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Vikramaditya Motwane’s Jubilee is a slow burn without a punch

While nostalgia is the strongest element in Amazon Prime's Jubilee, its story is not riveting enough to hold the viewer for 10 episodes.

‘Mamta’ belongs to Suchitra Sen. Her range is on full display—dancer, mother, fierce lover

The 1966 film explores the life of Devyani who escapes an abusive marriage and becomes a courtesan. Her relationships with ex-lover, her daughter take centre stage.

Murder Mystery 2 is everything—caper to thriller. Just stay in suspended disbelief

Starring Jennifer Aniston and Adam Sandler, the film doesn't take itself seriously. Its biggest strength is its absolute refusal to.

Viduthalai Part 1 a deep dive into abuse of power. More of Vijay Sethupathi in Part 2

Soori, who slipped into a police officer's role for the first time, contrary to his comedic roles, has delivered a career-defining performance.

Nani’s Dasara can become the next big Telugu film

Directed by Srikanth Odela, Dasara is set in a Telangana village where alcohol flows like water.

Ajay Devgn’s Bholaa is a cross between RRR and Mad Max. Rehashed, uncreative, more a nuisance

You'd think that with the success of action films such as John Wick 4 and Pathaan, Bholaa would be another to join the bandwagon. Nope.

Chor Nikal Ke Bhaga is just short of being the most botched-up heist thriller ever made

What disappoints the most is how the Ajay Singh directorial wastes away actors Sharad Kelkar and Indraneil Sengupta in its hurried plot.

Bheed will force you to recall India’s lockdown migrant exodus—something you’d rather forget

The unique black-and-white film combines montages of distressing events to make a powerful statement.

John Wick: Chapter 4 is a murder trip spiced up by cherry blossoms, coloured lights

Keanu Reeves returns as the dreaded ex-hitman in Chad Stahelski’s last film for the John Wick universe. And he is draining blood.

Prakash Raj is the powerhouse performer of Vamsi’s ‘Ranga Marthanda’

It is heartening to see a performer of Raj’s stature exercise his acting muscle and a film that celebrates his versatility.

On Camera

Wintrack vs Chennai Customs has unleashed middle class anger. And BJP must worry

It’s hard to build a house, run a business, or do anything without paying bribes. And yet, citizens’ anger about this open, unchecked corruption won’t erupt into Anna Hazare-type rallies.

Nodal officers to fast-tracking NOCs, Kerala govt’s heeding investor concerns, and it means business

As many as 21 policy reforms are under implementation following Invest Kerala Global Summit, as LDF govt works to change perception that the state is not conducive to businesses.

Army chief’s big warning to Pakistan: Stop sponsoring terrorism if you want to exist geographically

Amid continued concerns over cross-border terrorism, General Upendra Dwivedi further warned the neighbour that India will not show restraint if there is an Op Sindoor 2.0.

How Pakistan thinks: Army for hire, ideology of convenience

Pakistan’s army has been a rentier force available to a reasonable bidder. It has never come to the aid of any Muslims including Palestinians or the Gazans, except making noises here and there.