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Swetha Ramakrishnan

Swetha Ramakrishnan's reviews only count toward the Tomatometer® when published at Tomatometer-approved publication(s).
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A Death in the Gunj (2016) 94% EDIT “We need to have a middle path between "arty farty parallel cinema" and "mass masala entertainer", and Konkona Sen Sharma seems to have found a way, with A Death in the Gunj.” – Firstpost Oct 10, 2023 Full Review Meri Pyaari Bindu (2017) 50% EDIT “Meri Pyaari Bindu doesn't insult your intelligence and yet gives you a dreamy story.” – Firstpost Oct 10, 2023 Full Review Baywatch (2017) 18% EDIT “In Baywatch, characters are introduced with style. But the storyline itself is routine, predictable.” – Firstpost Oct 10, 2023 Full Review Raabta (2017) 17% EDIT “Raabta has potential. And it's good to see a film that takes itself seriously in the right way — a lot of effort has been taken to establish authenticity. But I wish for more. Now whether that's a good thing or bad, you'll have to watch and decide.” – Firstpost Oct 10, 2023 Full Review Ittefaq (2017) 91% EDIT “It's a tight, crisp debut by Abhay Chopra, and while Sonakshi and Siddharth both play their parts well, the real star of Ittefaq is Akshaye Khanna.” – Firstpost Oct 10, 2023 Full Review Padmaavat (2018) 53% EDIT “I'm not sure whether to feel bad for or be critical of Bhansali. But here's the thing (hello Karni Sena, I am talking to you): your disappointment and disapproval of a film can coexist with the film itself. ” – Firstpost Oct 10, 2023 Full Review Love Per Square Foot (2018) 100% 3.5/5 EDIT “This Netflix film feels like a breezy Bombay version of YRF's Band Baaja Baaraat.” – Firstpost Oct 10, 2023 Full Review Chef (2017) 50% EDIT “Not only does Saif look dapper in the film, he possibly bagged the best performance too.” – Firstpost Oct 10, 2023 Full Review Judwaa 2 (2017) 38% EDIT “Don't watch if you're looking for something deep. Be ready to roll your eyes in several scenes. The songs make up for the silliness in Judwaa 2. And then there's Varun Dhawan, who doesn't take himself too seriously, and that's the best part of Judwaa 2.” – Firstpost Oct 10, 2023 Full Review A Gentleman (2017) 50% EDIT “The action isn't larger than life, and even comical at times. The tone of the film keeps shifting between funny, serious, confusion and finally, almost like a Guy Ritchie film, ties up in the last few moments, with aplomb.” – Firstpost Oct 10, 2023 Full Review Toilet: Ek Prem Katha (2017) 21% EDIT “Things start moving only towards the last few minutes in the film, and by then it's all about Akshay. Bhumi becomes a mere catalyst. This is the biggest issue with Toilet: Ek Prem Katha.” – Firstpost Oct 10, 2023 Full Review Jab Harry Met Sejal (2017) 29% EDIT “Jab Harry Met Sejal, starring Shah Rukh Khan and Anushka Sharma, involves travel, profound human experiences and a sometimes humorous exploration of emotions.” – Firstpost Oct 10, 2023 Full Review Tubelight (2017) 29% EDIT “It also takes a lot to keep the viewers engaged in a film where your protagonist is doing nothing that he is known for. It's a big gamble, and we'll only know post-Eid whether it paid off or not, but full marks for effort, to Kabir Khan and Salman Khan.” – Firstpost Oct 10, 2023 Full Review Hichki (2018) 60% EDIT “Hichki would be incomplete without the talented performance of Neeraj Kabi.” – Firstpost Oct 10, 2023 Full Review Baaghi 2 (2018) 33% EDIT “It's a pity the film didn't use Manoj Bajpayee and Randeep Hooda's expertise more; they are mere pawns in Tiger Shroff's journey. Now that's the real pity.” – Firstpost Oct 10, 2023 Full Review A Quiet Place (2018) 96% EDIT “The vast potential of silence does the trick in A Quiet Place — one of the most terrifying films in recent times for its execution of a unique brand of horror.” – Firstpost Oct 10, 2023 Full Review Fierce Punch in a Dark Room (2018) 2.5/5 EDIT “Why have a story when you can mix horror and comedy and call it a day?” – Firstpost Oct 10, 2023 Full Review Raazi (2018) 100% EDIT “Raazi is an engaging, taut thriller but it will be most remembered for being Alia Bhatt's best performance (so far).” – Firstpost Oct 10, 2023 Full Review Lust Stories (2018) 100% 4.5/5 EDIT “Bollywood's sexual awakening (not to be confused with sexualisation and/or male gaze) has been a long time coming. In that regard, Lust Stories is a step in the right direction.” – Firstpost Oct 10, 2023 Full Review Race 3 (2018) 13% EDIT “Race 3 is a funny, kitschy and audacious film...” – Firstpost Oct 10, 2023 Full Review Sanju (2018) 41% EDIT “Sanju ends up feel like a version of Dutt's life for children; a sanitised fable of sorts. You are very often left wanting more. This gap is filled by Ranbir Kapoor — a fine performer who understands his subject matter and audience.” – Firstpost Oct 10, 2023 Full Review Dhadak (2018) 27% EDIT “Credit to Ishaan and Janhvi for their decent performances and their ability to sink into their characters' skins. But Dharma Productions should have just stuck to making a Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania-esque commercial entertainer for Janhvis's debut.” – Firstpost Oct 10, 2023 Full Review Karwaan (2018) 73% EDIT “Like driving through a lush green road, earphones plugged in with your thoughts playing out like the opening credits of a film. At some point you will get tired of the view, and you may even fall asleep. But the journey moves along anyway, much like life.” – Firstpost Oct 10, 2023 Full Review Ghoul (2015) 33% EDIT “There are several levels of horror at play in Ghoul, and this layered approach to an oft-misunderstood genre comes from a director who seems keenly aware.” – Firstpost Oct 10, 2023 Full Review Pataakha (2018) 75% 3.5/5 EDIT “Way too many directors have managed to capture the essence, dialect and inherent charm of rural India, but Vishal Bhardwaj takes it one step further with Pataakha.” – Firstpost Oct 10, 2023 Full Review
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