Paul Nicodemus
Times Of India
Most Divergent Takes
- Daaku Maharaaj (2025)7.0 vs TRM 5.5+1.5
- Eagle (2024)6.0 vs TRM 4.8+1.2
- HIT: The Third Case (2025)7.0 vs TRM 5.9+1.1
- Hanu-Man (2024)7.0 vs TRM 5.9+1.1
- Pushpa 2 - The Rule (2024)7.0 vs TRM 6.0+1.0
Odela 2
2025 · Times Of India
Despite its flaws, Odela 2 is a bold attempt to push genre boundaries in Indian cinema. Watch it for Tamannaah’s powerful transformation and the rooted horror setting. But don’t expect a consistently gripping ride—this one’s more atmospheric than arresting.
Daaku Maharaaj
2025 · Times Of India
Daaku Maharaaj is a high-octane entertainer that thrives on Nandamuri Balakrishna’s commanding performance, stylish action sequences, and impressive technical values. While it doesn’t reinvent storytelling, it offers an engaging cinematic experience and a treat for Balakrishna’s fans.
Kannappa
2025 · Times Of India
Watch it if you enjoy sacred stories with strong visual storytelling and emotional payoff. Kannappa ends on a powerful note that resonates with devotees and admirers of culturally rooted cinema.
Game Changer
2025 · Times Of India
Game Changer is a well-executed commercial film. Shankar's grand scale and Ram Charan's brilliant performance, combined with strong supporting roles and technical excellence, make it a compelling watch for enthusiasts of the genre.
HIT: The Third Case
2025 · Times Of India
Watch it for Nani's most intense outing yet—gritty, stylised, and disturbing in equal measure.
Little Hearts
2025 · Times Of India
Nostalgia meets breezy humour in this coming-of-age romance that blends humour, city life and pop references with youthful charm.
Subham
2025 · Times Of India
Samantha and Praveen Kandregula deliver a genre-bending mix of spoof and satire. Watch it for the setting, the satire, and a tastefully offbeat tale that doesn't take itself too seriously.
Eagle
2024 · Times Of India
Eagle embodies the spirit of its title, offering a flight through suspense, action, and intrigue that is as ambitious as it is flawed. While the film may struggle to maintain a consistent narrative pace, its action sequences and Ravi Teja's performance stand out as highlights and compensate for the lacunae.
Devara: Part 1
2024 · Times Of India
Devara: Part 1 is visually stunning but narratively underwhelming.
Pushpa 2 - The Rule
2024 · Times Of India
Pushpa 2: The Rule is a sequel that surpasses its predecessor in scale, storytelling, and emotional depth. Sukumar’s vision, combined with Allu Arjun’s powerhouse performance, layered narrative, breathtaking visuals, and stellar ensemble cast, makes it a cinematic triumph that demands to be experienced on the big screen.
Balagam
2023 · Times Of India
Ingenuity in telling a natively rooted story is its strength. Watch it for its excellent storytelling, laced with the art and culture of rural Telangana.
Bhagavanth Kesari
2023 · Times Of India
While the first half could have offered a more engaging narrative, the film finds its stride in the second half with its blend of action and emotion championing women empowerment.
Kuberaa
2025 · Times Of India · Jun 2025
Kuberaa is not your usual commercial potboiler—and that’s precisely what makes it worth a watch. It's a brooding, introspective take on wealth and morality. It's not flawless, but it’s a bold leap from a filmmaker unafraid to reinvent his canvas.
Court: State vs. A Nobody
2025 · Times Of India · Mar 2025
Debutant director Ram Jagadeesh punches well above his weight, delivering a film that is both deeply moving and socially relevant. Court: State vs A Nobody is not just a courtroom drama—it is a slice-of-life portrayal of human emotions, societal biases, and the pursuit of justice. A must-watch.
Thandel
2025 · Times Of India · Feb 2025
Thandel is an engaging romantic action drama that delivers on its promise. While there are moments where the narrative could have been tighter, the film’s decent storytelling, moving music, stunning visuals and brilliant lead performances ensure it leaves an impact. If you’re looking for an intense love story with drama, action, and a touch of patriotism, Thandel is worth a watch.
Lucky Baskhar
2024 · Times Of India · Oct 2024
Lucky Baskhar emerges as a captivating period crime thriller, blending a nostalgic backdrop with a tale of human ambition and resilience. Venky Atluri’s direction, coupled with Dulquer Salmaan’s nuanced portrayal of Baskhar and a strong supporting cast, makes for an engaging cinematic experience.
Hanu-Man
2024 · Times Of India · Jan 2024
With solid storytelling, impressive visuals, and strong performances, the film successfully merges elements of mythology with contemporary action, offering a unique viewing experience in Indian cinema.