Actor Aadhi Pinisetty has been proving his talent and taste by doing both commercial and concept-based films. After nearly 14 years, he teamed up again with director Arivazhagan for the movie Sabdham. The trailer of this horror entertainer created good interest. Now, let’s see how the movie has turned out!
Sabdham Movie Review
Sabdham Movie Story: In Munnar’s Holy Angels College, two medical students die by suicide. This leads to a strong rumor that a ghost is haunting the college. Worried that this might damage the college’s reputation, the management brings in paranormal investigator Aadhi Pinisetty from Mumbai to investigate the case.
What does Aadhi discover during his investigation? Who is behind the series of suicides in the college, and why? Sabdham unfolds the answers to these questions.
Performances: Aadhi Pinisetty’s deep voice was a big plus for his role as Vyoma, and his well-researched performance made him a convincing paranormal investigator. Simran, though having limited screen time, made a strong impact.
Laila surprised audiences with a fresh and different role, breaking away from her usual innocent image. Lakshmi Menon performed well, but her character lacked proper explanation, leaving many questions unanswered.
Redin Kingsley’s comedy worked in parts, but the double-meaning humor felt unnecessary. Overall, the performances stood out, though some characters could have been better developed.
Technical Aspects: Thaman excels in concept-based films, and Sabdham proves it again. The opening song and background score are impressive, though better sound mixing and silence could have enhanced the horror.
Arun’s cinematography, especially the use of infrared cameras, is well-researched, but weak CGI limits its impact. The production design is realistic, and Arivazhagan’s unique approach to horror through sound works well. However, the second half loses the tension built in the first, and some logical gaps remain.
The rushed climax twist dulls Laila’s character, and Lakshmi Menon’s role lacks clarity. Overall, Arivazhagan delivers his signature style but falls short of a fully gripping experience.
Analysis: For horror thrillers, along with sound, an engaging screenplay is crucial. In Sabdham, most twists solve themselves, making the mystery less gripping. Overall, while Shabdam doesn’t fully entertain, its technical efforts stand out. Aadhi Pinisetty’s performance, sound design, and the roles of Simran and Laila make it a decent horror thriller.
Verdict: Sabdham impresses with its technical aspects, sound design, and performances, especially by Aadhi Pinisetty, Simran, and Laila. However, a predictable screenplay and lack of strong thrills hold it back. A decent horror thriller that works in parts but falls short of being truly gripping.
Bottom Line: Engaging in parts, but not entirely satisfying.
Rating: 2.5/5