# MS Raju’s Agadha gets mixed reviews, effective climax praised

2026-08-12T21:11:51+00:00 | Entertainment | Indian Opinion Desk

Corroboration: 5 independent outlets

Veteran Telugu producer MS Raju’s directorial horror thriller Agadha hit theatres on August 14. Early reviews are mixed, with most critics calling it a formulaic supernatural drama that shines only in its final 20 minutes. The film stars Kamakshi Bhaskarla as a yogini battling a demonic force named Agadha in the Bastar region. Cinematography and background score are widely praised, but critics say the screenplay lacks tension and urgency, especially in the first half. 123telugu.com rated it 2.75/5, while greatandhra.com gave 2.25/5 and telugucinema.com 2.5/5, all noting the film's familiar god-versus-evil template.

## Coverage

- newindianexpress.com <https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/telugu/2026/Aug/12/teluguinterviews2026aug12ms-raju-i-maintain-good-relationships-with-mahesh-prabhas-and-venkatesh>
- 123telugu.com <https://www.123telugu.com/reviews/agadha-movie-review-and-rating.html>
- greatandhra.com <https://www.greatandhra.com/movies/reviews/agadha-movie-review-little-scares-few-thrills/>
- telugucinema.com <https://telugucinema.com/reviews/agadha-review-a-familiar-horror-thriller-with-an-effective-climax-but-an-inconsistent-narrative>
- tracktollywood.com <https://tracktollywood.com/agadha-review-ms-raju/>

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