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Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli soak in Krishna Das kirtan in Mumbai, videos go viral
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Daler Mehndi row: Singer Mika Singh's team responds after BJP minister's apology
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Felt like seeing death: AR Rahman on stage fright, how live shows terrified him
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Tiger Shroff's team debunks reports of his statement to police after Juhu firing
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Internet calls out Javed Akhtar for misidentifying Rashmika Mandanna as a Tamil actor
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Mahesh Babu's son Gautam gives Nani's The Paradise 1 star, calls editing atrocious
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Udta Teer box office Day 2: Ayushmann's film gets a weekend boost
Udta Teer box office Day 2: Ayushmann's film gets a weekend boost
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Jailer 2 box office Day 10: Rajinikanth's film nears Rs 700 crore mark globally
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Hukum Reloaded: Singapore Customs chief brings Thalaivar swag to office
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Daler Mehndi's son Gurdeep calls stage row unfortunate, says family is stressed
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Daler Mehndi row: Minister Subodh Uniyal stands firm, refuses to apologise
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Those talking about culture abused my family: Kriti on hypocrisy during Rakhi ad row
Satish Kaushik lookalike on India Ke Top 1 per cent leaves Anil Kapoor emotional
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Naseeruddin Shah backs Kolkata film institute students, accuses BJP of vendetta
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Rajinikanth watches Jailer 2 with grandson Linga, Anirudh after 40 years
Rajinikanth watches Jailer 2 with grandson Linga, Anirudh after 40 years
Ramayana advance sales soar past Rs 10 crore, Hindi version leads the charge
Ramayana advance sales soar past Rs 10 crore, Hindi version leads the charge
Filmdom's new pet obsession | Animals in films
Filmdom's new pet obsession | Animals in films
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Ramayana 2 may miss Diwali 2027 release as makers consider a delay
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Udta Teer box office Day 1: Ayushmann Khurrana's spy comedy opens on a slow note
Udta Teer box office Day 1: Ayushmann Khurrana's spy comedy opens on a slow note
Tiger Shroff's Football Sessions Cancelled
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Jailer 2 box office Day 9: Rajinikanth's film beats Border 2 and Hanuman Ansh
Gajab Raat movie review: Manoj Bajpayee lights up a night to remember
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Fauzi teaser: Prabhas is India's most-wanted rebel soldier; release date out
Fauzi teaser: Prabhas is India's most-wanted rebel soldier; release date out
'AI Scares Me': Kriti Sanon On Personality Rights And Need For Laws
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Star Cast: Manoj Bajpayee, Akshay Oberoi, Divya Dutta Director: Ritesh Shah Gajab Raat Movie Review Synopsis: GAJAB RAAT is the story of a wild night. Ajay Nirvit (Manoj Bajpayee) is a corrupt and womanizing cop who raids a hotel named Lovely near Connaught Place, Delhi, on the orders of SHO Praveen Rana (Rajiv Gupta). At the same time, a mysterious girl, who is badly injured, is being kidnapped by CBI officer Navin Madhok (Akshay Oberoi). The girl escapes from his car and lands on the road. Before Navin can retrieve her, a crowd gathers, forcing him to flee. The news spreads, and the cops learn about the incident. Ajay, who is nearby, is asked to take charge of the case. He reaches the spot, and so does Neha Prabhu (Shraddha Das), who works for a prominent NGO named VVW (Vigilant Voice for Welfare). She insists on being a part of the investigation as she fears that the cops might botch up the case. Ajay immediately takes the injured girl to the hospital, where her treatment begins. Navin also reaches the hospital in a state of panic. His seniors have ordered him to eliminate the girl. He lies to Ajay, saying that he has been instructed to take over the case, but Ajay doesn't believe him. Ajay informs Praveen about the development. The latter tells him that since the CBI is involved and its officers are acting suspiciously, it means they are in deep trouble. Praveen further reasons that the CBI officers might offer Ajay a hefty sum to let them kill the girl. Sure enough, Ajay is offered Rs. 5 crores to finish her off. Meanwhile, Karan Gill (Saqib Saleem) of the NIA also reaches the hospital. What happens next forms the rest of the film. Gajab Raat Movie Story Review: Ritesh Shah and Neeraj Pandey's story shows promise initially but then falters. Ritesh Shah and Neeraj Pandey's screenplay is gripping. However, in the second half, the writing gets very unconvincing. Ritesh Shah and Neeraj Pandey's dialogues are realistic yet dramatic and sharp. Ritesh Shah's direction is average. To give credit where it's due, despite having so many characters in the film, he ensures that the narrative never gets confusing or complicated. He gradually unfolds the story, revealing the identities of the characters and their interest in the girl in question. The character of Ajay Nirvit, of course, stands out, and the way he plays mind games and evades the offer is amusing. The mystery surrounding the girl's identity and the eventual revelation keep the viewers intrigued. On the flipside, things go downhill in the second half when viewers learn who the girl is and why some powerful people want her dead. Some very influential figures are involved, and in the real world, it wouldn't have been difficult for them to eliminate her. But in GAJAB RAAT, we see a lone cop taking on all the baddies single-handedly. It's also bewildering why Ajay, who's corrupt to the core, suddenly decides to do the right thing. The makers attempt to justify his change of heart through his dialogue about maintaining a balance between the good and the bad. However, this reasoning is difficult to digest. The climax is rather convenient and further takes away from the film's realism. Gajab Raat | Official Trailer | Manoj Bajpayee | Divya Dutta | Nushrratt Bharuccha Gajab Raat Movie Review Performances: Manoj Bajpayee rises above the script and delivers a fantastic and also very entertaining performance. Akshay Oberoi keeps his performance restrained yet impactful. Divya Dutta (Suneeta Chaudhary) has limited screen time but makes up for it with her performance and arresting screen presence. Nishrratt Bharuccha (Rosie) is lovely in a cameo. Shraddha Das leaves a mark. Saqib Saleem is okay and sadly, doesnt have much to do. The purpose of his characters interest in the case is not properly explained either. Rajiv Gupta is memorable and also raises laughs. Kiku Sharda (Lovely) is dependable. Aditi Sandhya Sharma (Arya Sahni) has a crucial role and does well. Shreya Rukmini (Meera; nurse) and Sunit Tandon (Sabharwal; Naveen's boss) make their presence felt. Sachin Kathuria (Sushil Kumar; journalist) is wasted. Gajab Raat movie music and other technical aspects: There are no songs in the film. Sanjoy Chowdhury's background score adds to the tension. Arvind Singh's cinematography is immersive. Abbas Ali Moghul's action is realistic. Falguni Thakore's costumes are straight out of life, while Rakesh Choudhary's production design is classy. Praveen Kathikuloth's editing is sharp. Gajab Raat Movie Review Conclusion: On the whole, GAJAB RAAT is a decent thriller that starts on a promising note but falters in the second half due to unconvincing developments and a convenient climax. Despite its shortcomings, the film is likely to find an audience on Netflix, thanks to its impressive ensemble cast and the appeal of the thriller genre.
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Mika Singh says CM Dhami apologised on behalf of BJP MLA in Daler Mehndi row
Mika Singh says CM Dhami apologised on behalf of BJP MLA in Daler Mehndi row
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Tiger Shroff Car Firing, Bishnoi Gang Footprint & Return of 90s Fear
Actor Anjali Arora sent Rs 1.20 crore notice, organisers seek FIR after Kanpur event
Actor Anjali Arora sent Rs 1.20 crore notice, organisers seek FIR after Kanpur event
Film body calls for strict set security after Tiger Shroff firing incident
Film body calls for strict set security after Tiger Shroff firing incident
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CM Dhami speaks to Daler Mehndi amid 'drunk' row, urges dialogue to end rift
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Ranbir Kapoor's Ramayana advance bookings cross 1 lakh tickets, earn over Rs 8 crore
Sunny Deol's Suryaa controversy and IMA objection: Why has it upset doctors?
Sunny Deol's Suryaa controversy and IMA objection: Why has it upset doctors?
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Mika speaks to CM Dhami, requests to get BJP MLA to issue video apology in Daler row
Mika speaks to CM Dhami, requests to get BJP MLA to issue video apology in Daler row
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Udta Teer X review: Ayushmann-Sara's twisted patriotic comedy wins over fans
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Star Cast: Ayushmann Khurrana, Sara Ali Khan Director: Akash A Kaushik Udta Teer Movie Review Synopsis: UDTA TEER is the story of a spy who loses his memory. Vikrant Thapar (Ayushmann Khurrana) works for the Counter Terrorism Squad (CTS) and is one of its best agents. His marriage to Yamini (Sara Ali Khan) is on the rocks. Unknown to everyone, Vikrant is actually a Pakistani spy who has successfully infiltrated the higher ranks of the CTS without anyone getting a whiff of his true identity. Vikrant's real name is Bilal Ahmed and he reports to Pakistani Lt General A Q Niyazi (Ram Kapoor). Pakistani General Mohammed Ali Mir (Gulshan Grover) is due for retirement and he needs to choose between Niyazi and A A Faiz (Harish Chhabra) as his successor. Niyazi needs to impress Mir so that he can secure the most powerful position in Pakistan. He persuades Bilal, aka Vikrant, to give him information about the Indians who are working in Pakistan as spies. While carrying out this assignment, Vikrant meets with an accident and loses his memory. When he wakes up, his team members and Yamini inform him that he's a CTS agent and a true Indian patriot. Vikrant assumes it to be true and goes all out against cross-border terrorism. This upsets Niyazi and the entire Pakistani establishment as their anti-India operation gets jeopardized thanks to Vikrant. What happens next forms the rest of the film. Udta Teer Movie Story Review: Akash A Kaushik's story is very amusing but loses steam in the third act. Akash A Kaushik, Gautam Govind Sharma, Dia Walia and Madhur Sharma's screenplay emerges victorious, especially in the humorous scenes. In the second half, it could have been a bit simpler. Akash A Kaushik's dialogues add to the laughs and madness. Akash A Kaushik's direction is fair, especially for a debutant director. His biggest strength is how he handles humour and, in this regard, he goes all out. The scenes of M D Burman (Rahul Bose) and Azhar Maqsood (late Mukul Dev) are the best parts of the film and would lead to a lot of laughs. Then there are certain scenes where the jokes have a geopolitical touch and that would also be lapped up by those who have an interest in current affairs. Thirdly, the humour is also derived from the smart use of old Hindi songs. One such humorous scene that works well is the way the song Julie I Love You has been used in the film. On the flipside, the film takes a serious turn post-interval, and that's where it begins to falter. The narrative becomes increasingly complex, with too many twists and double-crosses. After a point, it becomes difficult to keep track of whose side Bilal, aka Vikrant, is actually on. The track of Vikrant and Yamini fails to work as intended. Moreover, while the humour would be lapped up by the youth, it may not appeal to family audiences and senior citizens. Some of Rahul Bose's scenes, in particular, might come across as repulsive and insensitive to certain viewers. Udta Teer Movie Review Performances: Ayushmann Khurrana, as always, delivers a fine performance and manages to look convincing as a spy gone rogue due to memory issues. Sara Ali Khan looks lovely and performs as required. However, she's let down by the writing. Rahul Bose delivers the funniest performance of his career and is a surprise. The late Mukul Dev, too, delivers one of the best performances of his career. Ram Kapoor and Gulshan Grover are dependable as always. Suhail Nayyar (Dhruv Kumar Singh) has a crucial role and is entertaining. The same goes for Smita Tambe (I S Holkar; Vikrant's boss) and Sandeep Anand (Shambhu; Vikrant's househelp). Supriya Pilgaonkar (Yamini's mother) and Brijendra Kala (K K Srivastav) lend able support while Kavya Kumar (Sharif) is funny. Udta Teer movie music and other technical aspects: Sachin-Jigar's music is okay. The title track is catchy. 'Choozay' and 'Bhootni Ka' are well picturized but are not memorable. 'Chann' and 'Jai Hind' are forced into the narrative. Ketan Sodha's background score is quirky, just like the film. Harshvir Oberai's cinematography is satisfactory. Sea Young Oh, Mohammed Aejaz Gulab Shaikh and Mohd Amin Khatib's action adds to the entertainment quotient. Abhilasha Sharma's costumes are stylish yet realistic. Mayur Sharma's production design is satisfactory. Shivkumar V Panicker and Prerna Saigal's editing could have been sharper. Udta Teer Movie Review Conclusion: On the whole, UDTA TEER is an amusing spy comedy that works thanks to its quirky premise, hilarious moments and entertaining performances, especially by Rahul Bose and the late Mukul Dev. At the box office, it releases with minimal hype and would need a strong word of mouth to leave a mark at the box office.
Star Cast: Sparsh Walia, Kunal Vaid, Sargun Kaur Luthra, Alisha Chopra, Sakshi Vaidya, Tushar Chhibber Director: Anuj Saini Pehla Pyaar Doosri Baar Movie Review Synopsis: PEHLA PYAAR DOOSRI BAAR is the story of three friends. Gautam Govind Sharma (Sparsh Walia), Vedant Rawat (Kunal Vaid) and Shivi Pradhan (Sargun Kaur Luthra) share a flat in Delhi-NCR. They studied in the same school and now work in the same company, Cyber Nexus. All three are single and unhappy with their jobs. A reunion of their school batch is planned in Mussoorie, and they are invited. Initially, they decline the invitation but change their minds when they learn that their respective school crushes will also be attending. Gautam has a crush on Gehna Gundecha (Alisha Chopra), Vedant has the hots for Simran Sandhu (Sakshi Vaidya), while Shivi is besotted with Karan Shergill (Tushar Chhibber). Hence, they decide to attend the reunion. However, things don't go as planned. What happens next forms the rest of the film. Pehla Pyaar Doosri Baar Movie Story Review: Luv Ranjan's story is not novel but has its share of lovely moments. Luv Ranjan, Jehan Handa and Anuj Saini's screenplay is breezy and peppered with some hilarious moments. However, the writing falters at several places. Luv Ranjan, Jehan Handa and Anuj Saini's dialogues are one of the USPs of the film. Anuj Saini's direction is simplistic but effective. He ensures that the characters, their backgrounds and their reasons for attending the reunion are properly established. The characters of their respective love interests are also well etched out. All three romantic tracks are distinct and have their share of interesting moments. The film takes an unexpected turn in the second half, when several developments unfold. Since these twists haven't been revealed in the trailers, they come as a surprise and add to the fun. On the flipside, a few sequences are illogical and even problematic. Vedant insults Simran, and one expects him to apologise for using certain harsh words. However, no such apology is forthcoming, and Simran forgives him rather easily. Certain developments also occur too suddenly. Gehna's over-possessiveness is not convincingly established. As a result, some viewers might wonder why Gautam is put off by her behaviour, especially since he attends the reunion with the intention of wooing her. A scene involving two men kissing seems forced and appears to have been included merely for shock value. Though it might evoke laughter, it also comes across as unnecessary. Lastly, the limited buzz surrounding the film is another major drawback. Pehla Pyaar Doosri Baar Movie Review Performances: All six newcomers Sparsh Walia, Kunal Vaid, Sargun Kaur Luthra, Alisha Chopra, Sakshi Vaidya and Tushar Chhibber perform ably as per the requirements of their respective roles. They tend to go overboard in a few scenes, but overall, their performances are likeable. They are also presented stylishly and in an appealing manner. The actors playing the younger versions of Gautam and Vedant, however, end up hamming. Gobind Singh Mehta (Vikesh) is okay. Rishabh Dev Singh (KB) and Ishika Jaiwani (Kanupriya; Miss Jammu) lend able support. Lastly, Rajkummar Rao is too good in a special appearance. Pehla Pyaar Doosri Baar movie music and other technical aspects: Rochak Kohli's music is impressive, especially when experienced in the context of the film. 'Zulmi' is catchy, particularly its theme. 'Kamaal' comes next, and its choreography is appealing. 'Purane Din', 'Jaane Kis Mod Pe' and 'Pyaar Manga Hai Tumhi Se' are functional. Hitesh Sonik's background score is in sync with the film's mood. Interestingly, each of the three love stories has a distinct musical theme. Vidushi Tiwari's cinematography is decent, and the lensing ensures that the film never resembles a tourism video despite its picturesque setting. Amit Ray and Subrata Chakraborty's production design is appealing. Natasha Vohra Saini's costumes are stylish and attractive. Manann Sagar's editing is breezy. Pehla Pyaar Doosri Baar Movie Review Conclusion: On the whole, PEHLA PYAAR DOOSRI BAAR is a breezy romantic entertainer that benefits from its youthful appeal, amusing dialogues, likeable performances and unexpected developments in the second half. Sadly, the film suffers from negligible awareness due to limited promotions and, as a result, may go unnoticed. Interestingly, the film is in the same zone as PYAAR KA PUNCHNAMA, and had it been released as PYAAR KA PUNCHNAMA 3, it would have stood a much better chance of succeeding at the ticket window.
Star Cast: Sonakshi Sinha, Zaheer Iqbal Director: Karan Rawal Tu Hai Meri Kiran Movie Review Synopsis: TU HAI MERI KIRAN is the story of a stalker. Kiran Mittal (Sonakshi Sinha) lives in a hilly region with her husband Riyaan Malhotra (Ankit Gupta). Kiran's first book was a bestseller, but she's struggling to write her next. She suspects that Riyaan is cheating on her. Her relationship with her father, Mahesh Mittal (Purnendu Bhattacharya), is also strained. Amidst all this, she bumps into Samar (Zaheer Iqbal). Samar falls for her and wants to be in a relationship with her. However, Kiran is uninterested, and his creepy behaviour puts her off. Unfortunately, she is unable to reject his advances as he has a dangerous advantage over her, one that can make or break her life. What happens next forms the rest of the film. Tu Hai Meri Kiran Movie Story Review: Karan Rawal's story is unexpected and full of twists. Karan Rawal's screenplay keeps one hooked, especially in the first half, thanks to its unconventional narrative. However, the writing loses steam in the second half. Karan Rawal's dialogues are ordinary. Karan Rawal's direction is decent. The film's biggest strength is its unusual storyline. One expects it to be a conventional story about a stalker and his victim. However, in the first 15 minutes itself, the film introduces an angle that is sure to take viewers by surprise. Once this plot point comes into play, the film keeps viewers captivated. In fact, the developments are so novel that one is unable to predict what will happen next. On the flipside, the film goes downhill in the second half due to certain developments that become increasingly difficult to digest. Moreover, the narrative is quite complicated, and one needs to be extremely attentive to follow the proceedings. Those who prefer simplistic films might find the goings-on too heavy. Another major shortcoming is that the film never explains the reason behind the mysterious powers of the feature phone. Lastly, the limited buzz and the release period go against the film's prospects. Tu Hai Meri Kiran Movie Review Performances: Sonakshi Sinha is aptly cast and delivers a convincing performance. She is presented in a manner that makes Samar's intense obsession with her seem believable. Zaheer Iqbal slips effortlessly into the character of a stalker while also convincingly portraying his seemingly innocent side. Ankit Gupta is fair. Purnendu Bhattacharya does well, but his track is weak. The reason behind Kiran's strained relationship with her father seems superficial. Zarina Wahab (Seema; Samar's mother) and Sherlin Seth (Sakshi) lend able support. Tu Hai Meri Kiran movie music and other technical aspects: There's only one song, 'Na Roko', and it gives a dj vu of 'Doobey' from GEHRAIYAAN [2022]. Advait Nemlekar and Shalom Benjamin's background score adds to the drama. Utkarsh Marulkar's cinematography is appropriate. Sunil Nigvekar's production design is classy, while Neelangi Johari's costumes are stylish. Vikram Dahiya's action is realistic. Atanu Mukherjee's editing is sharp, especially in the transitions between the two timelines. Tu Hai Meri Kiran Movie Review Conclusion: On the whole, TU HAI MERI KIRAN stands out due to its unconventional premise, unexpected twists and engaging first half. However, the complicated narrative, unconvincing developments in the second half and certain unanswered questions dilute the impact. At the box office, it releases in a very crowded, that too in the dull pre-Diwali period. Hence, it may struggle to find takers.
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