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Badan
Ashwin is a hopelessly romantic guy. His life turns upside down when he falls in love with Nikki, only to realise later that she is happily married. Nikki becomes violently obsessive with Ashwin when he decides to leave her, leaving Ashwin in a fix where all roads leads to disaster and misfortune!
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Plot Summary
Set in the dense jungles of Uttarakhand, 'Badan' follows a group of friends on a trek who stumble upon an ancient temple. Their curiosity leads them to disturb a long-dormant evil, unleashing a terrifying supernatural entity that begins to hunt them one by one. As they fight for survival, they uncover dark secrets about the temple and the entity's origins.
Critical Reception
Badan received mixed reviews from critics, with many praising its atmospheric horror and decent performances, while others found the plot predictable and the scares occasionally lacking. Audience reception was similarly divided, with some appreciating the attempt at a jungle-based horror film, while others felt it didn't fully deliver on its premise.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its eerie jungle setting and suspenseful atmosphere.
Criticized for a formulaic plot and uneven pacing.
Performances were generally seen as a strong point, particularly from the lead cast.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available indicate a mixed reception, with some enjoying the visual aspects and horror elements, while others found the narrative weak.
Fun Fact
The film extensively utilized real jungle locations in Uttarakhand, India, to enhance its authenticity and horror atmosphere.
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