What to watch this week: ‘I Know What You Did Last Summer', ‘Tanvi the Great'
A woman is found dead in Yosemite National Park. Agent Kyle Turner (Eric Bana) suspects it might not be a mere accident. Untamed is a thriller series created by Mark L. Smith (The Revenant) and Elle Smith (The Marsh King's Daughter). Also starring Sam Neill, Wilson Bethel, Rosemarie DeWitt and Lily Santiago. (Netflix) A still from 'Tanvi the Great'.
Tanvi (Shubhangi Dutt), a 21-year-old with autism, decides to join the army. She's helped in this by her mother (Pallavi Joshi) and grandfather, a former colonel (Anupam Kher). Directed by Kher. (In theatres)
A still from 'Apocalypse in the Tropics'.
A 2024 film that tracks the increasing influence of the evangelical movement in Brazil and its effect on the country's politics. Petra Costa's documentary gains access to conservative televangelist Silas Malafaia, a key supporter of former President Jair Bolsonaro. The film premiered at the Venice International Film Festival last year. (Netflix)
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Time of India
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- Time of India
Anupam Kher praises 'Saiyaara' despite that it clashed with his film 'Tanvi The Great', recalls there were riots in Mumbai the day 'Saaransh' released, netizens react: WATCH VIDEO
'Saiyaara' has hit the ball out of the park when it comes to the love which the film is getting at the box office. The film released with Anupam Kher 's 'Tanvi The Great'. Despite this clash and how 'Saiyaara' has completely taken over the box office, Kher showered praise on the film. However, he also appreciated his own film for getting all the love and thanked the audience. He shared a video with the caption, "A BIG CONGRATULATIONS TO SAIYAARA AND TO TANVI THE GREAT: ❤️😍 मेरा रिश्ता यशराज फिल्म्स से बहुत बहुत पुराना, गहरा और परिवार जैसा है! इसलिए मैं #AdiChopra @mohitsuri @ahaanpandayy @aneetpadda_ को बहुत बहुत बधाई और प्यार देता हूँ इस अपार सफलता के लिए! साथ मैं ख़ुद को और मेरी #TanviTheGreat की पूरी टीम को और खासकर @shubhangidutt को भी ढेर सारी शुभकामनाएं देता हूँ लोगों के दिलों को जीतने के लिए।शुभांगी ने अपनी पहली ही फ़िल्म में तन्वी का रोल इतने शानदार तरीक़े से निभाकर ये साबित कर दिया की वो इस इंडस्ट्री में लंबी दौड़ लगाने आई है।अच्छी फ़िल्म अपनी अपनी जगह ढूँढ ही लेतीं ही है! कुछ प्यार और पैसे दोनों से। और कुछ कुछ बहुत बहुत प्यार से। एक बार फिर सबको मेरा प्यार और आशीर्वाद! जय हो! ❤️❤️😍😍" In this video, he said, "Mohit and me dono Mahesh Bhatt sahab ke protege hai aur hum dono ki important filmein lagi. Joh pyaar aapne meri film 'Tanvi The Great' ko diya hai woh main paise se nahi tol sakta. Of course, when a film does a business like Saiyaara, it helps the industry. It gives people courage to make these films. But courage is also to make 'Tanvi The great'. Humko itna pyaar mil raha hai from people." Kher added further, "I would like to congratulate Ahaan Panday, Aneet Padda but I would also like to congratulate Shubhangi for reaching out to so many people through her work. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like AirSense 11 – Smart tech for deep sleep ResMed Buy Now Undo So, I want to thank you to all, for giving so much love to both the films. When 'Saaransh' released, Mumbai had riots and nobody watched the film in theatres. But main 40 saal se Saaransh se jaana jaata hoon. Usi tarah dono filmein apni apni kamyabi se jaani jayegi. So, well done Mohit, Well done Aditya but also well done Anupam." Netizens lauded Anupam Kher for having this sort of a healthy spirit and appreciating 'Saiyaara'. A user said, "What a sweet and big-hearted intention to appreciate the other movie that went on to get greater love and appreciation. Such noble thoughts never go in vain. The universe sees everything… at the correct time you will reap the rewards too….manifold!"
Hindustan Times
an hour ago
- Hindustan Times
Anupam Kher hails Saiyaara's success, thanks fans for 'only love' to Tanvi The Great: ‘Ek ko pyaar aur paisa dono'
Actor Anupam Kher, whose recent directorial Tanvi The Great released in theatres last week alongside Saiyaara, has praised both the films in a new video. Taking to Instagram on Friday, Anupam talked about how the audience gave "love and money" to Saiyaara and only "love" to his film Tanvi The Great. Anupam praised Saiyaara lead pair Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda for their stardom and Tanvi The Great actor Shubhangi Dutt, for "winning hearts with her acting". Anupam Kher talked about Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda's Saiyaara as well as Shubhangi Dutt's Tanvi The Great. Anupam Kher talks about fans' love for Tanvi The Great, Saiyaara success Anupam praised Saiyaara and Tanvi the Great teams, for their respective success. In the video, Anupam said, "Last week two films were released Saiyaara and Tanvi The Great. With its magic, Saiyaara mesmerised the country. Since it's a YRF film...I'm very happy that their film got so much success. Both Mohit Suri and I are prodigies of Mahesh Bhatt, and our important films were released. Jo pyaar aapne Tanvi ko bhi diya hai, main use paisa mein shayad nahi tol sakta (You've given love to Tanvi The Great too, maybe I won't be able to weigh it in money)." Anupam says Saiyaara doing well helps Bollywood He said that Saiyaara, doing well at the domestic box office and minting money, is good for the Hindi film industry. "Of course, when a film becomes as successful as Saiyaara it helps the industry. It's very important for the money to come back to the industry. It makes other people courageous to make more films. But courage is also about making Tanvi The Great. Hume itna pyaar, itni duwaaye, ashirwaad, autistic logo k families ya woh log jo acchai mein believe karte hai humko mil raha hai (We are receiving love, blessings, prayers from families of autistic people and those who believe in good)." Anupam praises Ahaan Panday, Aneet Padda, Shubhangi Anupam continued, "I want to start this post by congratulating the lead pair--Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, who have worked for their stardom to reach such a place. I want to congratulate Shubhangi too for winning the hearts and touching lives with her acting. Ek baar phir aap sabko, dono filmon ko itna pyaar dene k liye, ek ko pyaar, aur ek ko pyaar aur paisa dono (I thank you again for giving both the films your love--love to one and love and money to another). It's beautiful." Anupam draws inspiration from Saaransh He also shared that when Saaransh was released in 1984, there were riots in Mumbai, and no one went to watch the film in theatres for a week. He added that, however, till now, he is known for that film. He added, "Isi tarah dono filmein apni apni khoobsoorati k liye pehchani jayegi (Similarly, both the films will be known for their beauty). Adi, Mohit, well done, but also Anupam, well done. God bless you." Sharing the video, Anupam wrote, "A big congratulations to Saiyaara and to Tanvi the great: My relationship with Yashraj films is very very old, deep and like family! So I wish #AdiChopra @mohitsuri @ahaanpandayy @aneetpadda_ for this immense success! Along with I wish myself and my entire team of #TanviTheGreat and especially @shubhangidutt for winning the hearts of people." Praising Shubhangi, he added, "Shubhangi played the role of Tanvi in her first film so brilliantly and proved that she has come to the industry for the long run. Good movie finds its place! Some love and money from both. And something with lots of love. Once again, my love and blessings to all! All hail! #LoveConquers #Appreciation #Love." About Tanvi The Great Tanvi The Great is directed by Anupam and stars debutant Shubhangi Dutt in the lead role. The film also stars Anupam, Jackie Shroff, Boman Irani, Pallavi Joshi, and Karan Tacker in prominent roles. The film, which highlights autism and the Indian Army, has already garnered international praise during its festival run in Cannes, New York, Houston, and London. About Saiyaara The romantic drama marks the debut of Ahaan and Aneet Padda. Saiyaara tells the story of Krish (Ahaan) and Vaani (Aneet), a singer and a lyricist who fall in love. Directed by Mohit Suri, the film also stars Geeta Agarwal, Rajesh Kumar, Varun Badola and Shaad Randhawa.
India Today
an hour ago
- India Today
Mandala Murders Review: An ambitious thriller that dares to dig deep, but loses its way
When it comes to stories rooted in India's complex history and myth-like rituals, there's always a certain intrigue. Add to that a thriller format, currently a firm favourite among audiences, and the possibilities feel endless. 'Mandala Murders', Netflix's latest Hindi original series, attempts to tap into this potential. Created by 'Mardaani 2' director Gopi Puthran, the show is a sprawling, pulpy crime drama that draws you in with its premise but doesn't quite deliver the punch it in the fictional town of Charandaspur in Uttar Pradesh, the series kicks off with a series of gruesome ritual killings dating back decades. As these murders begin to resurface in the present day, we're introduced to Rea Thomas (Vaani Kapoor), an elite CIB officer sent to investigate. Vaani, marking her OTT debut, plays a woman haunted by her past and driven by her duty. Opposite her is Vikram Singh (Vaibhav Raj Gupta), a suspended Delhi Police officer with mysterious ties to the village and its twisted begins as a classic investigative setup soon dives into darker, more philosophical territory. The murders are linked to a cult called Ayastha Mandala, which, back in the 1950s India, believed in upending the natural order by worshipping a deity named Yast - said to grant wishes in exchange for death sacrifices. As Rea and Vikram dig deeper, they not only uncover the horrifying truth about the Mandala but also find themselves entangled in it - personally, emotionally, and the show's credit, the world-building is rich. The dusty lanes of Charandaspur, the dense eeriness of Varuna's jungle, and the dark visual tone help establish the mood effectively. The cinematography captures the haunting stillness of the UP-based town, and muted chaos with finesse. The background score, while serviceable, doesn't leave a strong impression, though it complements the suspense Kapoor, stepping into long-format storytelling for the first time, delivers a performance that's sincere but not always convincing. While she manages to bring a sense of quiet restraint to Rea Thomas, there are moments where her emotional graph feels slightly disconnected - especially in scenes that demand vulnerability or raw intensity. That said, the effort is commendable, and she holds her ground in a world that's far removed from the glossy terrain of her previous roles. On the other hand, it's Vaibhav Raj Gupta who subtly shoulders much of the series. His portrayal of Vikram, a man battling internal demons while trying to piece together external horrors, adds emotional weight to the narrative. Surveen Chawla, playing a political figure with a veiled past and an intricate connection to Vikram, brings layered energy to her screen time, even if her arc remains slightly under-explored. Shriya Pilgaonkar appears in a key role, mostly in flashbacks, and adds intrigue to the the trailer of the show here: One of 'Mandala Murders' most ambitious choices is its attempt to blend Indian mythology, socio-political commentary, and crime fiction into a cohesive story. It tries to comment on caste, patriarchy, trauma, and systemic apathy - all under the umbrella of a whodunit thriller. However, that's also where it falters. The show has too many threads, and while some are pulled effectively, others remain hanging or meander into pacing, for the most part, is decent. The initial few episodes are gripping enough to make you hit "next episode" without hesitation. But as the series progresses, it starts to feel both overwhelming and underwhelming - overwhelming in its ambition, underwhelming in its payoff. There's a point in the middle where the mystery becomes too tangled for its own good, and by the time it untangles, it feels slightly the show leans heavily into the metaphorical. The 'Mandala' isn't just a ritual system - it becomes a symbol of chaos, control, and belief. But in trying to elevate the narrative to this near-mythic plane, it sometimes loses sight of basic storytelling clarity. There are moments where the plot feels muddled, and viewers might find themselves zoning out, waiting for it to regain jarring contrast is the blending of fantasy with science. While the ritualistic elements draw from historical imagination, their overlap with modern science and conspiracy theories feels somewhat unconvincing. This genre-blending could have been brilliant, but here it feels a tad mismatched - like two puzzle pieces that almost fit, but not 'Mandala Murders' isn't a lost cause. For those who enjoy slow-burn thrillers with rich atmospheres, a touch of occult mystery, and layered characters, it offers a decent one-time watch. The final few episodes attempt to bring everything full circle, but there's a noticeable dip in emotional and narrative payoff. One may walk away intrigued, but also a little disappointed.- Ends3 stars out of 5 for 'Mandala Murders'
