Review Telugu

Vakeel Saab review: A loud, highly commercialized version of Pink

In spite of Pawan Kalyan’s rousing performance, the film becomes another hero-driven story wherein the core message — ‘no means no’ — is shrouded in layers of machismo.

14 hours ago — Haricharan Pudipeddi

Article Hindi

Independent filmmaking is a miracle, says Ashish Pant of his journey to make Uljhan

The first-time filmmaker speaks about his debut feature which made its world premiere at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival in California.

16 hours ago — Sonal Pandya

Article

Book excerpt: Rajinikanth, the raw, irreverent hero of the subaltern

In this extract from her biography of the superstar, author Vaasanthi Sundaram outlines Rajinikanth's rise as the result of more than just his dynamic presence and notes the role played by social, cultural and political change.

20 hours ago — Vaasanthi Sundaram

Review Marathi

Well Done Baby review: Dull film about parents-to-be on the brink of divorce

The film starring Pushkar Jog and Amruta Khanvilkar just does not have enough meat to keep the viewers engaged.

1 day ago — Keyur Seta

Review Tamil

Karnan review: Powerful portrayal of caste-based riots and police brutality

Mari Selvaraj’s Karnan, which features Dhanush in one of his fiercest roles, is a bold portrait of a flawed system that lets down its people.

1 day ago — Haricharan Pudipeddi

Review Hindi

The Big Bull review: Has its moments but falters in the end

As the screws tighten, Abhishek Bachchan comes into his own, making the protagonist Hemant Shah believable and carrying the film ably.

1 day ago — Keyur Seta

Review

Cinestaan Curates: Gandharvan is an ode to two legends, their artistry and humility

Directed by Akhil Sathyan, the short film captures a brief meeting between two masters, movie star Mohanlal and legendary artist Namboodiri.

1 day ago — Sukhpreet Kahlon