Ikkis and Bollywood’s Pakistan Fantasy Turns Into Moral Dilution

By BPN News Desk January 2, 2026

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The film Ikkis presents itself as a tribute to the 1971 war and the sacrifice of Lt Arun Khetarpal, Param Vir Chakra. On the surface, it claims to honour courage, duty, and loss. But beneath that intention lies a familiar Bollywood instinct that has long distorted how India’s wars with Pakistan

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The Taj Story: Paresh Rawal’s Brilliant Performance Stands Tall in a Film Undermined by Its Own Caution

By BPN News Desk November 17, 2025

The Taj Story attempts to walk a delicate cinematic tightrope — one stretched between historical debate, fictional reconstruction and the ever-sensitive arena of public sentiment. It is a film with ambition, urgency and relevance. But what it lacks is narrative conviction. What it does have, however, is a powerful anchor in the form of Paresh […]

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De De Pyaar De 2: A Charming Sequel Lifted by R. Madhavan’s Commanding Performance

By BPN News Desk November 17, 2025

De De Pyaar De 2 arrives with the usual expectations that accompany sequels — familiar faces, familiar conflicts and the risk of repetition. Yet, the film manages to rise above predictability, thanks largely to a magnetic, deeply nuanced performance by R. Madhavan. This sequel becomes his stage, and he commands it with effortless authority. Every […]

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Haq Review: Yami Gautam’s Boldest Role Yet in a Film That Redefines Justice

By BPN News Desk November 10, 2025

Suparn S Varma’s Haq stands tall as one of the most fearless courtroom dramas in recent Hindi cinema. The film revisits the emotionally charged debate between faith and fundamental rights through the lens of a woman’s quiet defiance. It is not loud or theatrical, yet every scene leaves a mark. At its heart, Haq is […]

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Starmer Brings Bollywood, Business to India

By BPN News Desk October 9, 2025

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has landed in Mumbai leading a record 125-member trade delegation, seeking to strengthen economic and cultural ties with India. The visit comes soon after the signing of the UK-India free trade agreement in July. Focus on Films and Business Starmer’s team includes business leaders, cultural representatives, and film industry executives. […]

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Kantara Two Is Cinema, Masti 4 Is Bollywood’s Limit

By BPN News Desk October 7, 2025

Kantara One was a revelation, and Kantara Two has gone even further, cementing itself as proof of what Indian cinema can achieve when vision, culture, and authenticity take the driver’s seat. Meanwhile, Bollywood has proudly lined up its next cultural contribution: Masti 4. Yes, while one part of India is busy redefining cinema, the other […]

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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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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 […]

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War 2 Review: Hrithik Roshan Spy Sequel Falls Flat

By BPN News Desk August 18, 2025

War 2, the much-hyped sequel in the YRF Spy Universe, lands with a thud rather than a bang. Directed by Ayan Mukerji and starring Hrithik Roshan, Jr NTR, and Kiara Advani, the film promised a globe-trotting spy saga but ends up recycling the worst clichés of Bollywood action cinema. The film opens with Hrithik Roshan […]

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Son of Sardaar 2 Movie Review: Desi Chaos with a Familiar Smile

By BPN News Desk August 1, 2025

Rating: ★★★☆☆ (3.0/5) Ajay Devgn returns as Jassi Randhawa in Son of Sardaar 2, the long-awaited follow-up to the 2012 masala hit. Directed with unapologetic flair and armed with a generous dose of slapstick and patriotic overtones, this sequel sticks to its roots—loud, chaotic, and resolutely committed to entertaining its audience, logic be damned. Set […]