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Pariwar (2020)
Amazing Star Cast wasted on average script
I wanted to like this show and did get a few chuckles too but expected a lot more looking at the amazing line-up. It's not bad, but never reaches beyond average, the script never really takes off and that's a problem.
Bandish Bandits (2020)
Trailer doesn't do justice
The depth and execution of this musical series can only be realised when watched. I wasn't expecting such deep layers and wonderful performances watching the trailer, but glad I went forward and enjoyed the first season immensely. Really appreciate how Indian series are becoming more and more nuanced with diverse subjects.
A Suitable Boy (2020)
A promising slow burner
People giving it a lower rating might be the ones who are used to gripping tales these days from the very first episode as gone are the days of good slow burn soap operas.
To really appreciate this, one needs to be familiar with Vikram Seth's writing, which itself takes time to dwell in you with its fine details to all the characters and the period they are set in and secondly, not many people are familiar with Mira Nair's work. She has a beautiful eye for details in her direction and the way she narrates her story is always with a kind of tenderness and her characters take their own time to amalgamate.
I understand, at first, it's a bit unusual to see many familiar faces having lengthy conversations in english, especially the actors whom we have only seen in 'Hindi' speaking cinema/series till now. But I do believe the ensemble is doing justice to their roles and with time we will become more attached to them. I for one will be rooting for the show.
Mindhunter (2017)
Subtle yet haunting
These days, what most suspense thriller shows lack is how to make the execution flawless without being dramatic or cliche. This show is an epitome of how subtlety meets meaningful and true to life storytelling. The protagonist are in coherence with the tone of the series and each of them adds to the subtle yet serious mood of the show. A nuanced screenplay, intense character study topped with subtle yet intense cinematography and a well defined storyline makes it an amazing watch.