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Gyaarah Gyaarah (2024)
Exhilarating and gripping show
It is very difficult to stop once you start this series. Every episode keeps you wanting more. I waited for the evening when I could get home after the office and watch the next episode. It was sad when we reached the last episode, which further teased season 2, and now I can't wait for the next season. Gripping script and direction!
There is a good mix of suspense, twists, creativity, and mysticism in the storyline. The acting is flawless. Actually, no! It is heart-piercing. Every actor stands out. But obviously, the three characters that rocked the show were Kritika Kamra, Raghav Juyal, and Dhairya Karwa. Mind-blowing acting!
I must mention watching Raghav in Kill as a villain and now in this as a Hero was a pleasant surprise. Impressed with his natural acting talent.
Bastar: The Naxal Story (2024)
What an eye opener and hard hitting movie
This movie was an opener for me. I had no idea of the gravity of the conflict that has been going on for the last 100 years. All through the movie I was searching the facts and history of the movement. Even in the age of AI, there are places in our country that are still following such a primitive ideology.
The movie is very well-made and hard-hitting. They managed to add suspense, adventure, thrill, action, drama... and all the ingredients to make an entertaining movie. Such a subject had a high chance of becoming a documentary but the makers made it like a movie.
The acting is really good by all the Actors. However, Adah Sharma stands out with her versatility.
Swatantrya Veer Savarkar (2024)
A 3 Dimensional Masterpiece
First I must thank Randeep for dedicating himself to making us (Indians) aware of our history. There is so much we don't know due to the manipulative behavior of our politics.
Second, the movie is made in a very engaging way. It kept me on the edge of the seat till the last scene.
Third, the acting by everyone was completely natural. It is inspirational to the lengths Randeep goes to get into the role of the character. His looks, body transformation, and acting, all were impressive.
All in all, the movie is a Masterpiece and a must-watch for every Indian. I felt good to finally witness the sacrifices of such an Indian.
Invasion (2021)
High-quality human emotions and script
This is "not" for those looking for senseless, loud action with ugly face aliens. This series is a pleasant surprise that slowly builds up and focuses on human emotions instead.
I quite liked:
- The families that emerge around the world.
- The multicultural talent from Japan, the UK, the US, France... a true example of global collaboration.
- The interwinding of human stories that are somehow connected.
I also like the messages the series conveys:
- Somehow we all are connected.
- Our minds have immense possibilities.
- Our true nature comes out in a crisis.
If you want some high-quality global masterpiece, this is it!
Three of Us (2022)
The Beauty of Simplicity & Slowing Down
After running all her life in Mumbai, in the end, her roots call upon her. Before she forgets everything, she wants to relive her childhood.
A simple, slow-paced movie that keeps you engaged with the story & emotions. It allows the viewer to slow down and enjoy the way the emotions unfold.
The scenery of Konkan is very nicely captured. The life of the small village comes alive.
Loved the messages:
- Simplicity is very powerful and allows us to experience life closely.
- People in the small village seemed happier and contended with life.
- Relationships no matter how old can always be kindled.
Animal (2023)
Conflicting Reviews but it's not bad
Since the reviews were so conflicting and to an extent extreme of nature, I was not sure what to expect. My expectations were very low.
It turned out not to be a bad watch, the movie managed to put all elements of action, emotions, life, relationships, and love. With a unique focus on the complicated relationship between a father and son. To top it, the direction and a giving was too notch. Bobby Deol seemed wasted but his limited role has taken him to fame, happy for him.
It was nice to witness:
- The love a son has for his father.
- The message for all fathers to take care of their duties towards the family.
- Business is important but not more important than family.
12th Fail (2023)
Inspirational movie to pursue your goals
I was deeply inspired by this movie of a person who struggled to become an IPS officer.
Why did it touch me?
- He persevered amongst all the odds.
- His family struggled with him.
- His friends struggled with him.
- He strived to work and study both.
- He never gave up. In fact, if he failed in the last attempt to qualify then he would become a teacher. His goal was not to be IPS but bring change to the country.
What was different?
- He came from a poor family in Chambal.
- He lost all his Dadi's lifetime savings on his way to the coaching centre.
- He had to work as a cleaner to survive in the city.
- He worked for 15 hours and studied for 6 hours. Left with only 3 hours to sleep.
- He never let go of originality and honesty.
Mumbai Diaries (2021)
Season 1 gripped me but Season 2 blew me away
This is a series you can't stop watching once you start. I don't know where to start.
Season 1 was a roller coaster ride of terrorists, human lives, priorities, dilemmas... it just went on and on. Decisions we need to make at every juncture become very difficult when it comes to human lives. How the Doctors manage the situations in the absence of resources is mind-blowing.
Season 2 is a roller coaster ride of emotions, multiple stories, multiple challenges... and to top it all the rains which multiplies the complexities of all of this. One story leads to another, emotion after emotion you connect with the human lives.
The execution, script, and acting was brilliant. Hats off the the Team!
The Equalizer 3 (2023)
Great scenery and keeps engaged
I had watched the other 2 parts before and they were quite nice. This sequel is a little slow but it does keep one engaged.
What did I like?
The ACTING was fabulous.
The SCENERY was really nice, in Italy (I think in Amalfi). It was nostalgic as I just came back from there.
The PLOT was simply but real as the mafia problem is quite well known.
And the DENZEL is great.
It is a good watch and if you liked the first 2 parts, you will like this one too. It is relatively a little slow compared to the other 2 parts, but still engaging. The character does not feel like an end and can continue to have more sequels. I wouldn't mind watching another part.
Aseq (2022)
Slowly builds up, unexpectedly gripping
This was an accidental find but gripped me completely. It was a good suspense and difficult to guess till they open the suspense.
The script was was written and the actors did a good job. It was a simple but a good movie and the story thought not new but was difficult to guess.
The acting and dubbing could be a little better but considering the star cast was new, they did a good good.
It is difficult to find good thriller and horror hindi movies these days. This was a good find and a must watch for thrill and horror seekers. It would be worth the chill and the suspense that build slowly and ends well.
Asur: Welcome to Your Dark Side (2020)
Balanced mix of Suspense & Spirituality
Most dramas force fit the spiritual element into the drama to rationalize or justify. In the first season there was a huge element of suspense and spirituality was used to rationalize, similar to other stuff. But I liked it for the suspense and the spirituality just added to it.
The second element the spiritual element was amplified and I was blown away by the little Tibetan Child Monk, who brought to life the wisdom of the good side. I didn't know what to expect from season 2 but it got 10 stars on 2 big areas.
1. Same level of SUSPENSE that keeps you on the edge of your seat.
2. The SPIRITUAL elements which amplifies good and bad. Great child artist who played the monk.
It is a must watch and for me this is the top series from India, ever.
Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (2023)
Worth the money & time
Obviously the movie is nostalgic for most of us as we grew up watching them. I have great memories as a child and the movie doesn't disappoint!
I think most of the low ratings are rigged or paid up as it delivers on every front.
- The adventure is great
- The emotions are good
- The locations are amazing
- The suspense
- The photography...
All is good! Yes, it does get a little science fictional in the end and hence I cut 2 stars. But apart from that it is worth every penny.
I watched in the a cinema with vibrating seats. So the chases and thrill multiplied. Must watch for action and history, superb mix.
Jubilee (2023)
Everything is near Perfect!
Such masterpieces come once in a decade!
It is quite an effort for me to write reviews because I of the lack of time and also emotion. You see, I run a business and can't invest time in something that I feel strongly about. This is one series that hit me hard and got my attention till the very end. Wow!
It had all the right ingredients to make it near Perfect:
- Amazing acting, such a well thought out cast and amazing performances
- Impressive photography, whether it is transporting us to the 1940s or the present world, it did a great job
- Inspiring direction, hats off to the director whose vision infused life into it
- Engaging storyline, it completely kept me and my wife hooked till the vey last
Congratulations to the whole Team that made this possible. This is real Talent!
Kuttey (2023)
Felt like a KUTTA for making the decision to watch it
So many good reviews got me carried away! On checking the reviews again, it is clear all of them are FAKE. Similar language was used in all the high-rated reviews.
Only the low-rating reviews are real! This movie deserves negative ratings but there is no such option.
The talented actors are wasted completely:
- Poor story
- Poor comedy
- Poor direction
No idea what was the director and script writer thinking. It seems the movie was directed over a glass of old monk and moong ki daal (chakna). Just like the opening scene of Tabu.
There is simply no heads or tails. People are just killing each other for no reason. Abusing for no reason.
What a waste of time.
Qala (2022)
Unique creation, admirable!
Everything about the movie was very unique:
- The locations
- The music
- The actors
- The feel
- The ambiance
- The costumes...
And the list goes on! The movie felt like watching a painting unravel itself from one scene to another with a beautiful transitions. It felt like a slow movie but kept me glued on the seat and didn't let me even miss a single scene.
But apart from the ART, I also found the message MEANINGFUL.
- Whether it the ambition of a MOTHER to find Talent in a childd
- Or a CHILD trying to live up to a Mother's expectations
- Or a singing prodigy who got the recognition that he deserved for his TALENT
- And the price we pay for adopting wrong means to achieve SUCCESS
Can't find a flaw, everything was well made (I cut 1 star as the suspense could be a little more thrilling). But Kudos to the whole Team for turning out a Masterpiece.
Jogi (2022)
Few movies come in a lifetime that hit you deep inside. This is one such hard hitting movie!
Few movies come in a lifetime that hit you deep inside. This is one such movie that hit me deeply, tears rolled down my eyes in the climax.
The whole movie kept me gripped and sitting on the edge of my seat as to what would happen next. I was really small, a little child when this happened and I am sure the atrocities on the Sikh must have been 1000s times more than what the movie could show. Even the story of one locality hit me so hard, I can't even imagine what the families must have gone through in the whole city.
While some corrupt Politicians tried to make selfish gains at the cost of innocent lives, others risked their lives to save them. In the same country, you have the killer and savior. While I feel angry about the killers but I feel proud of the saviors.
Such a well-made movie and had natural performances by all the great actors. Touched me!
Laal Singh Chaddha (2022)
Being a simple loving human is more rewarding than acquiring material possessions
It is the story of a man who had limited IQ but followed people he trusted completely. Which made him a good student, a good army man, a good athlete, a good businessman, a good friend and a good human being. Even though, everyone he loved eventually passed away, he did his duty to the best of his abilities.
Message: it is more important to be a good human being compared to achieving material success in life. He lived a contended life, which was simple and focused on 1 thing at a time.
My inspirations
1. Rupa (Karishma) had a goal to make a lot of money, which landed him into the company of underworld people. He could not get the money but instead lost her character, dignity and also not a good ending. One should always live a life with right principles and values.
2. Laal (Aamir) was a low IQ person but it helped him live a straight life without much complications. He had a challenging but simple, happy life! One should try to simplify life by spending time with good people and staying away from complicated people.
3. Laal even helped those he hated him. This turned them and they became friends and helped them in this success. Any enemy, rival or competition can become a friend. Protect yourself but there is enough for all of us to grow.
4. Laal followed his heart more than his brain and had a better life than all the people he met who had more brains than him. Following our inner voice always takes us into the right direction. Just follow your instinct, it knows more than your intelligence.
Tumbbad (2018)
What a Scary Masterpiece
I am a fan of stories and myth, when you add an element of horror into it, it becomes a Masterpiece. May not be for everyone but for me this is amazing.
- DIRECTION: was really done well. Everything took me into the world of TUMBBAD, even though I watched it on TV, it was still amazing.
- ACTING: was stellar, there is nothing I can comment. They were are natural and in the character. Especially, the child did a great job.
- LOCATIONS: just wow. Perfect with the story and the concept.
- SCRIPT: thrill, mystery, suspense... it has everything needed.
Can't really think of anything it missed. Everything was well planned and executed. Well done to the whole Team.
Kumari (2022)
Gripping and well Directed
This movie reminded me of TUMBBAD, though that was more scary and also loved it more. I quite liked this too and maybe not for everyone but I love stories and especially ones that have an element of myth and thrill. This movie ticked all the boxes.
- It was well DIRECTED. The Director did a good job.
- It was great ACTING, the actors did an amazing job.
- I loved the PHOTOGRAPHY, the cameras took the perfect shots.
- The LOCATIONS and the story matched perfectly.
- The SCRIPT was well written. It kept me gripped on every scene
Even though I don't speak Malayalam (I was reading the subtitles), the movie kept me on the edge of my seat.
Jhund (2022)
Incredible Social Movie
Fortunate to watch the biography of a man who did the impossible of pulling out slum kids and starting soccer for them.
Amazing acting and inspiring message.
The Gone Game (2020)
Smartly done, kept us guessing
Loved the creativity of shooting the whole drama in the COVID lockdown. Kept us guessing till the end and could relate to the events.