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Striker (2010) Review – A Gritty, Honest Film That Strikes Hard Without Trying to Entertain Intro:  Striker  is a  2010 Hindi action drama  written, directed, and produced by  Chandan Arora . The film stars  Siddharth  in the lead role, supported by  Usha Jadhav, Padmapriya, Aditya Pancholi, Ankur Vikal, Anupam Kher, Seema Biswas,Vidya Malvade  and  Anup Soni . Released on  5 February 2010 ,  Striker  made history by becoming the  first Indian film to premiere on YouTube globally on the same day as its theatrical release . Set against the backdrop of Mumbai’s underbelly, the film uses the game of  carrom  as both a sport and a metaphor for survival. REVIEW ( 90 Words):  Striker  is not an entertaining or feel-good film, and that’s exactly its strength. It’s serious, gritty, and meant for a selective audience. The film stands out for its authenticity, strong performances, and a powerful story that s...

  Party (1984) – A Mirror to Society’s Moral Decay Govind Nihalani’s  Party  (1984) is a scathing critique of artistic hypocrisy and societal decay. Set over a single evening, it dissects the privileged intellectual elite, exposing their self-serving ideals through sharp dialogues. The absent hero, Amrit, a true artist devoted to the oppressed, haunts the gathering, culminating in a tragic climax. With stellar performances and stark realism, Nihalani crafts a claustrophobic setting that mirrors societal entrapment. A timeless reflection on moral dilemmas,  Party  remains a gripping, thought-provoking watch. Now streaming on YouTube. #Party1984 #GovindNihalani #IndianCinema #ArtVsReality #OmPuri #NaseeruddinShah #ClassicCinema Release Date - 1984 Streaming Partner - YouTube Director - Govind Nihalani Cast - Manohar Singh,  Vijaya Mehta,  Rohini Hattangadi, Om Puri, Naseeruddin Shah, Deepa Sahi, Amrish Puri, Shafi Inamdar,...