Preeti Arora
Rediff
Most Divergent Takes
- Sona Spa (2013)1.0 vs TRM 4.3-3.3
- Chaar Din Ki Chandni (2012)1.0 vs TRM 4.2-3.2
- Hum Tum Shabana (2011)1.0 vs TRM 3.7-2.7
- My Friend Pinto (2011)2.0 vs TRM 4.6-2.6
- Yeh Khula Aasmaan (2012)2.0 vs TRM 4.5-2.5
Tere Bin Laden
2010 · Rediff · Nov 2014
If the film suffers it is mainly because of the budgetary constraints. Most of the film is restricted to the interiors as it probably wasn't possible to shoot the film in Pakistan. With better sets and a wider variety of locations, the film would have been a masterpiece. Tere Bin Laden is definitely a must-watch.
Sona Spa
2013 · Rediff · Apr 2013
It's about time Mumbai's most conspicuous theatre personality tries telling us a story for the sake of the story itself, and not because of some underlying itch to share his midnight epiphanies with the world.
I M 24
2012 · Rediff · Mar 2013
This film is strictly for Rajat Kapoor or Ranvir Shourie fans. Or you might just love it if you got dumped unceremoniously for losing your hair at twenty. The rest would be better off giving it a miss
Chaalis Chauraasi
2012 · Rediff · Mar 2013
Chaalis Chaurasi is a one-time watch for its stellar performances.
Tell Me O Khuda
2011 · Rediff · Nov 2012
This one is strictly for old-timers who could get a high seeing Dharmendra, Vinod Khanna and Rishi Kapoor in the same frame even if it is for just a few minutes. The rest would be happier watching Shah Rukh's antics in 3-D.
Chargesheet
2011 · Rediff · Nov 2012
Dev Anand still sees himself in a similar mould. Writing and directing movies. For those who felt the director in him would give younger actors a chance to dominate on screen, be warned this film is all about Dev Anand, Dev Anand and still more Dev Anand. In case you're not his admirer, you can abandon this review here itself. Or else keep reading.
My Friend Pinto
2011 · Rediff · Nov 2012
See this only if you are a Prateik Babbar fan. Else avoid.
Love Breakups Zindagi
2011 · Rediff · Nov 2012
If you like cute, cheesy, breezy love stories then Love Breakups Zindagi is for you.
Chillar Party
2011 · Rediff · Nov 2012
Chillar Party is an enjoyable film with plenty of laughs. Do watch this, unless of course you hate kids.
Chala Mussaddi... Office Office
2011 · Rediff · Nov 2012
This film is best avoided.
404
2011 · Rediff · Nov 2012
The film is a must watch for all 'thriller' fans. And also horror buffs! Don't miss it.
Zokkomon
2011 · Rediff · Nov 2012
Darsheel fans might just want to see this film. But be prepared to get disappointed. The rest are better off giving it a miss.
Chalo Dilli
2011 · Rediff · Nov 2012
See it if you adore either Lara Dutta or Vinay Pathak. Or else give it a miss.
Haunted – 3D
2011 · Rediff · Nov 2012
Haunted fails at reviving the age old haunted-house premise, bringing nothing new to the platter. The horror fans who thrive on Hiss and Click, or the Mimoh fans might just be able to sit through this film. The others should give it a miss.
Love U...Mr. Kalakaar!
2011 · Rediff · Nov 2012
Love U…Mr Kalakaar, the latest offering from the Barjatyas is a sincere attempt to break away from their own self-imposed archaic formulas.
Kucch Luv Jaisaa
2011 · Rediff · Nov 2012
Rahul Bose fans may enjoy this film. Or Shifaali Shah fans, (yes she does have many admirers). Or if you enjoy 'multiplex' films which take over two hours to get a 'message' across to you. The rest are safest giving it a miss.
Bhindi Baazaar Inc.
2011 · Rediff · Nov 2012
Of course, there's nothing wrong with a movie that aims to root itself in multiple plotlines, but everyone isn't Quentin Tarantino at the end of the day. Even copying films such as Satya and Vaastav (which established the gangster genre) is an art. An important lesson for first-time film maker Ankush Bhatt.
Double Dhamaal
2011 · Rediff · Nov 2012
Double Dhamaal is a huge disappointment. Especially for those who've seen the first part. And even for those who haven't. Watch it at your own risk.
Utt Pataang
2011 · Rediff · Nov 2012
Utt Pataang is interesting provided you enjoy comic capers with a hint of romance.
Raaz 3
2012 · Rediff · Nov 2012
Is there something worse than an outright plagiarist? Perhaps someone unoriginal who doesn't realise the limits of their own skill? That is something Vikram Bhatt should seriously consider before he decides to let loose another half baked, corpse-like aatma on us.
From Sydney with Love
2012 · Rediff · Nov 2012
With a running time of two hours and eighteen minutes, this one is best avoided. Do gift the DVD to friends whom you never want to meet again. Hopefully they'll get the hint….
Gattu
2012 · Rediff · Nov 2012
Gattu is a must watch for all but most especially cynics who believe 'there is no hope for any of us'. It took Gattu just a little less than two hours to prove it.
Arjun: The Warrior Prince
2012 · Rediff · Nov 2012
Arjun: The Warrior Prince, it isn't the first film to be made about the Mahabharata. It won't be the last, either. It also isn't India's first animated film, but it is certainly one of Bollywood's better (maybe even best) animated ventures.It would've been easy to let this plot go stale, for the simple reason that it has been explored so much, but hats off to the director for bringing something new to the platter.Being an animated film, Arjun is sure to find a connect with kids. It is also a great outing for someone who wishes to walk down nostalgia lane with their favourite tales of the good old days.
Ferrari Ki Sawaari
2012 · Rediff · Nov 2012
Ferrari Ki Sawaari isn't something that was put together in a hurry because the actors were available. This was a tribute to all the young boys who spend countless hours, dreaming of the day when they can wield the bat with the same passion as the master blaster does. A sweet feel good film with its heart in the right place.The dialogues by RajKumar Hirani entertain us with a handful of LOL-worthy moments.And that is the best that can be said about Ferrari Ki Sawaari. One or two brilliant moments, a handful of good moments but they don't come together to give us a great film.
Yeh Khula Aasmaan
2012 · Rediff · Nov 2012
There is only one reason to see this film. It will definitely be a long long time before you tell somebody, "Oh, go fly a kite"
London, Paris, New York
2012 · Rediff · Nov 2012
Beginning on a light-hearted note, the director is unable to sustain the mood. When the characters are in a state of turmoil the dialogues lose their conversational feel. It's here the film starts running out of steam. The director uses melodrama to depict anxiety and stress.
Chaar Din Ki Chandni
2012 · Rediff · Nov 2012
This film is best avoided unless you want to see how the classic Yash Chopra hit song "Chandni, Tu Meri Chandni" has been ruthlessly murdered.
Will You Marry Me?
2012 · Rediff · Nov 2012
The redeeming feature about Will You Marry Me is the complete lack of pretensions. Vulgarity, crass humour (including a scene with a bare-chested Muzammil sporting a black-and-white candy striped bra) comprise the ethos of the film. While most of us may dismiss the film outright, there are always a few takers for these so-called 'ingenuous' sex comedies.Maybe that's why they're being dished out with such amazing frequency.
Tere Naal Love Ho Gaya
2012 · Rediff · Nov 2012
The story isn't exactly original or unique. Yet another romantic comedy, Tere Naal Love Ho Gaya is in many ways reminiscent of Dil Hai Ki Manta Nahin, and the more recent blockbuster Jab We Met