Film Anniversary

The film ‘Aarakshan,’ directed by Prakash Jha, explores the complexities of India’s education system and the issue of reservation. The film, starring Amitabh Bachchan, doesn’t offer simple answers, but instead, …

Part 2 of Gangs of Wasseypur, released shortly after the first installment, escalated the violence. The film, directed by Anurag Kashyap, plunges viewers into a world of trigger-happy characters, where …

Akarsh Khurana’s film, a near-impossible feat, explores humor within mortality. Despite some pacing issues, it’s a film that manages to avoid offense. The story feels drawn out at times, with …

Akarsh Khurana’s ‘Karwaan’ delves into the complex task of extracting humor from the realities of life and death. While not without its pacing issues, the film largely succeeds in its …

Anubhav Sinha’s film ‘Mulk,’ a powerful examination of the challenges faced by Indian Muslims, marks its seventh anniversary. The film serves as a poignant reminder of the divisions and distrust …

Shoojit Sircar’s debut film, *Yahaan*, offers a compelling exploration of love amidst the turmoil of Kashmir. Cinematographer Jakob Ihre’s use of blue-tinged lenses beautifully captures the valley’s duality of beauty …

Anjan Dutt’s ‘Bow Barracks Forever’ offers a gritty portrayal of the declining Anglo-Indian community in Kolkata. Unlike Aparna Sen’s ’36 Chowringhee Lane,’ which focused on intimate tragedy, Dutt’s film is …

Kabir Khan’s ‘New York’ isn’t just a film; it’s a cinematic exploration of friendship and betrayal against the backdrop of terrorism. The film delves into the evolution of terrorism through …

Sujoy Ghosh’s debut film, ‘Jhankaar Beats,’ is a refreshing take on life, love, and music, reminiscent of Farhan Akhtar’s ‘Dil Chahta Hai’ but with its own unique flair. The film …

Celina Jaitley reminisces about her experience in Khalid Mohamed’s ‘Silsilay’ as the film marks its 20th anniversary. She highlights the film’s unique anthology format, which explored love and longing across …