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Meiyazhagan review: Karthi, Arvind Swamy lead a must-see soul-stirring tale about life’s simple truths

Bollywood

Meiyazhagan, directed by C Prem Kumar, is a poignant exploration of life’s simpler joys and the profound impact of our past.

Devara review: This Jr NTR movie is bold on action, thin on storytelling

Devara: Part 1 follows the struggles of Jr NTR's Devara, a man caught between tradition and reform.

Thalaivettiyaan Paalayam review: A Tamil adaptation of Panchayat with heart and humour

Thalaivettiyaan Paalayam, the Tamil remake of the popular Panchayat, follows the story of Sidharth (Abishek Kumar), a city-bred software engineer reluctantly taking up the role of Panchayat Secretary in a remote Tamil Nadu village.

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Yudhra movie review: Siddhant Chaturvedi and Raghav Juyal are the only saving grace in this predictable actioner

It’s a film about one man’s quest to survival while tracing the killers of his parents and tackling  the challenging ups and downs

The Buckingham Murders review: Kareena Kapoor Khan’s hard hitting performance shines in Hansal Mehta’s edgy thriller

Kareena Kapoor Khan has to solve the case of a missing boy while she has lost her son in a shootout

ARM movie review: A thrilling folklore fantasy with Tovino Thomas in top form

Malayalam

Ajayante Randam Moshanam (ARM) is a folklore fantasy set in feudal Kerala, centred around a magical lamp crafted from a fallen comet.

Call Me Bae review: Be ready to get swayed away by Ananya Panday's 'bae-misaal’ performance

Born to a rich family and in a world where social media reigns supreme, Ananya Panday builds up her ‘followers’ from scratch

The Greatest of All Time review: Venkat Prabhu’s big swing with Thalapathy Vijay fizzles

In The Greatest of All Time, Thalapathy Vijay takes on the role of Gandhi, an elite spy whose carefully concealed past begins to unravel, threatening both his personal and professional life.

Saripodhaa Sanivaaram review: Nani, SJ Suryah can't save this dull plot

In Saripodhaa Sanivaaram, Surya, a man with a short temper, takes on Daya (SJ Suryah), a corrupt and violent cop in a classic trope of good versus evil.

IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack Review: Vijay Verma, Arvind Swami and Naseeruddin Shah deliver a compelling hijack drama

IC 814: The Kandahar Hijack- This Vijay Varma, Arvind Swami, Naseeruddin Shah, Pankaj Kapoor serves as a refresher course in history

Follow Kar Lo Yaar Review- Uorfi Javed’s invitation to inner circle of her life that’s no less than real life Bigg Boss show!

Uorfi Javed’s Follow Kar Lo Yaar shows the ‘common man’ struggles and persona behind the social media sensation

Kottukkaali Review: Anna Ben, Soori are extraordinary in this cinematic intersection of feminism and faith

Tamil

Kottukkaali, directed by PS Vinothraj, is a profound exploration of rural life that intertwines themes of feminism, faith, and personal struggle.

Angry Young Men Review - Salim Khan - Javed Akhtar’s iconic jodi presented with warmth and insightful anecdotes

The celluloid representation of Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar into Bollywood's spectacular screenplay writer jodi Salim-Javed was just waiting to be told!

Thangalaan Review: Vikram leads a must-see cinematic journey through history, myth, and power

Thangalaan, starring Chiyaan Vikram, is a visually stunning historical drama that delves into the complex relationship between colonization and resistance.

Vedaa Movie Review: John Abraham walks the ‘beat-ten’ path of Bollywood with Sharvari in tow!

John Abraham, in an attempt to ‘produce’ something different, lands up (s)mashing up everything one has seen before umpteen times!

Stree 2 Movie Review: Shraddha Kapoor dazzles in this ‘my-STREE-rious’ thriller along with Rajkummar Rao

After the massive success of Stree, the makers are back with yet another mysterious thriller in the from of its sequel titled Stree 2

Khel Khel Mein Movie Review: While Akshay Kumar 'plays' back to reclaim his crown as king of comedy, Fardeen Khan 'comes out' as the surprise package

For all those who were worried and wondering about Akskay Kumar's future, this film turns out to be his ‘playful’ answer!

Phir Aayi Hasseen Dillruba review: Sunny Kaushal joins Taapsee Pannu and Vikrant Massey as the trio continue to ‘author’ their twisted hide and seek love story

With the addition of Sunny Kaushal in the already complicated married life of Taapsee Pannu and Vikrant Massey, the story only becomes furthermore murkier!

Ulajh review- This Janhvi Kapoor starrer lives upto the title... leaves the audiences 'entangled' and confused!

This Janhvi Kapoor highlights the flip side of being a foreign diplomat

Auron Mein Kahaan Dum Tha review- This Ajay Devgn, Tabu starrer starts off as a romantic drama only to culminate into a whodunit thriller!

This Ajay Devgn, Tabu starrer is a testimony to the limit an individual can push himself for the sake of love and lover!

Kalki 2898 AD review: Prabhas, Kamal Haasan-starrer is a cinematic spectacle bridging past and future

The epic tale of Kalki 2898 AD intertwines mythological roots with a futuristic vision, setting the stage for an ultimate showdown.

Raayan review: Dhanush leads a largely entertaining tale of duty, sacrifice, and family

Raayan tells the struggles of an elder brother to feed and protect his younger siblings.

Bad Newz movie review: Vicky Kaushal shines in the film which centres around Triptii Dimri; Ammy Virk makes a 'good' Bollywood debut!

Triptii Dimri comes in a dilemma after she becomes the mother of Vicky Kaushal and Ammy Virk’s child

Pill Review: Riteish Deshmukh’s sincere efforts bear rich fruits in this ‘who-all-dunnit’ medical drama!

Pill mirrors the unearthing of an ‘invisible to the human eye’ kind of medical scam which eventually exposes the nexus between medical personnel and pharma companies.

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Salaar Movie Review: Prabhas' charisma elevates Prashanth Neel's violent and lengthy power-politics

Childhood friends Deva and Varadaraja Mannar are separated in war-torn land of Khansaar and years later, they become key players in a web of power politics.

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Shruti Haasan

Prashanth Neel

Salaar

Arunita Tiwari

Radhe Shyam movie review: Prabhas and Pooja Hegde's romantic saga is as predictable as they come

A palmist who can predict the future of any person of the world is bogged down by his own fate after he falls in love with a doctor.

Shrestha Choudhury

Major Movie Review: A heartfelt tribute to the courage and valour of Major Sandeep Unnikrishnan, the hero of 26/11

The plot revolves around the life of Major Sandeep Unnikrishnan and celebrates his journey as a son, lover, soldier, and ultimately an NSG (National Security Guard) commander who takes up the reins at the 26/11 Mumbai bomb blasts.

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Kamal Haasan

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RRR Movie Review: Ram Charan and Jr NTR's blockbuster combo is the ultimate show-stealer

is set against the backdrop of the pre-Independence movement and revolves around two courageous revolutionaries Rama Raju (Ram Charan) and Komaram Bheem (Jr NTR)'s quest to fight against the ruthless British colonialists. They strike a close friendship amidst their respective mission.