Ritik Pratap Singh Patel

Why Superman (2025) is a Good Start for DC Studios’ New DCU, but How it Can Also Create Problems Going Deeper into the Universe When James Gunn announced that Superman (2025) would be the official starting point of the new DC Universe, expectations shot through the roof. Released on July 11, 2025, the film reintroduces Clark Kent with David Corenswet donning the cape, positioning the Man of Steel as both a symbol of hope and the face of a revitalized franchise. The result is a movie that succeeds in refreshing Superman’s identity for modern audiences while also raising some tough questions about the long-term health of the DCU. A Fresh and Hopeful Superman The greatest strength of Superman (2025) lies in its tone. Critics and audiences alike have praised the film for leaning into the essence of Superman as an inspiring figure, one who embodies warmth, kindness, and resilience rather than cold, god-like detachment. Corenswet delivers a charismatic, grounded performance, capt...

War 2 (2025) & Coolie (2025) A Double Disappointment War 2 Hollow. Flashy. Forgettable. YRF aimed for an epic spy saga but forgot the story somewhere between the bad VFX and the hype and everything else just crumbles. War 2, directed by Ayan Mukerji, is the latest film in YRF’s Spy Universe and the sequel to the 2019 blockbuster War. It stars Hrithik Roshan as Kabir and Jr. NTR in his Bollywood debut, alongside Kiara Advani, Anil Kapoor, and Ashutosh Rana. The film promised a massive clash between Hrithik and NTR, globe-trotting action, and universe-level storytelling. Sadly, what we get is a hollow, flashy, and forgettable movie. The story of Kabir going rogue and Major Vikram being brought in to stop him had potential, but the writing is weak and predictable. Twists can be seen from miles away, flashbacks slow down the pace, and subplots feel half-baked. The film talks about building a universe but undercuts it by constantly repeating that “onl...

Xabi-Ball: How Real Madrid Are Shaping a New Era Under Xabi Alonso What’s up, fellow Madridistas! It’s Ritik here, and I’ve been diving deep into the exciting changes at Real Madrid under Xabi Alonso. The friendly against Tirol gave us a clear glimpse into how this team is evolving, and the word that sums it all up is balance. Alonso is building a new identity for Madrid—fluid, collective, and tactical—while also handling the problem of plenty when it comes to squad depth. A New System: Welcome to “Xabi-Ball” Forget rigid formations. Xabi Alonso has introduced a style that focuses on possession, positional play, and collective defending. Madrid started in a 4-3-3 but quickly shifted into a 3-4-2-1, with players rotating constantly to create numerical advantages. They also played in 3-5-2 during Club World Cup. Key features of this system: • Quick, vertical passing to break lines. • High pressing as a unit. • Defenders stepping into midfield to compress the pitch...

Moctale: Not Just Another Movie Review Platform, It’s So Much More Hey there, Ritik here, and I’m super excited to share something that’s got me buzzing, My favourite creators just dropped Moctale,  a platform that’s changing the game for pop culture fans like us. It’s not just a place to rate movies—it’s a vibrant, India-focused community where you can discover films, series, and anime, join epic fan discussions and clubs, and plan your watchlist without wading through fake reviews or endless streaming chaos. Created by three awesome friends—Mohit, Priyanshu (aka PJ), and Badal—this is their story of passion, hustle, and a dream to make pop culture fun and authentic. I’ll walk you through how Moctale came to be, what makes it special, and a few ideas I have to make it even better. Let’s dive in! The Journey: From Online Chats to Moctale It all started when Mohit, PJ, and Badal connected online, bonding over their love for cinemas, pop culture and everythin...