HOMEBOUND is an unflinching portrait of caste, class, and discrimination told with sensitivity Movie Review: HOMEBOUND is an unflinching portrait of caste, class, and discrimination

Star Cast: Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa, Janhvi Kapoor

Director: Neeraj Ghaywan

Homebound Movie Review Synopsis: HOMEBOUND is the story of two friends. Mohammed Shoaib Ali (Ishaan Khatter) and Chandan Kumar (Vishal Jethwa) reside in a small town in India. The former belongs to the minority community, while the latter is of a backward caste. They have faced discrimination all their life, and they decide to take the police recruitment exam. They feel that once they become police constables, society will respect them more and they’ll also have better earnings. With this idea, they attempt the exam. While on the way to the centre, they meet Sudha Bharti (Janhvi Kapoor), who’s also from a lower caste. Sparks fly between Chandan and Sudha and soon they begin a relationship. Meanwhile, the result of the police recruitment is delayed by more than a year due to a certain issue. Shoaib and Chandan are helpless and decide to do something in their lives rather than waiting forever for the result. While Shoaib takes up the job of a peon in a sales company, Chandan enrolls in a college to complete his graduation. One day, the police recruitment result finally arrives and their lives change, for better and for worse. What happens next forms the rest of the film.

Homebound Movie Story Review: HOMEBOUND is based on the article 'Taking Amrit Home' written by Basharat Peer and published in The New York Times. Basharat Peer, Neeraj Ghaywan and Sumit Roy's story, inspired by real-life events, is impactful. Neeraj Ghaywan's screenplay is extremely captivating and straight out of life. Neeraj Ghaywan, Varun Dubey and Shreedhar Dubey's dialogues are conversational yet sharp.

Neeraj Ghaywan's direction is terrific. This is a film which is in a far more realistic zone than MASAAN [2015] in terms of treatment, minimal use of background score, etc. Often, filmmakers end up making films that are too niche or don't appeal to the vast majority of the audience while depicting stark reality. Neeraj doesn’t take that route. The film strikes a fine balance where the events are depicted in a truthful and non-commercial manner and at the same time, it doesn’t get boring or abstract. The characters are quite relatable and so are their struggles. Neeraj also shows his brilliance in the dramatic and emotional scenes. The scenes at the pond are great, but two scenes that stand out are Shoaib being humiliated in the farmhouse while Chandan being discriminated against for his caste in the government office. Neeraj reserves the best for the third act. It is the best part of the film and extremely moving. The final scene is apt.

On the flipside, one gets a feeling in the first 30-35 minutes that a certain sequence has been chucked out of the final cut. One can sense when one realizes that Chandan and Sudha are dating. Moreover, the trailer consists of certain scenes, of the trio roaming around and making merry. These scenes are not a part of the film. Ideally, when a trailer has been released so close to the release, it is not fair to incorporate scenes that are not present in the final version. It amounts to misleading the audience, albeit to a small extent. Secondly, there’s no denying that discrimination exists in our society, but in some scenes, it doesn’t seem convincing. Lastly, despite an engaging narrative, HOMEBOUND is still a film for a niche audience. This can affect its box office outcome.

Homebound – Official Trailer | Ishaan Khatter, Vishal Jethwa, Janhvi Kapoor | Neeraj Ghaywan

Homebound Movie Review Performances: Ishaan Khatter has had a great body of work in a short span of time and HOMEBOUND easily ranks as his best performance to date. He has slipped into the part flawlessly and the scene where he cries, once at the Surat rooftop and the other in the climax, elevates these two key sequences to another level. Vishal Jethwa, too, puts up a terrific act; watch out for how he manages to express a lot through his expressions. Janhvi Kapoor delivers a worthy performance. However, her screen time is limited. Harshika Parmar (Vaishali; Chandan's sister) is a great find and leaves a huge mark. The same goes for Shalini Vatsa (Phool; Chandan's mother). Vijay Vikram Singh (Shoaib's top boss), Yogendra Vikram Singh (employee with a communal mindset), Shreedhar Dubey (Shoaib's immediate and kind-hearted boss) and Pankaj Dubey (Shoaib's father Hassan Ali) also do very well. Chandan K Anand (Haroon Nawaz; cop) is fair but doesn’t have much to do.

Homebound movie music and other technical aspects: Naren Chandavarkar and Benedict Taylor's background mucis is minimal and effective. Pratik Shah's cinematography is marvelous. The bird's-eye view shots, especially, are breathtaking. Khyatee Kanchan's production design and Rohit Chaturvedi's costumes are very real. Nitin Baid's editing is smooth.

Homebound Movie Review Conclusion: On the whole, HOMEBOUND is an unflinching portrait of caste, class, and systemic discrimination, told with sensitivity and cinematic restraint. Neeraj Ghaywan crafts a film that resonates long after it ends, thanks to its haunting final act and emotionally charged performances by Ishaan Khatter and Vishal Jethwa. The Oscar buzz has amplified the film’s hype; however, given its niche nature, it will rely heavily on strong word of mouth to make a mark at the box office.

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NISHAANCHI is a gritty, engaging ride, however the long runtime, limited buzz, and competition could affect the film. Movie Review: NISHAANCHI is a gritty, engaging ride

Star Cast: Aaishvary Thackeray, Vedika Pinto, Monika Panwar

Director: Anurag Kashyap 

Nishaanchi Movie Review Synopsis: NISHAANCHI is the story of twin brothers. The year is 2006. Babloo aka Tony Montana (Aaishvary Thackeray), his twin brother Dabloo (Aaishvary Thackeray) and his girlfriend Rinku (Vedika Pinto) attempt to rob a bank in Kanpur. Tony gets caught while Dabloo and Rinku escape. Tony is imprisoned for 7 years. Since Dabloo hid his face with a monkey cap during the bank robbery, none of the witnesses identify him. The cop, Kamal Ajeeb (Mohd Zeeshan Ayyub), tries his best to extract from Tony about his accomplice but he doesn’t open his mouth in order to save his brother. Back home, Tony and Dabloo’s mother Manjari (Monika Panwar) are distressed over Tony’s arrest. Rinku, too, is saddened; Dabloo, who always had a crush on her, tries to get close to her. Meanwhile, a man named Ambika Prasad (Kumud Mishra) is hell bent on making life messier for Tony, Dabloo, Rinku and Manjari due to the past enmity. What happens next forms the rest of the film. 

Nishaanchi Movie Story Review: Anurag Kashyap's story is detailed and expansive. Prasoon Mishra, Ranjan Chanel and Anurag Kashyap's screenplay has loads of entertainment and drama. However, the writing gets stretched in several places. Prasoon Mishra, Ranjan Chanel and Anurag Kashyap's dialogues are one of the USPs.

Anurag Kashyap's direction is superb. This is a film in the GANGS OF WASSEYPUR zone; in fact, the story doesn’t end and there’s a second part in the offing as well. Many characters and even a few situations would remind one of the 2012 two-part classic. There's a lot of humour present in the narrative, but what stands out is the drama. The film starts at a certain point and Anurag hints at significant developments in the lives of the characters that have taken place already. It intrigues the viewers and doesn’t confuse thankfully. Soon, the flashback portions take over and they form a major chunk of the film. Interestingly, from the beginning portions, one gets a slight idea about what must have happened in the past. Yet, one looks forward to it when the past track unfolds. A few scenes that stand out are Jabardast (Viineet Kumar Singh) taking revenge and his scene in jail, Tony confronted by Rinku for the first time, Manjari warning Dabloo over falling for Rinku, Ambika attacked on his face etc. The climax is well executed and increases the expectation for the sequel.

On the flipside, the film is 179 minutes long. Though a lot is happening every minute, it does become tedious at times. There are too many songs and two of them could have been easily shortened. The intermission point is too serious. In fact, there are portions in the movie where the humour is non-existent; for a film promoted as a crime comedy, this might not be liked by those who have ventured to the cinemas, expecting some laughs. What adds to the minuses is that the makers haven’t promoted the fact that NISHAANCHI is a two-part saga. A section of the moviegoers might be dejected to learn that despite being a three-hour-long film, the story hasn’t ended and will continue in the next part. Lastly, the limited buzz can prove detrimental. 

Nishaanchi – Official Trailer | In Cinemas – September 19 | Amazon MGM Studios India

Nishaanchi Movie Review Performances: Aaishvary Thackeray makes one of the finest debuts in recent times. In his first film, he plays two diverse roles and the manner in which he acts like a pro is seen to be believed. Monika Panwar excels. Initially, it felt like she might be too young for the role, but all doubts vanish in a few minutes. Vedika Pinto has limited screen time in the first half but goes to another level post-interval. Kumud Mishra is to NISHAANCHI what Tigmanshu Dhulia was to GANGS OF WASSEYPUR. He puts up a great act and watch out for how he has been de-aged. Viineet Kumar Singh has been credited under ‘very special appearance’. But he has a crucial role and yet again proves why he’s one of the finest actors of our time. Durgesh Kumar (Bank Security Guard) makes his presence felt with just one scene. Sahaarsh Shuklaa (Puraane), Shubham Tiwari (Hawa Hawai) and Murari Kumar (Baba Lasan) leave a mark. Rajesh Kumar (Bhola Pehalwan) does fine, but looks miscast for a role of this sort. Special mention should also go to Nitpreet Gorkhyal and Supreet Gorkhyal for playing the roles of young Babloo and young Dabloo, respectively. 

Nishaanchi movie music and other technical aspects: The music is peppy and varied. 'Filam Dekho' appears in the opening credits and sets the mood. 'Neend Bhi Teri' and 'Kya Hai Kya Hai' (not present in the jukebox, surprisingly) are soulful and 'Jhule Jhule Paalna' is well incorporated. 'Pigeon Kabootar', 'Kanpuriya Kantaap' and 'Raja Hindustani' are in sync with the film's mood. 'Bhaga Bhaga Ke Maarenge' is energetic, while 'Upar Wale Ne' is poignant. 'Dear Country' is amusing but loses its novelty value in a minute. 'Saram Lagela' is forced. 'Reh Gaye Akele' adds to the effect in the end credits.

Ajay Jayanthi's background score is apt. Sylvester Fonseca's cinematography is gritty and real. The same goes for Amrit Singh's action. Vikram Singh and Parul Rai's production design and Shruti Kapoor's costumes are realistic; the apparel is glamorous in the case of Vedika, as per the character requirement. RedChillies.VFX and White Apple Studios' VFX is decent. Aarti Bajaj's editing could have been crisper. 

Nishaanchi Movie Review Conclusion: On the whole, NISHAANCHI is a gritty, engaging ride that reaffirms Anurag Kashyap’s knack for blending crime, drama, and dark humour into a compelling narrative. However, the three-hour runtime, the unexpected two-part format, limited buzz, and strong competition from JOLLY LLB 3 could restrict its box office reach.

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A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY is an experimental drama that doesn't work as intended Movie Review: A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY doesn't work as intended

Star Cast: Colin Farrell, Margot Robbie

Director: Kogonada

A Big Bold Beautiful Journey Movie Review Synopsis: A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY is the story of two individuals taking the journey of their lives. David (Colin Farrell) is all set to leave to attend the marriage of a friend at a holiday boutique resort. His car is clamped by the traffic police, supposedly for incorrect parking. He sees the ad for a rental agency and approaches them. The agency is run by two mysterious people (played by Phoebe Waller-Bridge and Kevin Kline). They offer him a vintage 1994 Saturn car and insist that he take their GPS device as well. David agrees. He reaches the wedding venue, where he bumps into Sarah (Margot Robbie). Sparks fly between them, but David stops himself from going all out. The next day, Sarah's car breaks down and David offers her a lift. The GPS suddenly starts taking them to places from their past and does everything possible so that they begin a love affair. What happens next forms the rest of the film.

A Big Bold Beautiful Journey Movie Story Review: Seth Reiss' story is experimental and novel. Seth Reiss' screenplay doesn't do justice to the plot. A few scenes are exceptional, but there are scenes where one loses interest. The dialogues are decent.

Kogonada's direction is okay. To give credit where it's due, he has extracted fine performances from the lead actors. Technically, the film is top-class and the use of different colours adds to the effect. The sequence where David cries after rejecting the offer to dance with Sarah is relatable. The scenes where David and Sarah get confronted by their exes in a restaurant and Sarah's encounter with her mother are lovely. David meeting his father is also touching.

But such scenes are few and far between. The film doesn’t go on a high note even once. Though it's just 109 minutes, it moves at a very, very slow pace and becomes boring. On paper, the drama must have looked enticing; however, it doesn’t translate into a compelling drama a la ETERNAL SUNSHINE OF THE SPOTLESS MIND [2004]. Instead, it gives a déjà vu of BAAR BAAR DEKHO [2016].

A Big Bold Beautiful Journey Movie Review Performances: Colin Farrell never gives a reason to disappoint. Even here, he rises above the script and delivers a lovely performance. Margot Robbie plays a difficult role with ease. In fact, her role is complex, but she handles it like a pro. Their chemistry is great, though it’s affected a bit by the writing. Phoebe Waller-Bridge impresses while Kevin Kline leaves a mark. Lily Rabe (Sarah's mother) makes her presence felt.

A Big Bold Beautiful Journey movie music and other technical aspects: Joe Hisaishi's music is minimal and effective. Benjamin Loeb's cinematography is breathtaking. At the same time, it also gives it a 'film festival' look. Katie Byron's production design has a retro feel. Arjun Bhasin's costumes are realistic. Susan E Kim and Jonathan Alberts' editing is slow.

A Big Bold Beautiful Journey Movie Review Conclusion: On the whole, A BIG BOLD BEAUTIFUL JOURNEY is an experimental drama that doesn’t work as intended due to the writing, boring narrative, and slow pace. At the box office, it’ll sink without a trace, despite the casting.

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With humour, emotions, hard-hitting dialogues, and drama in ample doses JOLLY LLB 3 entertains Movie Review: JOLLY LLB 3 entertains with humour, emotions, dialogues, and drama.

Star Cast: Akshay Kumar, Arshad Warsi, Saurabh Shukla

Director: Subhash Kapoor

Jolly LLB 3 Movie Review Synopsis: JOLLY LLB 3 is the story of two crazy lawyers. In the village of Parsaul, Rajasthan, a villager Rajaram Solanki, disagrees to sell his ancestral land to industrialist Haribhai Khaitan (Gajraj Rao) for his dream project called 'Bikaner To Boston'. The authorities file a case against Rajaram alleging that his land will be usurped for non payment of dues. Rajaram loses the case in the local court, and he ends his life. A few years later, the case reaches the Delhi court thanks to Rajaram's widow Janaki (Seema Biswas). Two lawyers, both named Jolly (Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi) get embroiled in the madness. What happens next forms the rest of the film.

Jolly LLB 3 Movie Story Review: Subhash Kapoor's story is relatable. Subhash Kapoor's screenplay is peppered with not just humour but also some hard-hitting scenes. Subhash Kapoor's dialogues are one of the high points. Several dialogues will surely get a lot of claps.

Subhash Kapoor's direction is splendid. He takes up a topic that many would be able to identify with. Moreover, certain real-life references will raise eyebrows as well as laughs. It was anticipated that both Jolly's would come together, but the way it unfolds is quite dramatic. In fact, the film gets better in the second half once the case reaches court for the second time. The Valentine's Day dinner scene might seem like a roadblock, but there won't be complaints as the scene would be enjoyed by the masses. Subhash Kapoor reserves the best for the climax, and it would be greeted with claps.

On the flipside, the first half could have been better. The songs are poor. Moreover, there are scenes where it seems like the opponent doesn't really fight back with full force against the two Jolly's. A lot is at stake for Haribhai, and realizing how menacing he is, one expects some sort of comeback from him and his legal team as well, which doesn't happen as much in court as it happens outside.

Jolly LLB 3 Movie Review Performances: Both Akshay Kumar and Arshad Warsi deliver equally brilliant performances. Akshay has a little more screen time. But Arshad makes up for it with his performance and climax act. Their chemistry is excellent; watch out for it in the second half and especially in the finale. Saurabh Shukla (Justice Sunder Lal Tripathi) is like the third hero of the film and steals the show yet again. This time, he also shows his romantic side and it's quite adorable. Gajraj Rao yet again delivers a fabulous performance as an antagonist after MAIDAAN [2024]. He impresses with his mere expressions. Amrita Rao (Sandhya) and Huma Qureshi (Pushpa) are okay and don't have much to do. But it's commendable that the makers retained their characters and also chose the same actors. Seema Biswas leaves a huge mark. Ram Kapoor is apt for the part as the opponent lawyer. Shilpa Shukla (Chanchal Chautala) is lovely. The actors playing the DM, Rajaram, and others also do a fine job.

Jolly LLB 3 | Trailer | Akshay Kumar | Arshad Warsi | Subhash Kapoor | In Cinemas 19th September

Jolly LLB 3 movie music and other technical aspects: Songs are forgettable. Mangesh Dhakde's background score is appropriate for the genre.

Rangarajan Ramabadran's cinematography is cinematic. Parvez Shaikh's action and Veera Kapur Ee's costumes are realistic. Mansi Dhruv Mehta's production design is straight out of life. Chandrashekhar Prajapati's editing is neat but the cutting of scenes at the very beginning give a feeling that one is watching film festival cinema.

Jolly LLB 3 Movie Review Conclusion: On the whole, JOLLY LLB 3 entertains with its humour, emotions, hard-hitting dialogues, and drama in ample doses. Akshay Kumar, Arshad Warsi, and Saurabh Shukla steal the show, while the climax would be greeted with applause. At the box office, the film might start on a slow note but has the potential to jump from Saturday onwards due to strong word of mouth.

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DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE is a heartfelt closure that offers nostalgia and charm Movie Review: DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE is a heartfelt closure

Star Cast: Hugh Bonneville, Michelle Dockery, Laura Carmichael, Jim Carter

Director: Simon Curtis

Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale Movie Review Synopsis: DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE is the story of the Crawleys going through a scandal and a change. The year is 1930. Two years after the events of DOWNTON ABBEY: A NEW ERA [2022], the Crawleys are enjoying themselves in London when news breaks out that Mary (Michelle Dockery) has secured a divorce from Henry Talbot. Robert (Hugh Bonneville) and his wife Elizabeth McGovern (Cora) are stunned not just by the fact that their daughter hid the divorce from them but also because she gets ostracized in society. The press picks it up and hence, even the staff at Downton Abbey learns about it. The Crawleys return to Downton Abbey while Mary stays behind in London to receive her maternal uncle, Harold Levinson (Paul Giamatti). Harold arrives from New York with a mysterious friend, Gus Sambrook (Alessandro Nivola). Sparks fly between Mary and Gus in no time. On the other hand, Harold drops bad news - he has lost a lot of money in the 1929 Wall Street Crash. Hence, he is seeking to invest in Downton's remaining assets to recoup his losses and repay his debt to Gus. What happens next forms the rest of the film.

Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale Movie Story Review: The story is lovely and goes well with the theme of the series. Julian Fellowes' screenplay is breezy but lacks enough drama. The dialogues are one of the USPs.

Simon Curtis' direction is simple and unhurried. As the story moves into a new decade, the Crawleys realize times are changing faster than ever. How they adjust to the change and the tiff it ensues is relatable and nicely depicted. The manner in which Mary is asked to leave from a royal party due to her separation is memorable. Another scene that stands out is Robert discovering what a 'flat' is. The track of Mary and Gus is also interesting. The finale is moving.

On the flipside, the film begins on a tense note as the divorce news comes through. One expects a lot of fireworks but that really doesn't happen. Yes, the Crawleys and the staff go through some interesting developments. However, things get resolved pretty easily, from Robert objecting to the sale of the London house to Sir Hector Moreland (Simon Russell Beale) revolting against the changes in the annual fair. Moreover, the previous part had far more drama and that is surely missing here. Lastly, it is a film that has a very limited appeal in India.

Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale Movie Review Performances: Michelle Dockery, this time, has arguably the longest screen time and she owns the part. Hugh Bonneville yet again impresses with his performance. Laura Carmichael (Edith) is adorable and the same goes for Joanne Froggatt (Anna Bates) and Sophie McShera (Daisy Parker). Jim Carter (Charles) lends able support. Paul Giamatti, Alessandro Nivola and Robert James-Collier (Thomas Barrow) leave a tremendous mark. Elizabeth McGovern gets a limited scope. Others who do well are Paul Copley (Albert Mason(, Kevin Doyle (Joseph Molesley), Michael Fox (Andrew), Harry Hadden-Paton (Bertie), Lesley Nicol (Mrs Patmore), Penelope Wilton (Isobel) and Arty Froushan (Noël Coward).

Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale movie music and other technical aspects: The music is royal. Ben Smithard's cinematography is superior. Donal Woods' production design is well-researched, while Anna Mary Scott Robbins' costumes are stunning. Adam Recht's editing is breezy.

Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale Movie Review Conclusion: On the whole, DOWNTON ABBEY: THE GRAND FINALE is a heartfelt closure that offers moments of nostalgia and charm. However, it lacks the dramatic highs of its predecessor and moreover, its niche appeal may limit its box office impact in India.

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AABEER GULAAL is a breezy family entertainer. Vaani Kapoor provides a career-best act Movie Review: AABEER GULAAL is a breezy family entertainer

Star Cast: Fawad Khan, Vaani Kapoor

Director: Aarti S Bagdi 

Aabeer Gulaal Movie Review Synopsis: AABEER GULAAL is the story of opposites attract. Aabeer Singh (Fawad Khan) runs a popular Indian cuisine restaurant in London, called The Rasoe. He arrives in Jaipur for a culinary contest. The winner will get a chance to work as a chef in his esteemed restaurant. Gulaal Bajaj (Vaani Kapoor), with whom Aabeer had a dramatic encounter a day before, is declared the winner. She lives with her father Suresh Bajaj (Parmeet Sethi) and Nani (Farida Jalal) and has been engaged to Jai (Zorawar Singh Ahluwalia). Gulaal revolts as her father doesn’t give her the permission to take up the offer; it would mean staying out of India for six months, leading to a delay in her marriage. But her father relents, albeit reluctantly. In London, Gulaal creates a series of goof-ups not just for herself but also for Aabeer. With no other option, Aabeer decides to fire her. What happens next forms the rest of the film. 

Aabeer Gulaal Movie Story Review: Aarti S Bagdi's story is simple and sweet. Aarti S Bagdi, Meghna Singhee and Sudipto Sarkar's screenplay is breezy and most importantly, engaging. Aarti S Bagdi, Meghna Singhee and Sudipto Sarkar's dialogues (additional dialogues by Vanika Sangtani and Amit Nitin Dasani) are straight out of life.

Aarti S Bagdi's direction is captivating. The characters are well fleshed out and the manner in which the protagonists meet each other in amusing circumstances will put a smile on the faces of the viewers. Moreover, the makers have made a film devoid of intimate scenes and cuss words which makes it a family entertainer. Also, though it is set abroad, it is not devoid of the Indian-ness; the family angle adds to the fun. Lastly, the songs enhance the charm of the film.

On the flipside, in select places, the direction is haphazard and not smooth. The conflict in the second half doesn't have the desired impact. This is where the film loses some of its sheen. A few characters are not properly fleshed out. Lastly, the climax is sweet but also beaten to death. One would surely expect a little bit more novelty. 

Aabeer Gulaal Movie Review Performances: Fawad Khan, as always, gives a delightful performance. His looks and smiles ensure the battle is half won, while his subtle and impactful act takes care of the rest. Vaani Kapoor is the surprise of the film. This is her best performance by miles and viewers will be astonished to see her delivering like a seasoned performer. She dominates the first half, especially in the goofy scenes. The scene where she breaks into a dance in the police station is very entertaining, for instance. Riddhi Dogra (Avantika) and Lisa Haydon (Laila) perform ably and neatly add to the chaos. But one wishes that their roles were fleshed out better. This is more in the case of Laila; a few characteristics about her were ambiguous. The same goes for Dev Agarwal (Aman); the entire secret greeting card track is forgotten after a point. Farida Jalal lends able support while Parmeet Sethi leaves a tremendous mark; he also raises laughs in the first half. Soni Razdan (Sushma) and Rahul Vohra (Dinesh) are dependable. Jai Soni, Amrit Sandhu (Ruchika) and Sujoy De (Aman) are fair. 

Aabeer Gulaal Official Trailer | Fawad Khan & Vaani Kapoor – 12th September 2025

Aabeer Gulaal movie music and other technical aspects: Amit Trivedi's music is one of the USPs. 'Khudaya Ishq' is the biggest draw but the other songs like 'Angreji Rangrasiya', 'Doriyaan', 'Khalbaliyaan', 'Tain Tain' and 'On The Way' are also impressive. The remix of various old classics like 'Aaja Aaja Main Hoon Pyar Tera', 'Jawani Jaaneman', 'Jab Chhaye Mera Jadoo', 'Kajra Mohabbat Wala' etc. provides a nice touch. Amit Trivedi's background score is breezy. Special mention should also go to the energetic choreography by Vijay A Ganguly.

Tribhuvan Babu Sadineni's cinematography is breathtaking. Sunil Nigvekar's production design is rich, while Sheetal Sharma's costumes, especially the ones worn by the lead actors, are glamorous. Sanjay Shrirang Ingle's editing is slick. Do It Creative Studios' VFX deserves brownie points, especially in the climax. 

Aabeer Gulaal Movie Review Conclusion: On the whole, AABEER GULAAL is a breezy family entertainer, worth a watch for those who enjoy feel-good cinema with a touch of desi soul. Fawad Khan brings his trademark charm, but it’s Vaani Kapoor who truly surprises with a career-best act.

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MIRAI works due to the mythological factor, subject and climax Movie Review: MIRAI works due to the mythological factor

Star Cast: Teja Sajja, Manchu Manoj, Ritika Nayak, Shriya Saran

Director: Karthik Gattamneni

Mirai Movie Review Synopsis: MIRAI is the story of a man out to save the world. Veda Prajapati (Teja Sajja) is an orphan, with no idea about his parentage. He lives in Hyderabad and does odd things for a living. His life changes when he comes across Vibha (Ritika Nayak), a girl who has come from the Himalayas in search of him. She informs him that he is the son of the great Ambica (Shriya Saran) and that he's destined to fulfil a task of saving the world from an evil force. That evil force is Mahabhir Lama (Manoj Manchu), who possesses devious powers. Mahabhir is in search of 9 divine books, hidden and preserved by a secret society of brave warriors. Mahabhir has managed to retrieve 8 out of 9 books through force. He's looking for the ninth and final book. This is when Veda comes into the picture as he might be in knowledge of its location. What happens next forms the rest of the film.

Mirai Movie Story Review: Karthik Gattamneni and Manibabu Karanam's story is fascinating and blends mythology and fantasy. Karthik Gattamneni and Manibabu Karanam's screenplay fails to make the desired impact overall though a few scenes are very arresting. Manibabu Karanam's dialogues are normal; a few one-liners raise laughs.

Karthik Gattamneni's direction is nice. He handles the scale and grandeur with panache. This is a film meant for the big screen and it shows. The villain track is scary and his back story is very intriguing. The intermission point is fascinating while the end fight keeps viewers captivated. The manner in which the mythological aspect is tackled is praiseworthy.

On the flipside, MIRAI comes at a time when viewers have already consumed many memorable films in this space like KARTHIKEYA 2, BRAHMASTRA, KALKI 2898 AD and even Teja Sajja’s HANUMAN. Hence, despite their best of efforts, the film gives a feeling of been-there-done-that. A few aspects seem superficial. Moreover, the humour also doesn’t land properly.

Mirai Movie Review Performances: Teja Sajja, however, gives a genuinely fine performance. His built, body language and expressions ensure that he suits the part to the T. Manoj Manchu is fine as the villain though he goes a bit overboard in a few scenes. Kaarthikeyaa Dev does much better as the teen Mahabhir. Shriya Saran has a powerful supporting part and her screen presence is quite strong. Ritika Nayak lends able support. Jayaram (Agastya) and Jagapathi Babu (Angambali) leave a tremendous mark. Getup Srinu (Memesh) and Raj Zutshi (Banshi) and Pawan Chopra (K N Bagchi; professor with Mahabhir) are fair. Raghu Ram (Yesu Daddy) is wasted. Kishore Tirumala (C I AShok) plays an amusing character but the impact is limited. Tanja Keller is superb as the ruthless assassin Yuca.

Mirai – Official Trailer (HINDI) | Teja Sajja | Manoj Kumar Manchu | Ritika Nayak | Karthik Gattamnen

Mirai movie music and other technical aspects: Gowra Hari's music is not memorable. 'Vibe Hai Baby' is missing from the film. Gowra Hari's background score is exhilarating.

Karthik Gattamneni's cinematography is first-rate. Lanka Santhoshi's costumes for Teja Sajja are stylish while Rekha Boggarapu's costumes for the rest of the actors are realistic. Srinagendra Tangala's production design is authentic. Action is barely gory and works well. VFX is satisfactory. A Sreekar Prasad's editing is overall neat but could have been a bit slicker.

Mirai Movie Review Conclusion: On the whole, MIRAI works due to the mythological factor, subject and clapworthy interval block and climax. The Hindi version is expected to open on a modest note but, with its engaging narrative and striking visuals, it holds strong potential to gain momentum through positive word of mouth.

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INSPECTOR ZENDE is a refreshing blend of real-life inspiration and quirky storytelling Movie Review: INSPECTOR ZENDE is a refreshing real life inspiration.

Star Cast: Manoj Bajpayee, Jim Sarbh

Director: Chinmay D Mandlekar

Inspector Zende Movie Review Synopsis: INSPECTOR ZENDE is the story of a cop trying to catch a dreaded gangster. On March 16, 1986, Carl Bhojraj (Jim Sarbh), who has committed 32 murders, escapes from Delhi’s Tihar Jail along with his accomplices – David Jones (Peter Delight), Lalit Khatana (Devaang Bagga), Ratan Tomar (Ajeet Singh Pahlawat) and Subhash Tyagi (Sukumar Tudu). An honest cop from Mumbai Police, Madhukar Zende (Manoj Bajpayee), is summoned by Maharashtra’s DGP, Chandrakant Purandare (Sachin Khedekar) to catch Carl. Zende is assigned this mission for a reason. He’s the one who caught Carl red-handed way back in 1971. At that time, Carl was a small-time thief and now he has become a dangerous murderer. Hence, the risk is a lot, but Zende takes up the challenge. He’s joined by brave officers like Patil (Bhalchandra Kadam), Jacob (Harish Dudhade), Deshmane (Nitin Bhajan), Naik (Bharat Savale) and Patekar (Onkar Raut). These five officers, however, are on an unofficial, secret mission. In other words, they not only have to catch Carl but also can’t take official help from police officers of other regions. What happens next forms the rest of the film.

Inspector Zende Movie Story Review: Chinmay D Mandlekar's story is inspired by true events. Chinmay D Mandlekar's screenplay is entertaining and peppered with a lot of humour and quirk. Chinmay D Mandlekar's dialogues add to the fun and madness.

Chinmay D Mandlekar's direction is exemplary. Usually, films sourced from real-life episodes tend to be serious, especially when dealing with a ruthless criminal. But INSPECTOR ZENDE is filled with funny moments that keep the mood light, despite the subject. The characters are well fleshed out and moreover, the makers keep the duration in check. In just 112 minutes, they manage to tell the story without rushing through the narrative. A few scenes stand out – Carl’s arrest in 1971, the madness in the hotel in Panvel, the meeting of the cops in Zende’s house and Zende mocking Delhi’s ACP, Vyas. The finale is very amusing and the film ends on a justified note.

On the flipside, the romantic track of Manoj Bajpayee and Girija Oak (Vijaya) doesn’t work as intended, though it has its moments. In the attempt to give a vintage colour tone, the team goes overboard and it looks awkward in the beginning scenes. The VFX is also tacky. Lastly, to keep the narrative light, one sometimes tends to forget that Carl is a dangerous killer who has committed more than 30 murders. As a result, Carl doesn’t seem very menacing. This affects the impact of a crucial scene where Patil (Bhalchandra Kadam) comes face-to-face with Carl and yet doesn’t nab him.

Inspector Zende | Official Trailer | Manoj Bajpayee, Jim Sarbh | Netflix India

Inspector Zende Movie Review Performances: Manoj Bajpayee, as expected, gets his act right and enhances the humour quotient of the film, at times just through his mere expressions. Jim Sarbh is tailor-made for the part and delivers a suave performance. Sachin Khedekar lends able support, while Girija Oak is lovely. From the cops, Bhalchandra Kadam leaves the maximum mark. Harish Dudhade stands out because of a quirk in his character. Nitin Bhajan, Bharat Savale and Onkar Raut are decent. Vaibhav Mangale (Fonseca) is funny. Peter Delight and Ashwath Bhatt (ACP Vyas) manage to register, but Sukumar Tudu, Devaang Bagga and Ajeet Singh Pahlawat get a limited scope.

Inspector Zende movie music and other technical aspects: Sanket Sane's music is well-woven into the narrative. But the two songs, 'Majhi Baygo' and 'Charlie Baby', are not memorable. Ketan Sodha's background score has a retro charm.

Vishal Sinha's cinematography is satisfactory. Riyaz Shaikh and Habib Sayyed's action is not gory at all. Phantom Digital Effects' VFX, as mentioned above, is not up to the mark. Manish Sherla's costumes (styling by Priyanka Castelino) are authentic. The same goes for Rajesh Choudhary's production design. Meghna Manchanda Sen's editing is slick. 

Inspector Zende Movie Review Conclusion: On the whole, INSPECTOR ZENDE is a refreshing blend of real-life inspiration and quirky storytelling, and stands out for its humor, crisp runtime, and stellar performances, especially Manoj Bajpayee and Jim Sarbh.

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With action, drama, songs, and emotions, BAAGHI 4 caters to mass audiences. Movie Review: BAAGHI 4 impresses with action and drama

Star Cast: Tiger Shroff, Sanjay Dutt, Harnaaz Sandhu, Sonam Bajwa

Director: A Harsha

Baaghi 4 Movie Review Synopsis: BAAGHI 4 is the story of a man with a haunted past. Navy officer Ranveer Pratap Singh aka Ronnie (Tiger Shroff) meets with a terrible car accident. After being in coma for 7 months, he finally recovers. His brother Jeetu (Shreyas Talpade) takes care of him and realizes that he has started hallucinating. Ronnie claims that he is in love with a girl called Alisha (Harnaaz Sandhu) and that she died before his accident. Jeetu and others in his life don't believe him; they feel that Alisha is a figment of his imagination. Ronnie tries his best to convince them otherwise but his efforts prove futile. One day, he comes across a shocking truth that shakes him to the core. What happens next forms the rest of the film.

Baaghi 4 Movie Story Review: Sajid Nadiadwala's story has a lot of promise. Sajid Nadiadwala's screenplay (additional screenplay by Rajat Aroraa) is engaging but loses steam after a point. Rajat Aroraa's dialogues are a highlight.

A Harsha's direction is okay. To give credit where it's due, the first half is very engaging. The manner in which everyone around Ronnie make him believe that he has gone crazy makes for a fine watch. The humour adds to the fun. The intermission point is exhilarating and sets the mood for the second half.

However, once things become clearer about the intentions of the villain, the film goes downhill. Sure, the makers try their best to ensure that the goings on are unpredictable, but the writing gets messy big time. The finale is bizarre and doesn't give viewers a high. The other major problem is that the film borrows from various films like ANIMAL, PUSHPA, PATHAAN and even KGF. Lastly, there are many too songs.

Baaghi 4 Movie Review Performances: Tiger Shroff delivers a very challenging performance and comes out with flying colours. He shines in action, as always, but he also does well in the emotional sequences. Sanjay Dutt has late entry and even limited screen time. He makes up for it with his act. Harnaaz Sandhu makes a confident debut. Sonam Bajwa (Pratishtha) is a big surprise. Shreyas Talpade lends able support. Upendra Limaye is the scene stealer yet again. Saurabh Sachdeva (Paulo) is dependable.

Baaghi 4 Trailer | Tiger Shroff, Sanjay Dutt, Harnaaz Sandhu, Sonam Bajwa | Sajid Nadiadwala | A.Harsha | In Cinemas 5th Sept

Baaghi 4 movie music and other technical aspects:

Songs are okay. 'Marjaana' is the best of the lot followed by 'Get Ready to Fight – Khauf Hai', 'Maar Maar', 'Rona Sikha Diya' and 'Tera Khayal'. 'Akeli Laila' and 'Yeh Mera Husn' add to the glamour quotient but give a deja vu of 'Ooo Antava' and 'Besharam Rang' respectively. Ankit-Sachet and Shrey's background score is energetic.

Swamy J Gowda's cinematography is neat. Vvenkat, Kecha Khamphakdee, Kevin Kumar and Stun Silva's action is excessively gory. Tanvi Leena Patil's production design is rich. Aki Narula, Rushi Sharma, Manoshi Nath, Navin Shetty, Chetna Rawat, Manish Malhotra and Ashish Sharma's costumes are glamorous. Kiran Gowda and Nitin FCP's editing is appropriate but the film could have been shorter by 10-15 minutes.

Baaghi 4 Movie Review Conclusion: On the whole, BAAGHI 4 impresses in its first half with gripping action and engaging drama. The second half takes a more commercial route with an emphasis on songs and heightened emotions, catering largely to mass audiences. At the box office, the film is well-positioned to take a strong start at the box office, driven by its franchise value and star appeal. Its long-term performance, however, will hinge on word of mouth and repeat audience pull.

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THE CONJURING: LAST RITES has a powerful climax, backed by strong performances this final chapter is a fitting farewell. Movie Review: THE CONJURING: LAST RITES is a fitting farewell

Star Cast: Vera Farmiga, Patrick Wilson, Mia Tomlinson, Ben Hardy

Director: Michael Chaves

The Conjuring: Last Rites Movie Review Synopsis: THE CONJURING: LAST RITES is the story of a family in trouble. The year is 1986. The Smurl family resides in West Pittston, Pennsylvania. They bring a gift for their daughter, Heather (Kíla Lord Cassidy), a mirror. The moment the mirror arrives in their home, strange things start occurring. They realize that the mirror is haunted and they decide to get rid of it. Yet, the eerie experiences continue. Meanwhile, Ed (Patrick Wilson) and Lorraine Warren (Vera Farmiga) have retired as demonologists. But they realize that they have a connection with the strange experiences of the Smurl family. That's not all. The daughter of the Warrens, Judy (Mia Tomlinson), is also connected with this case. What happens next forms the rest of the film.

The Conjuring: Last Rites Movie Story Review: David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick and James Wan's story is inspired by true events and is eerie. Ian Goldberg, Richard Naing and David Leslie Johnson-McGoldrick's screenplay is captivating but also stretched, especially in the first half. The dialogues are appropriate.

Michael Chaves' direction is splendid. He creates an eerie atmosphere authentically and moreover, also focuses on the family life of the Warrens and the Smurls. The trademark CONJURING stamp is also visible, especially with the rolling disclaimer at the beginning, as well as the depiction of videos and images from real life, which adds to the impact. The opening scene is chilling and so are the sequences in the trial room and the day after the sisters throw away the mirror. The non-frightening scenes are also memorable, particularly the one where Tony (Ben Hardy) proposes to Judy. The second half is much better, with the climax taking the cake.

On the flipside, the narrative takes a while to build up and go all out in terms of scare. This might disappoint fans as THE CONJURING 2 didn't waste much time on this front. That was a major reason why it also worked big time. Secondly, a few questions remain unanswered. A few developments are bewildering. Ideally, Lorraine should have realized that the mirror in the house of the Smurls is the same one that she had encountered before. Though she doesn’t get a chance to see it, her abilities should have made her realize. Also, after what happens to Father Gordon, the Church should have thoroughly investigated the cause of death and his association with the Smurls. But they don't do so. Lastly, a crucial character disappears midway in the film; no explanation given!

The Conjuring: Last Rites Movie Review Performances: Both Vera Farmiga and Patrick Wilson deliver equally commendable performances. Their characters undergo a change as this time, the attack on them is more personal. Their performances are also tweaked accordingly. Mia Tomlinson is first-rate, especially in the second half. Ben Hardy essays the role of the awkward yet lovable character with panache. Kíla Lord Cassidy and Beau Gadsdon (Dawn Smurl) lend able support. Rebecca Calder (Janet Smurl) and Elliot Cowan (Jack Smurl) are decent. Steve Coulter (Father Gordon) leaves a huge mark.

The Conjuring: Last Rites movie music and other technical aspects: Benjamin Wallfisch's music is top-notch. Eli Born's cinematography is appropriate. John Frankish's production design and Graham Churchyard's costumes are realistic, while VFX adds to the terror quotient. Elliot Greenberg and Gregory Plotkin's editing could have been slicker.

The Conjuring: Last Rites Movie Review Conclusion: On the whole, THE CONJURING: LAST RITES has a slow first half but makes up for it with a gripping second post-interval portion and powerful climax. Backed by strong performances and the popularity of the franchise, this final chapter is poised to attract audiences and deliver a fitting farewell at the box office.

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PARAM SUNDARI is a breezy, light-hearted watch that connects well Movie Review: PARAM SUNDARI is a pleasant rom-com

Star cast: Sidharth Malhotra, Janhvi Kapoor, Sanjay Kapoor

Param Sundari Movie Review Synopsis: PARAM SUNDARI is the story of a man in search of a perfect business idea and love. Param (Sidharth Malhotra) is the son of a wealthy businessman (Sanjay Kapoor) in Delhi. Param has tried his hands in various businesses and start-ups but has never achieved success. He once gets a proposal from a guy named Shekhar (Abhishek Banerjee) who has developed a dating app. He wants Param to invest in his app as he is sure it will do wonders in helping youngsters find their match. When Param tries the app on himself, he is matched with Sundari (Janhvi Kapoor) from a village in Kerala. In order to check whether the app works, he decides to stay in the home stay offered by Sundari. Param’s father gives him one month to find a match, post which he agrees to invest in the app. Param lands up in Kerala with his best friend Jaggi (Manjot Singh). He and Sundari don’t get along well initially but soon get fond of each other. However, a twist in the tale becomes a thorn in the path for Param and Sundari’s love story.

Param Sundari Movie Story Review: Tushar Jalota, Gaurav Mishra and Aarsh Arora’s story is not novel. But Tushar Jalota’s screenplay is fresh. The story is presented in a new age manner with some interesting and funny situations thrown as the couple gradually falls in love. The twist at the interval, again, isn't something new in this genre of films. But it surprises you because the makers have refrained from showing any of this in the trailer. The dialogues are conversational with natural humour but some cheezy lines could have been avoided.

Tushar Jalota's direction is simple as well as fresh. He has kept things light hearted. He has ensured that things don't get too heavy even when a serious twist is thrown. In. Two sequences stand out in the all-important second half. The boat race sequence and the climax. The latter deserves more mention as it's simple and uncomplicated. In such genre of stories, the ending tends to become emotionally heavy or melodramatic. But that isn't the case here.

On the flipside, as mentioned above, the story is tried and tested. You will find plenty of films with this storyline. Therefore, the climax is also anybody's guess. Before the release, there was a chatter on social media about the film being similar to CHENNAI EXPRESS and 2 STATES. But it actually reminds you of DILWALE DULHANIA LE JAYENGE. More so, also because of the hero's father's angle and what all he does in the second half.

Param Sundari – Official Trailer | Sidharth Malhotra | Janhvi Kapoor

Param Sundari Movie Review Performances: Sidharth Malhotra and Janhvi Kapoor suit as a pair. Sidharth scores well in a typical lover boy role. His antics and way of speaking suit this genre of films. Janhvi Kapoor looks ravishing and suits the image of a half Malayalam-half Tamilian girl. She scores in emotions and dialogue delivery, except for few occasions where her Malayalam accent appears forced. Sanjay Kapoor is a surprise package in an energetic performance. Majot Singh is like a typical friend of the hero you find in such genre of films. Renji, who plays Venu in the film, does well too.

Param Sundari Music and other technical aspects: Composer duo Sachin-Jigar’s music goes with the nature of the film. ‘Pardesiya’ is a brilliant love ballad and it becomes a theme of the film. ‘Danger’ is a fun track and it encourages you to tap your feet. The rest of the songs are functional. Sachin-Jigar’s background score is effective. They have generously used ‘Pardesiya’ theme and it works well.

Santhana Krishnan Ravichandran’s cinematography is impressive. He has made the beautiful locales of Kerala appear even prettier. Etisha Jain and Priyanka Ghosh Riya’s art direction is top-notch and realistic. Neha Gurbuxani’s costumes suit the characters well.

Param Sundari Movie Review Conclusion: On the whole, PARAM SUNDARI makes for a pleasant Bollywood rom-com. The story may follow a familiar template, yet the treatment ensures a breezy, light-hearted watch that connects well with the youth through its mix of emotions, romance, music, and drama. At the box office, the film is likely to open decently and has the potential for a healthy theatrical run.

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TEHRAN is a decent espionage drama that could have been more Movie Review: TEHRAN is a decent espionage drama.

Star Cast: John Abraham, Manushi Chhillar, Hadi Khanjanpour, Madhurima Tuli

Tehran Movie Review Synopsis: TEHRAN is the story of a Special Cell officer’s quest for revenge. The story is based in 2012. Iran and Israel are at loggerheads and carrying out operations against each other. In response to Israel’s action, Iran kills Israeli nuclear scientists in Georgia and Bangkok. But things heat up in India when an Israeli diplomat is killed in Delhi in his car through a bomb blast. A poor little girl selling flowers gets killed in collateral damage. Afshar Hosseini (Hadi Khanjanpour) is the man responsible for the attack. Special Cell officer Rajeev Kumar aka RK (John Abraham) takes over the case. There is pressure on him to hand over the case to RA&W since it’s an international matter. However, Rajiv won’t let that happen since the attack happened on Indian soil and, more importantly, an Indian kid got killed for no fault of hers, which affects him. In fact, Rajeev decides to go all the way to Iran, with his junior Divya Rana (Manushi Chhillar) and another officer, to eliminate Afshar Hosseini against the orders of his own department.

Tehran Movie Story Review: Bindi Karia’s story is inspired from a real event of 2012. The story is interesting enough to gain your attention. Bindni Karia and Ashish Prakash Verma’s screenplay is fast-paced and it keeps you glued during majority of the film’s duration. Bindni Karia and Ritesh Shah’s dialogues are conversational and realistic.

Arun Gopalan’s direction goes with the realistic nature of the film. However, it fails in establishing an important point in the narrative. Rajeev doesn’t appear affected enough by the girl’s death. Hence, it becomes difficult to digest when he takes the major step of taking a dangerous journey all the way to Iran to kill Afshar Hosseini. Also, a lot of things happen conveniently for the protagonist. For example, he easily finds people to risk their lives to help him in his mission in different countries.

Although the finale is routine, the texts that appear in the end brings in some appeal.

Tehran | Official Trailer | John Abraham, Manushi Chhillar, Neeru Bajwa | Premieres 14th Aug 2025

Tehran Movie Review Performances: This is a tailor-made role for John Abraham. He excels in action scenes, which is expected from him. But his performance falls in the average range when it comes to emoting. Hadi Khanjanpour excels as Afshar Hosseini. He is the best performer from the lot. Manushi Chhillar is wasted. She has limited screen time and, more surprisingly, hardly any dialogues. Alyy Khan comes up with a good performance as a RA&W officer. Neeru Bajwa as Rajeev’s colleague Sheilaja is decent. Madhirima Tuli, who plays Rajeev’s wife, is hardly there.

Tehran Music and other technical aspects: The film has only one song ‘Hasraton Ke Baazar’, which is composed by Dhruv Ghanekar. It is ordinary and not memorable. Ketan Sodha’s background score succeeds in generating the effect in various sequences.

Ievgen Gubrenko and Andre Menezes’ cinematography falls in the positive category. Doug Coleman and Amritpal Singh’s action is raw, brutal and more in the realistic zone. It falls more in the international category. Meghna Gandhi’s production design is first rate as it makes various locations in India and outside believable. Ayesha Dasgupta’s costumes are straight out of reality. Visual effects by Redefine are impressive. Akshara Prabhakar’s editing is sleek.

Tehran Movie Review Conclusion: On the whole, TEHRAN is a decent espionage drama that could have been more. The film scores more in the technical arena. It should find its audience amongst those who prefer realistic action dramas instead of the masala fare.

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Despite the long weekend advantage, WAR 2 emerges as the weakest film of the YRF Spy Universe Movie Review: WAR 2 is the weakest film of the YRF Spy Universe

Star Cast: Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR, Kiara Advani

Director: Ayan Mukerji

War 2 Movie Review Synopsis: WAR 2 is the story of a fight between two warriors. Kabir (Hrithik Roshan) is now a mercenary who kills for money. He is compelled to be a part of a global secret society called 'Kali' and is asked to kill Colonel Luthra (Ashutosh Rana). Luthra's daughter Kavya (Kiara Advani) is devastated and swears revenge. Vikrant Kaul (Anil Kapoor) takes Luthra's place and he asks Vikram (Jr NTR) to join the mission. He's the most ruthless spy of RAW and he is determined to go to any lengths to eliminate Kabir. What happens next forms the rest of the film.

War 2 Movie Story Review: Aditya Chopra's story must have sounded promising on paper. Shridhar Raghavan's screenplay is clichéd and unexciting. Abbas Tyrewala's dialogues are okay. Ayan Mukerji's direction is not upto the mark. To give credit where it's due, he manages to handle the scale and grandeur well. He also holds interest in the first half. The chase sequence in Salamanca, Spain is exciting. The twist during the interval point is unexpected.

But the film goes downhill as soon as the second half begins. The childhood track is interesting but is stretched. In fact, this is a major issue of the film - every sequence goes on and on. The entire idea of 'Kali' will go above the heads of the masses. Things also get silly and one can feel this in the yacht sequence. Lastly, the romantic track also doesn't work as intended.

War 2 Movie Review Performances: Hrithik Roshan constantly rises above the script and delivers a dashing performance. Jr NTR has lesser screen time but makes up for it with his performance and star power. Kiara Advani looks stunning and delivers a sincere performance. She shines in the action scenes. Anil Kapoor is decent and is let down by the writing. Ashutosh Rana, K C Shankar (Gautam Gulati) and Varun Badola (Vilas Sarang) lend able support. Bobby Deol is fine in a cameo.

War 2 | Official Trailer | Hrithik Roshan | Jr NTR | Kiara Advani

War 2 movie music and other technical aspects: Pritam Chakraborty's music is just okay. 'Janaab-e-Aali' works chiefly due to the picturization. 'Aavan Jaavan' doesn't entice. Sanchit Balhara and Ankit Balhara's background score is exhilarating.

Benjamin Jasper's cinematography is first-rate. Spiro Razatos, Franz Spilhaus, Anl Arasu, Oh Sea Young, Craig Macrae and Sunil Rodrigues's action is entertaining. Rajat Poddar and Amrita Mahal Nakai's production design is top class while Anaita Shroff Adajania and Niharika Jolly's costumes are glamorous. yFX's VFX is decent but in many scenes, it doesn't give a realistic feel. Aarif Sheikh's editing is dragging. The film should have been shorter by 15-20 minutes.

War 2 Movie Review Conclusion: On the whole, WAR 2 emerges as the weakest film of the YRF Spy Universe. At the box office, it may ride the advantage of the long weekend initially, but sustaining momentum beyond that will be an uphill task.

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