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LSD 2 BRINGS A CHAOTIC DIGITAL JUNGLE TO ITS VIEWERS

“LSD 2” unfolds like a frenetic fever dream deliberately crafted to mirror the digital turmoil we navigate daily, and it ominously hints at a dystopian future we are racing toward. Scenes transition rapidly, reflecting our dwindling attention spans, and the camera becomes a colossal symbol of the myriad screens that dominate our lives.

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“BADE MIYAN CHOTE MIYAN” IS A LOT OF BUZZ TO NO AVAIL

Freddy and Rocky, two expert soldiers, are court-martialed and expelled from the Army for insubordination. The reasons behind their dismissal are murky and only become clear later in the movie. Meanwhile, Freddy is seen working in an oil mine in a desert, and Rocky is depicted fighting a fire and saving a trapped cat in Delhi.

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DEV PATEL’S “MONKEY MAN” LEANS HEAVILY INTO MIMICRY, HOMAGE, AND CULTURAL REPLICATION FAILING TO CREATE IMPACTFUL CINEMA

The titular “monkey man” is a persona of gritty underground fighting embraced by Dev Patel’s character, an unnamed man from the slums who conceals his identity with an ape mask and engages in underground brawls. His backstory, revealed through flashbacks, connects deeply with religious narratives, drawing inspiration from his mother’s (played by Adithi Kalkunte) tales of Hanuman, the monkey-like demigod from the Hindu epic, the Ramayana.

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PANKAJ TRIPATHI HOLDS “KADAK SINGH” TOGETHER

Kadak Singh, streaming on Zee5Global, moves back and forth in time and space. It gives the impression of being repetitive and circuitous. A set of people who have seen the man up close – his daughter, a couple of colleagues, and a friend – provide their individual perceptions of the protagonist, Arun Kumar (AK) Srivastava (Pankaj Tripathi) AK, an officer with the Kolkata unit of a financial crime investigation agency, has been diagnosed with retrograde amnesia.

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ZOYA AKHTAR’S “THE ARCHIES” IS THE ADAPTATION WE ALL HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR

Zoya Akhtar masterfully meets the challenge, transporting the beloved Archie Comics gang from their quintessential small-town American setting to the vibrant backdrop of 1960s India. In this lively Bollywood rendition, the essence of the original comics is preserved while infusing the characters with a refreshing new vitality. This creative shift makes for an exhilarating comedy that honors the spirit of Archie and his friends while adding a novel and delightful twist.

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RANBIR KAPOOR IS BRILLIANTLY UNHINGED IN “ANIMAL” EVEN WHEN THE RUNTIME TESTS OUR PATIENCE

Ranvijay Singh (played by Ranbir Kapoor) is portrayed as a complex anti-hero, deeply idolizing his father, Balbir Singh (Anil Kapoor). Throughout his childhood, Ranvijay yearns for his father’s affection and approval, but his efforts are met with consistent neglect. This unfulfilled quest for paternal love profoundly impacts his formative years, sowing the seeds of deeper issues that manifest later in his life.

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SHILPA SHETTY’S “SUKHEE” IS A DELIGHTFUL DISCOVERY

Sukhee’s journey of introspection and rebellion against domestic constraints, much to the dismay of her husband and daughter, forms the crux of the story. The film thoughtfully depicts the dilemma of self-worth versus societal expectations, particularly through the touching interactions between Sukhee and her father-in-law.

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R BALKI’S “GHOOMER” IS A SINCERE, WHOLESOME STORY TOLD

The story revolves around Anina (portrayed by Saiyami Kher), a gifted batter who gets the opportunity to play for the Indian cricket team. However, a tragic accident leads to the amputation of her right arm, shattering her dreams. She loses all hope until Padam Singh Sodhi, also known as Paddy (played by Abhishek Bachchan), a former alcoholic bowler of the Indian cricket team, becomes her coach against all odds.

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