The Gang’s Back — But So Are Their Troubles DreamWorks Animation returns with The Bad Guys 2, a slick, action-packed sequel that sees its lovable crew of reformed animal criminals face a tougher challenge than robbing banks: earning society’s trust. With vibrant visuals, punchy humor, and chaotic energy, the film offers an entertaining ride, especially…
Overview: Haunted Tales Meet Small-Town Humor Sumathi Valavu, directed by Vishnu Sasi Shankar and written by Abhilash Pillai, draws inspiration from a local folktale rooted in the haunted bends of Kerala’s Thiruvananthapuram district. The movie blends horror with comedy, starring Arjun Ashokan as the town’s reluctant hero Appu, caught in a ghostly mystery that intertwines…
A Follow-Up That Forgets What Made the First One Work Over ten years after Son of Sardaar hit theatres, Ajay Devgn is back as Jassi — but this time, the film ditches any connection to the original and goes all-in on absurdity. Son of Sardaar 2 moves from Punjab to Scotland, brings in new characters,…
Introduction: A Unique Genre Blend That Mostly Works Housemates, directed by debutant Rajavel and produced by Sivakarthikeyan, dares to mix horror, comedy, sci-fi, and emotional drama — a cocktail not often attempted in Tamil cinema. Set almost entirely indoors, this 129-minute film explores what happens when a newlywed couple unknowingly moves into a haunted apartment,…
A Solid Comeback Vehicle with Strong Visuals and Emotional Undercurrents With Kingdom, director Gowtam Tinnanuri steps into a grander cinematic space — mixing espionage, family drama, and tribal history — while staying true to his emotional storytelling roots. Starring Vijay Deverakonda in a restrained and intense role, the film doesn’t revolutionize the genre but delivers…
A Riveting Survival Tale Rooted in Humanity J.A. Bayona’s Society of the Snow (La Sociedad de la Nieve) is not just a retelling of the infamous 1972 Andes plane crash — it’s a harrowing meditation on survival, faith, and what it truly means to be human in the face of insurmountable odds. Told in Spanish…
A Quirky Tale From Coastal Karnataka Su From So, directed by debutant JP Thuminad and produced by Raj B. Shetty, is a rare cinematic gem that blends horror, humour, and heartfelt storytelling in equal measure. Set in the picturesque village of Someshwara in Dakshina Kannada, the film opens with a death, a feast, and a…
A Coming-of-Age Film That Confronts More Than Just Adolescence Molly Manning Walker’s How to Have Sex is anything but the provocative party romp the title might suggest. What unfolds instead is a deeply personal, at times harrowing, exploration of female adolescence, consent, and the contradictions of modern youth culture. Winner of the Un Certain Regard…
A Spirited Drama with Flaws, Food, and Fireworks In recent years, Tamil cinema has increasingly explored the chaos within modern relationships, often through the lens of tradition and domestic life. Thalaivan Thalaivii adds to that lineage by presenting a turbulent marriage filled with messy arguments, comedic friction, and cultural contradictions. What begins as a playful,…
Overview – When Ambition Outpaces Execution Kayoze Irani’s Sarzameen, starring Prithviraj Sukumaran, Kajol, and debutant Ibrahim Ali Khan, is the kind of film that promises an emotional rollercoaster with nationalistic overtones—but delivers a lukewarm ride riddled with clichés. Marketed as a poignant tale about duty, identity, and fractured familial bonds, this Hindi-language patriotic drama turns…
