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The Wishing Tree
There’s a lot for the little ones to enjoy and learn, but we just wish that the film had a stronger plot that were realized in a better way.
Jun 2017
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Raabta
As much as you can force influences into a love story, you can’t force love itself. Neither with good-looking actors flirting with chocolates and flowers. Nor with an ambitious flashback that adds years as opposed to maturity to the plot. But Raabta relies on this kind of forced love rather than the force of love.
Jun 2017
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Behen Hogi Teri
Had the writers taken a dig at patriarchy and given the female characters some spunk, this would have been hilarious.
Jun 2017
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Bachche Kachche Sachche
...defeats you in every department, be it story, dialogues, direction, editing and even dubbing.
Jun 2017
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Jun 2017
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Dobaara
This one had the potential to be more, but it seems so stretched at times that you are almost willng to get behind the screen yourself and kill someone.
Jun 2017
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Hanuman Da Damdaar
Its Achilles heel though is the story which is weak and which dips after the first half. It does pick up towards the very end, but by then it’s too late to get back into the groove.
Jun 2017
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Mirror Game
For a psychological thriller there are quite a few loose ends tied up crudely which make 'Mirror Game' a rather dull watch.
Jun 2017
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Sargoshiyan
There is some merit to the drama in the film, and a handful of surprises as well.
May 2017
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Thodi Thodi Si Manmaaniyan
...a super-generic flick about ‘rock’ musicians devoid of any real emotion, grit or struggle.
May 2017
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Half Girlfriend
...half girlfriend or boyfriend is that person many of us have encountered on campus. However, do we really want to relive those memories? It depends entirely on the mood.
May 2017
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Hindi Medium
...shines in two areas that most of our films often fall short of. As far as the story goes – good writing, and as far as comedy goes – great timing.
May 2017
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Meri Pyaari Bindu
...will appeal to the romantic in you, but watching the movie will be a battle between the brain and the heart. Your brain and the movie’s heart, that is.
May 2017
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Sarkar 3
Coming to the all-important question—is Ram Gopal Varma of Shiva, Satya, Company and the first part of Sarkar back in form? Well, you can see some flashes of the filmmaker’s intensity here.
May 2017
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Mantostaan
...seems like the first draft of a potentially unputdownable book. A slightly more experienced filmmaker would have done wonders with it. But in this state, it’s like a decent read with a great epilogue.
May 2017
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Baahubali 2: The Conclusion
Indian cinephiles must salute Rajamouli for his vision and ambition. He once again gives us our Benhur and Ten Commandments experience rolled into one.
Apr 2017
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Noor
This is the great debut that has come seven years into Sonakshi’s career. And for that, you must go meet Noor at theatre.
Apr 2017
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Maatr
...the amount of bloodshed, leaves you asking, what is worse. Are the images of rape gorier, or is the bloodshed of the perpetrators of the crime, grosser?
Apr 2017
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Begum Jaan
Having Vidya in a film is an asset though. She is an audacious actor, who merits an extra half star for her ability to shoulder a film.
Apr 2017
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Blue Mountains
While the intent is noble, the execution is far from satisfactory especially when the screenplay is so weak, and the acting so unrealistic.
Apr 2017
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Laali Ki Shaadi Mein Laddoo Deewana
...has to be some kind of a scientific experiment to study the frequency of fidgeting in a theatre seat. Do you want to contribute to the data?
Apr 2017
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Laali Ki Shaadi Mein Laddoo Deewana
The plot is too skimpy and with its languid pacing, the movie eventually seems a bit indulgent. The filmmaker’s exposure to slow, contemplative festival films becomes apparent. But the unassuming characters and the humour make it a delightful watch.
Apr 2017
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Poorna
Grounded performances combined with stirring music elevate this relatively straightforward tale, making it essential viewing not only for the young Indian woman, but for anyone looking to scale great heights against all odds.
Mar 2017
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Naam Shabana
Sorry, but the running time is the film’s first inherent flaw. Frankly, Shabana shone in Baby because she was in a cameo. Someone missed the point, guys.
Mar 2017
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Phillauri
It seems as though Phillauri could have gone in a lot of directions, but it took the road usually travelled.
Mar 2017
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Mar 2017
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Aagaya Hero
...our Bond-esque Chi Chi woos multiple arm-candies and breaks into a dance every five minutes throughout the movie. Unfortunately, besides the actor’s trademark dance moves, there is nothing worth watching here.
Mar 2017
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Machine
This machine has been put together without any manual and starts falling apart as soon as it is turned on.
Mar 2017
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Trapped
Vikramaditya Motwane’s brilliance lies in turning this unsuspecting setup into a hellish playground.
Mar 2017
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Trapped
In a bid to cover all bases, the film does fall short in reaching a clear conclusion and the execution falls short in places. Still, the story and performances make sure you are involved till the very end.
Mar 2017