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OTT Review: Lust Stories 3 – Hindi Film on Netflix

by 123telugu

Movie Name : Lust Stories 3
Streaming Date : September 18, 2026
Streaming Platform : Netflix
123telugu.com Rating : 2.75/5
Starring : Konkona Sen Sharma, Radhika Apte, Vijay Varma, Abhishek Banerjee, Gurfateh Pirzada, Sana Thampi, Ali Fazal, Radhika Madan, Aditi Rao Hydari & Siddharth
Directors : Vikramaditya Motwane, Kiran Rao, Shakun Batra & Vishal Bhardwaj
Producers : Ronnie Screwvala, Ashi Dua Sara
Music Directors : Sneha Khanwalkar, Ram Sampath, Yash Sahai, Vishal Bhardwaj, Neel Adhikari
Cinematographers  : Siddharth Diwan, Shreya Dev Dube, Swapnil Sonawane, Saurabh Goswami
Editors : Tanya Chhabria, Samyukta Kaja, Nitin Baid

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Lust Stories is the bold anthology film series that gained popularity on Netflix. Now, the latest installment from this franchise, Lust Stories 3, has started streaming. Let’s see how it is.

Story:

Just like the previous installments, Lust Stories 3 is also an anthology comprising four different stories. The film attempts to explore love, obsession, the ups and downs of marriage, and the complexities of marital life in modern society from different perspectives. Each story revolves around different characters, their personal lives, sexual desires, and the consequences of the decisions they make.

Plus Points:

All the actors in the lead roles have done complete justice to their respective characters. They handle the emotional and bold scenes naturally without crossing the line. Konkona Sen Sharma, Radhika Apte, Siddharth, and Aditi Rao Hydari are completely immersed in their roles and deliver good performances.

The stories directed by Shakun Batra and Vikramaditya Motwane work well in terms of concept and emotional depth. The production design, cinematography, and background score complement the mood of each story and make an impression.

The film focusing more on the characters’ psychological conflicts rather than merely relying on bold scenes works in its favour. The way it explores human psychology is particularly impressive.

Minus Points:

Although two of the four stories manage to impress, the other two fail to live up to expectations. These stories move at a very slow pace and test the patience levels.

The endings of a few stories are also not very impactful and feel like they were wrapped up in a hurry. Compared to the previous installments, some scenes lack the required drama, making it difficult for the audience to fully connect with the characters.

Some scenes also remind us of the earlier anthologies, making the season feel less fresh and innovative.

Technical Aspects:

Although the points chosen by the directors for this anthology are good, they don’t completely succeed in presenting them effectively on screen. The screenplay feels flat at certain places and moves at a very slow pace. The editing could have been better as well. The cinematography looks rich and impressive. The background score suits the mood of the stories very well. The production values are appealing. The Telugu dubbing is decent.

Verdict:

Overall, Lust Stories 3 manages to work to an extent as a bold anthology drama. The bold and emotional concepts, performances, and production values are its major strengths. However, weak narratives and dragged-out sequences in some of the stories are disappointing. Hence it is suggested to watch Lust Stories 3 with expectations in check.

123telugu.com Rating: 2.75/5

Reviewed by 123telugu Team

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Gram Chikitsalay Season 2

OTT Review: Gram Chikitsalay Season 2 – Hindi Series on Amazon Prime Video

by 123telugu

Gram Chikitsalay Season 2 OTT Series Review

Web Series Name : Gram Chikistalay S2
Streaming Date : June 23, 2026
Streaming Platform : Prime Video
123telugu.com Rating : 2.75/5
Starring :Amol Parashar, Vinay Pathak, Akansha Ranjan Kapoor, Anandeshwar Dwivedi, Akash Makhija, Garima Vikrant Singh, Dinesh Lal Yadav
Director : Lalitam Anand
Producer : Arunabh Kumar
Music Director : Rohit Sharma
Cinematographer  : Girish Kant
Editor : Chandrashekhar Prajapati

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After a gap of nearly a year, Gram Chikitsalay Season 2 arrives with a new challenge for Dr. Prabhat Sinha and his team. Created by TVF for Amazon Prime Video, the Hindi-language series is now streaming. Has the new season improved on the shortcomings of its predecessor? Let’s find out.

Story:

Having adapted to life in Bhatkandi village and its people’s mindset, Dr. Prabhat Sinha (Amol Parashar) continues to struggle with low patient turnout and a shortage of medicines at the PHC. He soon learns that winning the Ideal PHC Award could secure the resources the centre desperately needs. Determined to achieve the goal, Prabhat sets out to transform the PHC, only to face a new condition that threatens his plans. What is this condition, and can he overcome the challenges that follow? The series reveals the answers.

Plus Points:

Whether the makers took audience feedback into account or simply refined their approach, Season 2 is a noticeable improvement over its predecessor. The central conflict is more interesting, the narrative feels more focused, and the overall content works better than what the first season offered.

Amol Parashar maintains consistency in the lead role and shows slight improvement compared to the previous season. Anandeshwar Dwivedi as Phutani and Akash Makhija as Gobind once again emerge as the major strengths of the series, delivering several entertaining moments through their comic timing. Gobind’s subplot, centred on his desire for a permanent job and marriage, is among the better-written portions of the season, with Akash Makhija handling the character’s emotional conflict with sincerity and conviction.

Akansha Ranjan Kapoor as Dr. Gargi has limited screen presence and therefore doesn’t get much scope to showcase her abilities. Vinay Pathak is dependable as Dr. Chetak Kumar, while Dinesh Lal Yadav (Nirahua) is adequate as Babu Saheb.

The final episode deserves special mention. While not every emotional beat lands perfectly, it still delivers a few heartfelt moments, particularly through Moushami Bharti’s character, and provides the season with a satisfying conclusion.

Minus Points:

The biggest drawback of the season is its pacing. Despite having only five episodes with runtimes of around 30–40 minutes each, the narrative often feels stretched. The core conflict is decent enough on its own, making the slow storytelling feel unnecessary.

The Ideal PHC Award storyline gives the season a stronger purpose, but the sluggish narration frequently dilutes its impact. Several supporting characters, particularly Gargi and Babu Saheb, are given emotional moments, yet their arcs lack the depth needed for those scenes to leave a stronger impression.

The makers seem keen on maintaining a light-hearted tone throughout, which works for the most part. However, the background score often signals emotions before the scenes are allowed to create them naturally.

Similarly, the subplot involving Dr. Chetak Kumar’s daughter feels underexplored and ultimately comes across as a missed opportunity. While the writing succeeds in making the season better than its predecessor, several emotional moments could have carried greater weight with deeper character development and tighter execution.

Technical Aspects:

Director Lalitam Anand handles the direction competently and keeps the series accessible throughout. The writing team, including Vaibhav Suman and Shreya Srivastava, improves upon the foundation laid in the first season by presenting a more focused narrative. However, the screenplay still struggles with pacing issues and occasionally falls short of fully exploring its emotional and character-driven moments.

Girish Kant’s cinematography is satisfactory and captures the rural setting effectively. Rohit Sharma’s music complements the narrative reasonably well. The editing by Chandrashekhar Prajapati is arguably the weakest technical aspect of the season. A tighter edit could have significantly improved the viewing experience and made the series more engaging. The production values remain decent throughout.

Verdict:

On the whole, Gram Chikitsalay Season 2 is an improvement over the first season, thanks to a better central conflict and a few commendable performances. While the finale and certain emotional moments work to an extent, the persistently slow pacing and underdeveloped supporting arcs prevent the series from making a stronger impact. With tighter writing and sharper execution, it could have been a far better watch. Give it a try only if you have the patience for a slow-burn rural drama and are willing to overlook its shortcomings.

123telugu.com Rating: 2.75/5
Reviewed by 123telugu Team 

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OTT Review: Ali Fazal’s Raakh – Hindi web series on Prime Video

by 123telugu

Web Series Name : Raakh
Streaming Date : June 12, 2026
Streaming Platform : Prime Video
123telugu.com Rating : 3.25/5
Starring : Ali Fazal, Sonali Bendre, Aamir Bashir, Akash Makhija, Ramandeep Yadav, Divya Sharma, Vivaan Sharma, Anshul Chauhan, Rakesh Bedi, Dibyendu Bhattacharya
Directors : Prosit Roy, Anusha Nandakumar, Sandeep Saket
Producer : Endemol Shine India BhaDiPa
Music Director : Parth Pandya, Shalom Benjamin, Ajay Jayanthi
Cinematographer  : Saumyananda Sahi
Editor : Manas Mittal

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Prime Video has now come up with a new crime series, Raakh, headlined by Ali Fazal. Sonali Bendre played a key role. The series is also available in Telugu audio. Let’s see how it is.

Story:

Raakh is based on the Ranga-Billa case, which shook the nation in the 1970s. Suman Arora (Divya Sharma) and Sahil Arora (Vivaan Sharma) are siblings and the children of an army officer living in Delhi. One evening, they leave for the radio station where Suman Arora is scheduled to perform. However, the kids go missing, and their parents (Aamir Bashir and Sonali Bendre) soon lodge a complaint.

SI Jayaprakash Jatav takes up the case, and very soon, the cops learn that the kids are gruesomely killed in a forest. Babu (Akash Makhija) and Rajjo (Ramandeep Yadav) commit the crime. What made Babu and Rajjo kill innocent kids? What is their past? Did Jayaprakash catch them? This forms the crux of the story.

Plus Points:

Raakh is helmed by Prosit Roy, the same director who came up with the acclaimed show Paatal Lok. If you loved Paatal Lok, you will be equally impressed by Raakh. Such is the finesse he has displayed with this series. Not just the director, everyone associated with the show has brought their A-game and put forth their best effort.

Normally, there are two ways in which a crime-based series or film is made. Usually, the killers are not revealed until the end, while the other approach is to reveal their identity within the first few minutes itself. Both come with their own set of challenges, but the latter is more difficult to pull off. This is where the makers of Raakh have hit it out of the park.

Yes, the series has been dramatized, but the impact it leaves is such that Raakh will stay with you long after it ends. The decision to come up with a back-and-forth screenplay has helped the show create a great deal of interest and intrigue in the proceedings. This has been done remarkably well. What makes Raakh work so well is not only its grittiness in showcasing its demons (villains), but also its solid emotional depth.

The investigation angle is smartly written, and the parallel tracks of the antagonists keep us glued to the screen throughout. Akash Makhija and Ramandeep Yadav take the cake with their performances, which perfectly showcase the amount of cruelty in their characters. Ali Fazal is solid as a highly determined cop.

Sonali Bendre is impactful as a traumatized mother. Divya Sharma and Vivaan Sharma are splendid, and their vulnerable situation will make tears roll down our faces. Anshul Chauhan, Rakesh Bedi, Sudhir Sangwan, Mukund Pal, and the other actors lend excellent support. The preferential treatment given within the police department and how strict adherence to procedures can sometimes result in criminals walking free have also been neatly shown.

Minus Points:

The makers have adopted a no-holds-barred approach to truly reflect how gruesome and dreaded the real-life killers were, and some moments might be disturbing for family audiences.

The decision to end the show with the disturbing portions involving the children wasn’t a great one, as viewers would expect the series to conclude on a high note with the capture and torture of the criminals.

Technical Aspects:

The background score by Ajay Jayanthi and Parth Pandya is scintillating. The cinematography by Saumyananda Sahi is brilliant, and the production values are commendable. The production design is first-rate, as the show transports us to the olden days. The editing is satisfactory for the most part.

The direction by Prosit Roy is praiseworthy. He got excellent support from his writing team and artists, helping him deliver an impact on par with Paatal Lok.

Verdict:

On the whole, Raakh is a gripping crime series that works well due to its arresting screenplay, excellent performances, and gritty treatment. While the first two episodes focus on establishing the premise and key characters, what follows later is a satisfying showcase of police investigation, the ruthlessness of the killers, and emotional depth. Akash Makhija and Ramandeep Yadav’s performances as criminals will send chills down the spine. Ali Fazal, Sonali Bendre, and the rest of the cast are solid. Some visuals might be deeply disturbing for family audiences, and the pacing drops at a few places. If you love crime dramas, Raakh turns out to be an engrossing watch.

123telugu.com Rating: 3.25/5

Reviewed by 123telugu Team 

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