In Atul Sabharwal’s movie “Berlin,” there’s a powerful moment between Pushkin Verma, a sign-language interpreter played by Aparshakti Khurana, and intelligence officer Jagdish Sondhi, played by Rahul Bose. They discuss what ‘truth’ really means. During an interrogation of a deaf-and-mute suspect named Ashok Kumar, Pushkin uses subtle signs to communicate…

Rahul Dholakia’s “Agni” captures a charming old-school vibe that takes us back in time. The film paints a vivid picture of Mumbai and its people through the eyes of its main character, Vitthal Surve, played by Pratik Gandhi. Vitthal is the chief of the Parel Fire Station, living in modest…

Pushpa doesn’t care about looking good. His shoulders are uneven, his hair is messy, and he speaks with a lot of anger. He’s involved in smuggling red sanders, and his way of fighting back against oppression is fierce. He’s ruthless, claiming he kills “without mercy.” In this sequel, Pushpa seems…

Excel Entertainment is known for blending Western sensibilities with Bollywood storytelling, creating memorable films like Dil Chahta Hai and Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara. They often capture the essence of Indian culture while incorporating a cosmopolitan flair. With Shridhar Raghavan at the helm, who has a knack for crafting thrilling action…

“Binny And Family” feels like a half-hearted mix of the melodrama from classics like Baghban and Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham, combined with an American-style coming-of-age story. Directed by Ssanjay Tripaathy, the film is often tedious and lacks the depth it aims to achieve. Set in London, it follows Binny, a…

Love, Sitara begins with a thought-provoking quote from Leo Tolstoy’s “Anna Karenina”: “All happy families are alike; each unhappy family is unhappy in its own way.” This sets the tone for a film that is less about romantic love and more about the complexities of family relationships. While the title…

In “CTRL,” directed by Vikramaditya Motwane, Ananya Panday takes on the role of Nella Awasthi, a content creator who finds herself caught in a web of digital deception. The film dives deep into the life of Gen Z, showcasing the constant chase for validation through social media. Nella’s journey reflects…

In “Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video,” director Raaj Shaandilyaa delivers yet another film that feels overlong and disjointed. Known for his previous work on “Dream Girl,” Shaandilyaa has a knack for catchy premises, but this time, it falls flat. The movie starts with a confusing VFX scene of Vicky…

Jigra, directed by Vasan Bala, is a prison break thriller that beautifully showcases Alia Bhatt’s talent. The film opens with a flashback of Satyabhama Anand, known as Satya, and her younger brother Ankur, who witness a traumatic event in their childhood when their father jumps from a building. This sets…

In “Sabhaapathy,” Santhanam continues his long journey to establish himself as a leading hero, but it seems the audience’s patience is wearing thin. For nearly a decade, he has been trying to transition into a hero role, yet his films often leave viewers disappointed. In this latest outing, he takes…