Set in the hill town of Didoli in the 1970s, Shashank Gupta takes us through myriad emotions in his book Visitors to the House. This book is reminiscent of Ruskin Bond’s books that take you through a picturesque location and the simplicity of life in those places. Visitors to the House, however, is rooted in… Continue reading Visitors To The House Book Review: Shashank Gupta Marries Simplicity With Honesty In This Heartwarming Story
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Kaala Paani Review: A Heartbreaking Yet Intriguing Survival Drama With Powerful Performances
Over the past few years, Bollywood has churned out quite a few survival films like Mili, Trapped, and NH10, but we haven’t yet seen a drama series on the subject. Netflix took upon themselves the onus of making India’s first survival drama series with Kaala Paani. Directed by Sameer Saxena and Amit Golani, Kaala Paani has… Continue reading Kaala Paani Review: A Heartbreaking Yet Intriguing Survival Drama With Powerful Performances
Sultan Of Delhi Review: Cliches And Corny One-Liners Make This Show An Exhausting Watch
One thing we’re not short of in the OTT content space now is gangster dramas. There is so much to watch in this genre that even if you want to watch gangster dramas and nothing else, you won’t run short for a while. So, amidst this abundance, you need something really solid in this genre… Continue reading Sultan Of Delhi Review: Cliches And Corny One-Liners Make This Show An Exhausting Watch
Dhak Dhak Review: A Heart-Warming Tale Of Self-Discovery And Reclaiming One’s Individuality
When Jee Le Zaraa was announced as the ultimate female version of a road trip film a couple of years ago, it built a lot of anticipation. While that movie still has to see the light of day, we now have Dhak Dhak. Four women from different walks of life come together to conquer one… Continue reading Dhak Dhak Review: A Heart-Warming Tale Of Self-Discovery And Reclaiming One’s Individuality
Thank You For Coming Review: A Love Story Without A Man In The Limelight
Thank You For Coming is not a typical rom-com. There are no meet-cutes and no perfect man waiting in the wings while the female protagonist sorts out her life, but there is a happy ending. Not the kind you’d expect in a mainstream Bollywood film though. Thank You For Coming may or may not be… Continue reading Thank You For Coming Review: A Love Story Without A Man In The Limelight
Khufiya Review: Vishal Bhardwaj’s Spy Thriller Holds You Firmly In Its Clutches
Vishal Bhardwaj’s latest film, Khufiya, is inspired by Amar Bhushan’s espionage novel Escape to Nowhere. Starring Tabu, Wamiqa Gabbi, and Ali Fazal in lead roles, Khufiya is an engaging spy thriller. It holds you firmly in its clutches and keeps you on the edge. It is a promising story with some amazing moments, crisp dialogues, and hints… Continue reading Khufiya Review: Vishal Bhardwaj’s Spy Thriller Holds You Firmly In Its Clutches
Choona Review: A Comic Political Heist That Takes Its Time To Build Up
Choona is a satirical comedy by director Pushpendra Nath Mishra that revolves around a revenge heist. When a group of individuals are wronged by the same politician, they join forces to ruin his political career. But is it really that easy to con a politician who is already a professional con artist? Starring Jimmy Shergill,… Continue reading Choona Review: A Comic Political Heist That Takes Its Time To Build Up
Tumse Na Ho Payega Review: A Sweet Slice-Of-Life Movie About Chasing Your Dreams
Tumse na ho payega – it’s one phrase almost everyone has heard. People love to tell you that you can’t do something, especially if it is a dream other than a 9 to 5 or a sarkaari naukri. And that’s exactly the story Tumse Na Ho Payega tells. The movie is based on the book… Continue reading Tumse Na Ho Payega Review: A Sweet Slice-Of-Life Movie About Chasing Your Dreams
Fukrey 3 Review: A Mindless Laughter Riot With A Lot Of Toilet Humour
After two successful runs, the Fukrey franchise is back with part three of the story. Directed by Mrighdeep Singh Lamba and produced by Farhan Akhtar and Ritesh Sidhwani, Fukrey 3 is a mindless laughter riot as the gang returns after six years. After two movies, you might feel that this one will have more of… Continue reading Fukrey 3 Review: A Mindless Laughter Riot With A Lot Of Toilet Humour
The Great Indian Family Review: Vicky Kaushal Is Endearing In This Family Drama
Looks like Vicky Kaushal is determined to impress the audience by picking family dramas and entertainers this year. The Great Indian Family is his second movie this year after Zara Hatke Zara Bachke, where he portrays the role of a small-town family boy. Written and directed by Vijay Krishna Acharya, The Great Indian Family is a family drama… Continue reading The Great Indian Family Review: Vicky Kaushal Is Endearing In This Family Drama
Jaane Jaan Review: Jaideep Ahlawat Is The Real Star Of Kareena Kapoor’s OTT Debut
Kareena Kapoor Khan making her OTT debut with a thriller was exciting news. And Jaane Jaan seemed like the perfect launchpad for the actor’s much-awaited foray into the digital space. Adapted from the popular Japanese novel The Devotion of Suspect X by Keigo Higashino, this mystery thriller film was written and directed by Sujoy Ghosh.… Continue reading Jaane Jaan Review: Jaideep Ahlawat Is The Real Star Of Kareena Kapoor’s OTT Debut
Bambai Meri Jaan Review: Kay Kay Menon Is The Star Of This Gritty Crime Thriller
Produced by Farhan Akhtar’s Excel Entertainment, Bambai Meri Jaan is a period crime thriller set in the 1960s and 70s in Mumbai. Starring Kay Kay Menon and Avinash Tiwary in the lead, the series also stars Kritika Kamra, Saurabh Sachdeva, Nawab Shah, Nivedita Bhattacharya and Amyra Dastur in prominent roles. Bambai Meri Jaan is a classic… Continue reading Bambai Meri Jaan Review: Kay Kay Menon Is The Star Of This Gritty Crime Thriller
Jawan Review: Shah Rukh Khan Is The King Of Bollywood And This Film Proves Why
The Badshah is back on screen and how! As soon as news of a Shah Rukh Khan film hits, people come out in hordes to support it, and Jawan proves why. After ages, it feels like the quintessential Bollywood is back, and who better than the Badshah of Bollywood to perform this feat? Jawan brings… Continue reading Jawan Review: Shah Rukh Khan Is The King Of Bollywood And This Film Proves Why
Scam 2003 – The Telgi Story Review: Gagan Dev Riar Shines Bright In An Otherwise Dull Series
The second instalment in the Scam franchise, Scam 2003 – The Telgi Story, is now streaming on Sony LIV. Based on Sanjay Singh’s book Telgi Scam: Ek Reporter Ki Diary, the series is directed by Tushar Hiranandani. Hansal Mehta’s Scam 1992 is one of the finest shows on Indian OTT platforms. So, the expectations were… Continue reading Scam 2003 – The Telgi Story Review: Gagan Dev Riar Shines Bright In An Otherwise Dull Series
Friday Night Plan Review: A Sweet, Feel-Good Tale Of Brotherhood
In a sea of message-driven, over-the-top movies, comes Friday Night Plan like a breath of fresh air. Starring Babil Khan and Amrith Jayan in the lead with Juhi Chawla as their mother, Friday Night Plan is directed by Vatsal Neelakantan. Here’s our review of this sweet tale of brotherhood. A sweet coming-of-age story Recently, we… Continue reading Friday Night Plan Review: A Sweet, Feel-Good Tale Of Brotherhood