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Image - YouTube Tehran – John Abraham’s Spy Thriller on Netflix Review:   Tehran  (2025), directed by Arun Gopalan and streaming on  Netflix , is a layered  Indian spy action thriller  starring John Abraham, Neeru Bajwa, and Manushi Chhillar. Inspired by the 2012 Israeli diplomat attacks, the film shines with authentic locations, slick action, and relentless urgency. Abraham delivers in combat but struggles emotionally, while Chhillar feels underutilized. Though dense with subplots and occasionally documentary-like,  Tehran  offers gripping realism and political intrigue. A worthwhile watch for fans of  geopolitical thrillers , even if its storytelling sometimes falters. #TehranOnNetflix #JohnAbraham #ManushiChhillar #NeeruBajwa #BollywoodThriller #SpyThriller #ActionMovies2025 #NetflixIndia #GeopoliticalThriller #BollywoodReview More on John Abraham - Madras Cafe  & The Diplomat

The Amateur (2025): Spy Thrills with a Clever, Unconventional Edge The Amateur  (2025), streaming on Jio Hotstar, stars Rami Malek as a grief-stricken CIA cryptographer turned avenger. While the plot is pulpy and straightforward, it avoids cliché action tropes with inventive scenes—like the clever swimming pool sequence. Malek’s calm intensity works in parts, though his subdued charisma holds the film back. The standout is the ending—choosing justice over revenge, adding moral depth. It’s watchable, smart in places, and a decent pick for a lazy Sunday. But it doesn’t leave a lasting mark. Still, a fresh take on the spy thriller formula. #TheAmateur2025 #RamiMalek #SpyThriller #JioHotstar #ActionMovieReview #JamesHawes #MovieNight #JusticeOverRevenge #HollywoodThriller  Image - YouTube

Maalik  Review – A Gangster Story That Misses the Mark Maalik , released on 11 July 2025, is a Hindi action thriller starring Rajkummar Rao in an underwhelming gangster avatar. Directed by Pulkit, the film promises intensity but ends up delivering a tired tale set in the Hindi heartland. Despite a strong cast, the characters feel half-baked and the story lacks originality. Rao tries to break type, but the weak plot and clichéd treatment let him down. The backstory appears late and incomplete, making the narrative feel lazy.  Maalik  is skippable unless you’re a die-hard Rajkummar fan. #Maalik #RajkummarRao #MaalikReview #HindiMovies2025 #GangsterDrama #BollywoodThriller #Pulkit #JayShewakramani #KumarTaurani #ManushiChhillar #IndianCinema #UPBasedFilms #BollywoodSkipOrWatch #NewRelease2025 #ProsenjitChatterjee #saurabhsachdeva #saurabhshukla #anshumanpushkar #swanandkirkire #rajendragupta

Madras Cafe: A Gripping Political Thriller Rooted in Real Events Madras Cafe , streaming on various platforms, is a powerful political action thriller directed by  Shoojit Sircar . Starring  John Abraham  as a RAW agent, the film explores the Sri Lankan civil war and the events leading to a Prime Minister’s assassination. With tight direction, realistic storytelling, and no melodrama, it keeps you engaged. John delivers a restrained, mature performance. The film’s raw, documentary-style feel and smart writing make it a standout in Indian political cinema. A must-watch for fans of intense, realistic thrillers. #MadrasCafe #JohnAbraham #ShoojitSircar #PoliticalThriller #IndianCinema #RAWAgentStory #SriLankaConflict #BasedOnTrueEvents #BollywoodThriller #NoMelodrama #RealisticCinema #MustWatchMovies #HindiFilms #IntenseDrama #WarAndEspionage #NargisFakhri #RaashiKhanna

Vidaamuyarchi: A Stylish Thriller That Falls Short Streaming on Netflix,  Vidaamuyarchi  (meaning  Perseverance ) is a Tamil action thriller starring Ajith Kumar, Arjun Sarja, and Trisha Krishnan. Set in Azerbaijan, the story follows a man trying to rescue his wife from a mysterious group. Inspired by the 1997 film  Breakdown , the plot is predictable with obvious twists making the tension ineffective. While the film starts strong with good pacing and tension, it quickly loses grip. The storytelling lacks freshness, and execution weakens the impact. Watch it for the star cast, not the thrill. #Vidaamuyarchi #AjithKumar #TamilThriller #NetflixIndia #MagizhThirumeni #TrishaKrishnan #ActionDrama #SouthCinema #ArjunSarja #ReginaCassandra  Streaming Partner - Netflix Release Date - February 2025 Directed by - Magizh Thirumeni

Deva: A Smart Mystery That Stumbles Deva, streaming on Netflix, has an intelligent and intriguing premise—memory loss complicating a murder mystery—but the execution lacks intensity. Shahid Kapoor shines in action-packed sequences but isn’t fully explored as the lead. Pooja Hegde is underutilized, while the supporting cast does a fair job. The stretched middle dampens the suspense, and while the climax surprises, tighter storytelling and deeper character exploration could have elevated the film. This Bollywood remake of  Mumbai Police  leaves you wondering if the original was the better version. Watchable, but not gripping enough. #ShahidKapoor #DevaReview #BollywoodThriller #NetflixIndia #MumbaiPoliceRemake #HindiCinema  #DevaOnNetflix #ActionMystery #DevaMovie #PoojaHegde #UpendraLimaye #GirishKulkarni #PavailGulati #KubbraSait #PavailGulati #RosshanAndrrews #PravesshRana