Bhootni Movie Review – Real scares or fake shocks?
Hindi cinema is in the era of horror films, and in this series, the new release “Bhootni” has hit the theatres. Directed by Anurag Kashyap (fictitious name), this film stars Nayanthara and Rajkumar Rao in the lead roles. Let’s find out if this film is really scary or just relies on clichéd jump scares.
Ghost Story (Without Spoilers)
The story of the film revolves around an abandoned mansion where Aditi (Nayanthara) and her husband Abhay (Rajkummar Rao) move in. Soon Aditi begins to witness strange events, and realises that there is an ominous spirit haunting the house.
Positive points of the film
✔ Some real scary moments – There are two-three scenes that really give you goosebumps.
✔ Excellent acting by Nayanthara – She has played the role of a scared woman very well.
✔ Successful in creating the atmosphere – The set of the mansion and the background music give a feeling of fear.
Drawbacks of the film
❌ Mostly reliant on jump scares – just sudden noises and jolts rather than real scares.
❌ Plot holes – many parts of the story are left unexplained.
❌ Imitates other horror films – many scenes are similar to films like “The Conjuring” and “Bhoot”.
Audience Reaction (Word of Mouth)
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IMDb Rating: 5.1/10 (Average Rating)
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Social media reaction: Some people liked the film, while many called it a “clichéd formula” .
OTT Release – When and Where to Watch?
The film is going to be released soon on Netflix or Amazon Prime . If you cannot watch it in the theatre, you can try it on OTT.
Final Word – Should you watch Bhootni?
If you are not a hardcore horror fan and just want to pass time, then you can watch it once. But if you like real horror movies , then this movie may disappoint you.
Rating: ⭐⭐½ (2.5/5)
