Category Archives: social issues

Maa Behen (2026): Three Women, One Crime, and a Society That Judges Them All

Posted on June 26, 2026 by amodini

Rating: 3/5. A funny, chaotic, feminist dark comedy about three women who find freedom and self-worth while navigating a crime, a neighborhood full of gossip, and a patriarchal society.
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Main Vaapas Aaunga (2026) Review: A Moving Journey Through Memory, Love, and Partition

Posted on June 19, 2026 by amodini

Rating: 4/5. Imtiaz Ali returns with a thoughtful and deeply moving story about memory, love, and the lingering wounds of Partition. Anchored by an extraordinary performance from Naseeruddin Shah, Meri Pyaari Aunga is a refreshing reminder of the power of quiet, nuanced storytelling
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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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Why You Should Watch Gram Chikitsalay on Amazon Prime

Posted on July 25, 2025 by amodini

Rating: 3.5/5 . Gram Chikitsalay, directed by Deepak Kumar Mishra, follows altruistic Dr. Prabhat Sinha’s efforts to improve healthcare in the rural village of Bhatkandi. This 5-episode drama, reminiscent of Panchayat, spotlights rural healthcare issues while delivering heartfelt storytelling. Continue reading →

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Movie Review : Laapataa Ladies (2024)

Posted on May 1, 2024 by amodini

Rating: 4/5. Laapataa Ladies is a well-executed comedy of errors. Continue reading →

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Made In Heaven (Season 2): Complications in life and love!

Posted on August 21, 2023 by amodini

Made In Heaven S2 is a heady mix of fantastic production values, skilled direction, great acting, and the right emotional notes – be they happy or sad. Continue reading →

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Dahaad: Engrossing police procedural with intrepid heroine

Posted on July 9, 2023 by amodini

Dahaad is well-made, has an interesting storyline, with a tight script and great actors to boot, but it is Sub Inspector Bhaati i.e.; Sonakshi Sinha who ultimately makes it work. Continue reading →

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Movie Review : Gargi (2022)

Posted on March 31, 2023 by amodini

Rating: 3.5/5 . Gargi is a remarkable film about sexual crime. Continue reading →

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Movie Review : Jaya Jaya Jaya Jaya Hey (2022)

Posted on February 17, 2023 by amodini

Rating: 3.5/5 . This movie works because it has a good balance between depicting an important social issue and light humor. Highly recommended. Continue reading →

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Movie Review : Maja Ma (2022)

Posted on February 10, 2023 by amodini

Rating: 1/5 . Maja Ma has good intentions. Also many flaws and a lot of stupidity. Continue reading →

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