One time watch, not extraordinary.
Ajay Devgn is back to entertain his fans & this time he is in Raid as an Income-tax officer. Directed by Rajkumar Gupta, this film tells a story of India's longest raid that happened in 1981.

Though, the subject is about a single raid, it is difficult to make a full feature film without loosing audience. Ritesh Shah, writer of this film, has done commandable job. But, it could have been made with more intense drama, more sharp dialogue and more twists and turns. Other than that, I think this film has no other negative point.

Saurabh Shukla is again delivering a power-pack performance. Ileana is sweet and subtle in her tiny role. The old actress who is playing Saurabh Shukla's mother, is the major plus point of this film. Whenever she comes on the screen, it is hard to control your smile. Apart from her, Amit Sial plays an important role to entertain people.

Ajay Devgn has given another good performance. Though, I have to admit that this is not his best. He has many roles which will be remembered by me, but not this one.

There are three songs. Last song by Papon is good. Other two songs by Rahat Fateh Ali Khan are not required in the film. But, they don't take much time, so it's fine.

There are two dialogues which I really liked: 'Jo apni zuban ka nahi, Wo insan bhi hai kya!'& 'India ke officers ka nahi, unki Biwiyon ka bahadur hona zaruri hai!'

I went to see some extraordinary film, but it is not at all close. In my screen, where Ajay's fans came too, were not cheering or whistling, and I guess it's because the film lacks in punches. I don't know I am right or wrong, but as compare to Sonu or Padman, this film gives nothing to me (at least).

On the whole, if you are Ajay's fan, then go for it. Anyone can watch it one time. It is not bad. But for me, it is not superb. I would rather see Special 26 again.
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Luv's best film till date, will watch it again n again!
Luv Ranjan is famous for his so called realistic movies on youth like Pyar Ka Punchnama 1,2 and AakashVaani. This time he has taken a challenge, to show us the fight between girl vs friend!

Sonu (Kartik Aaryan) is a best friend of Titu (Sunny Singh) since school. He has been protective about his friend all the time. After successfully conducted a breakup by Sonu, Titu plans to get settled and finds out Sweety (Nushrat) for arranged marriage. However, Sonu has instincts that she is not the right girl. I am not reviling much, but from trailer it is clear that, it is a fight between boy's best friend or girl. See the film to find out who's won!

Music is cool. Though, there are few songs which personally I didn't like, but they are suitable in the film's mood. Though, there is a song about friendship, sung by Arijit, is extremely good. Also, the performance in that song makes it more delightful.

Sunny Singh has done his part fine. Nushrat is the girl who always hits the note! Her expressions, especially from smile to arrogance and arrogance to smile, are superb. Supportive cast is good.

There are two men in the film, who can make it watchable for couple of times, and they are- Kartik Aaryan and Alok Nath. No one can think even in dream that Alok Nath can deliver local gaalis. The drinking scenes, the kebab scenes, the conversations between Alok and Kartik- these are the scenes which uplift the film on the level it deserves to be. Hat's off to the casting director for making Alokji 'Ghazeete'. For Kartik, I would say that let's declare this man- Sexiest Youngster in India! Also, no one can pull off this role as he has done. He is going to be the next superstar who can act, and will definitely do for a very long time.

Camerawork is superb. Editing is sharp. Locations are beautiful. The film is colorful as well as grand in the scale. Dialogues are to the point and up to the mark. The war of words have been excellently written for both the characters (Sonu and Sweety). Every punch line has its own value, and people are shouting and cheering and clapping onto those lines. The 'Didi ne kaha' scenes were so funny that I am laughing now while writing about them. There was a group in my hall, which went mad in climax, and started cheering and shouting, as the delivery was superb by actors. I really liked The No Monologue climax, instead just few lines with great conviction. It gives strength to us too, as whatsoever happening there, is in the right mood and on the right track.

So, for showing the absolutely Right way through the film, and for the answer of the question, on which the film has been made, I would like to thank Luv Ranjan. This is by far his best film. And would like to watch this again and again.

Go for it guys. You will put it in your all time favorites. I found no objection in the film. It is sharp, quick, quirky, funny, light hearted, original, to the point, genuine, hilarious, and the best from Luv.
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This is not a Neeraj Pandey Film!
Believe me, I am a Neeraj Pandey fan. I was mesmerized while watching Baby. Even the background score is still there in my mind. I think that was the best of Neeraj. He had given superb as well as good films, too. But, this is also absolutely true that Aiyaary is his worst film ever.

The story is very very very slow. Even it is not understandable. The flow and touch of Pandey is missing. I also feel that Manoj could have done it better. But, what can an actor do when he has nothing to perform! It is a harsh truth, but, this film has no element of film in it. That means, no entertainment, no drama, no thrills, no stunts, no grip, & even just a single song... Which was okay. I am hugely disappointed.

No actors have done superb, except Naseeruddin Shah. He is superb in his tiny role. I like Rakul Preet. Thank God, she was there, as my time passed by just watching her. I like just a single dialogue - 'Aap humari aanewali naslon ko kya degne!'

I know, I can't rate any movie like this. I always look good in everything. But, this film is a disaster. The climax, on which the story is based on, is like 'what! Really?'

It is not like a Neeraj Pandey film at all. I also think the film is not being edited at all! Save yourself, or jump in a dry well! This rating is only for their hard work and Naseer & Rakul's presence.
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Fantabulous Film!
Lucknow Central
is the movie I was searching for!
In 2017, starting from Rangoon, then Bahubali 2, TubeLight, Jagga Jasoos, Jab Harry Met Sejal, and others, I was expecting a High Kick which can give me झटका! But it could not be possible. फ़िल्म इतनी अच्छी जा रही होती, लेकिन कुछ minus point पकड़ में आ जाता, और 4* पे रुक जाती, या 3,3.5* पे! After watching Bareily Ki Barfi, I felt like it's a 4* or above film, not 5/5! So, I gave up
भूल गया कि अब कोई Kick मिलेगी। सारी बड़ी फ़िल्में जिनसे उम्मीद थीं, वो खरी न उतरी। लेकिन मुझे भी क्या पता था कि आज का दिन 2017 का सबसे धाँसू दिन बन जाएगा
लखनऊ सेन्ट्रल एक ऐसी फ़िल्म है, जो हर हिंदुस्तानी को इस समय देखनी चाहिए, समझना चाहिए कि उनको क्या करना है! गंदे लोग बढ़ रहे हैं, ऐसे में यह फ़िल्म का ज़्यादा कमाई करना नामुमकिन है। क्योंकि इसमें कुछ गंदा नहीं, न अश्लीलता है, न भद्दा मज़ाक है, न छिछोरापंती है, न ही फ़िज़ूल की बातें हैं। अपनी सच्ची और अच्छाई प्रदर्शित करती इस कहानी को सही ढाँचे में ले जाने वाले तमाम बेहतरीन कलाकारों का शुक्रिया! मैं जानता हूँ, कि आप अब भी नहीं जायेंगे देखने, मत जाइए, मुझे कोई नुकसान या फ़ायदा नहीं होगा, बल्कि आपको होगा नुकसान, अच्छी बात दिमाग़ में न घुसाकर!
फ़िल्म देखने के बाद अपनी बात मैंने मेकर्स से भी कर दी और दर्शकों से भी। फ़िल्म का सचोट संवाद अंत में- 'न्याय किसीको नहीं मिलता, मिलता है सिर्फ़ गुड़लक या बैडलक!'
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Anish Misra
I also loved the film. It's sad that It got very low attention
Maulin Parmar
@AnishMisra Yeah, that's the harsh Truth. I loved it.
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Got placed in my all time favs!
In dry state Gujarat, film theaters were also facing dryness at the box office. Since, Padmaavat is not being released in this state, every cinelover or even normal people were waiting for a film to watch in theater. So, in the second month of the year, a film is out starring the most popular actor- Akshay Kumar in the titular role of Padman.

Film is based on true story. Padman is a madman- This is what the villagers think. Because, He cares and thinks for the safety of his wife while she is having a period. He then understands the basic needs for women. How does he invent pads and after that what problems he faces to aware people for using those pads are the questions which will be covered during the film. And this film is the most entertaining film, I repeat, Most entertaining film!

I found Toilet very slow and boring. But, this is super intriguing and paced based film. R. Balki is known for his unusual subjects. He is master in that. So, no doubt in that. Though I feel this film does not show his directorial efforts. But, kudos to him for his brave choices and also for, as of now, his biggest hit till date.

Radhika Apte suits in her character of a village bride. She plays comfortably. Sonam Kapoor has one more hit in her career. Again she shines out, like she was in Bhag Milkha Bhag. She delivers her one of the best performances. Others are good. Balki's film is incomplete without Amitabh Bachchan, so brace yourself before watching his cameo!

Akshay Kumar is the only actor who works for his audience. Now, he is bringing stories which have to be told worldwide. Also, I feel that he is becoming mature towards his acting and choosing subjects. No other actor can pull off this role as beautifully as him. This time I am feeling the vibes of him enjoying this role so much, as he always tries to help someone, especially women, and this character does the same!

Amit Trivedi is known for his western music with cultural touch. You will feel this in Sayaani Song. Title song is good, too. Sweet, simple and suitable music. If you want shayari with simple words or even English words, Kausar Munir is the best lyricist. She can give you Tu Hi Hai from Dear Zindagi, as well as, Aaj Se Tera Ho Gaya in this one.

With claps worthy dialogues, entertaining screenplay, Narmada, New York, IIT Delhi and Akshay Kumar all in one packet, this Padman will satisfy you for sure. The speech at UN by Padman was terrific. His monologue will be remembered for life long!

With mixture of emotions, innocence and determination, anyone can come up with an innovation. Try to think besides yourself. The world is waiting for your invaluable ideas. JanSankhya (Number of people) is more in our country, so does ZahanSankhya (Number of Minds)! Think in the direction of betterment of people. Like Padmashree winner- The Original Padman did.
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This Vodka gives you good mental excersice.
Debutante director Kushal Shrivastava brings to us a murder mystery thriller film starring Kay Kay Menon in the lead.

Film is set in Manali, where few murders happen in a Hotel called Vodka Diaries. ACP Ashwini Dixit starts his searching for the murderer. Meanwhile, lot's of complexities happen in his life or you can say in his mind. The answer of Who is the murderer becomes really tricky and complex due to lot's of twists and turns.

The snowy mountains have been shown superbly. Kudos to the cinematographer for using the beautiful place as a haunted one. Similarly, the background score gives you a feeling like these incidents are happening in front of you. My favorite piece of music was when Ashwini enters in happening market in night.

Sharib Hashmi plays the role of sub-inspector. He is good. Mandira as ACP's wife is average. May be another actress can be able to pull the role better. Raima suits in her role perfectly.

Kay Kay Menon is the reason I went for. He is absolutely fantastic as usual. I am sure you will connect to him from the very first frame. He has done a fabulous job. Also, I liked the setup of the conversations between husband and wife with the usage of poems and ghazals.

This film is watchable for the performance by Kay Kay and the complexity created by director Kushal. He, as a debutante, is superb. Though, I find the plot similar to a Bollywood movie (I will not write the name, else you will get the theme of this film if you have seen that) starring Rajiv Khandelwal. That is the reason why I am reducing the rating. But, having said that, the situations created in this one are far different and more fast-paced. You can surely feel the thrill during the runtime.

On the whole, this film is definitely worth a watch. But, I guess, it won't make money, because the 2 big Ps are coming next week. Anyway, if you have time, go for it.
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Super Start of 2018
Anurag Kashyap is redefining himself. I didn't like his last two films Bombay Velvet and Raman Raghav 2.0. But I like this one.
I was amazed to see the whole story which was shown to us in trailer was there in first half itself. I got excited to think what the film will tell in the second half. First half was full of love, songs, romance, fight, and happy ending. Second half contains the issues in Government sectors, offices, sports and above all Uttar Pradesh.
I wish Ravi Kishan's character had been written more. He suits in his perfectly. Debutant actress Zoya delivers superb expressions. Jimmy Shergil is as usual outstanding.
Vineet Kumar Singh is terrific. He is now become star. Everyone knows that he can act superbly. But after this film, everyone would know that he can hold the entire film too.
Songs are superb. Mushkil Hai Mel, Pantra, Bahut Dukha hai - Every song has its own charisma.
Overall, a very good start of this year with this film. Kashyap, take a bow!
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Name says it all!
Akshat Verma is famous for his dark humor and mad plot. After giving Delhi Belly as a writer, returns as a writer-director for this film, starring Saif Ali Khan, Deepak Dobriyal, Vijay Raaz, etc.

The film is all about what happened on that one night. Three parallel stories have been running in a city on the same night. There is no connection between them. But the screenplay has been written very well that we feel connected towards all of them from the very first scene of each stories.

Though, I believe that the most funny and fast paced story is the one between Vijay Raaz and Deepak Dobriyal. These two guys have chatted brilliantly about their plans and dreams in the most hilarious way. I want to thank CBFC for not deleting or muting any cuss words from this film, so that we can able to enjoy it in right manner. Without these words, What could Vijay Raaz do! LOL.

Kunaal Roy Kapoor and Shobhita Dhulipala with other two actors are there to just give us an idea what could happen in a party. Also, the other factor, which you will find out while watching, is bit overly handled according to me. That's the one thing I didn't like in this film.

The main part, or my favorite, is of Saif Ali Khan's! He has played an absolutely new character on screen. I wish I could have given chance...But, never mind! Saif has done his job superbly. Kudos to the thinker who thought the imagination and created the visuals of Saif's character. These are the highlights of the film. Isha Talwar is sweet and beautiful in her short role. Akshay Oberoi gives full support to his on screen brother Saif. By far, this story is the main part, (amm yes you got it right), of this film Kaalakaandi.

Bollywood is changing day by day. This is one of the changes. Many would not like the ending scene, but, I completely laughed out loud on that. Because you have to remember that this is just a mad, crude, creepy film. I am sure if you invest your time into this, you definitely forget all your problems. In fact, you'll forget your real life too and get trapped into this mad world! It is different from Delhi Belly. Humor is less here. Life and death and Karma... in an adult movie, which I think is only for youngsters. After watching this, I would say: Fuck the rest, Let the Karma do the Best! Enjoy.
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I think it is the best Bollywood movie of this year so far which has million times reliving value. Kudos to the prefect and logical love story.
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No violence, no below the belt. Just a few tear drops and a big smile
A Vidya Balan starrer film has been released Today. I am a big fan of Vidya. Also, I have huge respect for Manav Kaul as a writer as well as an actor. So, I went for the first day first show!

Name a recent film which has good message. Also, it should have finest performances, simple yet engaging story, more than five memorable moments, a song to be remembered, emotional touch, hilarious scenes, characters from surroundings, woman-centric theme, description of how to maintain good relationship with spouse, fresh content & India's best actress in the lead! You have to think more than more :p But after watching this, I guarantee you that you will get satisfaction in all the above criteria.

Vidya Balan has played many characters which are still used by fans while terming her. Another one is just added in the kitty. No one can play Sulu better or even closer to Vidya Balan. She is expressive, loud, smooth, simple, engaging, in short a perfect match to that character! Manav Kaul is supporting her fully. This pair is this year's coolest pair. He delivers a splendid performance. Whether you talk about office scenes or bedroom scenes, he is just superb. Ban Ja Tu Rani is making him a star apart from an actor.

Neha Dhupia & Vijay Maurya give good support. All other are suitable. Character build up has been done superbly. Every caller as well as the lady driver, each character speaks something and adds to the film. That is really rare.

There are several scenes which are totally hilarious. Ashok played by Manav reads a message on phone, and says 'Yaar ye Dr. Batra ko kaise pata chal jata hai ki baal jhad rahe hain! Messages aane lage hain!' Hahaha. Also, this one is my favorite, when in excitement Manav buttons up his shirt and starts to rotate it, and suddenly coins started falling from it in the bedroom! For me, It was The Most!

Although, Suresh Triveni has given a film of the year if I would say so. Because, I am expecting that it will surely do good business. I was watching some public reviews on youtube, and everyone is praising it like giving more than 3.5 stars. Some are saying five out of five. Twitter is full of praises too. Vidya will be remembered as Sulu for many years.

In the time, where a woman is being threatened by some people for saying something in the favor of her film, Tumhari Sulu is a must watch. It will help you to think about woman in a more subtle way. Real woman empowerment is what this film says. Feminism is what this film says. Do husbands let their wives to work at radio in night show or even as a driver of OLA? Film says so much but this post is I am feeling too small. Not only men, but the whole society has to give space to women and their thoughts as well as choices. Forget about rest of the world, start changing individually. We want more Sulu and more Ashok in society for better future.

Come and see how far or close you are to be Sulu or her husband Ashok. Positive vibes, excellent message, fantastic performances. No violence, no below the belt. Just a few tear drops and a big smile. Year's best till date. So, 5/5.
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