The Great Shamsuddin Family is a seemingly light chamber piece that hides its claws of social commentary under the chirpy banter of an apartment full of women, observes Deepa Gahlot.
Writer and director Anusha Rizvi returns to cinema after 15 years with warmth, wit and many a laughs.
Aseem Chhabra ranks the Best of 2025's films that released in theatres, or went directly to OTT platforms.
'A majority of filmmakers cannot truly understand the city because they don't live here,' says Anusha Rizvi, Director, The Great Shamsuddin Family.
Mayur Sanap wishes there was more to a this feel-good exercise that never reaches the dramatic heights it is aiming for.
Underdog stories always appeal to the audience if made well, and Aamir Khan's presence guarantees that, assures Deepa Gahlot.
Today's Hindi film mothers are younger, trendier, more mischievous. But, truth be told, says Dinesh Raheja, I still do miss sometimes the comforting presence of the trad mother.
As we wait for dark Dimple and her brazen bahus to spit fire on the small screen, Sukanya Verma looks at the cruel, cool ways of the Hindi film saasu-maa from then to now.
Film-makers seem to think a modern woman has to adopt the worst traits of men, observes Deepa Gahlot.
Joginder Tuteja looks at the dadis of Bollywood.
The jury is still out on Chhatriwali's flimsy public service, but Rakul sure passes the quality check, applauds Sukanya Verma.
An ecstatic Shoojit Sircar talks about his most successful film's unprecedented success.
The three women add to the film's universal appeal.
Here's a look at the winners of the 60th National Awards.
Bajatey Raho had a whole lot of potential but failed to realise it, writes Paloma Sharma.
Bajaatey Raho had a whole lot of potential but failed to realise it, writes Paloma Sharma.
Shahid, 34, however, lost the Best Actor trophy to Kannada actor Sanchari Vijay.
'Mothers as characters may have the same problems as they had years ago.' 'But what's refreshing is how they are becoming more accepting towards the changes in society.'
'For a very long time I could not bring myself to watch several of their films because I couldn't see them depressed, in trouble or dead on screen.' 'It was hard to separate my parents from their characters, so I stayed away.' 'It was only after I became an actor that it became a job requirement.'
Akshay Kumar leads the show in a manner only he can. There is the right swag coming into the picture, but more important it is his deadpan style that works in favour of the character he is playing, applauds Joginder Tuteja.
Cinema halls have been ordered to shut down in many cities after the COVID-19 scare, so films are being screened only at a limited number of cinemas.
For audiences craving something new, Axone leaves a good impression, notes Joginder Tuteja.
'Her short black choli with a deep cut-out back and multi-coloured pom-poms became quite a sensation. It was clearly meant to draw your attention to Kareena's perfect figure.'
'The satire in Khajoor Pe Atke is not savage enough,' feels Prasanna Zore.
The hits and misses of the week.
The hits and misses of the week.
Bringing you all the action from Malaysia.
Check out the winners.
Queen, directed by Vikas Bahl, has picked up an award for Best Hindi film as well.
As the MAMI film festival kicks off, Aseem Chhabra picks the must watch Indian movies.
Saif Ali Khan takes stock of his recent hits and misses with a fresh perspective.
Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani is a good-looking film but lacks a good story, writes Raja Sen.
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