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Feb 2016
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Bollywood Diaries
...even with its noble intention and strong performances, the movie never soars.
Feb 2016
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Aligarh
...stays with you much after you see it, especially for Bajpayee and his nuanced portrayal of a man brutally put to shame by an intrusive and insensitive society. It's subtlety, redefined.
Feb 2016
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Direct Ishq
Despite having it all - romance, action, comedy, decent actors to convey those emotions, the film fails to hold your attention on various grounds.
Feb 2016
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LoveShhuda
Individually the boy and the girl aren't too bad but where is the chemistry between you, guys? You cannot ignite a spark here, leave alone a flame.
Feb 2016
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Neerja
The story of this Indian beti is well-known and yet director Ram Madhvani gives us welcome aided-recall with his deft story-telling.
Feb 2016
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Ishq Forever
Lack of originality and the cliche-laden script can be forgiven, provided the chemistry between the lead couple ticks. Sadly, it doesn't so the scenes fall flat.
Feb 2016
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Sanam Re
Unless you consider Himachal as your Sanam, this heartbreaking tale on sacrifice and unrequited love, loses its plot and purpose somewhere along the way, re.
Feb 2016
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Fitoor
...Dickens' Great Expectations rises and falls, exploring terrible, tantalising class, social climbing, sharp snobberies, love, hate and shame. Fitoor doesn't dive beyond the surface though...
Feb 2016
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Ghayal Once Again
Despite the flaws, Sunny's idealistic film exudes the sincerity and unbreakable spirit of a common man.
Feb 2016
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BHK Bhalla@Halla.Kom
Comedies are meant to break the monotony of your life. In this case, you would prefer your mundane life twice over than subject yourself to such stupidity.
Feb 2016
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Sanam Teri Kasam
For a romantic drama, the film has its most essential element right - the love story is impeccable. It is mighty flawed otherwise.
Feb 2016
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Saala Khadoos
...a heartfelt attempt at putting the spotlight on India's women boxers.
Jan 2016
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Mastizaade
Zaveri takes his brain-dead audience for granted and unmindfully dishes out trite, leaving you angry and anguished.
Jan 2016
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Kyaa Kool Hain Hum 3
Too many gags follow more gags, actors ham and situations get repeated.
Jan 2016
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Jugni
Despite its freshness, the film fails to create an impact. It is hard to be affected by it due to its lack of depth.
Jan 2016
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Rebellious Flower
...you wish the film had delved deeper and would have been far more profound in its approach. The story seems preachy in places and execution, oversimplistic.
Jan 2016
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Chalk N Duster
Made with an intention of showcasing the worms in the current education system, where money often gets merit over capability; this film can be lauded to some degree. However, it flounders in the first half due to its tacky narrative approach.
Jan 2016
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Chhota Bheem Himalayan Adventure
...is amateurish but a roller coaster ride that entertains to the hilt.
Jan 2016
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Jan 2016
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Wazir
...its glassy cinematography, its haunting sound design, work well. What this game needed was more attack, less defence, less repetition, more relentlessness.
Jan 2016
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Dilwale
Low on content — plot lines borrowed, incohesive screenplay and lowbrow dialogues — the film leans heavily on Shah Rukh's mega-stardom, Varun's effervescence, breathtaking locales, orchestrated car chases and over-the-top situations, which have you chuckling.
Dec 2015
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Bajirao Mastani
Bajirao-Mastani resembles Jodhaa-Akbar with teeth that bite, Mughal-e-Azam with shades of philosophical grey.
Dec 2015
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The Silent Heroes
It is hard to not lament over how lack of finesse killed a sturdy concept.
Dec 2015
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Dec 2015
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Dec 2015
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Hate Story 3
...indulge in some guilt-free 'entertainment' and don't go looking for soul.
Dec 2015
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Kajarya
It is unmistakably depressing and the documentary approach makes it feel like a drag.
Dec 2015
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Tamasha
Deepika and Ranbir convey their angst and passion so convincingly that you're hooked.
Nov 2015