Full marks to Riteish Deshmukh and Nishikant Kamat for taking the plunge into Marathi cinema, says Prasanna D Zore.
Here are Aseem Chhabra's picks -- 'films that mattered to me, entertained me and will stay with me through the year.'
Six of the eight persons detained in connection with the vandalising of a cinema hall were sent to judicial custody till November 19.
Ivan Veramathiri lacks the simplicity, depth and magic of Director M Saravanan's last film Engeyum Eppodhum.
The film is slow and unexciting and does little to keep the audience entertained.
It is difficult to understand why Johnny Depp agreed to make Mortdecai, says Paloma Sharma.
The film tires to present a socially relevant issue in a humorous manner, but sadly, the film fails to make any kind of impression.
Naan Sigappu Manithan has an honest narrative, excellent performances and many twists and turns that keep you entertained
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A shorter crisper version of the film would perhaps have been more entertaining.
Gajendra Chauhan is just one the many troubles that ail the national film institute. But all may not be lost yet.
'I'm a rascal, I'm going to play a paramahansa?!'
Befikre is a colossally stupid film, says Raja Sen.
Pulivaal is an unimaginative tale of two strangers brought together by fate in a ridiculous cat and mouse game, which ends up ruining the life of an innocent.
'Rishi Kapoor and I come from two different schools of filmmaking. I like to approach scenes in a certain way, and take multiple takes. Rishi sir comes from a school where things were much simpler. I think that's where the friction comes in.' But in the end, Kapoor & Sons director Shakun Batra is still smiling!
Are the National Awards are bending over backwards trying to celebrate popular cinema, simply in order to gain more relevance and eyeballs, asks Raja Sen.
'Vishal Bhardwaj, Haider will ensure you a permanent place in the galaxy of filmmakers like Guru Dutt and Satyajit Ray.'
Madha Yaanai Koottam reveals in great detail the rites and rituals followed after death and how pride, anger and vengeance can only lead to senseless violence and death.
There is a group of La La Land haters -- especially jazz aficionados who feel the film gives too much importance to a white man who sets out to save the musical genre associated with the African American community, points out Aseem Chhabra.
Janal Oram is a pleasant and scenic journey into the lives of passengers who travel together daily on the route between Palani and Pannaikadu.
There is no escaping Rahul Bose's compassion. He wears it like a name tag in Poorna, feels Sreehari Nair.
'My character in Surya Versus Surya cannot come out in daylight.' Actor Nikhil Siddhartha talks about his latest film.
Director Mysskin has scripted a brilliant tale filled with human emotions and dark humour in Onnayum Aatukutiyum.
Not even in his wildest dreams did cinematographer-turned-director Mahesh Limaye imagine that his first Marathi feature film Yellow would create such a devastating impact.
If sporting films were pitted against one another, Dangal would be champion, says Raja Sen.
Tamil film Cuckoo is a heartwarming love story between two visually challenged individuals that keeps you totally engrossed with its brilliant performances, sensational music and stunning visuals, definitely a must watch, writes S Saraswathi.
Prepping for the Baahubali juggernaut, remembering a toddler Vinod Khanna and making Deepika Padukone dance to Jennifer Lopez's tunes, Sukanya Verma's super filmi week was pretty eventful.
Spotlight is a powerful film, with a terrific ensemble cast, raves Raja Sen.
Ek Paheli Leela invests little effort in character development or setting, notes Paloma Sharma.
Director Praveen Sattaru talks about his National Award winning movie Chandamama Kathalu.
A quick look at the Oscar 2016 nominations.
Ace filmmaker Balu Mahendra makes a sensational acting debut in Thalaimuraigal.
MSG is a feature-length advertisement you'd be best advised to forego, says Raja Sen.
'I don't have a family member in the industry and haven't been launched opposite a superstar. I don't have multiple film deals with any studio. It's difficult because I have to prove myself with every film.' Yet, Taapsee Pannu is one of the the busiest actresses in Bollywood.
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The 87th Annual Academy Awards have been announced. Here's a quick glance at the winners.
'Polish girls, who try to dance to Bollywood songs after having a little bit of wine, are quite funny to watch!' Erika Kaar gets ready for her Bollywood debut, Shivaay.
Titli is a solid directorial debut but it could have been so much more, feels Raja Sen.
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