Author: Virat Verma

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5) Hisaab Barabar is a thought-provoking thriller that mixes suspense with satire. Directed by Ashwni Dhir, the film follows Radhe Mohan Sharma (R. Madhavan), a railway ticket checker who stumbles upon a small mistake in his bank account. What starts as a simple issue quickly turns into a deep investigation, revealing large-scale financial fraud involving powerful banker Micky Mehta (Neil Nitin Mukesh). As Radhe digs deeper, he faces corruption, danger, and moral dilemmas. Story & Direction The film’s biggest strength is its unique story. It takes a simple banking error and turns it into a thrilling ride, exposing…

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Rating: ⭐⭐⭐½ (3.5/5) Sivarapalli, the Telugu remake of Panchayat, follows the journey of Shyam Prasad (Rag Mayur), an engineering graduate who unwillingly takes up the job of a Panchayat Secretary in the remote village of Sivarapalli. While dreaming of clearing the GMAT and moving to the USA, he struggles to adjust to rural life, only to slowly develop an unexpected connection with the place and its people. Story & Direction For those familiar with Panchayat, Sivarapalli feels like a scene-by-scene recreation rather than a unique adaptation. Director Bhaskhar Maurya, known for Muthayya, plays it safe, ensuring the feel-good nature of…

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Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5) Sky Force is an action-packed war drama that tells the story of India’s first airstrike during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1965. With Akshay Kumar leading the cast, this film is a gripping tale of bravery, sacrifice, and patriotism. Story & Direction The film is based on true events but presents them in a way that keeps the audience engaged. It follows Wing Commander Kumar Om Ahuja (played by Akshay Kumar) and Squadron Leader T. Krishna “Tabby” Vijaya (played by newcomer Veer Pahariya) as they take on a dangerous mission against Pakistan’s Sargodha airbase. The story is well-paced,…

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Most taxpayers in the country want a reduction in income tax rates in the upcoming budget. Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget for the financial year 2025-26 on February 1. According to a survey conducted by Grant Thornton India, around 57% of respondents believe that individual income tax rates should be lowered in the budget. Recommendation to Reduce Income Tax Rates Many economists argue that GDP growth has slowed in recent quarters due to a lack of disposable income in the hands of the middle class. A significant portion of their earnings is spent on taxes and…

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With Republic Day celebrations nearing, traffic restrictions are in place across Delhi, Noida, and Gurugram. If you plan to travel or fly out, here’s what you need to know. Flight Restrictions From January 19 to 29, flights at IGI Airport will not operate between 10:20 AM and 12:45 PM. Non-scheduled and chartered flights are restricted from 10 AM to 1:15 PM. Flights by the IAF, BSF, and state-owned aircraft will continue as usual. Delhi Metro Timings Metro services will start at 4 AM on January 26, running every 30 minutes until 6 AM before resuming the regular schedule. Also Read-…

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