Reviews

Love review: Director RP Bala’s thriller is far-fetched from reality and simply falls flat
Aachar & Co. review: This simple coming-of-age tale is best watched with parents and grandparents

Bawaal review: This concoction of World War II and relationship drama has its moments and flaws
Hostel Hudugaru Bekagiddare review: This hostel boys’ crazy escapades promise unlimited fun
Valatty review: An experimental love story of dogs that is a visual treat for pet lovers
HER: Chapter 1 review: Ruhani Sharma hauls this crime thriller forward, but fails to sustain momentum in the end
Kolai review: Artificiality and slow pace dampens this investigative thriller
The Trial web series review: A gripping drama that goes much beyond the courtroom
Sathiya Sothanai review: A genuinely funny film that reflects the sorry state of affairs in the police force
Hidimbha review: This marauding beast doesn’t really pack a punch
Hostel Days review: This college caper is entertaining and relatable, particularly to hostelites
Damayana review: A fine tale of a man who reflects the mentality of work-shy class
Aparoopa review: Mahesh Babu is back with the basics for newcomers
Maaveeran review: Director Madonne Ashwin is back with yet another fascinating story
Padmini review: Senna Hegde’s latest outing makes you laugh and also think
Baby review: This emotional love story will tug at your heartstrings
Baba Black Sheep review: A film with two different halves
Bharateeyans review: This lopsided patriotic drama makes a serious mockery of national issues in an unimaginably hilarious way
Blind review: This Sonam Kapoor-starrer is a ‘sightless’ thriller
Kadapuraa Kalaikuzhu review: Starts with a strong note, but falters eventually
Neeyat review: This concoction of Agatha Christie and Sherlock Holmes produces more groans than thrills
18 Plus review: Director Arun D Jose’s rom-com criticises casteism in Kerala
The Night Manager Part 2 review: High on both thrills and human drama
Rangabali review: This romcom falls slightly short of becoming a blockbuster for Naga Shaurya
Rudrangi review: Jagapathi Babu shines in this not-so-convincing fictional story of the Nizam’s feudal era
Bumper review: An engaging story about money and friendships
Rudramambapuram review: An excellent story watered down by poor making

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