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Mere Brother Ki Dulhan
...has the sparking performances, the interesting pairing, and a few fun moments. But it’s essentially an assembly-line, rom-com product.
Sep 2011
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Bodyguard
...is endurable (and I say this without any condescension) for those who can forgive the haphazard story and be happy enjoying the songs and watching Salman and Kareena onscreen.
Sep 2011
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Yeh Dooriyan
The film's subject could make for an interesting film, if the subject itself was interestingly executed.
Aug 2011
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Chitkabrey
Producer-writer-director Suneet Arora takes a concept that could have translated into a suspenseful, edgy film. Instead, what you get is a moral-science lesson, the tough-love way.
Aug 2011
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Shabri
You may find the pace and storytelling a bit dated, but if you can forgive that, you have a mafia story that’s both gritty and fascinating.
Aug 2011
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Aug 2011
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Not A Love Story
...the film is no great shakes. But it's an alright thriller with a few moments that definitely unnerve you.
Aug 2011
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Chatur Singh Two Star
With a damp plot, sparse laughter-generating moments, and the character of Chatur Singh not endearing or memorable enough, the film barely chugs along.
Aug 2011
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Aarakshan
...is not afraid to take a stand and Jha's sure-footed storytelling is a delight, but what's the point if the issue itself is abandoned mid-way? Still as a film, it remains highly watchable for the performances and the gripping, relevant story.
Aug 2011
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Chala Mussaddi - Office Office
This one is about average—watchable mainly for the characters we've grown to love and the fab performances.
Aug 2011
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I Am Kalam
...is yet another superlative children's film this year. Go watch this hearty film that lingers with you long after.
Aug 2011
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Bubble Gum
...its simple, no-frills storytelling is refreshing, surrounded as we are by technically overwhelming and highly dramatic films with too much to say. Some could find the film refreshingly minimalist; but many will find it too sparse.
Jul 2011
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Jul 2011
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Singham
The more things change, the more they remain the same. That's accurate for Hindi films, at least. On one hand we have subversive formula-breaking films, and on the other, we're clinging desperately to the formula as it were.
Jul 2011
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Chillar Party
The songs have lyrics likening children to "jalebiyon ke tukde". What a wonderful, apt metaphor. The film's great too, don't miss!
Jul 2011
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Murder 2
Director Mohit Suri makes the film soft-porn (brief love-making scenes) and also soft-horror (the crimes are that horrific).
Jul 2011
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Delhi Belly
...shows us that Bollywood is ready to encompass all genres. Kudos for the makers for this fine film.
Jul 2011
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Bbuddah...Hoga Terra Baap
It's an average story with archaic storytelling. If you're watching it, keep in mind that Big B is the only thing going for the film.
Jul 2011
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Always Kabhi Kabhi
...despite the fleeting pleasant moments, remains an average high school drama.
Jun 2011
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Bhindi Baazaar Inc.
If you can forgive the muddled finale and the film's dated look, you'll find an interesting crime drama that isn't afraid of showing the seamiest side of the city's underbelly.
Jun 2011
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Shaitan
...is a unique experience to be savoured if you're looking for an adventure. In other words—don't miss!
Jun 2011
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Ready
Salman shirtless: check. Younger heroine: check. Couple of whistle-worthy songs: check. Hero beating up baddies to pulp: check. Result: the Salman Khan masala movie.
Jun 2011