Kantara Chapter 1 – Movie Review

By BPN News Desk October 2, 2025

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Rishab Shetty’s Kantara: Chapter 1 expands the celebrated world of Kantara into an ambitious prequel that stretches across mythology, folklore, and history. Set in pre-colonial coastal Karnataka, the film explores the origins of divine traditions and human conflict, offering audiences both a

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One Battle After Another – Movie Review

By BPN News Desk October 2, 2025

Paul Thomas Anderson’s One Battle After Another is an audacious blend of dark comedy, political satire, and action spectacle that cements his reputation as one of modern cinema’s boldest directors. Running at nearly three hours, the film refuses to settle into one genre, instead shifting between screwball farce, paranoid thriller, and tender family drama. It […]

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Dashavatar Review: The Kantara Moment of Marathi Cinema

By BPN News Desk September 20, 2025

Dashavatar (2025) arrives as a breathtaking blend of cinema and culture, one that anchors itself in the folk traditions of Konkan while speaking to a modern audience. Directed and written by Subodh Khanolkar, the film is a suspenseful yet soulful journey into the world of Dashavatari theatre, the centuries-old folk art based on the ten […]

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Jolly LLB 3 Review: A Courtroom Drama That Loses Its Way

By BPN News Desk September 19, 2025

Subhash Kapoor’s Jolly LLB 3 attempts to bring together the best elements of its successful predecessors: sharp satire, socially relevant themes, and the familiar clash of two flawed but endearing lawyers. This time, the subject is weightier than ever — the farmers’ protest and the contentious Land Acquisition Act. On paper, it should have been […]

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Ek Chatur Naar Movie Review

By BPN News Desk September 15, 2025

I walked into Ek Chatur Naar with a fair bit of curiosity. The film had the promise of being a sharp, witty black comedy thriller — the kind of cat-and-mouse game that thrives on tension, clever writing, and just the right amount of humour. And to its credit, the script lays a solid foundation. The […]

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Mirai (2025) Review: A Grand Fantasy with Flaws

By BPN News Desk September 13, 2025

Karthik Gattamneni’s Mirai is one of the most ambitious fantasy films to emerge from Telugu cinema in recent years. Backed by People Media Factory and mounted on a budget of around ₹60 crore, the film promises a grand spectacle that merges elements of Indian mythology with futuristic superhero storytelling. On paper, it is a bold […]

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Inspector Zende Review – 3.2/5: Fun One-Time Watch with Stellar Acting

By BPN News Desk September 8, 2025

Inspector Zende is a film that delivers entertainment in a quirky, unusual way, but it ultimately works best as a one-time watch. The movie’s playful tone keeps the viewer engaged, yet it also leaves behind a sense of incompleteness. The missed opportunities in the storyline and screenplay mean that while the ride is enjoyable, it […]

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The Bengal Files Review (1.5/5): Sensationalism Over Substance

By BPN News Desk September 6, 2025

I watched The Bengal Files with the expectation that it would shed light on one of the darkest yet least remembered chapters of Indian history, but what unfolded on screen was an absolute disappointment. The movie is all over the place. Instead of focusing on the core subject with sensitivity and depth, the filmmakers reduced […]

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Hridayapoorvam Review: A Warm Family Drama That Charms Despite Familiarity ★★★½ (3.6/5)

By BPN News Desk August 30, 2025

From the moment Hridayapoorvam began, we sensed we were in for a gentle, heartfelt experience. Sathyan Anthikad’s direction leans into the everyday rhythms of life, and with Mohanlal at the center, the story feels rooted, familiar, and reassuring. The film follows Sandeep, a heart transplant recipient whose journey takes him to Pune, where he meets […]

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Param Sundari Review: A Breezy Rom-Com That Trips Over Its Own Clichés ★★½ (2.5/5)

By BPN News Desk August 30, 2025

As we stepped out of Param Sundari, we were left with the impression of a film that dazzles in patches but struggles to find real depth. The setup had us intrigued—Sidharth Malhotra as Param, a Delhi boy who believes in algorithms when it comes to love, paired with Janhvi Kapoor as Sundari, a Malayali woman […]