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Image - YouTube Title:   BHAGWAT: Chapter One – Rakshas (2025) Review – A Crime Thriller With Power-Packed Performances but Uneven Depth Intro:  BHAGWAT: Chapter One – Rakshas  is a  2025 Indian Hindi-language crime thriller  directed by  Akshay Shere . The film stars  Arshad Warsi  as Inspector Vishwas Bhagwat and  Jitendra Kumar  as Sameer, a mysterious professor, in lead roles. Produced by  Jio Studios, Baweja Studios, and Dog ‘n’ Bone Pictures , the story revolves around the investigation of a prostitution racket and draws loose inspiration from the  Cyanide Mohan case . It premiered on  ZEE5 on October 17, 2025 . Review ( 90 Words):  Two strong actors make  Bhagwat Chapter One: Rakshas  worth a watch.  Arshad Warsi  delivers another intense performance similar to  Asur , while  Jitendra Kumar  surprises with a completely new shade, far from his  Panchayat  or  Kot...

Image - YouTube Title:   Greater Kalesh (2025) Review – When Family Chaos Feels Familiar and Real Intro:   Greater Kalesh  is a  2025 Indian Hindi-language comedy-drama short film  directed by  Aditya Chandiok  and produced by  Terribly Tiny Tales (TTT) . Featuring  Ahsaas Channa  in the lead role, the film premiered on  Netflix on October 17, 2025 . Running for just 50 minutes, this slice-of-life story captures the funny, emotional, and chaotic sides of Indian families — where fights erupt as quickly as they fade, leaving behind laughter, love, and a touch of reflection. Review (90 words): Another movie where you can guess the theme right from the title.  Kalesh  means feud — and this short film perfectly mirrors the everyday chaos of Indian families.  Ahsaas Channa  takes the lead with courage and delivers a heartfelt performance that feels honest and real. The story is simple and predictable may be partially e...

Image - YouTube Title:   The Woman in Cabin 10 (2025) Review – A Chilling Voyage of Mystery and Fear Intro:   The Woman in Cabin 10  is a  2025 psychological thriller film  directed by  Simon Stone , co-written with  Joe Shrapnel and  Anna Waterhouse , based on the bestselling novel by  Ruth Ware . The film stars  Keira Knightley, Guy Pearce, Art Malik, Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Kaya Scodelario, Daniel Ings, and Hannah Waddingham . Set aboard a luxury yacht, this Netflix release (October 10, 2025) blends  mystery, suspense, and paranoia  in a gripping maritime setting that keeps audiences guessing till the end. Review  (90 Words):  I hadn’t read the book, but the title itself hinted at mystery—someone disappearing or dying in that particular cabin. The movie turned out to be fairly predictable yet engaging, with a few jerks and one unexpected twist that caught my attention. Keira Knightley portrayed strength and vulnerability ...

  Image - YouTube The Diplomat Season 3 :   Power, Politics & Masks — Keeps the Flame Alive Intro:  The Diplomat  is an American political drama created by  Debora Cahn , streaming on  Netflix . The show stars  Keri Russell  as  Ambassador Kate Wyler , a seasoned U.S. diplomat navigating global crises, shifting alliances, and personal turmoil. After the explosive events of Season 2,  The Diplomat Season 3  premiered on  16 October 2025 , continuing its high-stakes storytelling. The series has earned acclaim for its  smart writing ,  intense performances , and  realistic portrayal of diplomacy , making it one of Netflix’s most intelligent political thrillers. (Previous reviews:  Season 1  |  Season 2 ) Review (90 Words):  The Diplomat Season 3  picks up exactly where Season 2 ended, maintaining the same gripping pace and emotional cliffhanger. This is pure  binge-watch gold —you w...

13th: Lessons Beyond Classrooms — A Sincere Journey of Mentorship and Meaning Intro: 13th: Some Lessons Aren’t Taught in Classrooms  is an Indian Hindi-language drama web series created by Sameer Mishra and directed by Nishil Sheth. Produced by Abhishek Dhandharia under About Films, it stars Paresh Pahuja, Gagan Dev Riar, and Girija Oak Godbole, and premiered on  SonyLIV on 1st October 2025 . Image - Wikipedia Review (90 words):   13th  symbolises the “drop year” many students take after 12th to chase competitive exams. True to its tagline,  Some Lessons Aren’t Taught in Classrooms , the series focuses on life lessons — humility, ego, gratitude, and balance. It’s a warm, grounded drama that beautifully explores the bond between a mentor and student. Inspired by real-life educator Mohit Tyagi, it shows how self-awareness shapes true success. Though the pacing feels slow at times,  13th  stands out for its sincerity, realistic writing, and deeply relatab...

Image - YouTube The Game: A Relevant Idea That Loses Steam Intro:  The Game: You Never Play Alone  is a new Tamil-language thriller streaming on Netflix. It follows a career-driven game developer who pushes back against misogynistic expectations after becoming the target of brutal attacks—both online and in real life. While the premise is sharp and relevant, the execution struggles to keep up with its promise. It is  adapted from the French show   Le Jeu   (2019) Review 90 words:  The Game: You Never Play Alone  has a powerful idea at its core—spotlighting misogyny, online trolling, and the dangers of digital connections. But despite Shraddha Srinath’s presence, the seven-episode series feels stretched and predictable. The dubbing further dilutes the intensity, and lazy twists weaken the impact. Conceptually, it is relatable and relevant, but the writing doesn’t dig deep enough to sustain engagement. A passable thriller at best, it leaves you wishing t...

Image - YouTube Dhadak 2 Review: Strong Performances, Weak Storytelling in a Socially Relevant Drama Intro: Dhadak 2  (2025), directed by Shazia Iqbal and produced by Dharma Productions, Zee Studios, and Cloud 9 Pictures, is a spiritual sequel to  Dhadak  (2018) and a remake of the acclaimed Tamil film  Pariyerum Perumal . Starring Siddhant Chaturvedi and Triptii Dimri, the film explores love, caste, and societal barriers. Shot in Bhopal and now streaming on Netflix, it attempts to combine social commentary with mainstream storytelling, though the results remain mixed. 90-Word Review:  I hadn’t seen  Dhadak  but having watched  Sairaat , I expected  Dhadak 2  to carry that intensity. The movie opens with Saurabh Sachdeva in a striking scene, and the first half is engaging. Siddhant Chaturvedi surprises with a strong performance (first-half), supported well by Vipin Kumar Sharma and Anubha Fatehpura. Yet post-interval, the film loses its ...