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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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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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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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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
...unique take on the family film sub-genre, as also for some paisa vasool acting by the entire cast.
Oct 2018
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Kapoor & Sons
Director / writer Shakun Batra's and his co-writer Ayesha Deveitre Dhillon are the true heroes of this film. Their story, their dialogue and the situations they've created add great depth to the movie.
Mar 2016
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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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Manto
Writer/ Director Nandita Das has written a brilliant script depicting the rise and fall of a genius mind.
Sep 2018
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Jan 2014
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Sanju
It’s a reexamination of the life of one of our most controversial film stars and Rajkumar Hirani has made every episode seem as real as it could get. But the treatment is such that you don’t end up feeling like you’ve watched a news documentary. Humour is both Hirani’s sword and shield and he has used it well.
Jun 2018
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Bareilly Ki Barfi
Watch the film for some good, clean fun. It will give you ample laughs throughout and you’ll walk away from the theatre with a satisfied smile on your face...
Aug 2017
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My Name is Khan
To say MNIK is a warm-the-cockles film about a man with Aspergers syndrome who overcomes all odds and triumphs would be to pigeonhole it. The movie has a larger picture-one of humanity, tolerance,redemption and above all love.
Feb 2010
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Raazi
...it's one of the most fiercely patriotic films you'll ever see. That a female star holds centre stage makes for a welcome change. Alia Bhatt’s histrionics alone are worth the price of the ticket.
May 2018
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Gully Boy
Watch the film for it's music, as well as some superlative acting by the entire cast.
Feb 2019
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Dhobi Ghat
...it's a moody painting that will entice you to linger and stare and stay with you forever. Either ways it's made of the stuff that makes life what it is. Down to the last intriguing detail.
Jan 2011
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Masaan
That bittersweet combination of happiness and sadness. A perfect mirror to life.
Jul 2015
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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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3 Idiots
The genius of 3 Idiots ultimately lies in its total lack of emotional manipulation in order to engage the audience.
Dec 2009
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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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Nov 2012
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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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The Sky Is Pink
...this bitter-sweet film will make you laugh, will make you cry and will surely make you ruminate on the glorious uncertainty of life...
Oct 2019
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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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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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Sep 2013
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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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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