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Vicky Donor
...loses some of its sperm, er steam, in the second half when the sentimental, ethical reasoning creeps in, it feels a bit avoidable and protracted. Except by then you have begun to care too much for these characters and its unassuming vibe to create a ruckus.
Apr 2012
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I Hate Luv Storys
...it's Imran and Sonam's collective persona and their free-flowing chemistry that makes all the difference. Although the pair deserve better than an amateurishly written romance to scoop out their terrific potential as a combination.
Jul 2010
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Kesari
21 Sikh soldiers against 10,000 Afghan tribesman -- it's a staggering statistic and splendid premise for a full-bloodied action film.
A feat Kesari not only honours but delivers too if only you'll be patient.
Mar 2019
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Dishoom
...the film is clearly aiming for laughs, and even when it gets lost along the way, blindsided by some unnecessarily elaborate action moment or by a bicepped un-actor, it still provides a fair bit of corny fun.
Jul 2016
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Dear Zindagi
Alia is remarkably perceptive and there's a catchy rhythm to her interactions with SRK neither ever forgetting she is principal, he is peripheral. The breakthrough she makes, the healing he offers, the bond they form extends across the screen.
Nov 2016
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Patiala House
...a film that's surprisingly alright in spite of the obviousness of its generic plot and sloppy screenplay...
Feb 2011
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Chillar Party
...may not be free of the obligatory good versus evil theme which persistently makes its way into this genre (at least in Bollywood) yet it aims at generating laughter, without punching you in the gut.
Jul 2011
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Raanjhanaa
...isn't easy viewing but works thanks to Dhanush's powerful performance and A R Rahman's score.
Jun 2013
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Mom
The film's predictability is not as much an issue as its messy climax that loses much of its drive and darkness to accommodate wishy-washy masala tropes, an ill-timed Rahman ditty and reckless ideas of fair play. What it never loses sight of is its leading lady's invincibility and for that alone, Mom's the word.
Jul 2017
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Ittefaq
...is a whocareswhodunit but what it does have, as compensation, is the shock and suggestiveness of pulp served hot.
Nov 2017
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Chittagong
And while Chittagong falls well short of being a great film, it can't help but be an important one. And Pain keeps it honest.
Oct 2012
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Sep 2019
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Pari
The best horror movies are ones that make you laugh as you scream -- laughing presumably at your own screaming -- but Pari doesn't operate on that level.
Mar 2018
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Road, Movie
...it goes nowhere, driving aimlessly around in circles. And yet there are charming characters, and visuals to remember. It's a casual drive, short enough to not mind, long enough to leave you slightly tired.
Mar 2010
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May 2012
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Nasha
The ‘erotic’ love story belongs to the film’s teeny boppers, especially Sahil, whose innocence, infatuation and vulnerability keeps you glued to your seat for the two hours it lasts.
Jul 2013
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Lingaa
At 175 minutes, Lingaa can get tiresome, especially with the too-long fight scenes, but remains constantly watchable because of the miraculously light way in which Rajinikanth continues to wear his megastardom around him, like a chiffon cloak.
Dec 2014
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The Great Indian Butterfly
The script isn't entirely cliche-free and does adhere to conventional thought patterns. Still it's an interesting attempt which works most of the time.
Apr 2010
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Jab Tak Hai Jaan
...a middling effort. But then, sometimes, all we need is a Khan-song.
Nov 2012
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Hindi Medium
...works because it somehow manages to stretch itself beyond its scrubby elements, easy half-baked jokes, lessons about consumerism and our love for English, into a simple story about a boy who would do anything to see his girl smile.
May 2017
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Simran
...is a light-hearted, time-pass film not really attempting to explore any higher themes.
Sep 2017
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Right Yaaa Wrong
Although the movie preaches a little bit it does keep you entertained and engrossed.
Mar 2010
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Jan 2018
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Jawaani Jaaneman
More in the moment than in your face, the humour has a refreshingly offhand quality to it.
Jan 2020
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Guddu Ki Gun
...funny one-liners and great performances from Kunal Khemmu and Sumit Vyas.
Oct 2015
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Kapoor & Sons
A likeable enough little film with fine characters, Kapoor & Sons tries too hard to turn on the water works at the end, going from a good, mellow drama to a full-blown melodrama by the end of it all.
Mar 2016
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Indoo Ki Jawani
It's not the kind of film where you end up rooting for days, but while you watch it, it's quite engaging.
Dec 2020