Aadhi Pinisetty played the lead role in the new horror drama Sabdham. Arivazhagan is the director and it also had Simran, Laila, Lakshmi Menon and others. Thaman scored the music of the film. The film was out in theatres and check out the review.
Story:
Students keep dying in Holy Angel College. With those deaths, the rumor spreads that there are ghosts in the college goes viral. With this, the college management calls ghost investigator Vyoma Vaidyalingam (Aadi Pinisetty) to deal with this case. Vyoma sets foot in the college and tries to find out the real story. On the other hand, in the same college, Avantika (Lakshmi Menon) is making a thesis that these ghosts and spirits do not exist. But, Vyoma finds a difference in Avantika's behavior. In the wake of some dramatic developments. Then, a girl named Deepika dies. Who is behind these deaths? Are there really ghosts in that college? What happened in that college in the past? Forms the story of the movie.
Analysis:
The film, directed by Arivazhagan, cleverly integrates sound as both a thematic and narrative device. The film opens with an eerie atmosphere, featuring mysterious suicides in a college and a paranormal investigator who communicates with spirits using a boom mic. However, despite the promising setup, the film gradually falls into a predictable horror formula.
Aadi Pinisetty and Lakshmi Menon played their parts well. Both of them put grand performances in the film. The cinematography, sound design, and background score elevate the film, making it a treat for horror enthusiasts. Simran plays a key role convincingly, while Laila's cameo adds intrigue. The buildup keeps the audience engaged, making the first half feel fresh and exciting.
Once Simran’s character enters, the film loses its uniqueness, following a predictable ghost-revenge arc. The final 30 minutes feel forced and overly dramatic. What starts as an atmospheric strength turns into an excessive, screechy experience by the climax.The climax is filled with typical horror tropes, making it feel exaggerated and underwhelming. Thaman's BGM helps the film to an extent.
Sabdham starts strong with a gripping premise and excellent technical execution but gradually loses its impact due to a predictable screenplay and excessive reliance on sound effects. The first half is engaging, but the final act feels uninspired.
Verdict:
Shabdam has an emotional core and engaging horror elements, but an uneven screenplay and a predictable narrative hold it back. The film caters primarily to die-hard horror fans but may not appeal to a wider audience.
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