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D-Day
...is far from perfect, but as pulpy Bollywood action films go, it's very watchable and works its strengths.
Jul 2013
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Prem Ratan Dhan Payo
...the tropes have gotten rusty, the emotions seldom feel genuine, and the writing is strictly surface level. Good thing then that the film's got Salman Khan as leading man, his abundant charisma glossing over many of its flaws.
Nov 2015
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Phillauri
...isn’t a consistently smooth ride. It’s uneven and bumpy and unforgivably slow in portions. But a lot of it works and some of it flies.
Mar 2017
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Parched
The three friends, parched both emotionally and sexually, will have you rooting for them and cheering as they find their feet and their freedom in the end.
Sep 2016
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Band Baaja Baaraat
...a romantic comedy done correctly. Fun, but with warmth at its heart.
Dec 2010
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Shaitan
It isn't as daring as Anurag Kashyap's debut 'Paanch' whose themes it clearly mirrors, but it's got many moments that'll surprise you.
Jun 2011
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Jan 2015
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Gour Hari Dastaan
Make time for Gour Hari Dastaan. It's an important story that must be heard.
Aug 2015
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Beyond The Clouds
Ultimately the film offers comfort in the familiar…for those that seek it. It’s Majid Majidi-lite at best; a bittersweet, inoffensive drama that runs, but never flies.
Apr 2018
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Yeh Saali Zindagi
...takes its time to unfold, but it’s a delicious little treat if you muster the patience for it.
Feb 2011
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Hasee Toh Phasee
...gives us some of the funniest, most inspired moments in recent rom-com memory.
Feb 2014
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Tu Hai Mera Sunday
The film doesn’t throw up many surprises on the script level, but it benefits from a strong cast and a casual, lighthearted tone that never slips.
Oct 2017
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Karwaan
...isn’t perfect, but I enjoyed the film’s laidback, unhurried vibe, and it’s terrific music.
Aug 2018
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Barfi!
...had the potential to be great cinema, but as it stands it’s a respectable film that’s still better than a lot else you’re likely to see.
Sep 2012
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Kites
...it's an ambitious, brave experiment that may not always work, but it tries. Which is more than what one can say about many films we've seen recently.
May 2010
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Oct 2012
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Raanjhanaa
For its immensely entertaining first half, a winning score by AR Rahman, but most of all for Dhanush, this is a film that's worth your time.
Jun 2013
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Sarbjit
...feels half-baked and wanting. But the performances – particularly Randeep Hooda's – keeps you invested in what's on the screen.
May 2016
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Jan 2017
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102 Not Out
Despite its many shortcomings 102 Not Out has its heart in the right place, and a pair of actors clearly enjoying themselves on screen. Their infectious energy alone makes this film worth a watch.
May 2018
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Shubh Mangal Zyada Saavdhan
...there is enough to enjoy and appreciate here. It takes a difficult subject and executes it with some flair.
Feb 2020
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Agneepath
...an old-fashioned revenge drama treated in that melodramatic, over-the-top style. You're not likely to be bored by the intense action and the solid performances, but prepare to be exhausted by just how long this film plays on.
Jan 2012
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Mardaani
It's a well-made commercial Hindi film - reasonably short and minus songs - that's trying to say something.
Aug 2014
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Dec 2015
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Dishoom
You won’t remember Dishoom for its plot or for its performances. It’s like junk food that’s meant to be savored in the moment, but cannot be counted on for nutrition.
Jul 2016
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Poorna
The film ticks all the boxes of a standard sports drama; it’s a bonafide underdog story. There are rousing speeches, training montages, and last-minute conflicts.
Apr 2017
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Nov 2009
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Mere Dad Ki Maruti
It's light and easy, and not hard to like. Just don't expect much more.
Mar 2013
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Dil Dhadakne Do
It’s easy and breezy, and packed with terrific actors who appear to be enjoying themselves.
Jun 2015
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Fitoor
...isn’t perfect, but it’s a skillfully made film that’s easy on both the eye and the ear.
Feb 2016