Critics

Zoya Mehra

Zoya Mehra writes criticism at Filmistan. She stays with the film after the lights come up: the cut, the performance, and the line the week still has to answer.

SceneSpirit Moves to Diwali 2027, Facing Ramayana Part 2Sandeep Reddy Vanga set Prabhas's Spirit for Oct. 29, 2027, Diwali. Ramayana Part 2 is also expected then, though it has no date yet.ActorsLalit Prabhakar on Playing Kasab in PrahaarMarathi actor Lalit Prabhakar explains how he prepared to play Ajmal Kasab in Prahaar and why some told him not to. Reviewers single out the performance.CriticsPrahaar Review: Rajkummar Rao Argues the Kasab CasePrahaar, with Rajkummar Rao as prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam, wins praise for its courtroom scenes. Critics split on Rao's polish and the family subplot.SceneIndia's Oscar Race: 33 Films, 14 of Them in HindiThe Film Federation weighed 33 films for the Oscars, 14 in Hindi. The contenders, the rules, and what became of Homebound.ActorsUrvashi: Two National Awards and a Lead Worth WatchingUrvashi has two National Awards and a record six Kerala State Awards. Her lead in Aasha has critics praising her again. The record, sourced.ActorsMammootty on His Fourth National Award for BramayugamMammootty shares Best Actor for Bramayugam. At the ceremony he explained how he found Kodumon Potti and thanked the team behind the film.CriticsSigma Reviews: Jason Sanjay's Heist Debut Plays It SafeJason Sanjay's first film got mostly negative reviews. Critics praised Sundeep Kishan and said the heist never delivers. Ratings and the box office.