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Archika Khurana

Archika Khurana

Times Of India

27Reviews
5.9Avg from 27 scored
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Mahaprabhu Jagannath

Mahaprabhu Jagannath

2026 · Times Of India

A decent family watch, especially for children interested in mythology, fantasy adventures and colourful visuals, though the film needed more visual polish to truly stand out as a promising mythological animation.

6.0
TRM 6.0
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Thrash

Thrash

2026 · Times Of India

It's the kind of movie that keeps you mildly engaged while watching but fades quickly from memory.

4.0
TRM 4.9
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Awarapan 2

Awarapan 2

2026 · Times Of India

For Emraan Hashmi fans, this is less a sequel and more a reunion. Awarapan 2 may not match the emotional intensity of the original, but it delivers enough massy entertainment to keep the core audience engaged.

6.0
TRM 5.9
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Onslaught

Onslaught

2026 · Times Of India

A stylish throwback that pulls its punches. Watch it for Adria Arjona, atmospheric visuals and flashes of bloody action, but keep your expectations measured.

6.0
TRM 5.2
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Harrd Disk

Harrd Disk

2026 · Times Of India

With weak humour, stretched pacing and an underdeveloped screenplay, Harrd Disk ultimately feels like a promising idea buried under a stretched, unfocused thriller.

3.0
TRM 4.6
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The Super Mario Galaxy Movie

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie

2026 · Times Of India

Watch it for the visuals and nostalgia — it's entertaining in bursts, but keeps running, jumping and falling short of being a complete package.

5.0
TRM 4.5
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Ishqnama

Ishqnama

2026 · Times Of India

More than a romance across borders, it's a deeply human story that reminds us love is stronger than [the barriers that divide us].

8.0
TRM 6.3
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Welcome to the Jungle

Welcome to the Jungle

2026 · Times Of India

A chaotic comedy adventure that delivers ample laughs. If you enjoy chaotic ensemble comedies packed with slapstick humour— this jungle ride offers enough.

6.0
TRM 5.5
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Carry On Jatta 4

Carry On Jatta 4

2026 · Times Of India

Carry On Jatta 4 delivers familiar chaos with bigger laughs and the franchise magic remains intact, offering audiences what they've come to expect from the beloved series.

7.0
TRM 5.9
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Lust Stories 3

Lust Stories 3

2026 · Times Of India

Lust Stories 3 is ultimately an uneven but sincere anthology. Some segments lean heavily on their premise or twist, but the film's biggest strength is its willingness to treat female desire as an important part of relationships rather than a taboo subject. Rather than being simply about lust, the film uses desire to explore loneliness, insecurity, communication and the need for emotional and physical connection.

6.0
TRM 5.8
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Pyaar Prema Kalyanam

Pyaar Prema Kalyanam

2026 · Times Of India

Its treatment of marriage, family and gender roles is not groundbreaking, but its light-hearted approach gives the familiar conversation a refreshing perspective. By asking whether marriage should mean leaving one's family behind—or simply finding a way for two people to build a life that works for them—the film makes its point without losing sight of entertainment.

7.0
TRM 5.9
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Accused

Accused

2026 · Times Of India

Konkona Sen Sharma anchors a tense psychological drama with layered storytelling and nuanced performances.

7.0
TRM 4.9
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Cocaine

Cocaine

2026 · Times Of India

Sarim Momin's film is a watchable thriller that thrives on atmosphere and performance but falters in execution, promising more than it ultimately delivers.

5.0
TRM 5.3
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Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai

Hai Jawani Toh Ishq Hona Hai

2026 · Times Of India

While HJTIHH offers a handful of laughs, catchy songs and a committed central performance from Varun, the film ultimately relies too heavily on Dhawan's energy to keep this comedy afloat, falling short of being a genuinely memorable entertainer.

5.0
TRM 5.2
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Heer Sara

Heer Sara

2026 · Times Of India

A pleasant road trip that doesn't fully reach its destination. Watch it for its feel-good road-trip spirit and charming friendship, but don't expect a groundbreaking narrative.

5.0
TRM 5.1
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Haunted 3D: Echoes of the Past

Haunted 3D: Echoes of the Past

2026 · Times Of India

A dated horror sequel that struggles to haunt. A horror sequel that remains haunted not by spirits, but by its inability to move beyond the formula.

4.0
TRM 4.0
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Border 2

Border 2

2026 · Times Of India

Border 2 is a war drama that doesn't redefine the genre, but it benefits from Sunny Deol's roaring presence, its rousing spirit, and the emotion it wears proudly.

6.0
TRM 6.9
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De De Pyaar De 2

De De Pyaar De 2

2025 · Times Of India

De De Pyaar De 2 doesn't reinvent the formula — it merely updates it with wit, charm, and maturity. Despite its uneven tone and missing spark, the film remains an enjoyable, light-hearted sequel that reminds us love can defy age, but not always logic.

6.0
TRM 6.1
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Raat Akeli Hai - The Bansal Murders

Raat Akeli Hai - The Bansal Murders

2025 · Times Of India

A sincere, slow-burn sequel elevated by Nawazuddin Siddiqui, but short on the tension that made the original compelling. Nawazuddin Siddiqui's quiet intensity powers an ambitious but tame thriller.

6.0
TRM 6.4
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Dhoom Dhaam

Dhoom Dhaam

2025 · Times Of India

Dhoom Dhaam is a fast-paced rollercoaster of action, comedy, and mystery, powered by Yami Gautam and Pratik Gandhi's electric chemistry.

7.0
TRM 6.1
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Sector 36

Sector 36

2024 · Times Of India

While not for everyone, Sector 36 is a stark reminder of the real-life horrors that can lurk beneath.

7.0
TRM 5.5
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Mastiii 4

Mastiii 4

2025 · Times Of India · Nov 2025

Mastiii 4 caters strictly to fans of adult comedies who enjoy unabashed silliness, loud performances and low-brow humour. It offers a handful of laughs and some comfort-zone nostalgia for franchise loyalists. For everyone else, it’s a loud, uneven and often cringe-filled ride best avoided.

5.0
TRM 3.2
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Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat

Ek Deewane Ki Deewaniyat

2025 · Times Of India · Oct 2025

EDKD strives to rekindle a bygone era of love—one where intensity often overshadowed logic and passion flirted with obsession. Much like Saiyaara, it doesn’t venture into new territory, yet it finds its footing with those who still cherish melodrama laced with nostalgia.

5.0
TRM 4.1
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Jaat

Jaat

2025 · Times Of India · Apr 2025

Jaat delivers exactly what it promises: a nostalgia-fueled action drama powered by its male leads and dialogue-heavy theatrics. But for all its sound and fury, it lacks the courage to push beyond its comfort zone. It’s a decent one-time watch for fans of old-school Deol-led actioners, but for anyone seeking innovation or depth, Jaat may feel like a missed opportunity wrapped in a thunderous punch.

6.0
TRM 5.4
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