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Agadha: Unique horror setup let down by dated execution
Agadha, starring Kamakshi Bhaskarla as a healer blessed to cure possession, has received a 2/5 rating from m9.news. The review says the film's unique premise of a healer seeing deceased souls is…
The Story in Brief
Agadha, starring Kamakshi Bhaskarla as a healer blessed to cure possession, has received a 2/5 rating from m9.news. The review says the film's unique premise of a healer seeing deceased souls is fresh, but the execution is old-school and lacks thrill. The first half drags with excessive exposition, and the second half has predictable action. The climax is decent and adapts Hollywood influences well, but overall the film feels boring and emotionally disconnected. Directed by M.S. Raju, the film follows Mahadevi as her family faces mysterious deaths related to a curse.
The review also notes a controversial segment in the second half, likely overlooked due to the film's small scale. Performances are adequate but forgettable, with background score and cinematography feeling dated.
The Indian Opinion
While the 2/5 rating may seem harsh to fans of Telugu horror, the criticism of slow pacing and lack of scares is valid. The film's ambition to explore a unique mythology is commendable, but the execution ultimately fails to engage. Rather than dismissing it as 'old-school', the real question is whether the climax and the controversial segment leave a lasting impression. Audience word-of-mouth will decide if Agadha is a hidden gem or a missed opportunity.
Sources (2): pinkvilla.com, m9.news
This story was synthesised by AI from the 2 sources linked above.
