‘Baramulla’ Movie Review: Horror Lies In The Eyes of the Beholder
Aditya Suhas Jambhale’s film blends partisan politics with supernatural horror, creating a complex and unsettling narrative.
Release and Cast
- Release date: Friday, November 7
- Cast: Manav Kaul, Bhasha Sumbli, Arista Mehta, Vikas Shukla, Mir Sarwar, Neelofar Hamid
- Director: Aditya Suhas Jambhale
- Screenwriters: Aditya Suhas Jambhale, Aditya Dhar, Monal Thaakar
Plot Overview
The film opens with a powerful single shot: a flower bud in the snow catches the eye of Shoaib, a child whose story echoes the painful history of the region. Instead of violence, the camera glides over the valley, then Shoaib disappears during a local magic show.
Harsh and pragmatic DSP Ridwaan Sayyed (Manav Kaul) arrives in town to investigate Shoaib’s disappearance. Shoaib is the son of a former MLA, adding political weight to the case. More children vanish from the same school, suggesting a larger, sinister pattern.
Political Thriller Meets Paranormal
The investigation reveals a militant group led by an unseen leader named "Bhaijaan," involved in the kidnappings. Their evil schemes are communicated through unsettling agricultural metaphors illustrating their recruitment drives. The film places the militants within a recognizable chain of command, drawing from the 2016 attack's aftermath.
“There is no secret here; the terrorists converse in evil farming analogies to reveal their ‘recruitment’ drive.”
While Ridwaan’s pursuit remains grounded in reality, a supernatural thread begins to surface in his own home, adding layers to the unfolding horror.
Summary: ‘Baramulla’ cleverly intertwines political conflict with supernatural elements, delivering a haunting story that challenges perceptions of fear and reality.
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