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  Image - YouTube Blind Game Movie Review: Arjun Rampal and Priyamani Fail to Impress Intro:  Blind Game  (2026) is a Hindi crime thriller directed by Sangeeth Sivan, starring Arjun Rampal, Priyamani and Rohit Chandel. A remake of the Malayalam film  7th Day , the story follows an IPS officer investigating a case involving a group of friends and missing cash. The film is currently streaming on ZEE5. Review (90 Words):  I haven't watched the Malayalam original,  7th Day , but  Blind Game  is certainly a skip-it movie. Arjun Rampal and Priyamani, despite being familiar faces, couldn't save this crime thriller. The plot may have had potential, but the execution doesn't make for an engaging watch. There are too many twists and subplots, but very little suspense to keep you interested. Perhaps watching the original might throw some light on what went wrong here. I do believe every story has the potential to be told. This one just doesn't work. #BlindGa...

  Image - Netflix Dilwali Diwali Movie Review: A Good Idea That Needed More Time Intro:  Dilwali Diwali  (2026) is a Hindi family comedy-drama directed by Ritesh Menon and written by Ritu Mago. Streaming on Netflix from November 5, the film stars Mihir Ahuja, Manoj Pahwa, Neelu Kohli and Aurra Bhatnagar Badoni. It follows Ansh, a young engineer settled in Norway, who buys a luxurious apartment for his family. But when he returns home for Diwali, he discovers that his parents are happier in their old neighbourhood. Review (90 Words):  The premise of  Dilwali Diwali  is interesting, but the movie didn't quite hold my attention. I had expectations from Manoj Pahwa and Neelu Kohli, and both bring warmth to their roles. However, perhaps the weak writing doesn't give them enough to work with. The biggest issue is the runtime of just 60 minutes. The story feels rushed and could have been explored better. Interestingly, it reminded me of another Netflix film, ...

  Image - PrimeVideo The Crush Movie Review: Alicia Silverstone's 1993 Psychological Thriller Intro:  The Crush  (1993) is an American psychological thriller written and directed by Alan Shapiro. The film stars Cary Elwes as Nick Eliot and introduces Alicia Silverstone in her feature film debut as Adrian Forrester. The story explores an unsettling obsession that develops when a teenage girl becomes infatuated with an older man. Review (90 Words):  The Crush  popped up as a Netflix recommendation, and I decided to give it a try. One reason was that it features Alicia Silverstone in her debut film role. However, there isn't much here to hold my attention. The psychological thriller explores obsession, but the story feels predictable and takes a familiar route. Despite its interesting premise, it doesn't build enough suspense or leave much of an impression. If you're exploring 90s thrillers or are curious about Alicia Silverstone's early work, you could give it a w...

  Image - YouTube Baththa Movie Review: Vijay Sethupathi's Heartwarming Story on Netflix Intro:  Baththa   (2026) is a Tamil comedy-drama written and directed by Balaji Tharaneetharan. Streaming on Netflix, the film stars Vijay Sethupathi as a feared gangster whose life takes an unexpected turn after he gets locked inside a school bathroom. Master Sai Prithviraj, Lijomol Jose and Baby Sahasra Shree feature in supporting roles. Sai Abhyankkar has composed the music, with Selvakumar S. K. handling cinematography. Review (90 Words):  What a movie!  Baththa  is one of the most creative stories I have watched in recent months. Vijay Sethupathi is brilliant, and Master Sai Prithviraj as Sabari delivers an amazing performance. The background score by Sai Abhyankkar adds so much to the film. Balaji Tharaneetharan's story has a beautiful message about life and human connection. However, the film feels slow, even considering its 1986 setting. A few portions could hav...

  Image - YouTube Meethe Mein Kya Hai Review: An Average Family Drama with a Thoughtful Message Intro:  Meethe Mein Kya Hai  is a 2026 Hindi family comedy-drama directed by Radhika Bansal. Set in Lucknow during Diwali, the Netflix film follows a young widower who visits his grandmother with his family. Starring Ritwik Bhowmik, Rohini Hattangadi and Ayesha Raza Mishra, the film explores family relationships, everyday conflicts and the imperfections that bring people together. Review (90 Words):  I picked up  Meethe Mein Kya Hai  because of Ritwik Bhowmik, whose work I quite like, and the warmth I expected from its Diwali setting. The first half hour felt strange, and the film kept introducing interesting threads without taking them anywhere. It's a two-hour movie that never really goes somewhere. Nothing particularly great, and certainly not a grand film. But perhaps that's life. Family doesn't always fix us in a structured way. Through small characters, inc...

  Image - Prime Video Aspirants Review: From UPSC Dreams to the Realities of Success Intro:  Aspirants  is a Hindi drama web series produced by The Viral Fever (TVF), created by Arunabh Kumar and Shreyansh Pandey. It follows three friends: Abhilash, Guri and SK, through their UPSC preparation days in Delhi and their lives beyond the examination. The series stars Naveen Kasturia, Shivankit Singh Parihar, Abhilash Thapliyal, Sunny Hinduja and Namita Dubey. Across three seasons and 15 episodes, the story moves from the coaching centres of Old Rajinder Nagar to the challenges of administrative life. Season 1 premiered on YouTube in 2021, while Seasons 2 and 3 stream on Amazon Prime Video. Review (90 Words):  Aspirants   is one of the finest portrayals of the UPSC journey, especially in its first season. The story of Abhilash, Guri and SK captures friendship, ambition, heartbreak and the uncertainty of chasing a difficult goal. Season 2 explores life after success, w...