Why Ranbir Kapoor’s 'Rockstar' Is A Great Movie

Ranbir’s career-best performance

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A.R. Rahman’s soul-stirring music

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Story about pain as art

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Imperfect love, perfect impact

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Cinematography that feels like a painting

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Chaos feels intentional

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It has a soul

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