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Guns & Gulaabs is a 2023 Indian Hindi-language crime drama web series created by Raj Nidimoru and Krishna DK for Netflix. The series stars Rajkummar Rao, Dulquer Salmaan, Gulshan Devaiah, and Adarsh Gourav. It is set in the early 1990s in a small town in Uttar Pradesh and follows the story of a group of people who are involved in a drug deal gone wrong.

The series has been praised for its performances, direction, and 1990s nostalgia. The performances of the cast, particularly Rajkummar Rao, Dulquer Salmaan, and Gulshan Devaiah, have been singled out for praise. The direction by Raj Nidimoru and Krishna DK has also been praised for its stylish visuals and quirky humor. The series' 1990s nostalgia has also been praised, with many viewers enjoying the references to popular culture of the era.

However, the series has also been criticized for its slow pace and lack of focus. Some viewers have also found the humor to be too quirky and off-beat. Overall, Guns & Gulaabs is a mixed bag. It has some strong elements, but it is also flawed. Whether or not you enjoy the series will depend on your personal taste.

Here are some of the things that I liked about Guns & Gulaabs:

  • The performances: The cast is excellent, with everyone giving memorable performances. Rajkummar Rao is particularly good as the hapless gangster, Lakhwinder Singh.
  • The direction: Raj Nidimoru and Krishna DK direct with style and flair. The series is visually stunning, and the humor is often laugh-out-loud funny.
  • The 1990s nostalgia: The series is full of references to popular culture of the 1990s, which will appeal to fans of the era.

Here are some of the things that I didn't like about Guns & Gulaabs:

  • The slow pace: The series can be slow-paced at times, and it can be difficult to stay engaged.
  • The lack of focus: The series doesn't always know what it wants to be, and it can be a bit all over the place.
  • The humor: The humor is often quirky and off-beat, and it may not appeal to everyone.

Overall, I found Guns & Gulaabs to be a mixed bag. It has some strong elements, but it is also flawed. Whether or not you enjoy the series will depend on your personal taste. If you are a fan of Raj Nidimoru and Krishna DK's work, or if you are a fan of crime dramas with a quirky sense of humor, then you will probably enjoy Guns & Gulaabs. However, if you are looking for a fast-paced, action-packed thriller, then you may be disappointed.

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