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Rann
Ram Gopal Varma not only manages to grab eyeballs from the beginning to the end with his taut narration, he orchestrates a veritable treat when it comes to performances from his ensemble cast.
Jan 2010
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Jun 2016
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Badhaai Ho
Even though the story has a limited scope, the detailed writing, the finesse of Sharma’s direction and some unforgettable performances, make this film an absolute winner.
Oct 2018
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Gangs Of Wasseypur 2
...it's revenge on a platter - served cold (heartedly) and definitely worth a 'second' helping.
Aug 2012
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Madras Cafe
Political, tense, finally explosive, Madras Cafe is no picnic in the neighborhood park.
Aug 2013
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Piku
The direction's brilliant. Deft, yet deep, Shoojit Sircar presents characters so ordinary, they're wonderful, people and places intimately intertwined, an aunt pickled in resentment, boats almost painted on a sheet-like Ganga.
May 2015
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Mar 2012
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Jun 2012
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Shootout At Wadala
SAW ultimately belongs to Gupta, who stays true to the genre and makes a welcome return to the credible lot of Bollywood directors.
May 2013
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Tanhaji
....scores on various counts — superior performances, powerful action, visual impact, and most of all, it unfolds a story from the pages of history that deserved to be told, with just this kind of intensity, passion and vigour.
Jan 2020
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Queen
...director Vikas Bahl. This is his first solo outing. Earlier he co-directed the National-Award winning 'Chillar Party' with Nitesh Tiwari. Bollywood should blow bugles in his honour.
Mar 2014
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Masaan
The film unspools in an unhurried manner, occasionally tugging hard at your heartstrings.
Jul 2015
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Raag Desh
It is overpopulated with numbers, dates and facts and suddenly introduces relatives of the protagonists who have stories of their own. It’s death by information.
Jul 2017
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Goopi Gawaiya Bagha Bajaiya
The best part about the film is how relevant it is to our current scenario. Sure the ‘good over evil’ plotline has been done to death, especially in the animated movie genre, but this film by Shilpa Ranade, couldn’t have had better timing.
Feb 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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Chalo Dilli
...the film has so much soul, specially in the climax, it makes up for any shortcomings in story and vision.
Apr 2011
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Chhota Bheem And The Curse Of Damyaan
Sadly it's the voice-over that just does not seem to connect well specially for a face like that of Chhota Bheem. But then you might choose to overlook that considering there is hardly happening entertainment for kids in desi cinema.
May 2012
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Ek Tha Tiger
ETT is no Dabangg, Ready or Bodyguard. It's more evolved, less chalu( read entertaining.) Salman'isms' are rationed.
Aug 2012
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Raanjhanaa
In the first half, it is an interesting, intense, introspective love story, where you empathise with the characters. In the second half, the love story gets diluted to make way for gobbledygook political ideology that is an irritant.
Jun 2013
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Feb 2015
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Madaari
Kudos to Irrfan and Nishikant Kamat for daring to make this poignant, provocative and politically incorrect piece of cinema, that makes its point unabashedly.
Jul 2016
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Rocket Singh
...this could be well be one of the most intelligent films of the year, showcasing the changing pulse of a nation that is learning to sift the grain from the chaff, the rubble from the concrete, the diamonds from the ashes.
Dec 2009
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Bombay Talkies
...a good experiment, celebrating movies, mindsets and Mumbai's moods - but it isn't the coolest film doing so.
May 2013
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Happy Bhag Jayegi
...a fresh, light-hearted take on cross-border camaraderie that revolves around a runaway bride.
Aug 2016
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Mantra
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
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Veere Di Wedding
We’ve rarely seen women on screen who are so uninhibited about their life, sexuality and desires. In that respect, ‘Veere Di Wedding’ is a brave effort indeed.
May 2018
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Pataakha
But for all its wonderful and creative touches, Pataakha still feels like a story that stretches a short concept, for a little too long.
Sep 2018