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Film Critic Analysis by Bipin Sasi In the cinematic landscape of Malayalam cinema, “Identity” directed by Akhil Paul and Anas Khan emerges as a significant entry for 2025, blending action, crime, and thriller elements into a narrative that aims to leave audiences both puzzled and exhilarated. Starring Tovino Thomas, Trisha Krishnan, and Vinay Rai, “Identity” attempts to navigate through the complexities of human identity, deception, and the pursuit of justice. Plot Overview: The film opens with a chilling premise: a murder witnessed by a journalist, Alisha (Trisha Krishnan), whose subsequent accident leads to her suffering from prosopagnosia (face blindness), adding a unique twist to the investigation. ACP Allen Jacob (Vinay Rai) and sketch artist Haran Shankar (Tovino Thomas) dive into this labyrinthine case, where each clue unravels further layers of intrigue and deception. Performances: Tovino Thomas delivers a compelling performance, embodying Haran with a mix of vulnerability...

Babumoshai Bandookbaaz movie review

Babumoshai Bandookbaaz Cast: Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Bidita Bag, Jatin Goswami Director: Kushan Nandy Rating: 2.5/5

Mohit Suri's Romantic Drama "Saiyaara" Set for a Record-Breaking Box Office Debut

Mumbai, July 18, 2025 — Mohit Suri’s much-anticipated romantic drama "Saiyaara," backed by Yash Raj Films and starring newcomers Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, releases in theatres today amid unprecedented buzz. Despite featuring debut actors, the film has already made history with its advance booking numbers, signaling a strong box office performance and the potential to break several records. A Record-Breaking Advance Booking According to box office tracker Sacnilk, "Saiyaara" has amassed an astonishing ₹9.39 crore from advance bookings alone, with nearly 3.8 lakh tickets sold across the country ahead of its opening day. When block bookings are included, the figure swells to ₹12.49 crore. This remarkable feat places the film among the top Hindi openers of 2025, drawing comparisons with big-budget productions led by veteran stars. It is now on course to surpass the advance booking figures of notable debutant-led films such as "Dhadak" (...