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Sitaare Zameen Par Review: Good But Not Great

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Sitaare Zameen Par Review: Good But Not Great

Movie Name: Sitaare Zameen Par
Rating: 3/5
Cast: Aamir Khan, Aroush Datta, Gopi Krishna Varma, Samvit Desai, Vedant Sharma, Ayush Bhansali, Ashish Pendse, Rishi Shahani, Rishabh Jain, Naman Mishra, and Simran Mangeshkar
Director: R.S. Prasanna
Produced By: Aamir Khan and Aparna Purohit
Release Date: 620h June 2025

Aamir Khan’s Sitaare Zameen Par is a sports drama and serves as the spiritual sequel to Taare Zameen Par. This film marks the first theatrical release of the Dangal actor since Lal Singh Chadda (2022). Let’s see if the film met the expectations or not.

Story:

The film is about Gulshan Arora, an arrogant basketball coach played by Aamir Khan, who faces suspension for attacking the head coach and the potential jail time for DUI. He receives a sentence of community service, training a team of athletes with intellectual disabilities for a national basketball competition. While coaching, he experiences personal growth and gains valuable insights.

Performances:

Aamir Khan acts as an outspoken and insensitive coach. He convincingly portrays the character, but a few moments of his acting seem redundant. As Gulshan’s wife, Genelia Deshmukh is earnest, but her character seems one-dimensional.

The group of actors—Ashish Pendse, Aroush Datta, Aayush Bhansali, Rishi Shahani, GopiKrishnan K Verma, Rishabh Jain, Vedant Sharma, Simran Mangeshkar, Samvit Desai, and Naman Misra—adds the right vibe and realness to the movie. Dolly Ahluwalia Tewari, Bijendra Kala, and Gurpal Singh provide good support.

Analysis:

Sitaare Zameen Par, an official remake of the 2018 Spanish film Champions, indirectly follows 2007’s Taare Zameen Par. While the original focused on dyslexia and remedial education, this version centers on people with intellectual disabilities like Down Syndrome and autism in a basketball setting.

R.S. Prasanna, the director of Sitaare Zameen Par tries to strike a commendable balance between delivering a message and educating viewers about ID, all with a lighthearted touch. 

The initial part is funny and gradually finds its pace. Though the narration seems straightforward, the film gathers some strength before intermission. 

The second half features more enjoyable and engaging moments, with several standout scenes. However, the film lacks the needed depth and does not provide any solid emotional punch. 

A few subplots, such as the relationship between the hero’s mother and the butler, plus a player’s backstory, offer minimal contribution to the core narrative. Certain sequences feel prolonged, hindering pacing.

The climax is good, butit feels too sentimental at times. Some moments, like the team arranging airfare and accommodations for the last game, appear both convenient and unoriginal.

Positives:

  • Performances
  • Humorous Scenes
  • Second Half

Negatives:

  • Boring Parts in the First Half
  • Lack of Solid Drama
  • A Few Unnecessary Scenes/Subplots

Sitaare Zameen Par Movie Review and Verdict:

R Prasanna and Aamir Khan’s Sitaare Zameen Par is a standard sports drama. Though the film offers good performances and lighthearted moments, it fails to evoke the intended emotional response.

8 Vasantalu Movie Review: Honest Attempt results in a half-hearted output

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8 Vasantalu Movie Review: Honest Attempt results in a half-hearted output

Movie Name:  8 Vasantalu
Rating: 2.5/5
Cast: Ananthika Sanilkumar, Ravi Duggirala, Hanu Reddy, Kanna Pasunoori, and others
Director: Phanindra Narsetti
Produced By: Mythri Movie Makers
Release Date: 20th June 2025

Today marks the release of 8 Vasantalu, an emotional love story. Phanindra Narsetti directs the movie, starring Ananthika Sanilkumar, Ravi Duggirala, Hanu Reddy, and Kanna Pasunoori in lead roles.

The film’s teaser, songs, and trailer showed that the director’s style is poetic, and it is not a conventional love story or movie. Let us check how director Phaneendra Narsetti crafted 8 Vasantalu in our review.

Story:

Suddhi Ayodhya, a 17-year-old girl, lives in Ooty. She’s a martial arts champion, a budding author, and a free spirit. Her life shifts after Karthik’s arrival. The rest of the film is a journey of eight years that delves into love, heartbreak, self-discovery, and growth of Suddhi.

Performances:

Ananthika Sanilkumar shines in the lead role. She leaves a powerful impression with her elegance and charm. Hanu Reddy fits his role well, and his chemistry with Ananthika seems authentic, enhancing the first half, particularly near the interval. Kanna Pasunoori shines, though his character takes a back seat.

Ravi duggirala delivers a settled act and shines in the climax portions. Others are okay.

Analysis:

Phanindra Narsetti directs 8 Vasantalu. He tries to add a unique touch and artistic vision to the storytelling. However, the execution appears indulgent and does not land effectively. A few dialogues and music help the lead pair make the first half work, but it’s not exceptional.

The interval episode impresses and heightens expectations for the second half. But the next love track feels weak and lacks impact. Suddhi’s character displays a strong impact early on, but her decisions after a heartbreak are inconsistent. 

Seeing her quickly fall in love with someone new after everything she’s been through shocks one, and when she easily accepts her mom’s decision to marry someone else, it makes it tough to empathize with her.

The climax doesn’t hit hard because there’s too much dialogue, and the way they reveal the second lead’s backstory in a letter feels preachy and dragged.

The conflict between Kanna Pasunoori and his father had the potential to symbolize relatable youth issues, but the director leaves it as a half-baked track without a proper closure.

Positives:

  • A Few Scenes in the First Half’s Love Track
  • Interval Episode
  • Visuals/Music

Negatives:

  • Preachy/Overwheleming Dialogues
  • Second Half
  • Climax

8 Vasantalu Movie Review and Verdict:

Phanindra Narsetti’s 8 Vasantalu could have been a great journey of 8 years in a woman’s life, but the poor narration, ineffective second half, and overly poetic dialogues limit its impact. Anathika’s performance and a few likable moments work for the film.

Kuberaa Movie Review: A Well-Made Social Drama

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Kuberaa Movie Review: A Well-Made Social Drama

Movie Name: 
Rating: 3.25/5
Cast: Dhanush, Nagarjuna, Rashmika Mandanna, Sunaina, Jim Sarb, Dalip Tahil and others
Director: Sekhar Kammula
Produced By: Suniel Narang and Puskur Ram Mohan Rao
Release Date: 20th June 2025

Dhanush returns to the silver screen with ‘Kuberaa’. The film is a multilingual social thriller/crime drama. Nagarjuna Akkineni and Rashmika Mandanna also star in it. Shekhar Kammula is the director of the movie. ‘Kuberaa’ delves into morality surrounding wealth and power.

The film’s trailer and songs gave a clear picture that it is a very different movie. The music also sounded different from Devi Sri Prasad’s Style, and his theme for the film and the latest song, Kodukaa, received excellent response. Let us check how Sekhar Kammula has shaped up Kuberaa in our review.

Story:

Kuberaa delves into the struggle of the ultra-wealthy against the poor. The narrative centers on Deepak (Nagarjuna), a CBI officer who devises a major scandal involving beggars. The story shows Deva (Dhanush), a beggar who outsmarts the powerful.

Performances:

Dhanush’s performance feels authentic. His portrayal of the character is flawless and outstanding. Nagarjuna maintains exceptional poise. He conveys subtlety through his expressions, dialogue, and body language, complemented by appropriate styling.

Rashmika Mandanna is fine in her role, yet her character doesn’t stand out like those in Sekhar Kammula’s films. Jim Sarbh excels as a greedy, wealthy businessman. His casting is perfect, fitting perfectly into the film’s corporate setting. Sayaji Shinde, Dalip Tahil, and Sunaina perform well in their brief roles.

Analysis:

Sekhar Kammula directs Kuberaa, stepping away from his usual feel-good films. The film begins with a captivating premise: a ₹1 lakh crore scam and wealthy entrepreneurs seeking Benamis.

At first glance, the scenes look simple; however; they reveal emotional depth through the beggars’ lives, Dhanush’s character background, and how they navigate corporate challenges and threats.

Kammula skips specifics of the financial fraud and company framing, still maintains audience interest through the scam’s nature and beggar characters’ emotions.

Before the pre-interval episode, the impact lessens, yet the action at the intermission revives the emotion. Kuberaa’s latter part reveals how Deva, a beggar, faces danger, learns the truth about his life, and battles back with help from a girl.

A few parts slow down, still the core tension engages. The scenes involving a pregnant beggar girl are impactful, and the song Poyiraa Mama, also stands out.

The Main and big episode comes at the pre-climax, where the changeover of Nagarjuna’s role and the bond with Dhanush’s character works superbly. The idea of the climax, a roadside beggar bringing down the richest person, is good, but it is rushed and just misses the intended effect

Positives:

  • Main Story
  • Dhanush and Nagarjuna’s Performance
  • Impressive Writing/Screenplay
  • Emotional Parts
  • DSP’s Background Score

Negatives:

  • Dull Scenes here and there
  • Logical Flaws
  • Abrupt Feel at the Climax

Kuberaa Movie Review and Verdict:

Sekhar Kammula’s Kuberaa is a well-made social drama with a fresh backdrop. Dhanush and Nagarjuna’s performance, solid writing and emotions work properly for the film and though the film lags at places and the climax is weak, it makes up for a good watch.

Mohanlal in Ajith’s Upcoming Film

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Mohanlal in Ajith’s Upcoming Film

Tamil star hero Ajith scored a blockbuster with his recent film, Good Bad Ugly. He signed his next film with the same director, Adhik Ravichandran, and another interesting piece of news is Mohanlal will be seen in Ajith’s upcoming film.

Reportedly, AK will join the sets in October, and the makers are planning to complete the film’s shoot by February and gearing up for a summer 2026 release. The fans are eagerly waiting for the updates of the film.

Mohanlal to act in Ajith – Adhik Ravichandran’s Movie

Currently, Adhik is now busy with pre-production work on the film, and he is also finalizing the casting. The director is said to have approached Mohanlal for an important role in the film.

As of now, there is no official confirmation, but there is a strong buzz that Mohanlal will be seen in Ajith’s upcoming film. The Malayalam superstar previously worked with Vijay and Suriya for Jilla and Kaappaan.

Blockbuster Malayalam Director to Direct Suriya

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Blockbuster Malayalam Director to Direct Suriya

Tamil Star Hero Suriya recently started a new film with Telugu director Venky Atluri. The actor faced two back-to-back failures, Kanguva and Retro. Now, the latest news is that a blockbuster Malayalam director will direct Suriya in an upcoming film.

Suriya’s 45th film, directed by RJ Balaji, has almost completed shooting. As said above, the Ghajini actor signed his next with Venky Atluri, which is expected to complete the shoot by this year.

According to the plan, Suriya should have immediately started Vetrimaaran’s VaadiVaasal. However, the film was dropped, and the director has already started a film with Simbu, which will be a part of the Vada Chennai franchise.

Suriya to work with Aavesham Director Jithu Madhavan

As of now, the actor is in discussions with multiple directors for the upcoming films, and reportedly, a blockbuster Malayalam director will direct Suriya in an upcoming film. Most probably after Venky Atluri’s film, Suriya will join hands with Jithu Madhavan.

Jithu directed crazy films like Romancham and Aavesham. Both films are sensational blockbusters at the box office. Kalaipuli S. Thanu, the producer who was supposed to make Vaadivaasal with Suriya, will be producing this movie.

Disastrous Advance Bookings For Sitaare Zameen Par

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Disastrous Advance Bookings For Sitaare Zameen Par

Aamir Khan’s Sitaare Zameen Par will be available in theatres in a few hours. Unexpectedly, the film is not having good hype and sees disastrous Advance Bookings

Aamir took a big risk by not selling the film’s rights to OTT. The film’s trailer did not work as expected, resulting in weak ticket sales for the film.

Aamir Khan’s Sitaare Zameen Par: Poor Advance Bookings

The trade circles are in shock as Aamir Khan’s Sitaare Zameen Par sees disastrous Advance Bookings, and going by the trend, the film will not even open with double-digit which says how miserable the situation is.

Even a Decent word of mouth is not enough for the movie’s buzz, and it needs a sensational talk to turn the tables.

In Sitaare Zameen Par, Aamir Khan plays a disgraced basketball coach who trains people with neurodevelopmental differences as community service following a DUI incident.

Aamir Khan and Genelia Deshmukh star in the film, joined by 10 newcomers: Aroush Datta, Gopi Krishna Varma, Samvit Desai, Vedant Sharma, Ayush Bhansali, Ashish Pendse, Rishi Shahani, Rishabh Jain, Naman Mishra, and Simran Mangeshkar.

Directed by R. S. Prasanna, the film is produced by Aamir Khan and Aparna Purohit.

Is this a wrong move for Dhanush – Nagarjuna’s Kuberaa?

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Is this a wrong move for Dhanush – Nagarjuna’s Kuberaa?

Sekhar Kammula’s Kuberaa will arrive in theaters in a few hours. The film’s bookings started in Telangana, Tamil Nadu, and overseas, but not in Andhra Pradesh. Now, the AP ticket hike G.O. is out, and the public feels it is wrong for Dhanush and Nagarjuna’s Kuberaa.

As said above, the ticket bookings for Kuberaa opened a few days ago in Telangana and Tamil Nadu yesterday. However, as the producers applied for a ticket hike in Andhra, the bookings were not opened.

The government of Andhra Pradesh allowed a hike of Rs 75 for 10 days (only higher-class tickets). But the question is, does this movie require a hike? The audiences feel that it is a wrong move for Dhanush and Nagarjuna’s Kuberaa.

AP Ticket Hike G.O. For Sekhar Kammula’s Kuberaa

Set against the backdrop of financial crime and corruption, the film completed its censor formalities and received a U/A certificate. The film’s runtime is 181 minutes (3 hours and 1 minute).

Kuberaa includes Jim Sarbh, Dalip Tahil, and Sayaji Shinde in important roles. The music is composed by Devi Sri Prasad. Suniel Narang and Puskur Ram Mohan Rao funded the film through Sri Venkateswara Cinemas LLP and Amigos Creations Pvt. Ltd.

Maharaja Combination Back for Another Biggie

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Maharaja Combination Back for Another Biggie

Vijay Sethupathi and director Nithilan Saminathan’s Maharaja was released in theaters last year and received a superb response at the box office. Now the Maharaja combination will be back for another biggie.

Maharaja brought back the glory of Vijay Sethupathi as a solo hero at the box office. The film collected 100 Cr gross worldwide, and after that, the makers released it in China, and it worked so well.

Maharaja Combination is all set to be back for another biggie

Now, the latest reports from Tamil media suggest that the Maharaja combination (Vijay Sethupathi and Nithilan Saminathan) will be back for another biggie. As of now, the story discussions are said to be in progress.

Director Nithilan did not make any film after Maharaja, and it seems that he is interested in doing so again with the Makkal Selvan Vijay Sethupathi.

Vijay Sethupathi’s Maharaja Plot/Cast Details

Released in theaters on June 14, 2024, Maharaja is a revenge story of a man who hatches a mastermind plan to punish the culprits who made his life an upside-down mess.

The film stars Natty, Anurag Kashyap, Abhirami, Bharathiraja, Munishkanth, and Manikandan in crucial roles. Kantara fame Ajaneesh Loknath scored the music for the movie.

Coolie Overseas Rights Sold for All-Time Record Price

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Coolie Overseas Rights Sold for All-Time Record Price

Rajinikanth’s upcoming action drama, Coolie, directed by Lokesh Kanagaraj, is making waves in trade circles with its craze. The film has an extraordinary craze among audiences. Coolie’s overseas rights have been sold for an all-time record price.

Reportedly, the makers of the film quoted 81 Cr, and the OS distributor agreed to buy it on an MG (minimum guarantee) basis. This is an all-time record price for any Kollywood film, and it shows how big a craze the film carries.

Rajini – Lokesh’s Coolie has to collect 25 million in Overseas Markets

Now, the film has to collect around 25 million in overseas markets to achieve the breakeven. It is a huge number, and no Tamil film has collected 25 million till now. However, the combination of Rajini and Lokesh is huge.

That is why Rajinikanth’s Coolie Overseas Rights Sold for an All-Time Record Price. Along with audiences, trade also believes that it has the potential, as films like Leo, Jailer, Ponniyin Selvan, and 2 Point 0 collected more than 20 million. 

Vishwambhara Non-Theatrical Deal Locked

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Vishwambhara Non-Theatrical Deal Locked

Megastar Chiranjeevi and Mallidi Vassishta’s socio-fantasy film, Vishwambhara, faced many hurdles, and it looks like the issues have been resolved finally. The latest news is that the Vishwambhara non-theatrical deal is locked.

According to the reports, Vishwambhara’s satellite rights have been acquired by ZEE Group, while Prime Video got the digital rights. Till now, the OTT business was a big hurdle for the film’s release.

Finally, Vishwambhara crosses the OTT Hurdle

Now, finally, Chiranjeevi’s Vishwambhara non-theatrical deal is locked. The film has a song and some minor talkie parts to shoot, and the makers are planning to release the film this September.

There are rumors that Vishwambhara might take the theatrical release date of Pawan Kalyan’s OG. However, an official announcement is likely to be made very soon.

The film must arrive in September. Chiru—Anil Ravipudi’s film is already announced for Sankranti 2026.

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