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Mansha Rastogi

Mansha Rastogi

NowRunning

53Reviews
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Pyaar Ka Punchnama

Pyaar Ka Punchnama

2011 · NowRunning · Oct 2015

Pyaar Ka Punchnama works only in parts. Would manage to entice only those people who have vendetta against women

4.0
TRM 4.7
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I Am Kalam

I Am Kalam

2011 · NowRunning · Jul 2015

I Am Kalam is that little gem which needs recognition. If it takes a star to promote a great film (read Salman Khan producing Chillar Party purely for its brilliance), I Am Kalam definitely deserves one too.

7.0
TRM 6.7
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Hamari Adhuri Kahani

Hamari Adhuri Kahani

2015 · NowRunning · Jun 2015

...stands true to the filmmaker's attempt at this film. It's nothing but a half baked, empty film with gigantic proportions of cheesiness!

2.0
TRM 3.5
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Hawaizaada

Hawaizaada

2015 · NowRunning · Jan 2015

Lost in Translation is what best describes Hawaizaada best. What started off as a biopic turns into a sobbing love tale that you wouldn't want to watch. Read up on the scientist instead.

3.0
TRM 4.4
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Dolly Ki Doli

Dolly Ki Doli

2015 · NowRunning · Jan 2015

Dolly Ki Doli isn't great but isn't all the bad either. The story works mostly for the social satire that it is on the national obsession - Marriage. Should you watch the film? Yes, for the idea and some entertaining performances.

5.0
TRM 5.3
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Sharafat Gayi Tel Lene

Sharafat Gayi Tel Lene

2015 · NowRunning · Jan 2015

With a sketchy narrative, unimaginative screenplay and apology of performances, Sharaafat Gayi Tel Lene barely has any merits to shout out for a pleasant watch at the theaters.

3.0
TRM 4.5
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Alone

Alone

2015 · NowRunning · Jan 2015

To sum it up, with a successful story at hand, Alone could've been a real scare-fest had the makers invested in the script and screenplay writers. With the product that it is, the only draw for the audience is Bipasha-Karan's sizzling chemistry and the music which has already captivated the music lovers.

4.0
TRM 3.8
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Ankhon Dekhi

Ankhon Dekhi

2014 · NowRunning · Dec 2014

In short, Aankhon Dekhi is a gem that touches your heart, moves you, makes you smile and leaves you with some food for thought.

6.0
TRM 6.5
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Ekkees Toppon Ki Salaami

Ekkees Toppon Ki Salaami

2014 · NowRunning · Oct 2014

Ekkees Topon Ki Salaami could have been a flawless film had it been meted out with crisp and intelligent execution. The film however, still deserves to be watched.

8.0
TRM 5.7
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Tamanchey

Tamanchey

2014 · NowRunning · Oct 2014

An inane plot, poor execution and forced acting all makes for a bad film. Tamanchey misses the shot. Easily Avoidable.

2.0
TRM 3.6
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Jigariyaa

Jigariyaa

2014 · NowRunning · Oct 2014

Jigariyaa has a freshness of romance, innocence in mush and infectious energy of actors which should be given a chance despite its many flaws.

4.0
TRM 4.9
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Bang Bang!

Bang Bang!

2014 · NowRunning · Oct 2014

Bang Bang is an amalgam of exotic locations, power-packed action and good looking actors. If that's enough good for you, if you are still looking for the story hit the next screen and watch Haider.

4.0
TRM 4.4
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Kaanchi

Kaanchi

2014 · NowRunning · Apr 2014

...the once upon a time Showman of the film industry Subhash Ghai falters completely in putting together a great show in Kaanchi. Watch it only if you have absolutely nothing else to do.

3.0
TRM 4.3
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Samrat & Co.

Samrat & Co.

2014 · NowRunning · Apr 2014

Rajshri Banner should stick to what best they are known for - family dramas. Their effort to make the shift falls flat on its face. Best avoided.

2.0
TRM 3.4
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Revolver Rani

Revolver Rani

2014 · NowRunning · Apr 2014

Sai Kabir tries really hard to turn crude to class however, despite having all elements he ends up with a sluggish and half-baked plot. Watch it only for the exceptional performance of Kangana Ranaut.

5.0
TRM 5.6
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2 States

2 States

2014 · NowRunning · Apr 2014

...is a wasted opportunity to encash the popularity of a book. Despite the cast, the budgets and brand in place, the film fails to make a mark purely due to faulty execution. Not a funny or entertaining rom-com this one.

4.0
TRM 5.9
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Bhoothnath Returns

Bhoothnath Returns

2014 · NowRunning · Apr 2014

...is not as witty or humorous as it appears from its trailers. A film that could be entertaining all the way had it not lost its plot.

5.0
TRM 5.8
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Jal

Jal

2014 · NowRunning · Apr 2014

Jal could've worked phenomenally well had the art of filmmaking merged well with the story of it. However, with ample stress on beautifying the film than weaving a good plot around it, Jal ends up being an ambitious experiment that goes wrong.

4.0
TRM 5.3
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Main Tera Hero

Main Tera Hero

2014 · NowRunning · Apr 2014

After years one has seen a film complete with all elements of a commercial caper and yet not tripe or boring. A thoroughly entertaining film, Main Tera Hero is a must watch. If you've been a David Dhawan fan, if you are amidst the countless teenage girls who are swooned over by Varun Dhawan, if you haven't been for an entertaining Bollywood comedy for the longest time, Main Tera Hero is the film for you.

7.0
TRM 5.5
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O Teri

O Teri

2014 · NowRunning · Mar 2014

O Teri from its title is self explanatory of the expression you'd have whilst watching it. We suggest you lay off the film.

2.0
TRM 2.5
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Dishkiyaoon

Dishkiyaoon

2014 · NowRunning · Mar 2014

Throughout the film Viki Kartoos keeps reiterating his mantra that being smart is enough for him in his field, only if the makers could stick to the story in a similar fashion we would've had a far better film than Diskiyaoon. A complete shot in the dark.

3.0
TRM 3.6
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Ragini MMS 2

Ragini MMS 2

2014 · NowRunning · Mar 2014

Despite a half-baked script with cliched masala, Ragini MMS 2 is worth a watch purely for Sunny Leone's performance.

4.0
TRM 4.5
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Lakshmi

Lakshmi

2014 · NowRunning · Mar 2014

To sum it up, Lakshmi is a story that's disturbing, shocking but a courageous effort. Watch this movie for stellar performances.

5.0
TRM 5.9
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Gang of Ghosts

Gang of Ghosts

2014 · NowRunning · Mar 2014

...tries too hard to be funny and fit the bill of a commercial caper. Sadly, it falls short by miles.

3.0
TRM 3.8
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Shorts

Shorts

2013 · NowRunning · Mar 2014

To sum it up, Shorts may certainly not be a film for the commoners but even for cine-buffs the film has its minor highs and major lows.

5.0
TRM 5.4
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Gulaab Gang

Gulaab Gang

2014 · NowRunning · Mar 2014

...is a half baked attempt to present a gritty action drama. A movie which wastes potential of two brilliant actresses.

3.0
TRM 4.6
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Total Siyapaa

Total Siyapaa

2014 · NowRunning · Mar 2014

...is a lesson in knowing that merely seeking inspiration from international films isn't enough one still has to work on the script to make it palatable. A complete waste of a good plot.

2.0
TRM 3.8
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Queen

Queen

2014 · NowRunning · Mar 2014

... is one of the finest films this year that with all its simplicity strikes a chord with the mass. The movie deserves not one but repeated watch.

8.0
TRM 7.6
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Shaadi Ke Side Effects

Shaadi Ke Side Effects

2014 · NowRunning · Feb 2014

To sum it up, Shaadi Ke Side Effects is a great rom-com gone bad. The movie still is a great watch only and only for its first half.

5.0
TRM 5.6
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Highway

Highway

2014 · NowRunning · Feb 2014

To sum it up, Highway is tantalizingly delicious and a journey you would want to embark on. Must watch.

7.0
TRM 6.2
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Darr @The Mall

Darr @The Mall

2014 · NowRunning · Feb 2014

Darr @ At The Mall in short is a cliched horror film with extremely lengthy run time which bores you to the core. Easily avoidable.

2.0
TRM 4.3
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Gunday

Gunday

2014 · NowRunning · Feb 2014

Gunday is entertaining despite being a masala fair. This old wine in a saucy new bottle works!

6.0
TRM 4.9
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Karle Pyaar Karle

Karle Pyaar Karle

2014 · NowRunning · Jan 2014

...its difficult to fall in love with Karle Pyaar Karle for the simple reason that it's a badly made film with no redeeming factor. Stay away.

2.0
TRM 3.3
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Yaariyan

Yaariyan

2014 · NowRunning · Jan 2014

With no plot, horrid screenplay and horrendous performances, Yaariyan, in short, is the example that movie-making is not everybody's business. Stay away

2.0
TRM 3.4
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Dedh Ishqiya

Dedh Ishqiya

2014 · NowRunning · Jan 2014

...falls just a step short of being flawless and that's only because of the Tarantino-esq climax. But in the rest of the portions, the film, as promised, "Dedh" (One and a half) times the fun of the original.

6.0
TRM 7.2
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Mr Joe B. Carvalho

Mr Joe B. Carvalho

2014 · NowRunning · Jan 2014

...despite having actors like Arshad Warsi, Jaaved Jaffrey and Soha Ali Khan Mr Joe B Carvalho fails miserably and is devoid of any reason for one to watch this film. Best avoided.

1.0
TRM 2.9
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Mahabharat 3D

Mahabharat 3D

2013 · NowRunning · Dec 2013

Jayantilal Gada's Mahabharat in short is a shoddy and insipid representation of a mighty mythology which really has no potential to entice the kids.

3.0
TRM 4.6
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What The Fish

What The Fish

2013 · NowRunning · Dec 2013

...s a disappointing case of a lost opportunity. The film is replete with chaos and unfunny squirmy sequences so it's best you stay away from it.

3.0
TRM 3.8
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R... Rajkumar

R... Rajkumar

2013 · NowRunning · Dec 2013

...one of the weakest works of Prabhu Dheva and a highly banal and boring action-romance.

3.0
TRM 3.3
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Bullett Raja

Bullett Raja

2013 · NowRunning · Nov 2013

...had the scope to bring about some content in the current crop of massy entertainers and could cater to the intelligentsia but Tigmanshu Dhulia's inept attempt ruins all such chances. Quite a downer!

4.0
TRM 5.2
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Gori Tere Pyaar Mein

Gori Tere Pyaar Mein

2013 · NowRunning · Nov 2013

...the weakest offering from Dharma Productions in the longest time and is an easy skip lest you are Imran or Kareena fans.

2.0
TRM 4.8
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Singh Saab the Great

Singh Saab the Great

2013 · NowRunning · Nov 2013

...is a complete single screen film for Sunny Deol fans who are yearning to see him back in action. For the others it's just another masala entertainer.

4.0
TRM 4.8
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Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram Leela

Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram Leela

2013 · NowRunning · Nov 2013

... has brilliance written all over it. One of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's finest. Yes, there are flaws but it isn't said for no reason that imperfections make a thing more real.

7.0
TRM 6.3
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Rajjo

Rajjo

2013 · NowRunning · Nov 2013

Rajjo has many shortcomings making is an easy skip. Filmmaker Vishwas Patil not only fails to extract performance from an actress like Kangana but also fails miserably in putting together a film which can be watched.

2.0
TRM 3.2
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Satya 2

Satya 2

2013 · NowRunning · Nov 2013

... comes 15 years after Satya is one of the worst works from the stable of RGV ki Factory. The movie is clearly not a worthy successor of its predecessor.

2.0
TRM 3.5
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Krrish 3

Krrish 3

2013 · NowRunning · Nov 2013

...scores top marks for the visuals but takes serious beatings in the story and hence ends up disappointing you.

5.0
TRM 5.6
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Shahid

Shahid

2013 · NowRunning · Oct 2013

Shahid is not just gritty and gripping but also a highly inspirational and emotionally stirring. One of the must watch films of the year.

7.0
TRM 7.1
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Boss

Boss

2013 · NowRunning · Oct 2013

Despite being an age-old cinema, Akshay Kumar's Boss will find its takers among the ones who have been making films like Chennai Express record-breaking hits. The movie for the others will prove to be highly mediocre.

4.0
TRM 5.0
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Mickey Virus

Mickey Virus

2013 · NowRunning · Oct 2013

...if stripped of all tripe treatment had the scope to be a thoroughly entertaining film but falls short and ends up disappointing the audience.

4.0
TRM 4.9
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Ishk Actually

Ishk Actually

2013 · NowRunning · Oct 2013

Ishk Actually is actually that bad a film that you would either want to run to the exit or make use of the air conditioned theater and sleep your way through it. Best avoided.

2.0
TRM 3.8
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Sooper Se Ooper

Sooper Se Ooper

2013 · NowRunning · Oct 2013

Sooper Se Ooper barely holds any merit for one to go watch the film. Easy avoidable.

2.0
TRM 4.4
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Enemmy

Enemmy

2013 · NowRunning · Jun 2013

To sum it up, Enemmy could've worked well with the masses if it was the '80s era. In the present times thanks to the many films one has seen in similar genre, it fails to thrill.

3.0
TRM 4.3
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Chhota Bheem and the throne of Bali

Chhota Bheem and the throne of Bali

2013 · NowRunning · Jun 2013

Chhota Bheem And The Throne Of Bali in short, is a film that will work brilliantly with the kids. Can't say so in case of adults for we are yet to bridge that gap.

6.0
TRM 5.4
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