The Curious Case of Rajkumar Hirani
With the jadoo long gone from the jhappi, Rajkumar Hirani movies now feel more like the suffocating hug of an uncle who holds on too long. The first time the […]
Madgaon Express Review: More of a Lively Gathering Than a Profound Journey
Kunal Kemmu’s sharp writing plays a pivotal role in Madgaon Express‘s blend of comedy and drama, but it’s safe to say that a Dil Chahta Hai it’s not. There’s a […]
Gangubai Kathiawadi: The Storyteller’s Curse
The dazzling spectacle of Bhansali’s film, coupled with Alia Bhatt’s powerhouse performance, overshadows and forgets the gritty resilience of the real Gangubai. There’s a famous scene towards the end of […]
Fan: The Dark Truth About Celebrity Lookalikes And Our Need To Escape
Shah Rukh Khan’s psychological thriller Fan gets some things right about the dangers of fandom. I scrolled through my Instagram feed recently and found a reel about Shah Rukh Khan. […]
The Storytellers of Qissa Khwani Bazaar: The Surprising Link Between Peshawar and Bollywood
When we think of Bollywood, Peshawar is a place that doesn’t often get the attention it deserves. Recently, fans in both Pakistan and India celebrated what would have been Raj […]
Kiran Rao’s ‘Laapataa Ladies’ Exits Oscar Race
Kiran Rao’s comedy-drama Laapataa Ladies has been eliminated from this year’s Oscar contention. The Academy of Motion Pictures, Arts and Sciences revealed a shortlist of 15 films from across the […]
The Story Behind Jab We Met’s Surprising Success
Imtiaz Ali’s Jab We Met didn’t create a buzz when it came out. Yet, looking back, it’s a film that has aged incredibly well, creating a legacy for the filmmaker […]
Despatch Review: Manoj Bajpayee Anchors a Gritty Newsroom Saga
In Despatch, director Kanu Behl and writer Ishani Banerjee collaborate to thrust us into the tumultuous world of Joy Bag, a character brought to life with simmering intensity by Manoj […]
Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video Review: Decent First Half Leads to Second Half Implosion
Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video attempts to channel the cause-and-effect style of classic Priyadarshan films but ultimately loses the viewer’s interest. You’d be forgiven for thinking that the title […]
Virasat: The Moonch that Revived Anil Kapoor’s Career
Before Virasat, people were beginning to write off Anil Kapoor, who hadn’t given a hit in three years. The year was 1997, and Anil Kapoor had a problem. It had […]
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