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October 16, 2026
‘Street Fighter’ (2026) movie review: Poor plot, choppy edits dampen punches in otherwise perfect action flick
Andrew Koji and Noah Centineo are excellent as Ryu and Ken, Vidyut Jammwal gets some meaty screentime, and Callina Liang gives us an excellent Chun-Li—but will it be enough for fans? Here is the full spoiler-free review
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October 16, 2026
'Nayyi Navelli' review: Yami Gautam's horror-comedy falls flat
Directed by Balaji Mohan, 'Nayyi Navelli' is a disappointing horror-comedy starring Yami Gautam that blends a witch suspicion plot with elements from the Ramayana, but ultimately suffers from weak writing and a dull execution
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October 15, 2026
'Jailer 2' review: Far funnier sequel with some of Nelson's best writing, and also his weakest
Despite featuring a strong comedic first half and stellar performances, the Rajinikanth movie struggles with repetitive tropes and underwhelming cameos, not to mention underutilised new additions
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October 02, 2026
'Digger' review: Tom Cruise and Alejandro G. Iñárritu revive the spirit of Preston Sturges in absurdist comedy
Awkward, in a good way, and polarising, 'Digger' marks a much-welcome departure from Cruise's most recent action-heavy roles
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October 02, 2026
'Drishyam 3' (Hindi) review: Far superior to the Malayalam version, with standout performances from Jaideep Ahlawat and Prakash Raj
'Drishyam 3: The Conclusion', led by Ajay Devgn, excels by opting for a unique narrative rather than mimicking its predecessors, focusing on emotional depth and intricate storytelling about perceived, genuine, and fabricated truths
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October 01, 2026
'Yezhu Kadal Yezhu Malai' review: Ram's film preaches compassion while also making some unwelcome creative choices
'Yezhu Kadal Yezhu Malai', directed by Ram and starring Nivin Pauly as an 8,000-year-old immortal, explores the profound weight of an unending existence, particularly the burden of painful memories over joyful ones
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September 25, 2026
‘The Vvaan: Force of the Forest’ review: So mindless, it doesn't even qualify as brainrot
Despite a premise that could have explored environmental themes, the movie devolves into advocating for superstition, featuring numerous bhajans and misplaced devotional calls
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September 25, 2026
'Dorothy' review: Karthik Subbaraj's most daring, accomplished film is powered by phenomenal turns from Rishikanth and Sananth
Supported by Ilaiyaraaja's evocative music and striking cinematography, 'Dorothy' pushes boundaries, challenging societal norms and offering a brave cinematic experience
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September 18, 2026
'Daayra' review: Prithviraj and Kareena anchor a pertinent film that doesn't offer anything new by way of debate
While Prithviraj Sukumaran embodies the collective rage against systemic apathy, Kareena Kapoor's portrayal of Ajooni offers a more measured view of the judicial system, urging against emotional decision-making
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September 13, 2026
'Aasha' review: An excellent Urvashi and Joju George flip the 'good vs bad' narrative in this high-voltage drama
The film, directed by newcomer Safar Sanal, has been drawing packed houses alongside Parvathy Thiruvothu's "Pradhama Drishtya Kuttakkar," proving the audience's appetite for strong, emotion-backed female-centric narratives
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September 12, 2026
'Pradhama Drishtya Kuttakkar' review: Parvathy Thiruvothu's thriller, directed by Shahad, makes 'Drishyam' feel like a walk in the park
'Pradhama Drishtya Kuttakkar' sets another benchmark in investigative thrillers on account of its tight, non-linear screenplay, coupled with exceptional cinematography and an emotionally charged score
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September 11, 2026
'Haiwaan' review: A copy-paste remake lacking the magic of the original
Despite a few surprisingly funny moments that worked better than in 'Oppam', 'Haiwaan' struggles to find its own distinct personality and rhythm, ultimately feeling joyless
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September 10, 2026
'Sardar 2' review: Plenty of gas, very little excitement in this low-rent 'Jawan'
While the sequel offers some improvements over the first 'Sardar,' such as a more engaging villain in SJ Suryah and an attempt at larger-scale action sequences, it ultimately falls short
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September 04, 2026
‘Mirzapur: The Movie’ review: Bloated runtime aside, a solid addition to the ‘Mirzapur’ franchise
'Mirzapur: The Movie' serves as an engaging, albeit lengthy, cinematic side-quest that enriches the established universe and hints at future developments in the series timeline