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Malaal
...is a simmering love story that sucks you into its world. While it may not have the grandeur and lavish scale usually mounted in a Sanjay Leela Bhansali production the mood and ambience created by director Mangesh Hadawale captures the bustle and flavor of a Mumbai chawl beautifully.
Jul 2019
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Hume Tumse Pyaar Kitna
...is a few decades too late, as it reminds you of the era when Bollywood romanticised tales of creepily obsessive lovers. The climax, too, falls flat and the film offers nothing that you have not seen before in this genre.
Jul 2019
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Marudhar Express
...is an insipid amalgamation of multiple coming-of-age films weaved into one, but sans Roy Kapur’s personable screen presence, this life saga is one journey you wouldn’t regret not embarking on.
Jul 2019
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One Day
At start it looks like a good vigilante thriller but soon reduces to being an average affair.
Jul 2019
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Article 15
...is not a light watch, but it is definitely relevant, compelling and a film that will spark conversation.
Jun 2019
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Kabir Singh
While Kabir Singh is a welcome change from stereotypical love stories, this kind of love affair needs some getting used to. Through his protagonist, Sandeep bets all his cards on his leading man, making sure you either love him or hate him, but you can’t ignore him.
Jun 2019
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Jun 2019
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Jun 2019
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Bharat
...is well-intentioned, entertaining and doesn’t succumb to the trappings of commercial potboilers. The fact that it tries a bit too hard to prove that, is its problem.
Jun 2019
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Nakkash
...this drama on social issues ticks all the boxes of a progressive and offbeat movie, and despite its inconsiderable flaws, one should give this ‘art film’ a try!
May 2019
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India‘s Most Wanted
It’s commendable how Raj Kumar Gupta doesn’t fall for the staples — needless songs, glamorous female character and jingoism. IMW is an earnest ode to the unsung heroes of our country — a story that deserves to be heard.
May 2019
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PM Narendra Modi
Whether you believe or don’t believe in the political philosophy of Narendra Modi is secondary, as a film, this one is too lopsided for you to appreciate. It leaves a lot unanswered. While it firmly believes ‘Modi ek insaan nahi, soch hai’, we wish the script was as thoughtful.
May 2019
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De De Pyaar De
The film maturely handles a few touchy topics like divorce, live-ins and age-inappropriate romance, without getting too overbearing. Thankfully, director Akiv Ali wraps it up with a slightly unpredictable climax minus the melodrama.
May 2019
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May 2019
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Student Of The Year 2
...this chapter doesn’t have much of that ishq wala love, but there is ample dosti, kabaddi and cool stuff to keep you going. Think of it as a much snazzier version of ‘Jo Jeeta Wahi Sikander’ minus the realism.
May 2019
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Setters
A thriller devoid of any sort of pressure, falls flat and thus feels never ending. Solid writing would have done wonders for a film like this that had the potential to be gripping.
May 2019
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Blank
The movie has flashes of promise but just as many, if not more, moments of amateur execution.
May 2019
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Tarpan
Despite the noble intent, this movie is far from being cathartic for the oppressed and is definitely incapable of instilling fear in the minds of wrongdoers.
Apr 2019
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Kalank
...is a true labour of love that tells you a story laced with beautiful moments that will tug at your heartstrings.
Apr 2019
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The Tashkent Files
...the storytelling effort is half-baked and lacks the finesse that such a heavy-duty film requires. It also doesn’t help that the final slide of the movie tells the audience that the authenticity of all the facts displayed in the film cannot be verified.
Apr 2019
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Paharganj
...it turns out to be one of those films that has a lot to say but ends up focusing on just one aspect of the plot line, which in this case, happens to be Laura’s quest to find Robert. And that’s not an enthralling expedition for people to embark on, especially on a weekend.
Apr 2019
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Blackboard v/s Whiteboard
...touches upon an alarming topic but its execution and introduction of various sub-plots, along with a lousy and yawn-worthy courtroom sequence, make it pointlessly mediocre.
Apr 2019
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Albert Pinto Ko Gussa Kyun Aaata Hai?
While the film drives home the point of helplessness and latent anger simmering inside an average middle class man, director Soumitra Ranade’s screenplay does go off key at times. Even with a running time of just over 90 minutes, the pace slackens.
Apr 2019
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Romeo Akbar Walter
...has its moments but is rough around the edges. The climax is audacious and you need to suspend your disbelief, if you plan to watch it.
Apr 2019
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No Fathers In Kashmir
This film is not a light watch – it’s a poignant tale that leaves you thinking about the half-widows and half-orphans, and many such untold stories.
Apr 2019
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Gone Kesh
Despite the film’s languid pace, this one’s a winner — hair or no hair. It also reminds you that good people end up with good people, always.
Mar 2019
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Notebook
...is an easy watch where you can appreciate the humour, drama and romance. But the film leaves you wanting for more. Perhaps with more creativity in writing, this young romantic saga could have achieved more.
Mar 2019
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Junglee
Watch Junglee for its spellbinding action, cute elephants and gorgeous jungles. Such an adventurous and brave attempt is rare in Hindi cinema.
Mar 2019
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Kesari
With technical brilliance, intricate writing and thundering performances, Kesari is a loud war cry that evokes strong feelings of patriotism and it also wrenches your heart with its climactic tragedy.
Mar 2019
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Mard Ko Dard Nahi Hota
There’s no forced humour or slapstick, just weird thoughts and weirder execution. The film is made in a certain space and once you surrender yourself to it, it’s an outrageous journey that you won’t regret taking.
Mar 2019