Besharam to be writing a review

Am still wondering what hit me. Am a fan of Ranbir’s acting. His film ‘Rocket Singh’ is one of my favorites. And then there is this. Truly a family film with Ra...read more

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Akshay shows he is the Boss in his genre

After the fiasco of 'Once Upon A Time - Dobaara', Akshay is back to what he does best i.e. being a comedy action king giving laughs and fights even if there is ...read more

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Great Acting under Confusing Plot

If you need an example of a film with promise going down the drain, this is one of those. The film’s 1st half built up the issues well – a businessman (Ajay Dev...read more

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The World as it was Bees Saal Pehle

The film is inspired by the reality of Srilankan Tamil Eelam history. The film has generated a lot of controversy in Tamil Nadu with people there feeling it sho...read more

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Tryst With History

A must watch for anyone remotely interested in history & cultures of the world including India. Supposed to be the 3rd largest museum in India, was aware that i...read more

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A sweet long maruti ad - with family at the cente

Have seen covert ads in many films – usually showing a coke being asked for or in the background as a poster and at one extreme jingles of various ads in a song...read more

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Talaash - till the end

One of the most anticipated films of this year, Talaash does not disappoint in terms of the plot, acting & screenplay. The promos have been kept slick (like Kah...read more

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Life of Pi - Wonderful film

Life of Pi, based on a Booker prize-winning book by the same name, is a film which exploits 3D well especially the vast ocean & the skies. The main theme is bas...read more

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Duniya Bekar bina Son of Sardar

2 movies up for Diwali / Islamic New Year – JTHJ & Son of Sardar, both fighting for screen space & mind space. Had reviewed JTHJ already. Today is the turn of S...read more

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Yash ji leaves with a memorable film - as usual

Yash Chopra’s last film has been like his other films – intensely romantic, lengthy, great locations abroad & in India, musical hits, and simple story. The stor...read more

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Disappointment

Saw 2 interviews before release – RGV said there cannot be a story in a horror film; it should only be about the experience & JD(the main lead actor in the film...read more

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Good comeback by Sridevi

Sridevi was one of the few actresses who, during her heydays, could demand & carry the entire script to revolve around her. It was wonderful to see Sridevi back...read more

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Can this be India's answer to 007

A lot of hype has gone into this film – Saif projected to do a serious solo role for the 1st time as against his normal association with comedy in multi starrer...read more

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Chaar Din Chalnewaali Movie

In some old film, the hero is given a challenge that he has to spend X amount of money within 30 days. He tries to make a film expecting it will be a huge flop ...read more

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Desi Alfred Hitchcock plus Bidya

It is rare to find a film that is better than the promos. This is one such film. The promos have been kept low key which could be a deliberate strategy so as no...read more

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Decent 1st experience

This is my 1st time with this airlines. I had heard about this through hoardings & decided to try it out as all other flights were full / highly overpriced(bein...read more

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One Minute Review

Having read this book more than once, it will be unfair to give a review on this which takes more than a minute to read. I had read the book some years back & l...read more

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Incredible Istanbul

I had been nominated to attend a training program in Istanbul. My idea of Turkey at that time was that it is bordering Iraq and frequently has skirmishes with K...read more

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If there is heaven on earth, it is here..

The captioned words ascribed to Jehangir, Mughal ruler centuries ago still hold good. Kashmir (more specifically Srinagar, Pahlgam & Gulmarg) is paradise on ear...read more

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