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Madras Cafe
The film tells a story we already knew. Yet it scores because of the way Sircar maintains intrigue, teasing viewers with regular twists.
Aug 2013
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Feb 2014
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Ra.One
This is film-making not so much as noble passion but as grand indulgence, not so much as a marathon magic show but as an event to be managed. No effort is spared.
Oct 2011
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Brothers
Watch Brothers for the kicks, punches, grappling, chocking and the un-understandable MMA jargon.
Aug 2015
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Kapoor & Sons
...a refreshing tale of family problems and the art of sweeping them under the carpet.
Mar 2016
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Saand Ki Aankh
...is a pleasant family watch for the Diwali weekend. Take your main women along. If possible, add your khadoos taus and uncles of your family to that list, to show them the mirror in an indirect way.
Oct 2019
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Once Upon A Time In Mumbaai
The film is overwritten, over acted, overcharged but also super fun.
Jul 2010
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Manto
In a time when the past is being manufactured to present an alternate reality, perhaps revisiting Manto's unflinching prose is what we direly need. That's the biggest takeaway from Das's biopic.
Sep 2018
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Phas Gaye Re Obama
...shows that when it comes to wrapping big ideas in small packages, yes, we can.
Dec 2010
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Mission Mangal
Despite its flaws of excessive sermons and some crucial characters like Taapsee and Kirti not fleshed out completely, Mission Mangal makes for an entertaining Independence Day watch. The flight might face some turbulence but it lands well.
Aug 2019
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Angrezi Medium
For the emotion it stirs and the laughs that it offers (not so much for the story though)...
Mar 2020
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Kahaani
Welcome back Sujoy Ghosh. We thought you were a one film wonder and had consigned you to oblivion after the disaster of Aladin. But Kahaani, a fast, fun, fearless thriller has made up for it.
Mar 2012
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Jan 2010
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Bombay Talkies
It leaves a warm afterglow reminding us that cinema in India flourished thanks to its audience. Bollywood in its 100th year has given fans a nice gift.
May 2013
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Trapped
Director Vikramaditya Motwane gives Bollywood a fantastic albeit loopholed survival thriller in Trapped.
Mar 2017
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Main Tera Hero
...a complete entertainment film. The film has action, comedy, drama, romance, a lip lock, some glamour, a party number, a wedding number and a cute villain.
Apr 2014
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Badlapur
This film has some amazing moments and a lot of credit goes to the director and his actors.
Feb 2015
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Shorgul
...is a well-made "commercial" film woven around the politics of religion-based hate and bigotry that incite riots to help win elections.
Jul 2016
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Hichki
Rani Mukerji is delightful as the enthusiastic teacher with a never-say-die spirit. Hichki rests on her shoulders and she does not let it falter.
Mar 2018
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Panga
A bit of willing suspension of disbelief, a lot of that feel-good factor that comes from watching an underdog win, Panga delivers the highs wonderfully.
Jan 2020
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May 2013
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Feb 2011
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Fan
Maneesh Sharma helps dust that Shah Rukh out from under the debris of the last few years. And Khan puts his best foot forward for his fans.
Apr 2016
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B.A. Pass
It's not quite popcorn & cola stuff but if you are forever hungering for cinema of a different taste, check this one out.
Aug 2013
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Piku
...a lovely tale which will touch your heart even if it does so by talking about bowel troubles.
May 2015
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Titli
...works because it is not just a poignant character study of an angry young man but also an incisive and intense family drama.
Oct 2015