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Bhool Bhulaiya 2: An absolute entertainer with well shot horror sequences

(Running in Theatres), Duration: 143 minutes, Director: Anees Bazmee, Cast: Kartik Aaryan, Tabu, Kiara Advani, Rajpal Yadav, Amar Upadhyay, Sanjay Mishra, Karmveer Choudhary, Rajesh Sharma, Govind Namdeo (Rating: ***) Meant to be

May 30, 2022

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‘Kuttavum Shikshayum’: A clean watch realistic exploration of psyche

(Malayalam; released in theatres). Duration: 138 minutes.Director: Rajeev Ravi. Cast: Asif Ali, Alencier Lopez, Sunny Wein, Sharaf U Dheen and Senthil Krishna (Rating: ***1/2) The Malayalam movie ‘Kuttavum Shikshyum’, directed by noted

May 30, 2022

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‘Conversations with Friends’: A shrewd, psychological assessment of power struggles

Narrated mostly through Frances’ point of view, the series is compelling because the plot is focused and unravels at a leisurely pace. It has a healthy balance of internal struggle that juggles

May 25, 2022

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‘Gaganyaan showcasing India’s ambitious space expedition

It also educates us on the importance of a spacesuit, the making of the indigenous launch vehicle, and the technologies that the makers have to master in case it needs to succeed

May 19, 2022

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‘Jayeshbhai Jhordaar’ : An endearingly light-hearted film packed with messages

Narrated linearly and in a light vein, the story is simple, and uncomplicated. For a while, the plot appears like a road film, especially when Jayesh escapes from his home and the

May 16, 2022

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Heropanti: A smart digital heist action drama on this ambitious scale

Tiger Shroff and Nawazuddin Siddiqui hold the film on their shoulders and deliver superbly…reviewed by Troy Rebeiro Produced and Written by Sajid Nadiadwala, Director: Ahmed Khan. Cast: Tiger Shroff, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Tara

May 15, 2022

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Heart-wrenching and insightful ‘Flee’

The narrative not only delves into the first-hand experiences of Amin but also explores how the media treats refugees, doing nothing except broadcast their struggles for the world to watch…reviewed by Troy

May 15, 2022

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‘Doctor strange in the multiverse of madness’ : A mind boggling roller coaster ride

To be fair- there are a few scenes that- generate a chuckle, but they are few and far between, and they are mostly juvenile or silly. Also, the cameo scenes appear to

May 15, 2022

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Dramatically vibrant ‘Runway 34’

The second half of the film with the entry of Amitabh Bachchan as Narayan Vedant, the Investigating Officer, is equally exciting, although it is more of a courtroom drama with the inquiry

May 6, 2022

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Bright, vibrant and energetic ‘Sonic the Hedgehog 2’

The set-action pieces feel nearly ripped from the games and are- a little over the top. The general message of responsibility and working together is simple and goes well with the narrative…reviewed

April 28, 2022

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