Just when you begin to believe that the show couldn't get any worse, it does. The channel 'DK Films' is relatively to new to the world of cinematography, their primary focus being VFX, I wasn't expecting wonders when I first started watching the show, but I, in no way was expecting an almost comical and atrocious dramatization rebelling to all senses.

For the first half, it seems almost to be a parody of the action genre, anticipate to be completely thrown off when you find it's not. It is almost like "The room", but much dingier.

The story is set to follow the journey of Charchit (Charchit Kaushik) as he investigates the mysterious circumstances under which his magician father left to never return. He struggles as clues do not add up and he comes in possession of a powerful magic charm (a pencil) that could finally serve him all the answers with the guiding aid of Narayan Narayan (Dushyant Kapoor) who protects him and the pencil from being captured by the evil powers.

Portrayal of characters is insipid and bad, actors fail to deliver any dialogue convincingly, dialogues being completely irrelevant and ill-considered to top it all. The only aspect even remotely suffer-able are the computer graphics, and not in any way call for the rebuke that writing and acting does. Maybe it is for a completely different set of audience, but definitely can in no way be recommended to an action enthusiast.

This mini web series mirroring the excruciating and familiar details of modern dating scenario from a woman's perspective in a light-hearted and rather grotesque fashion is actually a pleasant surprise. Every episode tracks a different facet of the dating journey , the challenges it brings and features a set of diverse and fresh characters.

Sumukhi Suresh brings her A-game and I earnestly wish that were true for the rest of the cast. For now only a wave of improvements can really wash off the dust and reveal the gold beneath, starting with screening for a more convincing cast and a more judicial approach to product integration in each episode (series being sponsored by NYKAA).

However, an interesting element is the incorporation of protagonist's alter ego that appears as a part of their imagination guiding them and questioning them in their endeavor of finding love. Ten minutes is the average length of each episode, and a fast pace manages to keep the show intriguing enough for those 10 minutes. Overall, The series can be credited for being sufficiently good for its niche, that is, dating and dating advice.

It might not be made in actual heaven, but it has been spun someplace where dreams are made. Directorial ingenuity speaks volumes and the production design exudes finesse.

Central theme of the series revolves around presenting the shortcomings in the weddings of the uber-rich. Alongside it, run many subplots surrounding the lives of Tara and Karan, the owners and partners of a wedding planning company 'Made in Heaven'. The Actors successfully showcase multidimensional characters and each episode unfurls a new nuance of the character, making them human, and helping the viewers resonate with their emotional struggles.

From the surreal on-screen of the presence of Sobhita Dhulipala as Tara Khanna, wife of a proud, vain and filthy rich business tycoon Adil Khanna (Jim Sarbh) to Kalki Koechlin's flawless embodiment of Faiza Naqvi (a recovering abuse victim) or Arjun Mathur's portrayal of a closeted gay man- Karan Mehra, the show remains consistently engaging.

At no point is the grandeur overdone or ostentatious. The web-series is an amalgamation of emotions, drama, and retribution. It becomes an instant top contender on anyone's binge-list.

The story starts off with Aditya (Vikrant Massey) looking forward to a night out with friends, but plans go awry and the night soon turns into a murder mystery. Chances of fair retribution looks bleak as he has no recollection of the night. The story begins on a high note and ends on a high note, it's the middle that feels dragged. Few shots and segues are redundantly long and unengaging.

However, remarkable performances manage to lure in the viewers and deliver as much as they promise. Madhav Mishra (Pankaj Tripathi) a sloppy unethical lawyer who is on a journey of trnaformation into a conscientious and dedicated individual, is the saving grace and delivers a performance that's hard to forget. Performances by Jackie Shroff and Vikrant Massey are quite convincing and remain consistent with the central theme. Appalling revelations seem to be reserved for the last couple of episodes. Thrills, therefore, are sparse.

Another concern for a fastidious viewer might be occurrence of unconvincing coincidences necessary to sustain story line. Being an adaptation writers could have made an attempt to copy the plot without the plot holes, The series is a bit far from competing with the big guns like sacred games but shines regardless in its niche.

A show about marriage, family, and therapy to tie the two together, Mind The Malhotras is a welcome revision in typical family dynamics. Worried about their relationship after all of their friends have had divorces, the Malhotras Rishabh (Cyrus Sahukar) and Shefali (Mini Mathur) decide to attend couple's therapy.

Wacky and comical interactions with the therapist, the recollection of unconventional instances in their married life, and a constant concern for their quirky son make up for most of the comedy in the show. Although the daughters have a scarce presence and a bit bland one too, the character of mother-in-law is a great addition.

The situations may seem a bit cliche and worn out at times, the actors, however, manage to pull off most scenes convincingly despite the choppy writing. The show could definitely use some solid punch lines and more frivolous situations to make it memorable.

It's a light-hearted entertainer, will not completely knock your shoes off, but will not disappoint either.

On first glance what looks like an ensemble of fierce, bold and chic cast, soon turns into a labyrinth of too many ideas. Way too many ideas. It tries to blend the essence of feminism, sexism and 'good girls have fun', resulting in an unappetizing smoothy that is hard to digest.

The show follows the journey of four women Damini (Sayani Gupta), chief executive editor at a revelatory news site; Anjana (Kriti Kulhari), a lawyer, a divorcee, and mother; Umang (VJ Bani), a fitness trainer; Siddhi (Maanvi Gagroo), a distressed maiden. Grappling with love, careers and societal norms they gather quite often at a bar to find solace in the other's company. The issues seem a bit cliche at times, but Umang (VJ bani) is a breath of fresh air in most instances and never fails to grab attention with her surreal on-screen presence.

However, the glamorous outfits and fancy backdrops are done right and make the show quite an eye candy. This precarious heap of viewpoints can be well credited for not being ostentatious and overall, the character and story development is not a complete loose end and may even draw viewers in.

Stir away from high expectations, and show just might even seem entertaining.

Kota factory is indeed the sliver of bliss in the dark despair of familiar Kota "stories" and experiences that millions have lived. Viewers will find no trouble identifying with turbulent journeys, everyday snags and unfortunate events that characters sail through. The tactful writing and on-point performances hook in the viewer while the cultured incorporation of humor guarantees of an amusing ride.

Highlighting the aspects of a student's life other than textbooks and chalkboards, Kota factory does not shy away from rather hard truths of relationships, failures and mental health. However, the series does seem a little innocuous while addressing the redundancy of Kota culture (maybe because of corporate sponsorship), but still is a huge leap in debunking the prevailing myths and helping people realize of possibilities beyond Kota.

Protagonist Vaibhav Pandey (Mayur More), a teen from a small town, an IIT aspirant, a student at prodigy classes (a coaching institute), Kota is extremely likable. All leads embody a distinguishing flair, like the grit of Vaibhav, the innocence of Meena (Ranjan Raj), the fierceness of Shivangi (Ahsaas Channa), or the liveliness of Uday (Alam Khan), making the show appealing and structured. However, the presence of a resolute guiding light, a knight in shining armor, Jeetu (Jitendra Kumar) 'bhaiya', physics faculty, prodigy institute, can often seem too good to be true.

Central themes for episodes are well chosen and resonate with the target audience. Noone will most definitely repent investing time watching this web series, and one may even find themselves repeating some of its clever and hysterical lines.