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Star Cast: Ayushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandanna, Paresh Rawal, Nawazuddin Siddiqui

Director: Aditya Sarpotdar

Thamma Movie Review Synopsis: THAMMA is a bloody love story. Alok Goyal (Ayushmann Khurrana), a TV reporter living with his parents (Paresh Rawal and Geeta Agarwal), goes trekking in the hills with friends. An unexpected bear attack leads him to Tadaka (Rashmika Mandanna), a mysterious woman who saves and heals him. Attraction blossoms, but Alok is soon captured by a strange tribe led by Yakshasan (Nawazuddin Siddiqui). Tadaka defies her clan to save him, sparking a chain of events that threaten her world and his. What happens next forms the rest of the film.

Thamma Movie Story Review: Niren Bhatt, Suresh Mathew and Arun Fulara's story is drawn from Indian folklore and is refreshing. Niren Bhatt, Suresh Mathew and Arun Fulara's screenplay flows smoothly, maintaining tension and curiosity throughout. But the writing also suffers in some places. Niren Bhatt, Suresh Mathew and Arun Fulara's dialogues are witty, sharp and the ones mouthed by Nawazuddin are too funny.

Aditya Sarpotdar's direction once again hits the bullseye after MUNJYA (2024). His command over genre-mixing, blending supernatural tension with genuine emotion and humour, is commendable. Moreover, he keeps the narrative very simple and ensures that it has mainstream appeal. A few scenes stand out like Tadaka’s entry, Tadaka having dinner with Alok’s parents, Tadaka saving Alok from the goons etc. The intermission point is dramatic while the climax is gripping. A fight that takes place in the pre-climax is visually stunning.

Oh the flipside, the character intro is too quick. The makers don’t invest time in Alok’s work life. In fact, there was no requirement to show Alok is a reporter; it served no purpose. Moreover, Alok was supposed to be a loser but this aspect doesn’t come across well. Sure, he’s goofy but he also seemed dashing. The pace dips in the second half. Lastly, though the climax fight has its moments, it is underwhelming when compared to the endings of the previous films of the universe.

Thamma Official Trailer | Ayushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandanna, Paresh Rawal, Nawazuddin Siddiqui | In Cinemas This Diwali – 21st Oct

Thamma Movie Review Performances: Ayushmann Khurrana is in exceptional form. His performance moves seamlessly from vulnerability to comic timing to intensity. He anchors the film brilliantly. Rashmika Mandanna proves her worth. She owns every frame with her charm, fierceness, and mystique. Paresh Rawal is dependable. His comic timing and fatherly warmth provide the perfect emotional balance. Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s act reminds of his performances in films like KICK (2014) but it works well and raised laughs. Faisal Malik (P K Yadav; cop) is impressive while Geeta Agarwal Sharma lends able support. Varun Dhawan as Bhediya is too good.

Thamma movie music and other technical aspects: Sachin-Jigar's music is peppy but again, falls short when compared to the previous films of the universe. 'Tum Mere Na Huye' appears in the end credits is stunning. 'Rahein Na Rahein Hum' is haunting while 'Dilbar Ki Aankhon Ka' and 'Poison Baby' are foot-tapping. Sachin-Jigar's background score is electrifying and enhances the tension and romantic intensity throughout.

Saurabh Goswami's cinematography is captivating. DNEG's VFX is top-notch, particularly in the creature sequences and mystical visuals. Grant Hulley and Parvez Shaikh's action is slick and energetic. Subrata Chakraborty and Amit Ray's production design and Sheetal Iqbal Sharma's costumes are appealing. Hemanti Sarkar's editing is slick but it also drags in the second half.

Thamma Movie Review Conclusion: On the whole, THAMMA is a well-packaged entertainer that reinforces why the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe continues to be a franchise worth tracking. At the box office, the winning combination of its genre appeal, brand value, and the extended Diwali weekend is bound to translate into strong collections.



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Star Cast: Ayushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandanna, Paresh Rawal, Nawazuddin Siddiqui

Director: Aditya Sarpotdar

Thamma Movie Review Synopsis: THAMMA is a bloody love story. Alok Goyal (Ayushmann Khurrana), a TV reporter living with his parents (Paresh Rawal and Geeta Agarwal), goes trekking in the hills with friends. An unexpected bear attack leads him to Tadaka (Rashmika Mandanna), a mysterious woman who saves and heals him. Attraction blossoms, but Alok is soon captured by a strange tribe led by Yakshasan (Nawazuddin Siddiqui). Tadaka defies her clan to save him, sparking a chain of events that threaten her world and his. What happens next forms the rest of the film.

Thamma Movie Story Review: Niren Bhatt, Suresh Mathew and Arun Fulara's story is drawn from Indian folklore and is refreshing. Niren Bhatt, Suresh Mathew and Arun Fulara's screenplay flows smoothly, maintaining tension and curiosity throughout. But the writing also suffers in some places. Niren Bhatt, Suresh Mathew and Arun Fulara's dialogues are witty, sharp and the ones mouthed by Nawazuddin are too funny.

Aditya Sarpotdar's direction once again hits the bullseye after MUNJYA (2024). His command over genre-mixing, blending supernatural tension with genuine emotion and humour, is commendable. Moreover, he keeps the narrative very simple and ensures that it has mainstream appeal. A few scenes stand out like Tadaka’s entry, Tadaka having dinner with Alok’s parents, Tadaka saving Alok from the goons etc. The intermission point is dramatic while the climax is gripping. A fight that takes place in the pre-climax is visually stunning.

Oh the flipside, the character intro is too quick. The makers don’t invest time in Alok’s work life. In fact, there was no requirement to show Alok is a reporter; it served no purpose. Moreover, Alok was supposed to be a loser but this aspect doesn’t come across well. Sure, he’s goofy but he also seemed dashing. The pace dips in the second half. Lastly, though the climax fight has its moments, it is underwhelming when compared to the endings of the previous films of the universe.

Thamma Official Trailer | Ayushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandanna, Paresh Rawal, Nawazuddin Siddiqui | In Cinemas This Diwali – 21st Oct

Thamma Movie Review Performances: Ayushmann Khurrana is in exceptional form. His performance moves seamlessly from vulnerability to comic timing to intensity. He anchors the film brilliantly. Rashmika Mandanna proves her worth. She owns every frame with her charm, fierceness, and mystique. Paresh Rawal is dependable. His comic timing and fatherly warmth provide the perfect emotional balance. Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s act reminds of his performances in films like KICK (2014) but it works well and raised laughs. Faisal Malik (P K Yadav; cop) is impressive while Geeta Agarwal Sharma lends able support. Varun Dhawan as Bhediya is too good.

Thamma movie music and other technical aspects: Sachin-Jigar's music is peppy but again, falls short when compared to the previous films of the universe. 'Tum Mere Na Huye' appears in the end credits is stunning. 'Rahein Na Rahein Hum' is haunting while 'Dilbar Ki Aankhon Ka' and 'Poison Baby' are foot-tapping. Sachin-Jigar's background score is electrifying and enhances the tension and romantic intensity throughout.

Saurabh Goswami's cinematography is captivating. DNEG's VFX is top-notch, particularly in the creature sequences and mystical visuals. Grant Hulley and Parvez Shaikh's action is slick and energetic. Subrata Chakraborty and Amit Ray's production design and Sheetal Iqbal Sharma's costumes are appealing. Hemanti Sarkar's editing is slick but it also drags in the second half.

Thamma Movie Review Conclusion: On the whole, THAMMA is a well-packaged entertainer that reinforces why the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe continues to be a franchise worth tracking. At the box office, the winning combination of its genre appeal, brand value, and the extended Diwali weekend is bound to translate into strong collections.



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Star Cast: Mason Thames, Madeleine McGraw, Ethan Hawke

Director: Scott Derrickson

Black Phone 2 Movie Review Synopsis: BLACK PHONE 2 is the story of a family grappling with past trauma. The year is 1982. It's been four years since Finney Blake (Mason Thames) killed the Grabber (Ethan Hawke). Finney has now become the polar opposite and beats people on any given opportunity. His sister Gwen (Madeleine McGraw) starts getting dreams of her mother, Hope Adler (Anna Lore). Gwen sees her at a youth camp at Lake Alpine, Colorado. A chance conversation with her father reveals that Hope indeed was at the said camp in 1957. Gwen sees dead children and her mother also happens to mention about them in her dreams. Gwen convinces Finney to go to the camp to find answers. Finney reluctantly agrees and they are joined by Ernesto (Miguel Mora), who has developed a romantic interest in Gwen. At the camp, mysterious things start happening with Gwen and Finney. Gwen's dreams become even more terrifying. Meanwhile, Finney begins to get calls from the dead payphone, reminding him of his time in the Grabber's basement when he was kidnapped. That's not all. Grabber also returns though Finney had already eliminated him. What happens next forms the rest of the film.

Black Phone 2 Movie Story Review: Scott Derrickson and C Robert Cargill's story is organic though it takes a while to realize the same. Scott Derrickson and C Robert Cargill's screenplay is very gripping. The dialogues are normal.

Scott Derrickson's direction is quite good. The setting is eerie and it adds to the fear quotient. This time, viewers get to know more about the mother, the Grabber and it is all put together very well. A few scenes are very imaginative, especially when Gwen is dreaming. The finale is justified.

On the flipside, despite the best of efforts from the makers, the goings-on become a bit confusing. A few questions are left unanswered. Moreover, the first half is slow and it takes a while to get to the point. It won't be surprising if the viewers start assuming that BLACK PHONE 2 is a forced sequel. Thankfully, things get clearer by mid-point. Lastly, the buzz in India is very limited.

Black Phone 2 Movie Review Performances: Mason Thames plays the lead part with panache. This time, his character is facing different set of traumas and he portrays it convincingly. Madeleine McGraw has the maximum screen time. She has a very challenging role and is quite good. Miguel Mora is lovely in a supporting role. The same goes for Demián Bichir (Armando). Ethan Hawke oozes fear yet again. Jeremy Davies (Terrence; Finney and Gwen's father) is okay. Arianna Rivas (Mustang) gets to play a very cool part but her character is underutilized. Graham Abbey (Kenneth) and Maev Beaty (Barbara) have meatier parts and raise laughs. Anna Lore is fair.

Black Phone 2 movie music and other technical aspects: Atticus Derrickson's music is not needlessly loud and leaves a mark. Pär M Ekberg's cinematography is splendid and he ensures the film doesn't look like a clone of THE SHINING [1980]. Amy Andrews' costumes and Patti Podesta's production design are satisfactory. Action this time is very gory. VFX is first-rate. Louise Ford's editing could have been slicker.

Black Phone 2 Movie Review Conclusion: On the whole, BLACK PHONE 2 succeeds in delivering eerie visuals, strong performances and genuine scares. However, its limited franchise recognition and low buzz may restrict its box office potential in India.



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Star Cast: Huma Qureshi, Shreyas Talpade, Sunny Singh

Director: Nachiket Samant

Single Salma Movie Review Synopsis: SINGLE SALMA is the story of an independent woman. 33-year-old Salma Rizvi (Huma Qureshi) works in the municipal department of Lucknow and lives with her father (Kanwaljit Singh), mother and brother Subhan (Sachin Kavetham). The family is dependent on Salma completely. She’s the only working person in the family and she also helped her elder sisters get married. Their ancestral house is mortgaged and Salma is trying her best to pay back all the dues to the corrupt real estate giant, Rastogi (Sharad Raj Singh). The pressure to get married compels Salma to go for arranged marriage meetups, but she fails to find even a remotely decent match. Finally, she comes across Sikandar Khan (Shreyas Talpade), a semi-literate man who runs an apparel shop. Salma is impressed by his humility and struggles and agrees to marry him. This is when she is asked to go to London for two months as part of the Lucknow Smart City project. Her family is against the idea, but Sikandar encourages her to take the plunge. In London, Salma works equally hard and also finds the much-needed independence. She also meets Meet Singh (Sunny Singh) and before she realizes, she is attracted to him. What happens next forms the rest of the film.

Single Salma Movie Story Review: Amina Khan and Ravi Kumar's story is very promising. But Amina Khan and Ravi Kumar's screenplay is bland and gives a déjà vu of certain films. Mudassar Aziz's dialogues add to the fun, but such one-liners are also few and far between.

Nachiket Samant's direction fails to entice. To give credit where it's due, the message is easy to understand and comes across in a simple and concise manner. Secondly, a few scenes stand out like Salma and Sikandar's first meet, Salma's day at the beach, Sikandar bashing up Babban (Shiv Kanungo), Salma's clarification, etc.

On the flipside, the film moves at a slow pace. In the absence of sufficient humour and drama, the narrative becomes too dry. The overall track of Salma enjoying in a non-judgmental environment reminds one of QUEEN [2014] while Sikandar’s speech seems inspired by Akshay Kumar’s broken English lecture sequence in PAD MAN [2018]. A few developments are silly. Salma’s picture goes viral and even her family is aware of it. But Salma doesn’t get a whiff of it at all and she learns about it only once she’s home from the trip. The makers tried to give a hatke conclusion to the story. However, the finale fails to have the desired impact.

Single Salma – Title Track | Huma Qureshi, Shreyas Talpade, Sunny Singh | Sohail S, Shahid, Nachiket

Single Salma Movie Review Performances: Huma Qureshi tries a bit too hard to be serious in the initial scenes, but gets better later on. She proves her worth in the dialogue-heavy scenes, especially. Shreyas Talpade is impressive from the first scene itself. Sunny Singh’s accent appears a bit awkward initially. Yet, he passes muster, thanks to his overall performance. Kanwaljit Singh is dependable as always, while Sachin Kavetham leaves a huge mark. Nidhi Singh (Ratna), Aasif Khan (Rajiv), Lauren Gottlieb (Zoya) and Navni Parihar (Nirmala Shrivastav) are highly memorable. Sharon Drain (Taranjeet's partner), Sunny Gill (Taranjeet; Meet's grandfather), Devasheesh (Trumpet Raja), Shiv Kanungo and Sharad Raj Singh manage to make their presence felt. Akanksha Pandey (Shabana; Salma's sister) and Digvijay Pratap Singh (Nitesh) don’t get much scope.

Single Salma movie music and other technical aspects: None of the songs – the title track, 'Saiyaan Re Aaja Saiyaan', 'Drive Me Krazy', 'Sun Rahe Ho Na' and 'Bepaarwah' – are memorable. The background score is well-woven into the narrative.

Andrew Boulter's cinematography captures the locales of Lucknow and London with finesse. Tariq Umar Khan's production design is realistic. Veera Kapur Ee's costumes are authentic and the change in Salma's wardrobe is depicted convincingly. Ashish Tripathi and Abhishek Anand's editing should have been fast-paced.

Single Salma Movie Review Conclusion: On the whole, SINGLE SALMA makes an important comment but falls flat due to the slow-moving narrative and an unimpressive climax. At the box office, it has got a token release of sorts and will largely go unnoticed.



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Star Cast: Harshvardhan Rane, Sonam Bajwa

Director: Milap Milan Zaveri

Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat Movie Review Synopsis: EK DEEWANE KI DEEWANIYAT is the story of a crazy lover. Vikramaditya Bhosle (Harshvardhan Rane), a powerful politician from the Jan Shakti Party, is used to getting everything he desires. But when he meets renowned actress Adaa Randhawa (Sonam Bajwa), his life takes a dangerous turn. During an Army visit, sparks fly; however, when Adaa rejects his proposal, the rejection devastates him. Refusing to accept a “no,” Vikramaditya spirals into obsession, setting the stage for a love story drenched in madness, ego, and destruction. What happens next forms the rest of the film.

Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat Movie Story Review: Mushtaq Shiekh and Milap Milan Zaveri's story is raw, unapologetic, and melodramatic. Mushtaq Shiekh and Milap Milan Zaveri's screenplay is brisk, filled with heated confrontations and emotional highs, ensuring the momentum never dips. But the writing could have been better in certain places. Milap Milan Zaveri's dialogues are fiery, dramatic, and packed with the kind of punch lines mass audiences love to whistle at.

Milap Milan Zaveri's direction is massy. He balances commercial entertainment with an emotionally charged narrative, ensuring the love story remains the film’s beating heart. The tone is passionate, loud, and cinematic to the core. Since the plot hasn’t been given out in the trailer, the viewers are in for a surprise as they don't know where the story will turn. The intermission point is a shocker and sets the ground for a captivating second half.

On the flipside, the actions of the character might seem problematic to a section of the audience. The makers have taken care of it in the film but it might be seen as too little, too late. The second half drags and moreover, the change of heart in the pre-climax is unconvincing. Lastly, the tone of the film is loud and though the masses will lap it up, the elite multiplex audience will find it dated.

Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat – Trailer | Harshvardhan Rane and Sonam Bajwa | Milap Zaveri | Anshul Garg | In Cinemas 21st October

Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat Movie Review Performances: Harshvardhan Rane perfectly portrays the transformation from lover to obsessive maniac, blending intensity with vulnerability. His eyes and body language say more than words. Sonam Bajwa shines in a layered role. She brings grace, strength, and emotional depth to Adaa. With this performance, she proves that she will have a long and fruitful career in Bollywood. Shaad Randhawa (Sawant) is dependable as always. Sachin Khedekar (Ganpatrao) lends able support. Ananth Narayan Mahadevan (Adaa's father), Shailesh Korde (Govind Gokhale) and Rajesh Khera (Raheja) do well but are forgotten after a point.

Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat movie music and other technical aspects: Music is one of the USP. 'Deewaniyat' stands out. 'Khoobsurat' stands out due to the picturization and placement. 'Bol Kaffara Kya Hoga', 'Dil Dil Dil', 'Mera Hua' and 'Hum Bas Tere Hain' strike a chord emotionally and add soul to the madness. John Stewart Eduri's background score amplifies the tension with pounding beats and emotional undertones.

Nigam Bomzan's cinematography enhances the grandeur. Tajamul Shaikh and Anshita Manot's production design is rich while Avani Pratap Gumber and Rajat Manchanda's costumes are stylish. Ajay Thakur Pathania's action is minimal. Maahir Zaveri's editing is breezy but a bit dragging in the second half.

Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat Movie Review Conclusion: On the whole, EK DEEWANE KI DEEWANIYAT is unapologetically massy and fiercely passionate, backed by solid performances and thumping music. The extended weekend, controlled budget and high entertainment quotient, especially for the B and C centres, will ensure that Milap Milan Zaveri's love saga turns into a profitable venture at the box office.



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Star Cast: Ayushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandanna, Paresh Rawal, Nawazuddin Siddiqui

Director: Aditya Sarpotdar

Thamma Movie Review Synopsis: THAMMA is a bloody love story. Alok Goyal (Ayushmann Khurrana), a TV reporter living with his parents (Paresh Rawal and Geeta Agarwal), goes trekking in the hills with friends. An unexpected bear attack leads him to Tadaka (Rashmika Mandanna), a mysterious woman who saves and heals him. Attraction blossoms, but Alok is soon captured by a strange tribe led by Yakshasan (Nawazuddin Siddiqui). Tadaka defies her clan to save him, sparking a chain of events that threaten her world and his. What happens next forms the rest of the film.

Thamma Movie Story Review: Niren Bhatt, Suresh Mathew and Arun Fulara's story is drawn from Indian folklore and is refreshing. Niren Bhatt, Suresh Mathew and Arun Fulara's screenplay flows smoothly, maintaining tension and curiosity throughout. But the writing also suffers in some places. Niren Bhatt, Suresh Mathew and Arun Fulara's dialogues are witty, sharp and the ones mouthed by Nawazuddin are too funny.

Aditya Sarpotdar's direction once again hits the bullseye after MUNJYA (2024). His command over genre-mixing, blending supernatural tension with genuine emotion and humour, is commendable. Moreover, he keeps the narrative very simple and ensures that it has mainstream appeal. A few scenes stand out like Tadaka’s entry, Tadaka having dinner with Alok’s parents, Tadaka saving Alok from the goons etc. The intermission point is dramatic while the climax is gripping. A fight that takes place in the pre-climax is visually stunning.

Oh the flipside, the character intro is too quick. The makers don’t invest time in Alok’s work life. In fact, there was no requirement to show Alok is a reporter; it served no purpose. Moreover, Alok was supposed to be a loser but this aspect doesn’t come across well. Sure, he’s goofy but he also seemed dashing. The pace dips in the second half. Lastly, though the climax fight has its moments, it is underwhelming when compared to the endings of the previous films of the universe.

Thamma Official Trailer | Ayushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandanna, Paresh Rawal, Nawazuddin Siddiqui | In Cinemas This Diwali – 21st Oct

Thamma Movie Review Performances: Ayushmann Khurrana is in exceptional form. His performance moves seamlessly from vulnerability to comic timing to intensity. He anchors the film brilliantly. Rashmika Mandanna proves her worth. She owns every frame with her charm, fierceness, and mystique. Paresh Rawal is dependable. His comic timing and fatherly warmth provide the perfect emotional balance. Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s act reminds of his performances in films like KICK (2014) but it works well and raised laughs. Faisal Malik (P K Yadav; cop) is impressive while Geeta Agarwal Sharma lends able support. Varun Dhawan as Bhediya is too good.

Thamma movie music and other technical aspects: Sachin-Jigar's music is peppy but again, falls short when compared to the previous films of the universe. 'Tum Mere Na Huye' appears in the end credits is stunning. 'Rahein Na Rahein Hum' is haunting while 'Dilbar Ki Aankhon Ka' and 'Poison Baby' are foot-tapping. Sachin-Jigar's background score is electrifying and enhances the tension and romantic intensity throughout.

Saurabh Goswami's cinematography is captivating. DNEG's VFX is top-notch, particularly in the creature sequences and mystical visuals. Grant Hulley and Parvez Shaikh's action is slick and energetic. Subrata Chakraborty and Amit Ray's production design and Sheetal Iqbal Sharma's costumes are appealing. Hemanti Sarkar's editing is slick but it also drags in the second half.

Thamma Movie Review Conclusion: On the whole, THAMMA is a well-packaged entertainer that reinforces why the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe continues to be a franchise worth tracking. At the box office, the winning combination of its genre appeal, brand value, and the extended Diwali weekend is bound to translate into strong collections.



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Star Cast: Aziz Ansari, Seth Rogen, Keanu Reeves

Director: Aziz Ansari

Good Fortune Movie Review Synopsis: GOOD FORTUNE is the story of a struggling gig worker and an angel. Arj (Aziz Ansari) is a documentary editor who is doing multiple jobs to make ends meet. He works part-time in a retail hardware store called Hardware Heaven, where he meets Elena (Keke Palmer). Sparks fly between the two. He goes to the mansion of Jeff (Seth Rogen); impressed by the former's work, the latter employs him as his assistant. All is going well until Jeff fires Arj for a flimsy reason. The same night, his car gets towed. Arj is devastated as he had no place to stay and used to sleep in his vehicle. Unknown to Arj, he is being watched by Gabriel (Keanu Reeves), an angel. Gabriel breaks the rule and appears in front of Arj, hoping to make him feel better. But it leads to disastrous consequences for Arj, Gabriel and even Jeff. What happens next forms the rest of the film.

Good Fortune Movie Story Review: Aziz Ansari's story is impressive. Aziz Ansari's screenplay is fine but has several rough edges. The dialogues are functional. As it happens with films released by PVR Inox Pictures, there are no subtitles and hence, some dialogues might not be easy to comprehend.

Aziz Ansari's direction is okay. To give credit where it's due, he keeps the duration in check (97 minutes) and packs in a lot. The film genuinely has some funny moments. The casting is impressive and Aziz has extracted a fine performance from himself and from the other actors. The message is also quite impactful and the film ensures that viewers will realize the tough life of gig workers.

On the flipside, with such a plot and star cast, the makers could have delivered a laugh riot, but they fail to do so. The change of heart of the principal character in the end is very convenient. It is also strange that the hospital is barely shown, though it plays a crucial role in the narrative. In fact, this and a few other scenes give a low-budget feel, as if the makers were trying to cut costs. Lastly, its prospects in India are fairly dim.

Good Fortune Movie Review Performances: Aziz Ansari is satisfactory as an actor and gets his act right. Seth Rogen, as always, is dependable. Keanu Reeves is the best part of the film and enhances the impact in several scenes. He’s very adorable, more so in the latter part of the film. Keke Palmer lends able support while Sandra Oh (Martha; angel) is fine.

Good Fortune movie music and other technical aspects: Carter Burwell's music is effective. Adam Newport-Berra's cinematography is neat. April Napier's costumes and Kay Lee's production design are realistic. Daniel Haworth's editing is slick.

Good Fortune Movie Review Conclusion: On the whole, GOOD FORTUNE rests on a novel idea and Keanu Reeves’ adorable performance. However, the film suffers due to its faulty writing. At the box office, it’ll face a very tough time due to limited awareness and the onslaught of Diwali releases from Tuesday. Moreover, this clean, family-friendly film has needlessly been given an ‘A’ certificate, which would further limit its prospects.



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Star Cast: Arshad Warsi, Jitendra Kumar

Director: Akshay Shere

Bhagwat Chapter One: Raakshas Movie Review Synopsis: BHAGWAT CHAPTER ONE: RAAKSHAS is the story of a cop trying to catch a serial killer. The year is 2009. Vishwas Bhagwat (Arshad Warsi) is transferred to Robertsganj, Uttar Pradesh due to his anger issues. As soon as he joins duty, he begins investigating the case of Poonam Mishra. It is alleged that she has run away with a guy from another community, leading to communal tensions. Bhagwat realizes that the investigation has been shoddy. He goes all out and promises Poonam’s father (Dadhi Pandey) that he'll find his daughter in 15 days. The phone records indicate that she was talking to a woman named Kaushalya. Kaushalya's phone records further show that she was on a call with another woman for a long time. This is when Bhagwat stumbles upon a shocking truth - just like Poonam, all these women are missing! Meanwhile, a parallel track shows Samir (Jitendra Kumar) wooing a girl named Meera (Ayesha Kaduskar) in Banaras. What happens next forms the rest of the film.

Bhagwat Chapter One: Raakshas Movie Story Review: Bhavini Bheda's story is inspired by true events and worthy of a cinematic adaptation. Bhavini Bheda's screenplay is gripping but also has several loose ends. Sumit Saxena's dialogues are normal.

Akshay Shere's direction is fine. The film never gets boring and for a long time, the two tracks of Bhagwat and Samir don't even meet. Yet, it doesn't lead to any issue. The director has extracted fine performances from the actors and also kept the realism intact.

On the flipside, the film's biggest issue is that it is very similar to DAHAAD. This web series has been widely consumed by the same target audience as this film. Of course, the approach here is a bit different. Yet, the story is the same and this dilutes the impact. What is new here is the courtroom drama, a space that DAHAAD didn't explore. But it ends on an abrupt note. There are some more issues as well. The angle of Samir's wives doesn't work as intended. Also, the makers misled the audience by mentioning the incorrect year of the Banaras track.

Bhagwat Chapter One: Raakshas Movie Review Performances: Both Arshad Warsi and Jitendra Kumar are known for positive and light-hearted roles and in this film, they go against the tide. Arshad is quite good and underplays his part neatly. Jitendra Kumar gets to play a negative character, probably a first for him, and he comes out with flying colours. Ayesha Kaduskar, who recently left a mark in BADA NAAM KARENGE, delivers yet another spectacular performance. Tara Alisha Berry (Sumitra) does fine but is let down by the writing. Coral Bhamra (Kavita Shastri; photographer) makes her presence felt and has an arresting screen presence. Devas Dixit (Mahto; cop) lends able support.

Bhagwat Chapter One: Raakshas movie music and other technical aspects: Both the songs, 'Kaccha Kaccha Aam' and 'Gawahi De', don't impress. Mangesh Dhakde's background score is far better.

Amogh Deshpande's cinematography is satisfactory. Pradyumna Kumar Swain's action is without any gore. Priyanka Mundada's costumes and Nikhil Kovale's production design are realistic yet look great on screen. Hemal Kothari's editing is functional.

Bhagwat Chapter One: Raakshas Movie Review Conclusion: On the whole, despite strong and intense performances by Arshad Warsi and Jitendra Kumar, BHAGWAT CHAPTER ONE: RAAKSHAS suffers from an uneven screenplay, abrupt ending, and most importantly, a striking similarity to DAHAAD.



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Star Cast: Arjun Mathur, Rasika Dugal, Zoha Rahman, Paresh Pahuja

Director: Anshuman Jha 

Lord Curzon Ki Haveli Movie Review Synopsis: LORD CURZON KI HAVELI is the story of four South Asians who meet for dinner. London-based Dr Basukinath (Paresh Pahuja) aka Basuki is an Indian-born man who has secured British citizenship. He is married to Ira (Rasika Dugal). Both go to a remote mansion on the outskirts of the city to meet Ira's friend Sanya (Zoha Rahman). They reach the manor and are welcomed by Sanya and her happy-go-lucky boyfriend Rohit (Arjun Mathur). Basuki feels out of place at this meeting and his controlling behaviour towards Ira spoils the mood of the get-together. Things go awry when Basuki enquires about a giant trunk lying in the dining hall and Rohit jokes that it contains a dead body. What happens next forms the rest of the film. 

Lord Curzon Ki Haveli Movie Story Review: Bikas Ranjan Mishra's story is bizarre. Bikas Ranjan Mishra's screenplay has its share of engaging and dramatic moments, but also leaves viewers scratching their heads. Bikas Ranjan Mishra's dialogues are sharp.

Anshuman Jha's direction is okay. To give credit where it's due, he manages to build the eerie setting. Technically, the film is satisfactory and he makes good use of this aspect. He also touches upon immigration, patriarchy etc. and these elements add to the narrative.

However, the film is absurdist in nature and that immediately restricts its audience. Also, the bewildering moments are not convincing despite the genre of the film. There have been movies in this space that were far more compelling than this one. Also, those films have been consumed already by the target audience and hence, it remains to be seen whether they’ll be interested in checking out LORD CURZON KI HAVELI. The negligible buzz is another minus point. 

Lord Curzon Ki Haveli – Official Trailer | Rasika Dugal | Arjun Mathur | Paresh Pahuja | Tanmay Dhanania | Anshuman Jha | Oct10

Lord Curzon Ki Haveli Movie Review Performances: Rasika Dugal is the best performer in the film, hands down. Others also do well, but she takes it to another level thanks to her performance and also her character. Arjun Mathur has never played a character of this sort before and he also puts up an impressive act. Paresh Pahuja is acceptable as an upright, no-nonsense man. Even he enters a new territory and comes out with flying colours. Zoha Rahman delivers a confident performance. Tanmay Dhanania (Pizza Delivery Guy) lends able support. Garrick Hagon (Henry Curzon) is okay. 

Lord Curzon Ki Haveli movie music and other technical aspects: Simon Fransquet's background score has a Beethoven touch. It is minimal yet effective. Ramanuj Dutta and Jean Marc Selva's cinematography is fixed with little movement for a better impact. Mandira Shukla's costumes are apt for the characters. Tiya Tejpal's production design is realistic. Aasif Pathan and Manas Mittal's editing is fine. 

Lord Curzon Ki Haveli Movie Review Conclusion: On the whole, LORD CURZON KI HAVELI rests on a brilliant performance by Rasika Dugal and a few amusing and dramatic moments. However, the niche appeal, negligible buzz and the dull pre-Diwali period will greatly impact its prospects at the ticket window.



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Star Cast: Dwayne Johnson, Emily Blunt

Director: Benny Safdie 

The Smashing Machine Movie Review Synopsis: THE SMASHING MACHINE is the story of an athlete. The year is 1997. Mixed-martial arts and UFC champion, Mark Kerr (Dwayne Johnson) wins a championship in São Paulo, Brazil, catapulting him to stardom. He is living-in with Dawn Staples (Emily Blunt) in Phoenix, Arizona. The fate of UFC in the USA hangs in the balance due to criticism from politicians and reluctance from cable operators to air the matches. This is when Mark accepts the offer to fight at the Pride Fighting Championships in Japan. It turns out to be a great platform, but also comes with its share of challenges. Meanwhile, Mark struggles with substance abuse and also gets into frequent fights with Dawn. What happens next forms the rest of the film. 

The Smashing Machine Movie Story Review: THE SMASHING MACHINE is based on the 2002 documentary THE SMASHING MACHINE: THE LIFE AND TIMES OF EXTREME FIGHTER MARK KERR. Benny Safdie's story is intriguing. Benny Safdie's screenplay is unconventional. Though it's gripping, it won't suit the tastes of a section of the moviegoers. The dialogues are realistic. As it happens with films released by PVR Inox Pictures, there are no subtitles and hence, some dialogues might not be easy to comprehend.

Benny Safdie's direction goes against the norms. The film intentionally gives you a feeling of watching a documentary. In many scenes, especially where Mark is training or where Mark is interacting with Dawn, one feels like a fly on the wall, witnessing real-life footage from a person's life. Even the camera moves accordingly. A few scenes stand out like Dawn getting teary-eyed while trying to click a picture of Mark and others, Mark's breakdown in the hospital, Mark reliving his coach of pain etc.

On the flipside, the documentary style of filmmaking makes THE SMASHING MACHINE a niche affair. A few scenes seem unintentionally funny, especially the fights between Mark and Dawn. The biggest problem with the film is its climax. It is abrupt and is not a fitting finale. Agreed that there’s nothing conventional in this film, but the ending proves to be an incomplete and hence, an underwhelming affair. 

The Smashing Machine Movie Review Performances: Dwayne Johnson is a big reason why this film is watchable. Known for mass-appealing roles, the actor is seen here in a never-before-seen avatar and delivers a ‘smashing’ (pun intended) performance. There’s buzz that he might be nominated for the Oscars and it’ll be fully justified. Emily Blunt, as expected, plays a difficult role with ease. She brings the various aspects of her character alive perfectly. Ryan Bader (Mark Coleman) has an important role and does great. Oleksandr Usyk (Igor Vovchanchyn) leaves a mark, especially in the scene where he defeats Mark and thereafter. 

The Smashing Machine movie music and other technical aspects: Nala Sinephro's music is minimal. Maceo Bishop's cinematography is as real as it gets. James Chinlund's production design is straight out of life. Heidi Bivens' costumes are authentic and glamorous in the case of Emily. Benny Safdie's editing is decent. 

The Smashing Machine Movie Review Conclusion: On the whole, THE SMASHING MACHINE presents Dwayne Johnson like never before. However, its documentary-style treatment, niche appeal, and limited buzz are likely to restrict its box office potential.



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Star Cast: Jared Leto, Greta Lee

Director: Joachim Rønning 

Tron: Ares Movie Review Synopsis: TRON: ARES is the story of a highly sophisticated Program creating havoc in the real world. Eve Kim (Greta Lee) is the current CEO of Encom who manages to locate the 'Permanence Code' created by Kevin Flynn (Jeff Bridges). She hopes to use the code for humanitarian purposes, more so after the death of her sister due to cancer. Meanwhile, Encom's competitor Julian Dillinger (Evan Peters) of Dillinger Systems has created Ares (Jared Leto), a super-intelligent program. Julian hopes to make a killing by selling the technology behind Ares. However, he has hidden from the investors that Ares can leave the Grid and be in the real world for only 29 minutes. Before the world can know about it, Julian looks for the 'Permanence Code'; it would solve this issue once and for all. He finds out that Eve has located the code and is carrying it with her in a drive. Ares is asked to go behind her and get the drive at any cost. What happens next forms the rest of the film. 

Tron: Ares Movie Story Review: David DiGilio and Jesse Wigutow's story touches upon the dangers of AI and hence, it is relevant. Jesse Wigutow's screenplay has issues, but overall, it is imaginative and gripping. The dialogues are normal.

Joachim Rønning's direction is decent. On the positive side, he has given the film a very stylish treatment. The duration is kept in check (119 minutes) and there's no dull moment. The bike chase sets the mood, while the chase that takes place in the Grid is also memorable. Fans of the series will be excited as the makers have given a nice ode to the previous two parts, more so to TRON [1982].

On the other hand, the film starts on a shaky note. Too much information is thrown at the viewers, and it takes time to process it all and understand the conflict. Since it deals with science and gaming, not all will be able to properly decipher. The ending is underwhelming and lastly, the series doesn't have a following in India. Unlike FINAL DESTINATION, this is not a film one can enjoy without watching the earlier films in the series. There's a definite connection and this cuts down its target audience. 

Tron: Ares Movie Review Performances: Jared Leto gets his act right. He’s apt for the part and underplays the character neatly, which was a big requirement. Greta Lee has a crucial role and delivers a fine performance, though she gets overshadowed by Jared. Evan Peters is decent, while Jodie Turner-Smith (Athena) leaves a tremendous mark, more so in the second half. Gillian Anderson (Elisabeth Dillinger) makes her presence felt. Hasan Minhaj (Ajay Singh) and Arturo Castro (Seth Flores) are decent and Selene Yun (Tess Kim) doesn’t have much to do. Jeff Bridges is lovely in the cameo. 

Tron: Ares movie music and other technical aspects: Nine Inch Nails' music is one of the USPs. It elevates impact big time. Jeff Cronenweth's cinematography is breathtaking. The action is another highlight. The VFX and Darren Gilford's production design are top-class. Christine Bieselin Clark and Alix Friedberg's costumes are appropriate. Tyler Nelson's editing is too quick in the beginning, but overall, its fair. 

Tron: Ares Movie Review Conclusion: On the whole, TRON: ARES delivers some exhilarating moments elevated by its pulsating music and stunning VFX. However, inconsistent writing and a lacklustre finale prevent it from reaching its full potential. With the franchise’s limited fan base in India, its box office impact is likely to remain modest despite its visual brilliance.



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Star Cast: Rishab Shetty, Rukmini Vasanth, Gulshan Devaiah

Director: Rishab Shetty

Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1 Movie Review Synopsis: KANTARA: A LEGEND – CHAPTER 1 is the story of devotion and greed. The story is set more than a thousand years before the events of KANTARA [2002]. Berme (Rishab Shetty) lives in a jungle among villagers who worship the daiva. The kingdom of Bangra is located nearby and it is ruled by Rajashekhar (Jayaram). As a child, he had witnessed his father being killed when he tried to usurp the land of the jungle residents and also the power of the daiva. Hence, he had a strict policy that his army shouldn't venture into the forest and harass its residents. But when his son Kulshekhar (Gulshan Devaiah) turns king, he makes several changes in the policy. He goes for a hunt in the forest. His army senses the presence of a divine being and they run away. Berme is angry with the king for his actions. He infiltrates the kingdom and causes chaos. This is when he comes across Kanakavathi (Rukmini Vasanth), the sister of Kulshekhar. Kanakavathi and Berme develop a soft spot for each other. What happens next forms the rest of the film.

Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1 Movie Story Review: Rishab Shetty's story (co-written by Anirudh Mahesh, Shanil Gowtham) is detailed and very different from the rest of the Pan-India films. Rishab Shetty's screenplay (co-written by Anirudh Mahesh, Shanil Gowtham) is very captivating and the religious element is nicely infused into the narrative. Rishab Shetty's dialogues are sharp and well-worded. However, the size of subtitles in the Kannada dialogues is tiny and makes it tedious to read. Also, the makers should have provided subtitles in Hindi as well as English. Moreover, the background score and songs overpower the dialogues in some scenes.

Rishab Shetty's direction is superb. This time, the scale is much larger than the first part. Often, filmmakers fail to do justice to the script as the grandeur takes precedence. Rishab proves to be an exception. The focus is clearly on the story while he cleverly uses the budget to enhance his storytelling. He also adds interesting, humorous scenes to entice the audience; the chariot scene in the first half is striking. But he reserves the best for the second half. The twist comes as a bolt from the blue and it’ll be next to impossible for anyone to guess how the pre-climax would unfold. As for the climax, it is a masterstroke. Rishab had set a benchmark with the finale of KANTARA. Believe it or not, he elevates the impact this time in the climax by many notches. It is sure to create a frenzy in cinemas.

On the flipside, the trailer doesn’t do justice to the greatness of the film and it resulted in low buzz. The first half is just fine and should have been trimmed for a better impact. The songs don’t work. Lastly, though the makers try their best in simplifying the proceedings, the film still gets a bit  confusing in some scenes.

Kantara: A Legend Chapter – 1 | Official Hindi Trailer | Rishab Shetty | Ajaneesh | Hombale Films

Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1 Movie Review Performances: Rishab Shetty delivers an electrifying performance. When he appears on screen, one can’t notice anything else; such is his presence. Yet again, he plays a challenging role with ease. Rukmini Vasanth looks lovely and performance-wise, she springs a surprise. Gulshan Devaiah is superb in the role of a royal who is evil yet a buffoon. He gets that aspect right perfectly. Jayaram, as always, leaves a tremendous mark. Prakash Thuminad (Chenna) raises a lot of laughs. Pramod Shetty and others do well.

Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1 movie music and other technical aspects: B Ajaneesh Loknath's music is well incorporated in the film and is in sync with the film’s theme. But it is not of the chartbuster variety. 'Brahmakalasha' and 'Rebel' are the two songs that stand out. B Ajaneesh Loknath's background score is much better.

Arvind S Kashyap's cinematography is spectacular. Banglan's production design is quite praiseworthy. It is appropriate for the era depicted and at the same time, the sets don’t look like a clone of other period movies. Pragathi Shetty's costumes are rustic and royal, as per the requirement. Arjun Raj, Todor Lazarov (Juji), Ram-Laxman, Mahesh mathew, Mithun Singh Rajput's action adds to the impact. Suresh's editing could have been slicker, especially in the first half.

Kantara: A Legend – Chapter 1 Movie Review Conclusion: On the whole, KANTARA: A LEGEND – CHAPTER 1 is not just a prequel; it’s an experience that deepens the world Rishab Shetty created while taking it to far greater cinematic heights. With a story that blends devotion, power, and destiny, the film grips you with its spine-chilling pre-climax and thunderous climax, leaving behind an unforgettable impact. At the box office, it has the potential to pick up through strong word of mouth and emerge as one of the biggest hits of the year.



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Star Cast: Varun Dhawan, Janhvi Kapoor, Rohit Saraf, Sanya Malhotra

Director: Shahshank Khaitan

Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari Movie Review Synopsis: SUNNY SANSKARI KI TULSI KUMARI is the story of madness at a wedding. Sunny (Varun Dhawan) is in love with Ananya (Sanya Malhotra) and decides to propose to her. She rejects his proposal, citing that they were in a situationship and hence, theirs was not a serious love affair. Also, she reveals that her marriage is fixed with Vikram Singh (Rohit Saraf) of Singh Industries. Sunny is heartbroken and stalks Vikram with the help of his friend Abhinav Sharma (Bantu). This is when they stumble upon the fact that Vikram broke up with Tulsi (Janhvi Kapoor). Sunny meets Tulsi and hatches a plan. They decide to show up at Vikram and Ananya’s wedding, to be held in Udaipur, and try to make them jealous, hoping that they would call off their marriage. What happens next forms the rest of the film.

Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari Movie Story Review: Shahshank Khaitan's story is fine and doesn’t have many plot points. Shahshank Khaitan's screenplay is fairly entertaining. He has peppered the film not just with fun moments but also with some serious and emotional sequences that keep the interest going. But at the same time, the writing leaves a lot to be desired. Shahshank Khaitan and Ishita Moitra's dialogues are one of the USPs, enhancing the laughter quotient.

Shahshank Khaitan's direction is light-hearted and mainstream. Despite the theme, he has ensured that the film looks as massy as possible. Moreover, the jokes thankfully land as intended and would be appreciated by the audience. The manner in which Sunny develops feelings for Tulsi and the manner in which Ananya and Vikram are confused about what they want makes for a superb watch. The finale is a bit unexpected and works well.

On the flipside, the makers showed too much of the story in the trailer. As a result, one anticipates what will happen next, at least in the first half. Secondly, the film stagnates in the beginning of the second half; the plot just doesn’t move ahead. Shashank and his team lost a golden opportunity with the jungle safari scene. One expects loads of entertainment at this point. Alas, the scene has no meat. The family angle and the track of Param (Akshay Oberoi) and Rakhi (Manini Chadda) seems forced and doesn’t smoothly flow into the narrative the way it did in a similar Dharma film in this space, namely ROCKY AUR RANI KII PREM KAHAANI [2023].

Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari – Official Trailer | Varun Dhawan, Janhvi Kapoor, Sanya Malhotra, Rohit Saraf

Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari Movie Review Performances: Varun Dhawan gets back into the MAIN TERA HERO [2014] and DULHANIA space and thoroughly entertains. He dominates several scenes in the first half. Janhvi Kapoor looks ravishing and gets her act right. She is especially fine in the emotional scenes. Rohit Saraf looks dashing and as expected, delivers a sincere performance. Sanya Malhotra looks like a million bucks and makes her presence felt with panache. Maniesh Paul (Kuku) is too funny, while Abhinav Sharma lends able support. Akshay Oberoi is decent, but is let down by the writing. Manini Chadda, Nazneen Madan (Ananya's mother), Kavita Pais (Sunny's mother), Rohitashv Gour (Sunny's father), Dharna Durga (Dharna; Tulsi's friend in school) and others do well. Prajakta Koli (Dimple) is lovely in a cameo.

Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari movie music and other technical aspects: Songs are peppy. 'Ishq Manzoor' is foot tapping and 'Bijuria' is better. But the impact of the latter is limited as it comes after the former and is, more or less, in the same space. 'Panwadi' is the best of the lot. 'Tumse Behtar' and 'Tu Hai Meri' are fair while 'Perfect' appears in the end credits. John Stewart Eduri's background score has a massy feel.

Manishnandan's cinematography is cinematic. Manish Malhotra, Kunal Rawal, Varsha Chandanani and Shilpa Makhija's costumes are very glamorous, while Kshamta Gutav and Swapnil Suraikar's production design is top-class. Manann Sagar and Charu Shree Roy's editing is slick.

Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari Movie Review Conclusion: On the whole, SUNNY SANSKARI KI TULSI KUMARI is a fun-filled entertainer aimed at the youth and families. The film has every chance to draw crowds, even as it battles the mighty KANTARA: A LEGEND – CHAPTER 1. Word of mouth and the extended festive weekend will be key in determining how brightly this film shines at the box office.



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