The way Waaris focuses on land, identity, and community resonates strongly with the larger context of 1980s Punjab, a turbulent time in the state's history.
Shashi Kapoor’s charm made it believable that a rich heiress could fall for his character Raja. And he deftly portrays Raja’s patriarchal outlook, inner turmoil, and love for Rita.
Films such as Kabir Singh and Animal have normalised toxic masculinity to the point where the gentleness of Arun in the 1976 film Chhoti Si Baat is almost disorientating.
The film proves that sometimes the most compelling love stories are not about overcoming villains, but about learning how to live through everything life throws your way.
Featuring actors such as Rex Harrison and John Saxon, the 1978 film ‘Shalimar’ had scale, ambition, and star power. It was undone by a weak screenplay and uneven execution.
Known for his unique dialogue delivery and often stylish avatars, Raaj Kumar opts for subtlety in Kaajal. His eyes alternate with ease between anger and pain.
Historically, football has been used as a lens through which political anger, identity, and resistance come into focus. From Mohun Bagan to Didier Drogba’s Ivory Coast, this claim can be easily cemented.
French newspaper La Tribune earlier last week indicated that UAE withdrew from deal to fund EUR 3.5 billion. India is looking to order 114 new Rafales, which could include the F5.
China patiently invested capital, skill and technology in coal gasification. Unlike it, we won’t move from words to action. As crude prices decline, we lose interest.
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