Shaitan Tantrik
Shaitan Tantrik

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Shaitan Tantrik

1999
Movie
109 min
Hindi

A 1999 Indian horror film.

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Director: Surendra SharmaGenres: Horror, Thriller

Plot Summary

The film revolves around a woman who becomes possessed by an evil spirit after a series of unfortunate events. As the spirit's influence grows, it unleashes a reign of terror, impacting those around her. A local tantrik is called upon to confront the demonic entity and save the woman from its clutches. The narrative builds tension as the struggle between good and evil unfolds.

Critical Reception

Shaitan Tantrik is generally considered a low-budget horror film that catered to a niche audience interested in supernatural thrillers and tantric themes prevalent in Indian cinema of that era. While it may not have received widespread critical acclaim, it found an audience due to its genre appeal and sensationalist elements. Reviews at the time often pointed to its formulaic plot and B-movie production values, though some may have appreciated its attempts at horror and suspense.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its attempts at creating a spooky atmosphere.

  • Criticized for its predictable storyline and over-the-top acting.

  • Noted for its utilization of tantric elements for horror.

Google audience: Information on specific Google user reviews for 'Shaitan Tantrik (1999)' is not readily available. However, films of this nature from the late 90s often garnered mixed reactions, with some viewers appreciating the horror and supernatural themes, while others found the production quality and plot lacking.

Fun Fact

The film belongs to a subgenre of Indian cinema that often incorporated folklore, supernatural elements, and tantric rituals to create horror narratives, which were popular among certain segments of the audience in the late 20th century.

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