CULTURAL BUZZ

“Red Ruby Da Sleeze” marks the 13th number-one hit for well-known rapstress Nicki Minaj after topping Billboard Charts since it’s release on March 3, and it's oh-so-deserved.

The song sounds like fast-paced dance music with Minaj’s original kick and spin on a classic rap track that's never been done before.

Under powerful and clever lyrics such as “Chinese on my sleeve, these wanna be Chun-Li’s,” Minaj references her alter ego perfectly, as well as fitting into her rhyme scheme of smart wordplay and diction to signify a deeper meaning in her songs.

With “Red Ruby Da Sleeze,” Minaj has delivered once again, making the song likely to become a fan favorite and encouraging fans to look out for future songs by Minaj.

-- Peter Atchley, Journalism I student

Chor Nikal Ke Bhaga, a Netflix original action movie made and set in India, was released on March 24. Acted in Hindi, the one hour and 50 minute movie’s international touch helps it differentiate itself from typical Hollywood films.

The movie follows flight attendant Neha (Yami Gautam) as she attempts to help her boyfriend pull off a heist mid-flight— until their plane, and plan, get hijacked.

While at first Chor Nikal Ke Bhaga seems headed towards a cliché action movie plot, shocking twists make the storyline more complex and enjoyable, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats.

The movie is made up of flashbacks to multiple different times and places, which furthers the suspense and complexities of the plot, but can also be somewhat confusing. Additionally, the dialogue and acting fail to carry the story as they aren’t anything special, and won’t emotionally invest viewers.

Overall, this movie is perfect for those seeking an easy yet thrilling watch, but fails to deliver a memorable viewing experience.

-- Isabella Westrich, Variety Editor