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New Indian Express
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Moonwalk Movie Review: An uplifting dance of dreams, friendship and identity
Vinod AK's direction, particularly in the latter hour, is assured and compelling. Capturing the spirit of the late 80s without descending into mere nostalgia, he balances humour, emotion and social commentary with a deft hand. He also extracts remarkable performances from a mostly newcomer cast. While Moonwalk is not quite that landmark film, it certainly announces a confident new voice in Malayalam cinema. The screenplay, co-written by Vinod, Mathew Varghis, and Sunil Gopalakrishnan, takes a familiar underdog narrative but fills it with sincerity and warmth. The familiar beats, including clashes with authority, family pressures, and the struggle for recognition, are handled with genuine heart. The camaraderie feels real, and the dance sequences are not just performances but expressions of identity and belonging. The film's pacing matches its theme. It does not rush to dazzle but takes time to build up the story, much like a dance routine easing into its most electrifying moves. And speaking of the big moves, Moonwalk's final act delivers. When the Moonwalkers finally get their moment to shine on stage, it is pure exhilaration. A thrilling payoff that offers an exuberant celebration of friendship, passion, identity, and triumph. Sreejit P Dazzlers' choreography reflects this journey, evolving from tentative steps to confident, sharp steps. Technically, the film impresses. Sabu Mohan's art direction and Ansar Shah's cinematography vividly evoke the late 80s Kerala landscape, from dusty streets to hand-painted signboards and vintage fashion. Prashant Pillai's music skillfully blends retro beats and soulful melodies, weaving through the narrative like a steady heartbeat. The editing by Deepu Joseph and Kiran Das keeps the tempo just right, never rushing or dragging, though the character establishment, while earnest, might feel a bit heavy-handed after a point during the first hour. What ultimately makes Moonwalk special is its heart. It is less about grand spectacle and more about the quiet courage to dance against the odds, to find your own rhythm in a world that may not always understand you. The bond between the boys, their dreams and their struggles all come together in a story that celebrates the joy of movement, friendship and self-expression. If you want a film that not only shows dance but makes you feel it, to move with it and to live it, this is worth your time. It is more than a dance film, it is an uplifting tribute to anyone who has dared to step into the spotlight, even when the world tells them not to, and dance anyway.
Time of India
28-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Rupert Grint welcomes second child with partner; Harry Potter fans delighted for ‘another Weasley'
Rupert Grint welcomes baby girl Live Events Fans react to Rupert Grint's post Rupert Grint's personal life (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel Ruper Grint, famous for playing Ron Weasley in the Harry Potter films, has some good news to share with his fans. The actor welcomed his second child, a baby girl, with partner Georgia Groome recently. Rupert Grint shared a photo of his newborn baby on his Instagram Harry Potter star also revealed the name of his 'secret child' - Goldie. This is Rupert Grint's second child with actor shared a photo of the baby wearing a white onesie that had her name embroidered on it. The newborn girl also wore a tiny gray cardigan. In his post, Grint seemingly thanked the doctor who helped deliver Georgia.''Secret Child Slightly Revealed' Introducing Goldie G. Grint. A 10/10 baby (so far). Shout out to @ for always delivering,' Grint of the actor could not keep calm and made several Harry Potter references in the comments section. 'Red hair and a hand-me-down robe? You must be a Weasley,' an account remarked.'Ahh another Weasley I know just what to do with you Gryffindor,' another commented.'Congratulations, Rupert and Georgia! I wish you all the best and I'm so happy for you! That's a beautiful name that's for sure,' a comment 36-year-old actor has often been reluctant to discuss his personal life with fans. Grint has been together with Groome since 2011. The couple have another daughter- Wednesday - who was born in to E! Online, the actor revealed the news about his second baby after he and Georgia were photographed holding an Grint had broken a Guinness World Record with a post about the birth of his elder daughter. His post about Wednesday marked the actor's Instagram's debut. He broke David Attenborough's record of the fastest time to reach one million followers on Instagram. Rupert Grint took four hours and one minute to achieve the has appeared in films like Knock At The Cabin and Moonwalkers post the Harry Potter franchise. The actor's portrayal of Ron Weasley in the film adaptation of JK Rowling's books won a lot of Read:
