Lachmi Deb Roy
Firstpost·CNBC-TV18
Most Divergent Takes
- Vadh 2 (2026)8.0 vs TRM 6.1+1.9
- Governor (2026)7.0 vs TRM 5.1+1.9
- Baramulla (2025)4.0 vs TRM 5.9-1.9
- The Sabarmati Report (2024)7.0 vs TRM 5.1+1.9
- Mercy (2026)6.0 vs TRM 4.3+1.7
The Odyssey
2026 · CNBC-TV18
Tom Holland and Matt Damon deliver one of the year's most visually spectacular cinematic experiences, making Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey worth every second and every rupee spent despite its premium ticket prices. The Odyssey is indeed a visual experience, designed not just to entertain but to consume audiences.
Border 2
2026 · Firstpost
The film revisits the 1971 war with new heroes, but the only person constant is Sunny Deol. Why does Bollywood attempt war movies without proper research is my question.
Daayra
2026 · CNBC-TV18
Daayra makes a persuasive case for itself. This film understands the pleasures of a slow burn. It is the kind of thriller best experienced in a cinema, where the silences, simmering tension and gradual escalation have room to work on you. It may not deliver equally on every front, but there is enough craft, atmosphere and dramatic pull here to make the ticket, and the time spent in the dark, feel well spent.
Vadh 2
2026 · Firstpost
Sanjay Mishra and Neena Gupta's matured love story is a slow burn that will keep you glued to the film. Jaspal Singh Sandhu's directorial is a complete package that is not just entertaining and thrilling but thought-provoking too. The film is hugely superior to the mediocrity and loudness that reigns the Hindi film industry.
Ikkis
2026 · Firstpost
'Ikkis' is a perfect film to start the year with, as Dharmendra, Jaideep Ahlawat & Agastya Nanda give honest performances in their respective roles. 'Ikkis' isn't just a war drama; it's a human story.
Main Vaapas Aaunga
2026 · Firstpost
Imtiaz Ali's directorial is not just a film, it's a letter or rather poetry on love!
Mardaani 3
2026 · Firstpost
What a powerful performance by Rani Mukerji; she simply killed it. She unapologetically owns the franchise of 'Mardaani'. But you can't ignore Mallika Prasad's performance too.
“Wuthering Heights”
2026 · Firstpost
Not much inspired from the novel, Margot Robbie, Jacob Elordi starrer film draws a fine line between a love story and an erotica.
O'Romeo
2026 · Firstpost
'O'Romeo'—starring Shahid Kapoor & Triptii Dimri in the lead—is an absolute must-watch.
Michael
2026 · Firstpost
Jaafar Jackson did a great job, but the film is a 'whitewashed' depiction of the pop icon's life that presents a clichéd and incomplete portrayal.
Governor
2026 · Firstpost
'Governor: The Silent Saviour' is a serious watch and not for the 'massy' audience. But definitely a movie that will make you think. It is engaging, immersive and most importantly hugely relevant.
Dhurandhar: The Revenge
2026 · Firstpost
Not just Ranveer Singh; R. Madhavan, Arjun Rampal, and Rakesh Bedi's performances were absolutely mind-blowing!
Maa Behen
2026 · Firstpost
The film is quirky, fun, immersive, and hugely entertaining. On the whole, this Netflix and Abundantia Entertainment film is worth every bit of your time. It is absolutely a hysterical entertainer.
Cocktail 2
2026 · Firstpost
Cocktail 2 is a not so perfect love triangle, but a contemporary film that you must try. Despite all its drawbacks Shahid Kapoor shines in the film. Just a one-time watch, but keep your brains locked up in the cupboard.
Do Deewane Seher Mein
2026 · Firstpost
Siddhant Chaturvedi and Mrunal Thakur starrer and Ravi Udyawar directorial film is unique in many ways and has many lessons to learn from.
Mercy
2026 · Firstpost
Mercy is thought-provoking no doubt, but scary too when you think of the fact that as to how much power will AI have exactly three years from now.
Dhurandhar
2025 · Firstpost
This is indeed one of Ranveer Singh's best performances of the year. This film is indeed one of the most engaging releases of this year. For the theatre going audiences, this film is a complete package and an absolute value for money.
Son of Sardaar 2
2025 · Firstpost
Ajay Devgn-Mrunal Thakur’s pairing is cringe to the power of infinity, it is Ravi Kishan who makes a bogus and bonkers film bearable
Superboys of Malegaon
2025 · Firstpost
'Superboys of Malegaon' is a tribute to the simplicity of filmmaking and friendship that we hardly get to see these days. It's a must-watch for the brilliant performances of all the actors.
The Diplomat
2025 · Firstpost
The Diplomat featuring John Abraham as JP Singh and Sadia Khateeb as Uzma Ahmed is an engaging real-life story which will give you shivers down your spine. Not just John Abraham, Sadia Khateeb's performance as Uzma Ahmed is mind blowing in an explosive political drama.
Raat Akeli Hai - The Bansal Murders
2025 · Firstpost
Nawazuddin Siddiqui is indeed one of the finest craftsmen in the entertainment industry
Jolly LLB 3
2025 · Firstpost
The real star performers in 'Jolly LLB 3' are not just Akshay Kumar & Arshad Warsi, but it is Seema Biswas & Saurabh Shukla's performances which will make you think.
120 Bahadur
2025 · Firstpost
Major Shaitan Singh must be turning in heaven and howling to see the way Farhan Akhtar has played his part!
Fighter
2024 · Firstpost
After the flawed Tejas film, finally Bollywood delivers a brilliantly made movie on the Indian Air Force. With its brilliant VFX and dedicated star cast and not just Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone, all the actors delivered their best performance. A complete value for money, Fighter is perfect for the big screen.
Raja Shivaji
2026 · Firstpost · May 2026
With its magnificent visuals, looks like a fortune has been spent on the film. But lavishness alone cannot make the film survive, the storytelling needs to be sharp to engage the audiences.
Bhooth Bangla
2026 · Firstpost · Apr 2026
All about Akshay Kumar; wish there was more of Tabu and Jisshu Sengupta in a typical Priyadarshan film. It's time for Akshay to evolve as an actor. He has proved it yet again: it is time for Bollywood to stop obsessing over stars.
Tere Ishk Mein
2025 · Firstpost · Nov 2025
As Dhanushand Kriti Sanon come together for the first time on screen, their unlikely yet wicked pairing is what makes the film bearable despite all the noise. Bout my only request to filmmakers is please STOP celebrating TOXICITY.
Baramulla
2025 · Firstpost · Nov 2025
Manav Kaul gives his best in a film which is just not good enough!
Haq
2025 · Firstpost · Nov 2025
Yami Gautam and Emraan Hashmi powerful performances in the immersive courtroom drama on Shazia Bano will keep you glued to the screen. It is engaging, immersive, hugely relevant and what a beautifully restrained way of storytelling.
Inspector Zende
2025 · Firstpost · Sep 2025
Manoj Bajpayee is indeed an effortless craftsman who can pull off any role and this time he plays the role of real-life Inspector Madhukar Zende who caught serial killer Charles Sobhraj.
Param Sundari
2025 · Firstpost · Aug 2025
Sometimes, you just don’t need a perfect story. All you need is a good location, good looking actors and solid entertainment and that’s exactly what Janhvi Kapoor-Sidharth Malhotra’s ‘Param Sundari’ could deliver. Though the candy-floss cuteness could be nauseating after sometime...
Tehran
2025 · Firstpost · Aug 2025
'Tehran' is John Abraham’s career best performance after 'Diplomat'. This movie gives a new high to patriotic films without displaying chest-thumping patriotism. Inspired by the 2012 bombing near the Israeli embassy in Delhi, the film follows ACP Rajeev Kumar (John Abraham) on a mission to avenge an innocent life lost in the attack.
Sitaare Zameen Par
2025 · Firstpost · Jun 2025
Aamir Khan’s 'Sitaare Zameen Par' will truly make you think. But it will not move you the way Taare Zameen Par did so many years back. Having said that, Sitaare Zameen Par is notable for being the contemporary, mainstream Bollywood film in recent years to touch upon disability.
Housefull 5
2025 · Firstpost · Jun 2025
Housefull 5 is a bit of an overstretch and sometimes you can find it mindless too, but with Abhishek Bachchan’s stunning performance and Chitrangada Singh’s swag, I promise you will have a ‘jolly’ good time. And how can we forget Nana Patekar who adds a dash of thrill to this film.
Jaat
2025 · Firstpost · Apr 2025
Sunny Deol has proved it yet again that age is just a number. It is time for Salman Khan to learn a lesson from him and do age-appropriate movies. This masala-inflected film is a must-watch for several reasons.
Test
2025 · Firstpost · Apr 2025
This Netflix movie dives deep into the thrilling world of cricket and how stressful this game can be. I won’t say that the film is flawless or a masterpiece as compared to the movies and series shown on Netflix, but with it's appealing cast, it truly deserves every bit of your time.
Be Happy
2025 · Firstpost · Mar 2025
Abishek Bhachchan and Inayat Verma’s impressive performance will steal your heart in an emotional yet flawed film. Watch the film for the beautiful choreography, the songs and the brilliant performances except for Nora Fatehi.
Nadaaniyan
2025 · Firstpost · Mar 2025
...formulaic treatment of the film fails to impress. An absolutely dated storyline that doesn't really make any sense.
Baby John
2024 · Firstpost · Dec 2024
Varun Dhawan, Wamiqa Gabbi and Jackie Shroff’s film has all the qualities of a successful big screen Bollywood blockbuster, but lacks crisp storytelling.
The Sabarmati Report
2024 · Firstpost · Nov 2024
Not just discovering the truth behind The Sabarmati Report, it is always a pleasure to watch the flawless craft of Vikrant Massey on screen.
Shaitaan
2024 · Firstpost · Mar 2024
R Madhavan tries hard to save a bonkers black magic thriller
Article 370
2024 · Firstpost · Feb 2024
No chest thumping patriotism, Yami Gautam and Priyamani’s Article 370’s movie is an engaging and emotional political-action thriller.
Merry Christmas
2024 · Firstpost · Jan 2024
The unhurried pace and the slow buildup of Sriram Raghavan’s Merry Christmas is what makes the movie gripping