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53source-linked reviews 27with a score 2.8 / 5median score given 2026–26archive coverage

12 positive 12 mixed 3 critical

Scoring tendencyMean 3.0 / 5 — 0.3 above the TezFlicks-wide scored-review average of 2.7.

Languages coveredHindi 21Tamil 15Telugu 13Kannada 3Malayalam 3Bengali 1English 1

Genres coveredDrama 28Action 21Thriller 20Crime 15Comedy 13Musical 8Romance 7Mystery 6

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G.O.A.T 2026 G.O.A.T
G.O.A.T 2026 ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 2.5

by Kirubhakar Purushothaman

Kirubhakar Purushothaman of News18 gave 2.5/5 stars and wrote "The actual mission here is of director Venkat Prabhu, and his objective is to keep bringing out those cheers and hoots every few minutes with some callbacks, easter eggs, and cameos.
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Rajni Ki Baraat 2026 Rajni Ki Baraat
‘रजनी की बारात’ सिर्फ एक लड़के और लड़की के बीच की आम लव स्टोरी नहीं है, बल्कि बदलते भारत के छोटे शहरों की बेटियों की कहानी है जो अब अपने हक, अपने प्यार और अपने फैसलों के लिए समाज की पुरानी सोच वाली दीवारों को चुनौती देने की हिम्मत रखती हैं. यह फिल्म समाज के उन डबल स्टैंडर्ड पर भी तीखा और मीठा वार करती है जो मानते हैं कि प्यार या शादी का इजहार करने में हमेशा लड़कों को ही पहला कदम उठाना चाहिए. बेहतरीन एक्टिंग, शानदार डायरेक्शन, हंसी और आंसुओं का यह खूबसूरत मेल इस वीकेंड आपके पूरे परिवार के साथ थिएटर में जरूर देखना चाहिए. मेरी ओर से फिल्म को 5 में से 3 स्टार.
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Mardaani 3 2026 Mardaani 3
Mardaani 3 2026 ★★★★★ ★★★★★ 3.5
Despite script flaws, Rani delivers a raw, convincing performance, making this hard-hitting drama a must-watch for its strong message and impactful acting.
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Param Sundari 2025 Param Sundari
Flaws? Certainly. The humour is hit-and-miss. Some cultural touches skim the surface rather than diving deep. And narratively, the film walks such a straight line that surprises are few and far between. Yet, in an era where “romance" often comes camouflaged with explosions, espionage, or superhero capes, the very simplicity of Param Sundari feels radical.
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Salakaar 2025 Salakaar
A significant flaw in the show lies in its storytelling approach. Given that the audience has already been exposed to this narrative in films and shows like Mission Majnu and Rocket Boys, it was incumbent upon the director to infuse the story with a fresh perspective. Unfortunately, the show falls short in this regard. It fails to spark curiosity or excitement among viewers. The narrative lacks the ability to engage; instead, it feels rushed and disjointed. To resonate with audiences, the show needed a more nuanced and thoughtful approach that would have allowed the characters to breathe and the story to unfold organically. However, it looks like the makers were prioritising pace over depth. It is because of this that the makers fail to establish their characters and bring a flow to their storytelling. The show’s dialogues are another major letdown, often feeling forced and unnatural.
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