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Red One – A fresh new action packed point of view on a classic holiday story
Genre: Action, Comedy, Holiday Adventure
Director: Jake Kasdan
Starring: Chris Evans, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, J.K. Simmons, Lucy Liu
Rating: 4/5
“Where to start with Red One? From the rich folklore and wild imagination to the clever reimagining of classic mythology, this movie is packed with surprises.
First, it’s a fresh take on the Santa myth, blending humor, emotion, and action in unexpected ways. This isn’t your typical Santa—gone is the jolly old man squeezing down chimneys. Instead, J.K. Simmons gives us a buff, tech-savvy Santa, equipped with gadgets that let him shrink, grow, and bring objects into reality at will. He’s a Santa ready to take on Christmas with style, and I’m here for it!
Now, on to Dwayne Johnson. I’ll admit, I’ve been a bit weary of seeing “The Rock” play his usual invincible hero persona. But here, paired with Chris Evans, the chemistry is electric and refreshingly different. They’re equals, riffing off each other’s quirks and bringing out a new side in each other. Evans’ character’s sense of humor clicked with me, I would have chosen the Harley Quinn action figure!
Then there’s Lucy Liu, who brings her usual elegance and strength to the screen, kicking butt with style—she’s a standout in every scene. And Kiernan Shipka shines as the antagonist, stepping into her first major movie villain role with confidence and skill. She’s come a long way since Sabrina, and she clearly has serious range.
Red One gets a solid 4 out of 5 from me. It’s a family-friendly adventure with just enough twists to keep it fresh. For anyone looking to see a familiar story told in a new way, this one’s worth the watch.”
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DEVA Movie Review

Released in India: 2024
Released in the US: 2025
Genre: Action Thriller
Runtime: Approximately 156 minutes
Director: Rosshan Andrrews
Writers: Story by Bobby–Sanjay; Screenplay by Bobby–Sanjay, Abbas Dalal, Hussain Dalal, Arshad Syed, Sumit Arora
Cast: Shahid Kapoor, Pooja Hegde, Pavail Gulati, Pravesh Rana, Kubbra Sait, Girish Kulkarni, Manish Wadhwa, Gaurav More, Abhilash Chaudhary, Pravin Patil, Aditi Sharma
Music: Score by Jakes Bejoy; Songs by Vishal Mishra & Jakes Bejoy
DEVA delivers on the star power of Shahid Kapoor and Pooja Hegde but falters in its attempt to adapt the gripping narrative of Mumbai Police into a high-octane Bollywood thriller. While the film offers moments of style and spectacle, it ultimately struggles to leave a lasting impact.
Shahid Kapoor once again proves his mettle, seamlessly embodying the layered persona of Dev Ambre—a character who walks the fine line between law enforcer and lawbreaker. His screen presence, particularly in the electrifying dance number Bhasad Macha, injects much-needed energy into the film. However, despite his commanding performance, the film’s screenplay does little to elevate its storytelling beyond the standard action-thriller formula.
Pooja Hegde, a talented actress, finds herself in a thankless role, serving more as a narrative device than a fully fleshed-out character. Her chemistry with Shahid is engaging, but the script doesn’t offer her much beyond the love interest trope, leaving her talents underutilized.
As a remake, DEVA retains the framework of Mumbai Police but struggles to replicate its emotional depth and narrative intrigue. Despite a strong cast and an engaging visual style, the film feels like a Bollywoodized version of a Hollywood thriller—heavy on aesthetics but lacking in storytelling impact.
DEVA is a star-driven spectacle that will appeal to Shahid and Pooja’s fan base but fails to live up to its source material’s gripping intensity. A stylish but ultimately underwhelming action thriller.