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Is Tripti Dimri Making Bad Choices With Her Movie Roles, or Are We Judging Her Wrongly?
Tripti Dimri has long been recognized as one of Bollywood's rising stars, delivering captivating performances in films like Laila Majnu and Bulbbul. Her career trajectory, however, has recently sparked debate among fans and critics alike, with many questioning whether her…
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Phir Aayi Haseen Dilruba Review: A Mediocre Sequel That Fails to Recapture the Magic
When Haseen Dilruba first hit our screens in 2021, it was a messy, uneven, yet undeniably entertaining blend of romance, crime, and pulp fiction. It wasn’t a perfect film by any means, but it had a certain charm that kept…
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Ctrl Review: A Digital Nightmare That Doesn’t Quite Pay Off
As the world continues to grapple with the ever-evolving influence of artificial intelligence, social media, and the omnipresent digital landscape, Ctrl arrives at an opportune moment. Directed by Vikramaditya Motwane, the film offers a cautionary tale about our relationship with…
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Bhakshak is an Ambitious but Stilted Take on a Real-Life Story of Investigative Journalism
Bhakshak touches on a reality that is far too familiar to women in Bangladesh and across the Indian subcontinent: the constant, insidious presence of abuse. As a woman watching this film, I couldn’t help but feel a deep sense of…
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Maharaj Review: A Linear Depiction of Devotion vs. Dissent
Bollywood, known for its swashbuckling takes on Indian culture, has often faced backlash for making films that cater to religious dogma or challenge traditional and societal norms. The stirring controversy surrounding Maharaj highlights this enduring vulnerability of creative expressions and…
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Stree 2 Review: A Seamless Blend of Horror and Comedy
Much like its predecessor, Stree 2 delivers on its promise of providing a unique blend of horror, comedy, and social commentary. Directed by Amar Kaushik, the film follows the continued adventures of the quirky yet endearing characters introduced in Stree.…
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Call Me Bae: Ananya Panday is a Flashy, Desi Emily Yearning for A Purpose
Call Me Bae opens with this girl who appears to have it all, living a fantasy existence. She is extremely wealthy, grows up with everything at her disposal, and marries into an ultrarich family that only travels by helicopter. But…
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Is Zoya Akhtar’s Filmography Too Limited by the Lens of Her Privileged Background?
If I were asked to list my favorite Bollywood films, Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara (ZNMD) would definitely make the cut. This film, which follows three childhood friends reuniting for a road trip across Spain, is a standout part of Zoya…
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Kill (2024) is A Satisfying, No-Frills Take on Action Classics like John Wick and Die Hard
Kill (2024) had my attention the moment I heard it described as India’s answer to The Raid and John Wick. Being a fan of both franchises, I walked into the film expecting high-octane action, inventive kills, and that relentless, unforgiving pace…
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How Sapphic Romances Have Evolved in Bollywood Movies
“There’s no word in our language that can describe what we are. How we feel for each other. I desire Sita; I desire her warmth and her compassion. I desire to live again,” confesses Radha in the 1996 film Fire…
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