how the scared feel. And does it so well.
May 2016
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Parmanu
An obviously over-simplified account of an extremely engaging real-life event. The real-life bit is what keeps you glued despite tacky execution.
May 2018
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Ragini MMS
...has nothing new in the general story or the details, given the genre of supernatural, horror stuff.
May 2011
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ABCD - Any Body Can Dance
...is more a bunch of people showcasing their dancing talent and ab control than anything else.
Feb 2013
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Wazir
A predictable thriller because of the way it is narrated. Good performances, though.
Jan 2016
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Rustom
No sizzling plot, just a simmering one let down even more by how the big reveal is revealed.
Aug 2016
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Noor
Coming-of-age, social message, comment on media, con-men – Noor covers a lot of ground. Which might have been fine, if only it didn't start its sermon.
Apr 2017
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Shaadi Mein Zaroor Aana
You get a ridiculous romance free with an intense revenge drama. Unfortunately, you leave with an after-taste of the silly rom-com instead of the well-written revenge bits.
Nov 2017
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Mere Pyare Prime Minister
At best, serves as an introduction to a Mumbai slum’s dire toilet situation. A rather tepid narration of a story that aims to tug at our heart and awaken a sleeping Mr. System. Succeeds at neither owing to its simplistic take.
Mar 2019
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Isi Life Mein
A misfit in the 00's despite being relevant, Isi Life Mein is as much an irony as it is a shame.
Dec 2010
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Jolly L.L.B.
...is sincere in intent and has perfect lead performances. But unfortunately, it isn't able to create a crisp environment.
Mar 2013
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Warning
Well tried. But, you expect a few more thrills from a thriller with sharks and expanses of open water.
Sep 2013
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Bangistan
Okay, okay, we get it. It is satire. The satire is witty too. But then, what? Nothing beyond the concept really. Also, does satire always have to be preachy?
Aug 2015
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Indu Sarkar
Intertwining stories of Indu Sarkar, the protagonist and Indira's sarkar leave the movie neither here nor there.
Jul 2017
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Sui Dhaaga
Finesse comes through in language, costumes, and even performances. Not so much in the story writing or telling.
Sep 2018
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Shikara
An ineffective summary of the tragedies that people might have suffered in real life. And yet makes you wonder, if this is a summary, how horrifying might the details have been.
Feb 2020
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Sahi Dhandhe Galat Bande
Parvin Dabas directs himself well. And he gets a few scenes right, but other than that his debut as a director Sahi Dhande Galat Bande doesn't engage as a film with a social message ought to.
Aug 2011
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Jun 2012
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Shortcut Romeo
It doesn't feel like they take the audience for granted. Its just that the ability of the writer/director to engage us is limited.
Jun 2013
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Jazbaa
Warped and not in a good way. After a decent start, completely warps logic and the associated human element.
Oct 2015
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Lucknow Central
Engages on and off while you're in the theater. Nothing memorable for later.
Sep 2017
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Uri
Slick war action could make it worth a watch. But be warned, the forced and never-ending emotional drama is a bit much and the propaganda is inescapable.
Jan 2019