Lekha Menon
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Chandu Champion
2024 · KhaleejTimes
Thankfully, Kabir Khan's biographical sports drama is far superior to both the movies I just discussed. However, these annoyances melt away as Khan regains his grip on the plot. In a nutshell, even if it's not exactly a champion of a film, Chandu Champion remains an engaging watch.
Prassthanam
2019 · Masala · Sep 2019
...Sanjay Dutt in the central role. You may have loved him as the adorable goon in the Munnabhai series or admired him in his many gangster roles (Vaastav) but here he takes on a whole new approach. Be it the confused dad in a dilemma or the ruthless politician or a caring husband and friend, Dutt's character has many shades and the actor brings out each beautifully. He is particularly good in some of the breakdown scenes; it definitely is Dutt's most mature performance in recent years. Watch it for him as well as the nostalgic appeal of seeing the stars of the late 80s and 90s (Koirala, Shroff, Pandey and Dutt). You will get your money's worth. Recommended!
Chef
2017 · Masala · Oct 2017
Watch Chef for its simple yet beautiful take on modern relationships. Watch it for good, clean fun on a weekend. Watch it for Saif. And yes, ladies, also watch it for Milind Soman in a mundu.