Hi Legalfalcon,@sichinta
First thing is stop comparing your application with others. Each application is different and there are many variables.
There are many applications that are just stuck, and there is nothing much you can do to expedite the process. You can send a webform as ask about the status or request GCMS notes and see if you have review required.
How to know if a review is required from the GCMS notes?
Thanks in advance