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Hawaizaada
...barring the film's story and a few immersing scenes, all you have is characters you don't emotionally invest in, bizarre dialogue, and a lifeless romance. That's unfortunate indeed, as this story was rich with possibilities.
Jan 2015
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Kurbaan
...if you can forgive the director’s `filmy’ take on terrorism and can enjoy the thrilling moments and superb performances nevertheless.
Nov 2009
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We Are Family
...old wine in a new, expensive bottle. It's evident in the characterisation, the dated dialogue, and the choice of the heavy-duty background score where you hear a woman's alaap for the most part; a mainstay in our saas-bahu soaps.
Sep 2010
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Sep 2015
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Chance Pe Dance
Had the film retained its smart, humorous and authentic tone without falling into pattern, this would have been a great watch. For now, you’ll have to forgive the predictable second half if you want to enjoy Shahid’s uninhibited, charming performance.
Jan 2010
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May 2012
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Welcome 2 Karachi
...the film is worth your time for the unique story, performances and some genuine laughs.
May 2015
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Toonpur Ka Superrhero
The storytelling is flawed at several instances. But still, for the novelty and the relatively stronger second half, the film is worth a watch.
Dec 2010
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Babloo Happy Hai
...for the sincere performances and the topical subject of the film, one could sample this without expecting too much.
Feb 2014
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Jaanisaar
...the tale is indeed a remarkable one. If only there were performances to back these inspiring, spirited characters, and a film that worked together as a whole, instead of delightful separates.
Aug 2015
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Bollywood Diaries
Watch this film without too many expectations, and you might find yourself moved the by the characters and their Bollywood diaries.
Feb 2016
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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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Rann
...Ram Gopal Varma really had a chance to make a film that could carry its message to the film-watching public. Instead, you have black and white characters comprising the usual clique of the righteous man, the villainous politician, and supportive love interest.
Jan 2010
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Guzaarish
Bhansali's love story doesn't move you the way it is intended to. It's unique, but not necessarily special.
Nov 2010
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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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May 2012
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Always Kabhi Kabhi
...despite the fleeting pleasant moments, remains an average high school drama.
Jun 2011
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Jodi Breakers
The story is told with the zest it deserves and is enhanced by the sparkling dialogue. Sadly, the director has a messed-up second half on his hands. Still, worth your while for the unusual story, interesting coupling, and the irreverent humour.
Feb 2012
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Daawat-e-Ishq
...a foodie rom-com with a well-intentioned message. Perhaps it's too much to put into one film, and all you get is undercooked, bland biryani, where the flavours clash instead of complementing each other.
Sep 2014
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Gour Hari Dastaan
The dour performances don't help either. Neither does the thick, gloomy air of the film. While the story is electrifying and inspiring, the film doesn't manage to do justice.
Aug 2015
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Damadamm
...a reasonably breezy watch. You might enjoy the contemporary romance, if you let the flaws pass.
Oct 2011
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Zila Ghaziabad
If judgmental, one could be deeply offended by the unstopped flow of aggression and profanity. However, if in a lenient mind-space, the bloody battle for indeterminate causes could provide some amount of lowbrow fun.
Feb 2013
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Bajatey Raho
This is simply a weaker version of Khosla Ka Ghosla and countless other 'Delhi' films.
Jul 2013
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Jun 2015