Review of Chakravyuh (2012) by Rakesh R — 29 Oct 2012

Excellent portrayal of Naxalism and its causes.

This review of Chakravyuh (2012) was written by Rakesh R on 29 Oct 2012.

Chakravyuh has generally received mixed reviews.

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Substituting the usual Bollywood song-and-dance with pumped-up bullet ballet, this lengthy but propulsive pic puts a contempo political spin…

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By Harish K (28) on 26 Oct 2012

Nice movie, good direction, acting and editing. Though sympathetic towards Maoist movement, movie is really worth watching…

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By Duke B (10) on 27 Oct 2012

Plot basically resembles with 'AVATAR' but it's one the rare inspiring movies that you get to see these days…

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By Arjun S (87) on 27 Oct 2012

A very difficult subject......a movie with some good performances but.......Jha should have handled the subject better, has too much of a pro…

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By Jay D (276) on 02 Mar 2013

Brilliant plot also featuring friendship,and how it affects people. A good insight into lives of the Naxalites…

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By Soheni N (1) on 27 Dec 2012

Amazing movie! a lot of suspense and action, along with an excellent portrayal of Naxalism and its causes. really makes you think critically…

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