Dr. Prakash Hindustani is a renowned journalist, writer, blogger, YouTuber, and film critic in India. He is the founding editor of Webdunia, the first Hindi web portal, and has played a pivotal role in establishing Hindi as a prominent language on the internet. His academic achievements include the first-ever Ph.D. in Hindi Internet Media. Over the years, he has worked with some of the most prestigious newspapers and media houses in India, such as Dharamyug, Navbharat Times, Naidunia, Dainik Bhaskar, and Webdunia. He frequently writes on social and political issues in various publications and is a regular panelist on television debates.

However, what remains relatively unknown about him is his unparalleled passion for cinema. For nearly three decades, Dr. Prakash Hindustani has religiously watched the first day, first show of new releases every week. His knowledge of films is vast, and he actively shares his insights on social media.

As a film critic, Dr. Hindustani's reviews are exceptionally balanced and fact-based. His opinion carries such weight that thousands of readers decide whether to watch a movie based on his review alone. Many even comment on his posts, affirming their choice based on his assessment. His reviews have an uncanny ability to predict a film’s fate at the box office. Over time, he has developed a distinctive reviewing style, which is uniquely his own. If he labels a movie as "dekhnayogya" (worth watching), it is almost certain to be a hit. If he deems it "ajhelniya" (unbearable), viewers know to stay away. The term "jhelniya" (tolerable) in his reviews suggests that the film is neither exceptional nor terrible—it is watchable but skippable too. His positive reviews are often seen as an assurance of a film's success.

What makes his reviews so accurate? Unlike many mainstream critics who receive special screenings, Dr. Hindustani watches films by purchasing tickets, just like any regular audience member. He does not assign star ratings; instead, he clearly states whether a movie should or should not be watched and provides reasons for his verdict. His writings on the evolving landscape of cinema remain timeless and insightful.

Dr. Prakash Hindustani’s reviews are so widely appreciated that several websites, newspapers, and magazines republish them with due credit. A popular website even presents his reviews in video format, which has gained immense popularity. His film reviews consistently go viral on social media.

Unlike many film journalists, Dr. Hindustani prefers to remain independent. Residing in Indore, he is rarely seen mingling with film publicity teams or PR professionals. His integrity remains intact as he buys his own tickets and writes unbiased reviews.

An internet pioneer, Dr. Hindustani launched his personal website, PrakashHindustani.com, 26 years ago—one of India's earliest personal websites. Notably, he has made all the content on his website copyright-free, allowing anyone to use his articles with due credit and attribution. This generosity is rare in the digital age. His website houses thousands of his articles and videos, covering journalism, travelogues, and his published books.

Dr. Prakash Hindustani is not just a film critic—he is an institution in himself, shaping the way audiences perceive cinema with honesty, expertise, and an unshakeable commitment to truth.
- RP Singh 

 

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