review

Inclusive institutions drive prosperity, while corruption and selective laws lead to ruin

When its new season dropped, the Internet threw up remnants of a macabre past which still haunts Korea

The series peels back the layers of India’s infamous Tihar Jail, exposing power, corruption & resilience

While we were loving Gaiman and his work, he was using his fandom as bait

The book shows how the Golden Age of Islamic thought shaped thinking in all the Abrahamic faiths

The series is a delicate portrait of a family in turmoil, brought together by knowledge of a father’s infidelity

From Abrahamic accounts to the Vedas, one can trace the signs of Pashtun ethos enduring to this day

The novel explores resistance and empowerment in a totalitarian society that strips women of freedom

Shocking revelations about Neil Gaiman, Alice Munro & Cormac McCarthy rocked the literary world in 2024

Amidst the Dead explores love, loss & self-discovery against the backdrop of conflict-stricken Peshawar in the 2000s

‘Mother, Couch’ & ‘Lost Lake Confessions’ explore how we confront pressures of family, friendship & mortality

Rohit Shetty’s cop universe returns with cranked up action, but the storyline falters in the chaos

The legendary Studio Ghibli founder delivers another masterpiece with The Boy and the Heron

Permits are being assessed to ensure compliance with Australia’s human rights, international commitments

In trying to subvert the expectations of fans of the 2019 film, the sequel loses the plot entirely

In a bustling 18th-century kitchen, the series simmers with rich aromas of love, intrigue, and betrayal

Stunning performances and a deeply moving story make it a ‘must see’ for anyone who has lost a loved one

Why a streaming service like Netflix is cancelling shows that have fan following

Tackling the sensitive topic of ‘coming out’, the documentary follows two friends on a road trip across US

Mohammad Ali Samejo’ true to life portrayal of Karachi explores the challenges its denizens face

New and old interpretations of Greek mythology come to life with modern flair in Kaos

Damien Chazelle's bold and unflinching Babylon takes audiences on a chaotic journey

Anubhav Sinha's latest venture teases with potential but falls short of delivering a truly compelling narrative

China's AAA debut redefines industry norms with record-smashing fusion of ancient lore, high-octane gameplay

Bank reinstates performance-related job cuts in 2022 after halting it for two years due to COVID-19 pandemic

The portrayal of women in Pakistani teleplays unpacks damaging narratives that need an urgent shift

A terrifyingly funny sequel, it delivers scares and laughs with a heartwarming story

Pakistan's first 2D animation film sets an exceptional precedent for cinematic endeavours

Featuring fresh faces and stunning action, Kill is a gripping story inspired by a real-life incident

We thought Logan was Hugh Jackman’s swansong as Wolverine. We were wrong. This is it. This is the swansong

Panama joins eight other Latin American countries calling for meeting of OAS citing Venezuela's election concerns

The 2017 reboot delivers outrageous plots, fierce family feuds, and characters you love to hate (or just laugh at)

Beneath Bridgerton’s dazzling costumes lie controversies about race and historical accuracy

Nabeel Qureshi & Fizza Ali Meerza's latest venture struggles to live up to its promise

Supply of US weapons to Israel has become significant point of tension between Biden administration and Netanyahu

The protagonist, a kidnapped victim herself, hides a huge secret that could jeopardise her good work!

A 7-foot puppet monster shadows him, still Benedict Cumberbatch grabs all attention as he searches for his son

The film offers a refreshing departure from usual Bollywood fare & a career-defining performance from Katrina Kaif

A spinoff show carries forward the famous ‘howcatchem’ format that made Columbo a legend

Twenty years ago, the finale of the popular Friends was aired, watched by over 50 million fans across the world

The Korean series explores the psychology of exacting revenge for violent crimes and the moral dilemma it presents

Two countries will also hold a meeting of Joint Cooperation Committee of CPEC in Beijing to review progress

There is more to Daniel LaRusso than meets the eye, and Ralph Macchio proves that in an autobiography

Balochistan reviews by-poll readiness

A round up of everything on our radar this week

Security expert by day, poet and writer by night, Haya Fatima Sehgal explores social issues and cultural dilemmas

The backdrop of a posh Mexican gated community, reflecting a society where greed, discontent, and materialism

An uninventive psychological thriller, Saltburn relies on scenes of revolting psychosexual behaviour

A Swedish series on family’s test & trial not only pushes boundaries but resonates with cultural fabric of our society

Returning the crime scene for his viewers after 14 years, Adrian Monk shows that once a detective, always a detective