Fakir Hassen

Fakir Hassen is a veteran Bollywood critic who has written three books on the subject.

Rajinikanth: the bus conductor who rose to iconic status in South Indian cinema

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From bus conductor to box-office titan, Rajinikanth's inspiring journey redefines what it means to be a superstar in Tamil cinema.

Beloved singer and music teacher Umita Kalyan dies suddenly at age 50

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In the wake of Umita Kalyan's tragic passing, the music community mourns not just a talented vocalist, but a nurturing spirit who played a vital role in preserving ...

'Assi' offers a sobering look at rape culture in contemporary India

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ASSI stands as a powerful cinematic statement on the current landscape of gender violence and societal challenges in India.

Vishal Bhardwaj's Romeo delivers a gritty retelling of Shakespeare's classic

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For fans of Bollywood and Shakespeare alike, this latest adaptation invites viewers to reflect on the brutal complexities of human emotion.