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Baaghi 4 is less a film than a stunt reel stitched together: Tiger Shroff’s Ronny exists to fight, bleed, break bones and do it shirtless. Beyond that simple promise, the movie offers a thin, often bewildering story, flamboyant production design and a handful of odd pleasures. The plot (such as it is) follows Ronny — now a onetime Defence Sea Forces man — who’s obsessed with Alisha (Sandhu), the impossibly versatile beauty who may or may not be real. His brother Deepu (Talpade) provides comic-relief poverty and dubious housing, Olivia / Pratishtha (a wasted Bhumi Pednekar?) plays the prostitute-with-a-heart, and Heather-style carnival-Mad-Max worldbuilding places them all in “Chandara”, a fantasy locale where carnivals, beaches and mountain vistas sit next to masked funerals. Sanjay Dutt’s self-styled “shaitaan” is the film’s big-name thunderbolt: velvet jackets, tigers-as-pets and maniacal laughs. He’s scenery-chewing in the way the film asks its stars to be — big, loud and immediately legible. There are a handful of genuinely arresting visual moments (the film’s carnival and set pieces have a lurid, comic-book bravado), and the action choreography will satisfy viewers who come purely for the physical thrills. But narrative logic is constantly optional. Alisha’s improbable mansion, the one-off appearances of dozens of “fostered” children, and the repeated deus-ex machina beatdowns stretch credulity into parody. The film mistakes repetition of violence for escalation — just when you think the stunt has peaked, it jumps higher and keeps going. The attempts at emotional stakes (a woman in peril; a brother’s loyalty) are undercut by a screenplay that habitually prefers the next fight to any character work. Tonally, the movie oscillates between melodrama, cartoon villainy and forced gravitas — often within the same scene. That volatility produces odd, occasionally entertaining moments: surprising reversals, an over-the-top line like “I will marry you Chaakoo,” and the delightfully absurd sight of Ronny taking tender pauses mid-pendulum-hang. But these are flashes rather than foundations. Verdict: Baaghi 4 delivers on spectacle and stuntcraft for fans who want a nonstop action carnival. For anyone hoping for a coherent story, believable relationships or emotional depth, it will feel hollow and repetitive. It’s a film that keeps surprising you — mostly because it refuses to stop.

By [Your Publication] After the sweeping success of The Kashmir Files, director Vivek Agnihotri returns with another politically charged narrative in The Bengal Files, a film that seeks to connect Partition-era politics with present-day allegations of minority appeasement. Storyline The film follows IPS officer Shiva Pandit (Darshan Kumar, reprising his role from The Kashmir Files), tasked with investigating the disappearance of a tribal girl in Murshidabad. His probe runs into resistance from local MLA Sardar Hussaini (Saswata Chatterjee), whose political dominance is protected by what the film portrays as decades of minority appeasement rooted in Partition politics. Shiva’s confrontation with Hussaini brings to the surface buried memories of Partition violence, narrated by Bharti Banerjee (Simrat Kaur/Pallavi Joshi). Her testimony links past suffering to contemporary politics of vote banks, illegal migration, and community polarisation. Performances and Symbolism Darshan Kumar leads with a grounded performance, while Saswata Chatterjee delivers a menacing turn as the power-hungry MLA. Pallavi Joshi provides emotional heft, and Namashi Chakrabarty makes an impactful debut alongside his father Mithun Chakraborty, whose cameo underlines the ideological thrust. Agnihotri employs the motif of “Mother India” as a recurring symbol, drawing a direct line between Partition wounds and current debates on national identity. Narrative Choices and Criticism Blind Spots Agnihotri’s gaze largely omits the ordinary Muslim household devastated by Partition violence, instead casting blame on the entire community for the actions of leaders like Suhrawardy. The film also takes liberties with historical detail, such as Suhrawardy addressing young Mujibur Rahman as “Mujibur” instead of “Mujib,” and Hussaini’s son aspiring to be “the first minority PM” — overlooking the tenure of Manmohan Singh. Verdict At three hours, The Bengal Files is emotionally charged, dramatically staged, and ideologically unrelenting. For its supporters, it will be seen as a bold truth-telling exercise. For its detractors, it is an exercise in selective history, emotional manipulation, and communal provocation. Either way, Agnihotri has sharpened his craft, raised the stakes, and ensured that this film, like its predecessor, will remain at the centre of India’s cultural and political debate.

Bollywood superstar Salman Khan paid a special visit to the residence of Maharashtra’s Cultural Affairs Minister, Ashish Shelar, on Monday night to seek blessings from Lord Ganesha. Known for his heartfelt devotion to Ganesh Chaturthi, Salman arrived barefoot, dressed simply in a checkered shirt and blue pants. Despite the grandeur of the occasion, his humble presence stood out. Viral videos captured the Bajrangi Bhaijaan actor offering prayers with folded hands, exuding serenity even as a massive security detail surrounded him. Salman has been under Z+ security protection in recent months, with authorities closely monitoring his public and private movements. Yet, his calm and composed demeanor during the Ganpati Darshan highlighted his genuine spiritual connection. Just a few days earlier, Salman was seen participating in Ganpati Visarjan celebrations with his family and close friends. Videos from the event showed him dancing energetically alongside Arpita Khan Sharma, Sonakshi Sinha, Aayush Sharma, and Zaheer Iqbal. Fans widely praised his ability to remain grounded and fully enjoy the festivities despite the heavy security presence. On the professional front, Salman is currently working on Battle of Galwan, an action film directed by Apoorva Lakhia and co-starring Chitrangada Singh. The movie promises to showcase his action-packed persona once again. Alongside his film commitments, he continues to host Bigg Boss 19 Weekend Ka Vaar episodes, entertaining audiences with his trademark wit and charisma. Although his recent release Sikandar underperformed at the box office, Salman Khan remains one of Bollywood’s most beloved stars. His larger-than-life screen image, paired with moments of humility and faith during festivals like Ganesh Chaturthi, continues to win the hearts of millions.

Janhvi Kapoor has been making headlines lately, first with her performance in Param Sundari alongside Sidharth Malhotra, and then with the teaser of Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsikumari co-starring Varun Dhawan. Now, there’s another exciting update about the actress. If sources are to be believed, Janhvi Kapoor has been offered the lead role in the official remake of her mother Sridevi’s iconic film Chaalbaaz. A reliable insider revealed, “For Janhvi, Chaalbaaz is a lot more than just a film. It’s an emotion. She has jumped at the chance of playing the lead role, but is treading with utmost caution.” The source further added that Janhvi doesn’t want to simply rely on her mother’s legacy. “She is taking opinions from people around for the Chaalbaaz remake. She is excited, but also wary of the inevitable comparisons. She is expected to take a final call by the end of September,” the insider stated. While the details about the producers and directors are being kept under wraps, the possibility of Janhvi stepping into a role once immortalized by Sridevi has already created a buzz. If everything falls into place, audiences may soon see Janhvi Kapoor recreating the magic of Chaalbaaz for a new generation.