The highly anticipated horror film, “Pindam,” is set has hit theaters on December 15, 2023. Boasting a stellar ensemble cast including Srikanth Sriram, Kushee Ravi, Eswari Rao, Srinivas Avasarala, Ravi Varma, Manik Reddy, Baby Chaitra, Baby Leisha, Vijayalakshmi, Srilatha, and others, the movie is directed by Saikiran Daida. Produced by Yeshwanth Daggumati, “Pindam” features a captivating musical score crafted by the talented Krishna Saurabh Surampalli. As the release date approaches, audiences are eagerly anticipating the spine-chilling experience that “Pindam” promises to deliver, coupled with the prowess of its director, accomplished cast, and soul-stirring music.
The eerie and spine-chilling film, “Pindam,” featuring Srikanth Sriram and Kushee Ravi, has made its debut in theaters. Marketed as the most terrifying film to date, let’s delve into how the movie unfolds.
Plot
Antony (Sriram), an accountant at a rice mill, decides to move his family, including his pregnant wife Mary (Kushee Ravi), mother, and two daughters, Sophie (Baby Leisha) and Tara (Baby Chaitra), to a new house in Suklapet. Soon after settling in, the family starts encountering inexplicable occurrences, suspecting that the house may be haunted. Faced with these supernatural disturbances, they attempt to vacate the premises, seeking help from Annamma, a demonologist. What unfolds next and the mystery behind the house constitute the rest of the story.
Telugu Funda Analysis
“Pindam” adheres to a conventional narrative style in the horror genre, a formula that has been overused for many years. The concept of a family moving into a new house and encountering a supernatural presence feels exhausted. However, the primary issue lies in the lack of thrilling moments within the narrative.
The first half fails to engage for the most part, with a few interesting scenes that are unfortunately short-lived. Instead, the audience is subjected to standard horror tropes like flickering lights, falling photo frames, and objects mysteriously moving. The jump scares appear artificial and lack impact, constituting a major drawback for “Pindam.”
The film bears a striking resemblance to the Hollywood movie “Conjuring” in several aspects, affecting the overall viewing experience. The length becomes another concern, as the climax scenes are needlessly prolonged. Srinivas Avasarala’s character suffers from weak writing
Performances
Sriram delivers a commendable performance, portraying a concerned family man with excellence.
Kushee Ravi fits her role as a housewife perfectly, leaving a lasting impression.
Young talents Baby Chaitra and Baby Leisha shine in their respective roles, adding depth to the narrative.
Eswari Rao leaves a mark with her impactful portrayal, and the remaining cast delivers performances as expected.
“Pindam” adheres to a conventional narrative style in the horror genre, a formula that has been overused for many years. The concept of a family moving into a new house and encountering a supernatural presence feels exhausted. However, the primary issue lies in the lack of thrilling moments within the narrative.
.Technical Aspects
The film boasts a compelling background score, and the locations chosen contribute significantly to the horror elements, making “Pindam” solid in these technical aspects.
The background score by music director Krishna Saurabh Surampalli is commendable, although its impact is undermined by issues in the screenplay. Sathish Manoharan’s cinematography proves to be a strong point, setting the necessary mood for a horror film. While the visuals and production design successfully create the ambiance required, the reliance on age-old techniques hampers the overall impact. Director Saikiran displays promise in certain aspects, avoiding unnecessary elements but falling short in delivering truly thrilling horror elements. A more refined screenplay could have resulted in a significantly improved outcome.
Telugu Funda Verdict
“Pindam” emerges as a standard horror thriller with only a handful of commendable moments. The lead cast delivers strong performances, and the film boasts high technical values. However, the flat narrative is the primary concern, with the horror elements failing to evoke the desired impact. The film extends its duration towards the end, diluting the effectiveness of the few impactful scenes and the backstory. While “Pindam” has its moments, the overall outcome falls short of expectations, leaving much to be desired for a satisfying cinematic experience.
Telugu Funda Rating : 2.25 / 5.
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