‘Julia’s Stepping Stones’ review: Ever wondered what makes a filmmaker? Julia Reichert has the answer 

Julia Reichert’s documentary ‘Julia’s Stepping Stones’ on Netflix offers an intimate look at the moments that shaped her into a filmmaker

By Aaliya Farzeen Ashraf
‘Marco’ review: A revenge drama full of swag and gore—but nothing else!

If you are in the mood for high-octane action and graphic violence, ‘Marco’ delivers. Though the story follows a familiar revenge formula, its intense action sequences might keep you hooked—if you can handle the bloodshed

By Aaliya Farzeen Ashraf
'Viduthalai Part 2' review: A relatively less refined, emotionally distant sequel

Vetrimaaran's cinematic approach to the action sequences is understandable to a certain extent but things begin to get slightly repetitive later, and, I must add, even comical — or unintentionally comical

By Sajin Shrijith
Stuffcool Lucid Plus power bank review: Stylish looking, compact, not too bulky to carry around

Priced at Rs 3,499, the power bank measures about two smartphones glued to each other when it comes to thickness

By Manik K
Redmi Note 14 5G: Great display, okay performance

Priced at Rs. 19,999 for the base model, Redmi Note 14 5G offers a vibrant display, good battery life, and decent cameras but falls short on software smoothness

By Manik K
Google Pixel 9 Pro XL: Best in AI capabilities, offers solid camera and smooth performance

5G network reception improved on Pixel 9 Pro XL compared to the Pixel 8. Portrait shots not quite as good as Samsung and Apple

By Manik K
'Reflections of Ram Sewak' review: An act of love and devotion

The book 'Reflections of Ram Sewak' will make for excellent reading for who those looking for some spiritual guidance, for devotees and the uninitiated alike given his lucid prose and exposition.

By Pratul Sharma
‘Why the Heck Not?’ review: A sanitised blueprint to Lutyens Delhi deals and magazine-story roundups

K.P. Singh, along with co-author Aparna Jain, provides an insider's perspective on how Gurgaon came to be the housing hub driven by DLF projects

By K. Sunil Thomas
Finding rationality in immortality: Satyen Mohapatra’s ‘I am Immortal’

‘I am Immortal’ book review: Throughout the book, veteran journalist Satyen Mohapatra intelligently defines and describes consciousness

By Reya Mehrotra