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Shamshera review: A reel of reviews

Ranbir Kapoor, after 4 years of hiatus, is back with his highly-anticipated film Shamshera.

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July 22, 2022

Ranbir Kapoor, after 4 years of hiatus, is back with his highly-anticipated film Shamshera. Helmed by Karan Malhotra, Shamshera hit the theatres on July 22. The film also stars Sanjay Dutt and Vaani Kapoor in the lead roles.

The film has been bankrolled by Yash Raj Films and the plot revolves around the fictitious city of Kaza where a tribe was tortured and enslaved by ruthless general Shudh Singh. The film is out and so are the reviews. Here’s a look at what news websites have to say about the action drama.

Shamshera review by NDTV

Reviewed by Siabal Chatterjee, the headline read, ‘Ranbir Kapoor’s period film is Thugs of Hindostan-level bad.’ The leading daily gave 1 out of 5 stars to Shamshera.

“Moral of the story for Ranbir Kapoor – the actor should henceforth read his scripts with a more critical eye before buying into them. He owes it to his talent,” reviewed NDTV.

Shamshera review by India Today

In his review, Tushar Joshi said Ranbir Kapoor’s film is only sham and no shera.

“A film like Shamshera that’s already so heavy on the theatrics, songs (four tracks in the first half) only derail the narrative from going ahead and make the experience sluggish. The songs in Shamshera are a big letdown. Also, you can’t help but notice the attempts to bring in a bit of the KGF and Baahubali feel to the scenes,” reviewed India Today.

Shamshera review by Times of India

Reviewed by Rachana Dubey, the leading daily gave 2.5 stars out of 5 to Ranbir Kapoor’s starrer. The headline read, ‘A slow-paced action drama with revenge and freedom at its core.’

“Without giving away too many details of the film, one can say that by the end of it, you’ll be fatigued. The film feels far too stretched for its wafer-thin storyline – in fact, it crawls through the runtime with quite a few minor, but unmissable technical snags,” reviewed the Times of India.

Shamshera review by Bollywood Hungama

The entertainment portal gave 1.5 stars out of 5 stars to Shamshera. The headline read, ‘With an outdated script and predictable plot Shamshera falters big time.’

“Karan Malhotra’s direction is below the mark. On the positive side, he has handled the scale and grandeur very well. A few scenes, especially in the first half, work very well and give audiences some sort of paisa vasool experience. But in the second half, the film falls drastically,” reviewed Bollywood Hungama.

Shamshera review by Bollywood Bubble

Reviewed by Saheli Maity, Bollywood Bubble gave 3.5 stars out of 5 to Shamshera. The headline read, ‘Ranbir Kapoor starrer gives an epic cinematic experience but it is too dramatic and far toooo long.’

“The movie tries to explain the racial discrimination against a certain tribe and what caused them to become rebellious against society. However, the freedom struggle of the dacoits gets a little too dramatic and far toooooooooo long,” reviewed Bollywood Bubble.

Shamshera review by Hindustan Times

The Shamshera review by Monika Rawal Kukreja said the film has all the elements needed to make a mass masala entertainer back into theatres. The headline read, ‘Ranbir Kapoor and Sanjay Dutt set the screen on fire with their loud action avatars.’

“Being a period drama, Shamshera is visually appealing though I felt in some scenes, the VFX could have been less clumsy. Neelesh Misra and Khila Bisht’s story is engaging and entertainment at the same time,” reviewed Hindustan Times.

Shamshera review by Firstpost

For Anna MM Vetticad, Shamshera is a politically evolved version of Baahubali fronted by a gorgeous Ranbir Kapoor.

“It becomes possible to grant this film some indulgences, idiosyncracies and its visual resemblance to earlier iconic films since it is brimful of conviction. So, for instance, that train robbery in Shamshera is wolf-whistle material, but the special effects could have been better. Sanjay Dutt overacts,” reviewed Firstpost.

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Veteran actor Mushtaq Khan, who appeared in several Hindi films and was particularly remembered for his role in the 2007 comedy Welcome, has died at the age of 56.

Khan was known for playing supporting characters across Hindi cinema and had worked in films spanning several decades. His role as Balu in Welcome remains among his best-known performances.

Mushtaq Khan’s film career

Mushtaq Khan appeared in a wide range of films during his career. His filmography included Aashiqui, Hum Hain Rahi Pyar Ke, Gopi Kishan, Krantiveer, Raja, Mujhse Shaadi Karogi, Jodi No. 1 and Hera Pheri.

He also featured in more recent films including Stree 2, Gadar 2, Baby John, Dhoom Dhaam and Jaat. His filmography lists acting work continuing into 2026.

In Welcome, Khan played Balu, a supporting character in the comedy starring Akshay Kumar, Nana Patekar, Anil Kapoor and other prominent actors.

Khan’s career also included television work, with his credits spanning a wide range of acting roles over the years.

Mushtaq Khan dies at 56

The actor’s death was reported on September 24, 2026. Reports said Khan had been undergoing treatment after being diagnosed with liver cancer and had been hospitalised for around 15 days. Further details surrounding his death were awaited in the initial reports.

Mushtaq Khan was 56. IMDb lists his date of birth as December 31, 1969.

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Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh welcome baby girl, their second child

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Bollywood stars Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh have welcomed their second child, a baby girl. The couple announced the arrival of their daughter on Instagram on Saturday through a post featuring a baby’s footprint.

The newborn is the couple’s second daughter. Deepika and Ranveer became parents for the first time in September 2024, when they welcomed their daughter Dua.

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Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh’s last spotting

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Interestingly, the couple had also visited Siddhivinayak Temple in September 2024, shortly before the birth of their first daughter Dua.

Deepika and Ranveer’s family

Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh married on November 14, 2018, in Lake Como, Italy. Their wedding featured ceremonies reflecting their Konkani and Sindhi backgrounds.

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Drishyam 3 trailer: Ajay Devgn faces triple threat from Tabu, Jaideep Ahlawat and Prakash Raj

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Ajay Devgn returns as Vijay, while Tabu reprises her role as Meera Deshmukh. The latest chapter also introduces Jaideep Ahlawat and Prakash Raj in new roles, creating fresh challenges for Vijay and his carefully planned attempts to protect his family.

Ajay Devgn faces new challenges

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Tabu returns as Meera Deshmukh

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Jaideep Ahlawat and Prakash Raj join the cast

Jaideep Ahlawat and Prakash Raj are among the key additions to the cast of the third film.

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Drishyam The Conclusion release date

Drishyam: The Conclusion is directed by Abhishek Pathak and is backed by Star Studio18 and Panorama Studios.

The film is scheduled to arrive in cinemas on October 2, 2026.

The trailer sets up another battle of wits for Vijay Salgaonkar, with the final outcome of his long-running struggle with the law expected to form the central conflict of the concluding chapter.