Author Archives: amodini

O’ Romeo: When a Vishal Bhardwaj Film Becomes a Hot Mess

Posted on May 1, 2026 by amodini

Rating: 1/5 . Crude, overblown and disappointing. Walked out halfway. Continue reading →

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Justice, Trauma, and a Broken System: A Review of Assi (2026)

Posted on April 24, 2026 by amodini

Rating: 3.5/5 . Aisi is a powerful and worthwhile film. Director Anubhav Sinha has previously directed several outstanding films, including Article 15, Thappad, and Mulk. Assi might not be his best work, but it is impactful. Continue reading →

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Do Deewane Seher Mein (2026): Romance in the land of boredom

Posted on April 19, 2026 by amodini

Rating: 1.5/5 . I like sweet, simple romances but this one is just plain boring. Even the charming leads can’t salvage this one! Continue reading →

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A Divisive Watch: My Take on Dhurandar

Posted on March 16, 2026 by amodini

Rating: 2/5. Dhurandar is an over-the-top action thriller, preferring style over substance. Continue reading →

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The Split: The Marvelous Ms. Walker

Posted on November 8, 2025 by amodini

Rating: 4.5/5 . The charismatic Ms Walker, an arresting screenplay, skilled direction, great acting and easy-to-like characters make The Split a compelling watch. Continue reading →

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Aspirants Series Review : A Must-Watch!

Posted on September 26, 2025 by amodini

Rating: 4.5/5
Aspirants is a gorgeous, engrossing series about three friends preparing for the UPSC, in the hope of becoming IAS officers. Very real, very authentic and very entertaining!
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Abir Gulaal Movie Review: No Rom, Only Com

Posted on September 21, 2025 by amodini

Rating: 2/5 . I love easy-breezy romance as much as the next person, but throw me a bone. Some romantic tension, a little witty banter? No sign of any of that in this film! Abir Gulaal is a sloppy, inconsistent execution of a favorite romantic trope. Continue reading →

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Meiyazhagan : Poetry in motion

Posted on August 15, 2025 by amodini

Rating: 4.5/5 . This elegant, heartfelt film is a true pleasure to watch. Highly recommended! Continue reading →

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Raat Jawaan Hai: A Heartwarming Slice of Life

Posted on August 8, 2025 by amodini

Rating: 4/5 . Each episode of Raat Jawaan Hai is a gorgeous, sun-dappled, slice of life. This series is heartwarming, and a charming, feel-good watch. Highly recommended! Continue reading →

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Why Murderbot Misses the Mark: Season 1 Review

Posted on August 2, 2025 by amodini

The first season of Apple TV’s “Murderbot” series, based on Martha Wells’s “The Murderbot Diaries,” struggles to capture the books’ charm. A middling show this one, but one to watch for Martha Wells fans. Continue reading →