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Newton

A black-comedy film directed by Amit V Masurkar, Newton has been produced by Drishyam Films. In 2013, Masurkar had debuted in Bollywood with an independent film titled Sulemani Keeda. Newton is his second film and had its world premiere at the 67th Berlin International Film Festival. The story of the film revolves around Newton Kumar, a rookie government clerk sent on election duty to a Naxalite and conflict-ridden jungles of Chhattisgarh, India. Stuck between security forces and communist rebels’ guerrilla attacks, he tries to conduct fair voting.

The film is meant for a niche audience and is backed by a compelling social message. My mom and I liked the movie, but we don’t think masses will take to it the way we did.

An extraordinary make 

The film has a nice concept, especially about fair elections in Chhattisgarh. The makers of the film have left no stone unturned to make the film look good. However, it is a one-time watch.

Sahil, ex-student of DAV College, Sec. 10

Haseena Parkar

Directed by Apoorva Lakhia, Haseena Parkar is a biographical crime thriller that has been produced by Nahid Khan. The film, which was initially titled Haseena: Queen of Mumbai, is based on the life of Dawood Ibrahim's sister Haseena Parkar. The film features Shraddha Kapoor's in her first-ever female lead role. Kapoor's real brother, Siddhanth Kapoor, portrays the role of Dawood Ibrahim, and Ankur Bhatia plays the role of Haseena's husband.

You can do better

In my opinion, Shraddha Kapoor’s acting was not too good. However, her on-screen husband, Ankur Bhatia, and the opposition lawyer have acted very well in the film. Also, Siddhanth Kapoor could do with some acting classes as well. 

Mrinaal, student UILS department, PU 

Average job

The storyline and direction of the film were very poor. Both, Haseena Parkar and Dawood did not act well in the film. Their characters, and the storyline, were weak. Overall, it’s not even a one-time watch.

Jyoti, works in a private company

Bhoomi

Staring Sanjay Dutt, Aditi Rao Hydari, and Sidhant Gupta in lead roles, Bhoomi is a revenge and action thriller. It has been directed and co-produced by Omung Kumar. The film revolves around the story of a doting father (Sanjay Dutt) and his daughter (Aditi Rao Hydari). Like any father, Sanjay chooses the best man for his daughter and dreams of seeing her tying the knot but then she gets sexually assaulted by Sarad Kelkar. What follows is Sanjay Dutt seeking revenge from those who ruined the life of his daughter. 

Well-directed

I like the story of the film and it has been directed well too. Aditi Rao and Sanjay Dutt’s acting is brilliant. Overall, it is a must-watch.

Naman, a BBA student, Chitkara 

University 

Superb acting

Sanjay Dutt has made a great comeback with this film. I liked the story of the movie. One should go and watch the movie.

Nimrat, student

Nikka Zaildar 2

Starring Ammy Virk, Sonam Bajwa, and Wamiqa Gabbi in prominent roles Nikka Zaildar 2 is a Punjabi drama film directed by Simerjit Singh. 

A good act 

This is a great film. I hope everyone will love it. I liked this instalment of the film better than the first one.

Mandeep, student, DAV College, Sector 10

(As told to Taranjeet Kaur)