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Dangal
Its funny, dramatic, dark, serious, emotional all rolled into one seamless cinematic gem. It is the movie of the year.
Dec 2016
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Baahubali 2: The Conclusion
While it doesn't have the same panoramic adventure of its predecessor, it does make up with grand scale and precise execution.
Apr 2017
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Ugly
...a film that draws the deepest and darkest behavior of men. This is how you make a great film.
Dec 2014
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Sep 2017
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Budhia Singh
...does not have the thrills and gimmicks to draw big numbers. But that's exactly what the film deserves. The stupendous storytelling of this film deserves a lot more than 100 crores.
Aug 2016
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Bajrangi Bhaijaan
For once, being a Salman Khan fan doesn’t matter. Regardless of how you feel about the man, you will fall in love with his performance and his film. It’s the best offering of his career. It’s a solid entertainer and its emotional depth will sweep you off your feet.
Jul 2015
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Badhaai Ho
Even though the story has a limited scope, the detailed writing, the finesse of Sharma’s direction and some unforgettable performances, make this film an absolute winner.
Oct 2018
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Feb 2015
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Tanu Weds Manu Returns
Easily one of the year’s best. Another fine feather in Kangana Ranaut’s flourishing hat.
May 2015
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Bajirao Mastani
Rarely do Hindi movies look like they belong on a world stage. Bajirao Mastani is definitely a strong contender for that spot. It’s definitely one of the year’s best.
Dec 2015
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Masaan
That bittersweet combination of happiness and sadness. A perfect mirror to life.
Jul 2015
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Dum Laga Ke Haisha
A lot of thought and effort has been put into making this film. You’ll appreciate the seamless intertwining of humour and drama. And acting performances that are phenomenal.
Feb 2015
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Lipstick Under My Burkha
Director Alankrita Shrivastava has crafted a bold and beautiful film. It showcases a serious problem with society with the right amount of élan.
Jul 2017
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Kesari
With technical brilliance, intricate writing and thundering performances, Kesari is a loud war cry that evokes strong feelings of patriotism and it also wrenches your heart with its climactic tragedy.
Mar 2019
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Haider
...doesn’t have an ounce of the commercial thrills and spills that entertain the 100-crore masses. But it does have an undeniable dramatic punch. It is one of the best stories you’ll every watch on celluloid.
Oct 2014
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Fan
It’s a unique concept, it’s been executed by some masterful CGI and SRK has dug deep into his reserves to give a stellar double-role performance.
Apr 2016
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Hindi Medium
Refreshingly funny and brilliantly insightful film on parenting and education.
May 2017
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Qarib Qarib Singlle
There are no ‘jeene marne ki qasamein’ no drama, just a casual, simple and very refreshing romance that says a lot without much effort. With solid writing and great performances...
Nov 2017
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Dear Zindagi
...this film has some fantastic moments. Some soul searching philosophy and some heart crushing realities on offer.
Nov 2016
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Barfi!
...is that rare film that can make you smile and make you cry in the same scene.
Sep 2012
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Manmarziyaan
At times, the story might be a little too deep for millennials, but Manmarziyaan is one of the best romantic movies to come out of Bollywood in a long time.
Sep 2018
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Pink
Well acted, well intentioned and inspiringly brave, Pink is the film that can shake up feudal mindsets in India.
Sep 2016
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Haraamkhor
This film is insightful and dark, a certified entry into the indie and art cinema stable. If you like your films to be gritty and real, Haraamkhor is a real mean machine.
Jan 2017
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Mukkabaaz
...is not your average sports film or love story. This one’s a funny, intense, dramatic and thrilling ride. It makes you laugh, cry and nervous in equal measure. It’s a great way to start the year.
Jan 2018
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Tumbbad
...is a moody and atmospheric film. Some viewers may find the film a little too deep and disturbing, but fans of Hollywood horror films will be reminded of memorable movies in the genre like Pan’s Labyrinth (2006) and Eraserhead (1977). This one is genuinely scary.
Oct 2018
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Gully Boy
The problem with the film though is it’s length, which stretches to two-and-a-half hours, but the emotional deftness and clap-worth dialogues add the right amount of gusto and keep you totally engaged. This is a film that deserves an encore.
Feb 2019
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