‘Binny and Family’: A Heartfelt Tale of Bridging Generations with Love and Laughter
By Archika Khurana Story: Binny, a rebellious and free-spirited teenager living in London, faces a new challenge when her conservative grandparents from Bihar move in. The clash of cultures ignites conflicts, leading Binny to navigate the complexities of family life amid generational differences. Review: Binny And Family – Har Generation Kuch Kehta Hai captures the essence of familial […]
‘The Buckingham Murders’: A Sombre Murder Story
By Renuka Vyavahare Story: British Indian detective Jasmeet Bhamra aka Jas, (Kareena Kapoor Khan) must solve a murder mystery in an English town even as she finds her own life crumbling around her. Can she put the pieces together of a rather complex case without succumbing to the pressure of its social implications? Review: After a […]
‘Berlin’: A Refereshing and Yet Powerful Thriller
By Dhaval Roy Story: Set in 1993 in New Delhi, Berlin is about a deaf-mute young man arrested as a suspected spy and murderer. A sign language expert is called in to help but soon finds himself caught up in a dangerous and complex web of espionage. With rival agencies and other hidden forces at play, a […]
‘Tikdam’: An Ode to Small Town Life and Family Ties
By Abhishek Srivastava Story: After Prakash loses his job when the hotel closes, he receives an offer to work in Mumbai with the same chain. But his children set out on a mission to stop him from leaving their hill town. Review: ‘Tikdam’ arrives like a breath of fresh air in an era dominated by […]
‘Khel Khel Mein’: A Wildly Entertaining Comedy
By Dhaval Roy Story: A game night takes a dramatic turn when friends agree to keep their phones unlocked, sharing every text and call publicly. Secrets spill out, dynamics shift, and lives are forever changed. Review: At her sister’s lavish Jaipur wedding, writer Vartika (Vaani Kapoor) suggests a twisted game, unleashing a hilarious, heart-rending, and dramatic chain […]
‘Stree 2’ : This Sequel is a Headless Wonder That’s Got Humor in Spades
By Abhishek Srivastava Story: Chanderi is once again haunted by a sinister force, as women in the town are mysteriously abducted by a headless entity. Bicky, Janna, Bittu, and Rudra reunite to confront and defeat the evil once more. Review: Horror comedy is a challenging genre, but the makers of ‘Stree 2’ have nailed it once again. […]
‘Ulajh’: An Engaging Watch Despite Some Flaws
By Sreeparna Sengupta Story: When an IFS officer lands a plum posting as the youngest Deputy High Commissioner of India in the UK, it raises a few eyebrows but she is determined to prove that she’s the best choice for the job. However, she soon finds herself entangled in a web of conspiracies and realises she […]
‘Bad Newz’: Vicky Kaushal and Ammy Virk’s Hilarious Rivalry Elevates This Laugh Riot
By Dhaval Roy Story: Saloni Bagga (Triptii Dimri) gets pregnant with twins conceived through a rare phenomenon, heteropaternal superfecundation, which means there are two biological dads. In a hilarious rivalry, the would-be papas compete to win her heart and fatherhood. Whom will she choose? Review: In the laugh riot that comes after Good Newwz (2019), Saloni Bagga dreams of […]
‘Sharmajee Ki Beti’: A Delightful Grandeur of Womanhood
By Archika Khurana Story: A celebration of womanhood, weaving a tapestry of stories that capture the essence of women across different age groups. Review: Tahira Kashyap Khurrana’s directorial debut, ‘Sharmaajee Ki Beti,’ stands out for its authentic portrayal of female experiences, resonating deeply with audiences of all ages. Tackling heavier subjects with a light touch, […]
‘Ishq Vishk Rebound’: A Lighthearted and Delightful Tale with Some Narrative Fumbles
By Dhaval Roy Story: The line between friendship and love blurs for three best friends as they become entangled in a web of a breakup, a rebound relationship, and self-discovery. Review: In the era of situationships and breadcrumbing, when most love stories are too complicated for their own good, director Nipun Dharmadhikari’s romantic comedy comes as […]
‘Chandu Champion’ : Kartik Aaryan Gives Best performance in this Sports Biopic
By Renuka Vyavahare Story: Based on a true story, the film celebrates the fascinating and surrealistic life of Murlikant Petkar, an army man and athlete, who won India its first Paralympic gold in 1972. His achievements and remarkable tryst with destiny lurked in anonymity, until he decided to claim the honour and respect he deserved. Review: We […]
‘Malhar’ : An Enriching Story that Will Warm Your Heart
By Dhaval Roy Review: Director Vishal Kumbhar skilfully blends three stories—heartwarming tales of friendship, poignant struggles, and even touches of tragedy, ensuring each emotion resonates in perfect harmony, withoutone overpowering the other. The film starts strong, venturing into a scene at a burial ground before effortlessly shifting to a delightful adventure of two young boys, […]
‘Kartam Bhugtam’ : This Taut Psychological Thriller Effective in Its Messaging
By Ronal Kotecha Story: NRI Dev Joshi (Shreyas Talpade) wants to consolidate his dead father’s assets and cash, but the course of his life changes when he meets a highly acclaimed astrologer. Review: What goes around, comes around. That’s the most basic rule of life and often the fear that pushes most individuals to do the […]
Heeramandi: Dazzles with Stellar Performances, Visual Grandeur
By Dhaval Roy Story: Set in the 1920s, the series is about a group of tawaifs (courtesans) from the red-light district, Heeramandi, in Lahore. While their queen’s reign is threatened by a rival, rebellion brews in British-ruled India. And love blossoms between a tawaif and a Nawab. Review: Evoking the allure and bewitching world of tawaifs […]
‘Ruslaan’ : This Formulaic Actioner Relies Heavily on Style over Substance
By Ronak Kotecha Synopsis: Ruslaan (Aayush Sharma) is determined to prove he’s not defined by his father’s reputation as a terrorist. To clear his name, he wants a permanent role in India’s elite intelligence agency, RAW. However, his intense urge to do the right thing often leads him into situations that are more complex and dangerous […]
‘Do Aur Do Pyaar’ : A Charming Narrative Lifts this Familiar Saga
By Dhaval Roy Story: A couple is having secret affairs to overcome the boredom in their marriage. A trip out of town rekindles their chemistry, and the tables turn. Torn between their lovers and spouses, will they resolve their issues or separate as they have quietly planned? Review: Based on the film The Lovers, the romantic comedy introduces […]
‘Amar Singh Chamkila’: Diljit Dosangh is Outstanding in this Thoughtful and Redemptive Biopic
By Renuka Vyavahare Synopsis: Based on a true tragedy, the musical looks back at Amar Singh Chamkila, Punjab’s popular but disgraced slain singer. Belonging to the ill-fated 27 club, he and his wife Amarjot, were shot dead in the late 80s by masked gunmen. The killings were preceded by anonymous threats directed at the singer […]
‘Patna Shuklla’: Raveena Tandon Film Champions a Feisty Woman’s Fight against the High and Mighty
By Shubhra Gupta Small-town women taking on the high and mighty is a familiar theme, but one that can always do with a refresh, because what’s not to like about feisty ladies? Just last month, we had Bhumi Pednekar’s brave reporter revealing the true face of a gang that preyed upon helpless girls in a […]
‘Crew’: Funny, Frivolous and Delectable Crime Comedy
By Renuka Vyavahare Story: Circumstances lead three hustlers to a gold smuggling racket. It’s all fun and games until conscience comes calling. Review: Girls gotta have some fun and Bollywood is finally listening. Co-workers Geeta Sethi (Tabu), Jasmine Kohli (Kareena Kapoor Khan) and Divya Rana (Kriti Sanon) serve looks and then some hospitality to the passengers […]
‘Swatantrya Veer Savarkar’ : A Polarizing but Powerful Biopic
By Renuka Vyavahare Story: Was Savarkar a devout patriot or a bomb golavala who incited violence? Accused and acquitted of multiple conspiracy theories which includes Gandhi’s assassination, the biopic takes a closer look at the fiery freedom fighter and his tumultuous life. Review: Vinayak Damodar Savarkar aka Swatantrya Veer Savarkar has been a controversial figure in India’s […]
