Movie Review: Heropanti 2 Despite lavish production value and fantastic stunts by Tiger Shroff, HEROPANTI 2 suffers from a poor storyline.



HEROPANTI


This is the story about the fight between a hacker & a magician. MJ (


Tiger Shroff


He is a kind and innocent boy who lives in Yorkshire with his mother, Amrita Singh. He is a bouncer in a bar. One day, Inaaya (


Tara Sutaria


He is a self-made multimillionaire in the gaming industry. He is also claimed to be Babloo Ranawat, according to her. MJ, however, makes it clear that he does not know her at all. It turns out that MJ is in fact Babloo. He is a notorious hacker, and 2 years ago, he had been recruited by Assad Khan (Zakir Hassain), a CBI officer. Khan offered him a handsome reward for helping them stop Laila’s plans.


Nawazuddin Siddiqui


(), who is in fact a cyber-criminal and magician. Laila has created an app that steals data and then usurps money from users’ bank accounts. Babloo enters Laila’s inner circle, seducing Inaya and then getting in the good books. Babloo is lured by Laila’s money, but soon realizes that the latter is trying destroy lives. He manages to stop Laila from his tracks. Today, news spreads that Babloo was hiding in Yorkshire. Laila sends his men after him. The rest of the film is about what happens next.
Sajid Naiduwala’s story (lead writer Jagdish Sharma), is average. Rajat Arora’s screenplay, which was also written by Sajid Naadiadwala, is however a major problem. The film’s back-and-forth narrative is poorly constructed and is filled with uninteresting and meaningless scenes. Fortunately, there are a few action scenes that make the film worth watching. Rajat Arora’s dialogues add a sense of humor. Ahmed Khan’s direction is good. He has done well in the past with large-scale films, but here he seems to be less confident. He has done a few good sequences, such as when MJ tells the audience that he is Rocky. It’s also very entertaining to watch the fight in Rocky’s place, as well as in the parking lot and five-star hotel. The intermission is a highlight. Some scenes in the second part are also quite massy. However, logic is often overlooked. Several developments are confusing and the film suffers from continuity problems. The mother-son song is not convincing. Although the finale is meant to be riveting, it fails to grab attention. As expected, Tiger Shroff rocks the show. He is a master of action and dance and ensures that audiences get what they pay for. He’s also a skilled actor who shines in some funny and touching scenes. Nawazuddin Syed Siddiqui’s over-the-top style is normal, but it works because it’s his character’s requirement. His few quips will be cherished by the majority.

Movie Review: Thar THAR is a surprise of the season and worth watching for its plot, direction, music score and the never before seen locales of Rajasthan.


THAR

This is the story about strange happenings in a faraway place. It is 1985. A gang attacked a house in Munabo, Rajasthan. The daughter was about to marry her father within a few days. The gang steals the wealth of the parents and kills the girl’s mother. A man named Suwa (Akkshay Gangaawat), is then tortured to death the next day. Inspector Surekha Singh (

Anil Kapoor

These cases are being solved by a forensic expert (Satish Kaushik). He is aided by Bhure (Satish Kanshik), who investigates and tries to determine if there is any connection between the killing episodes. Meanwhile, Siddharth (

Harsh Varrdhan Kaoor

Munabo is visited by a mysterious man. He is an antique dealer based in Delhi. For his work, he needs to train men and his search leads him to Panna (Jitendra Joshuai). Panna, however, is currently in Calcutta and has left Chetna (his wife) behind.

Fatima Sana Shaikh

) behind. Panna and Chetna develop an attraction. Surekha discovers through his investigation that the murders were connected to illegal opium trading and that Pakistani players are also involved. The rest of the film is about what happens next.
Raj Singh Chaudhary is a simple story. Raj Singh Chaudhary’s screenplay, which also features screenplays by Yogesh Dbuwalla (and Anthony Catino), is brilliant. The story is filled with intense and surprising moments. It’s a fascinating watch, and the way they relate to one another is also very interesting. The side tracks aren’t well developed. Anurag Kashyap’s dialogues were sharp. Raj Singh Chaudhary’s direction takes the film to new heights. First, he is a great director for choosing such beautiful locations. There have been hundreds of films that were shot in Rajasthan. The THAR film will surprise you as it was shot in unexplored locations. This makes it a great movie. THAR is treated by the director as if it were a film in world cinema. THAR is a tribute to Western and cowboy films. The barren landscapes, silence, and idea of someone coming to a strange place are all a nod to Western cinema. In 108 minutes, he packs quite a punch. Although it is predictable, viewers will be stunned by the scene in which they discover who the killer is. A few twists and turns in the second half keep viewers on edge of their seats. The finale is thrilling. The flip side is Hanif Khan (Rahul Sing) and the whole opium trade. It is not well integrated into the main narrative. The internal struggles of Surekha should also have been better represented. Lastly, a few questions remain unanswered.


Thar’s World – Anil Kapoor and Harshvarrdhan Kapoor. Fatima SanaSheikh



Anil Kapoor is a great performer. He is able to get into the character’s skin and gives a great performance. Harsh Varrdhan Kapooor rarely uses dialogues and communicates well through his eyes.

Movie Review Attack – Part I ATTACK PART 1 works due to the novel concept, action, VFX and John’s performance.



ATTACK-PART 1


This is the story about the first super soldier in history. Arjun Shergill, an army officer, was killed in Afghanistan in 2010.


John Abraham


() and his team infiltrate a terrorist camp to capture Rahman Gul, a fearsome terrorist. Hamid Gul, his teenage son, is found with the suicide bomb. Arjun manages to defuse the bomb and saves Hamid. Arjun and Ayesha meet in the present.


Jacqueline Fernandez


(an airhostess). They fall in love and start a relationship. Arjun meets Ayesha at the airport and they fall in love. Terrorists launch a surprise attack at this point. Arjun and Ayesha are both killed in the chaos. Arjun is able to regain consciousness after he was paralysed below his neck. He becomes depressed. He learns that Hamid Gul, now a grown-up, is carrying out terror attacks on India. Subramaniam (Prakash Jha), an officer of the Government of India in high rank, suggests that a super-soldier program be started due to rising threats. A chip will be surgically implanted into a soldier under this program. This will make him virtually invincible, and allow him to become a one-man army. The Prime Minister approves of the idea. Saba Qureshi (


Rakulpreet Singh


This program was created by, who insists that only paralyzed soldiers can be selected. Subramaniam approaches Arjun and he immediately agrees to the experiment, even though he knows it could fail. The operation succeeds and Arjun can now walk and move his legs like before. Gradually, he begins to understand his strengths and how he can use them. He’s given a dangerous mission even before he is fully prepared. Hamid Gul and his gang invade the Parliament of India. They capture the Prime Minister, along with a hundred other hostages, including Saba. The rest of the film is about what happens next.
Indian audiences will find John Abraham’s story novel. This idea has never been explored in a Bollywood movie. The screenplay by Lakshya Rajanand, Sumit Bheja and Vishal Kapoor has its merits. It is concise and effective. The whole idea of the super soldier can be understood by anyone. The writers make a terrible climax. A few plot points also give the impression of many Hollywood movies in this area. The dialogues of Lakshya Rajanand, Sumit Bhajeja and Vishal Kapoor are very conversational. Lakshyaraj Anand’s direction is excellent, especially for a debut film. ATTACK – PART 1 is an action film and he makes sure that there are enough fights to keep the audience interested. He excels at the romantic parts. He also excels in the emotional moments. Arjun’s pain can be felt when he is in a wheelchair or bed. It’s amazing to see how he transforms into a super soldier, and what he can do. The flip side is that the events remind one of movies like CAPTAIN AMERICA and AVATAR as well as several other Hollywood films.

Movie Review: Top Gun – Maverick (English) TOP GUN: MAVERICK keeps the spirit of the 1986 release alive, while at the same time giving viewers an experience unlike most CGI & VFX heavy films. The film keeps you gripped in your seat.

The film was made 36 years ago.

TOP GUN

Hit screens, starring a young star

Tom Cruise

The film starred Val Kilmer as Tom “Iceman” Kazansky and Captain Pete ‘Mavericks’ Mitchell. It was the first major screen presentation to feature aerial combat. The sound track, which included songs such as ‘Danger Zone,’ ‘Take My Breath Away,’ ‘Great Ball Of Fire,’ and ‘Top Gun Anthem, was instrumental in the film’s visuals. These songs can still be heard today as classics. We are now 36 years later and we have a sequel. But will TOP GUN : MAVERICK bring back that tension and amazing visuals from 36 years ago? Or will it be another action-oriented film?
TOP GUN: MAVERICK begins with Captain Pete “Maverick” Mitchell (Tom Cruise), a test pilot who deliberately evades advancement to fly after 36 years of service. Maverick is called to train a group Top Gun graduate pilots for a special mission under the command of Admiral Tom “Iceman” Kazansky (Val Kilmer), the commander of U.S. Pacific Fleet. Maverick’s best friend, RIO Nick Goose’ Bradshaw’s son, is among them. Maverick is informed by his commanding officers when he arrives that an elite group of Top Gun pilots was assembled to perform a special mission against an unknown hostile mountainous country that has begun making facilities for enriched-uranium. Maverick orders the assembled team to destroy the uranium facility despite its unusual location in a mountainous canyon. There are multiple SAM sites around it. Maverick is met by the elite pilots who are coldly welcoming him. Jake Seresin (Glen Powell), one of the elite pilots, keeps a distance from Maverick and other pilots. Maverick and Rooster are at times in high tension when they meet. This sometimes leads to a shouted hostility or a fight between Hangman, Rooster and occasionally both of them. Maverick’s flying skills are demonstrated to pilots during training dogfights. This causes them to reconsider their suspicions about Maverick. Most pilots then begin to understand Maverick’s ability for air combat. Maverick gives a mission plan to the top command. He tells them that he suggests a mission consisting of two F/A-18 Hornets with an F/A-18E/F Super Hornet as an escort. Maverick is in command of the final pilot crews and the mission launches. The rest of the film is about whether the mission will be successful. Will Maverick and Rooster be able to come to terms? Or will Rooster’s rivalry become their downfall. The film’s 1986 setting is shown to the viewer right from the beginning.

Movie Review: Spider-Man – No Way Home (English) On the whole, SPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOME is definitely a must watch. It won’t be wrong to say that it has BLOCKBUSTER written all over it!

The eagerly awaited film, SPIDERMAN: NO WAY TO HOME, finally arrives on screens after much hype and talk. The question is how will the film, which promises to launch the next phase in the MCU, captivate the audience.
SPIDER-MAN – NO WAY HOME begins with Spider-Man being revealed as his identity. Our friendly web-slinger can no longer keep his normal life of Peter Parker separate from the high stakes that come with being a superhero. The stakes get higher when Peter seeks Doctor Strange’s help, and he must discover what it means to be Spider-Man. The rest of the film will be about whether Peter Parker can survive the fight or if he is remembered as another fallen. SPIDERMAN: NO WAY HOME lives to its potential. The film is captivating with a fast-moving second and an engaging first. The media and fans have been in a frenzy over the last few weeks discussing what to expect from SPIDERMAN: NO WAY Home. But the film still surprises you. It would be wrong to reveal any plot points. Therefore, it can be stated that the second half will offer a surprise for the fans. Marvel’s films are unique in that the characters and events are not seen elsewhere. The excitement builds with the climax, mid- and post credits scenes. Jon Watts, the director of the MCU films, has done an admirable job retaining the humor, feel and sentiments from previous MCU films. The action is well balanced with humorous breaks at key moments to keep the proceedings on screen light, engaging and edgy. There are many performances to be mentioned, but Marisa Tomei, Zendaya and Benedict Cumberbatch all excelled in their respective roles. Holland deserves special praise for his portrayal of the inner turmoil he experiences and must endure. Jon Favreau, on the other hand seems to be very underused. Favreau, despite being an excellent actor, seems to have been reduced to a comic relief role and used as a scapegoat. Jacob Batalon’s portrayal of Ned is a great comic interlude and best friend to Peter Parker.


Spider-Man – No Way Home – The First Day of First Show Public Review



Michael Giacchino’s music has been a great addition to the visuals. The CGI and VFX work is top-notch and flawlessly executed, making for a seamless visual spectacle. The dialogues deserve a special mention. One-liners are funny and clever and would get claps and whistles. Overall, SPIDERMAN: NO WAY TO HOME is a must-see.

Movie Review: Atrangi Re Despite an unconevtional plot ATRANGI RE addresses a pertinent topic, that is, mental health


ATRANGI RE

This is the story about a girl who falls in love with two men. Rinku Suryavanshi (

Sara Ali Khan

She resides in Siwan (Bihar) with her extended family. Rinku’s parents were killed by her extended family when she was a little girl. Rinku falls in love with Sajjad, a mysterious man.

Akshay Kumar

He has eloped several times with her. Her maternal grandmother, Seema Biswas, gets fed up after her latest failed elopement. She advises her family to get her married to any man, but preferably one from Bihar. Vishu (Dhanush), a man she sees in her town, is a member of her family. He is a medical student and has been to Siwan for a camp. He is already married to Mandakini, aka Mandy (Dimplehayati), and they are just days away from getting engaged. Rinku is abducted by his family and forced to marry Rinku. They book tickets for them to travel by train to Delhi the next day. Vishu, who is still in shock at the last night’s developments, boarded the train. Rinku informs Vishu she is in love Sajjad, and that she will be leaving with him when she reaches Delhi. Vishu is relieved that it’s a forced wedding, even for her. He eventually reaches Delhi where he studies. Rinku informs him that Sajjad went to Africa to study magic, and that he will return within 10 days. Vishu must leave for Madurai. He tells Rinku that he will stay at his hostel until Sajjad returns. She can also join him in Madurai for their engagement. Rinku accompany Vishu to Madurai, where Mandy and Vishu get engaged. Everything is going smoothly until Mandy stumbles upon Rinku and Vishu’s wedding video. The rest of the film is about what happens next.
Himanshu Sharma’s story has a unique and unusual twist. However, the screenplay transforms this flawed plot into something that is watchable. Some very moving and memorable sequences have been added by the writer. So, even though the action gets a little too intense, it doesn’t matter.

‘atrangi’

. As expected, Himanshu Sharma’s dialogues are a highlight. They are very funny and fit the character’s characteristics. Aanand L Rai is a great director. His storytelling skills have improved and you can see it in many scenes. His greatest achievement is his ability to keep the audience’s attention and to give convincing executions to a plot such as this. Aanand is a shining example of how a director can succeed where others could fail. He also has a very important comment about mental health. However, the second hand could be sharper and more sensible.

ATRANGI RE

It starts very well. Exceptional scenes are included in the first half, such as Rinku and Vishu’s forced marriage, their conversation on the train, etc. Beautiful is the scene in which Vishu recites a monologue of Tamil before Rinku. It is quite shocking to see the scene just before intermission. The film is still interesting after the intermission, although there are some difficult developments.

Movie Review: Badhaai Do Despite featuring some fine performances the long length, poor writing, lack of buzz and niche appeal will affect the success of BADHAAI DO.


BADHAAI DO

This is the story about a gay couple who enters into a lavender marriage. Shardul Thakur (


Rajkummar Rao


He is a Dehradun cop. He lives with his conservative family. He is openly gay and has not revealed his homosexuality to his family. His family has been pressuring him to marry. Suman Singh (


Bhumi Pednekar


While ) is a teacher of physical education, he is also a closet lesbian. Her family has forced her to settle down. To find the right match, she turns to dating apps. Raju’s profile is what she comes across and she expresses her desire to meet her. They agree to meet at a cafe. She discovers Raju is a man pretending to be a woman at the cafe. Rajeev (Vyom Yadav) is the real name of this man. He finds out where Suman is living and where her father (Nitesh Pantdey). He threatens to expose Suman and blackmails him by demanding sexual favors. Suman reports the incident to police. Shardul takes down Suman’s complaint and gets Rajeev detained. Shardul hears Rajeev mutter to Shardul that he isn’t straight. He learnt from her that Suman was of the same caste. He meets Suman and proposes to marry him. His plan is that they can both live together as roommates and have their own lives. Suman agrees, and they get married. One year after their marriage, Shardul’s family begins to pressurize the couple for a child. Shardul is currently in a relationship with Kabir (DeepakArora), an MBA student. Suman meets Rimjhim Jongkey, (Chum Darang), a worker at a pathology laboratory. They have an affair, and Rimjhim moves in with Shardul and Suman. Shardul is afraid of this development and he moves into the police quarters, where his cop neighbors are very conservative. The rest of the film is about what happens next.
Suman Adhikary and Akshat Ghildial’s story are progressive, and the film’s concept is brave. Although the screenplay by Akshat Ghildial and Suman Adhikary is somewhat shaky, it’s entertaining and touching in a few places. Both Shardul and Suman Adhikary are well-drawn characters. Shardul’s mother, Sheeba Chaddha, is also very well drawn. The middle section of the film is a bit too long. The screenplay could have been cut shorter to make the film more impactful. Akshat Ghildial’s dialogues lack punchlines but are conversational. His dialogues were much better in BADHAAIHO [2018], and his one-liners should have been equally witty, smart, and funny. Harshavardhan Kumar Kulkarni has managed certain scenes with ease. He is a great director for handling sensitive topics in a film.