Baida

What have I just watched, oh my god this is super bad, worse than those 1990s b-grade films, at least they were more entertaining. Not a single actor showed they have any bit of acting skills. This looks like to be shot on a budget of 50 lac indian rupees, I don't have an issue with that. This is a dumb movie with a flawed plot. Only for dumb viewers. There is one plot hole after another, you keep waiting for something exciting to happen on the screen but it never happens. A sci-fi thriller with no sci-fi and no thrill. I was about to sleep in the second half but gatherer the courage to watch the full movie expecting a turnaround in the climax but that never happened. This is seriously bad and cheap filmmaking.

Bad direction, plot holes and unexplained stuff, this pretty much summarize the whole movie. I would commend the filmmakers going into a world bollywood doesn't try too often, however, the direction was not at all upto the mark. The film is not as imaginative as the makers claim it is. The background music did try to put some thrill but fails. You don't feel what's going on the screen, don't feel related because there is no character development. You don't feel immersed in the universe the movie has created. Most probably because of the actor, there has to be an innocence, a vulnerability in such a character for the audience to feel the pain and fear, that was totally missing. That's why the audience don't feel it. The movie theatre I went to, had only 5 people watching the movie (excluding me). All of them were bored as hell. A movie that can easily be skipped to save time and money. If you have seen a lot of Hollywood movies, you will definitely not going to waste your time on this one.

BAIDA isn't just a movie; it's an experience. The film draws you in from the very first scene with a gripping chase sequence. As the story unfolds, layers of mystery, illusions, and supernatural elements build up, keeping you glued to the screen. Sudhanshu Rai's balanced performance keeps the film grounded, while Sourabh Raaj Jain's haunting portrayal of Pishaach is unforgettable. The cinematography, especially during the illusion scenes, is striking, and the background score keeps the tension alive. If you're tired of predictable horror-thrillers, BAIDA offers a refreshing change with its smart narrative and surprising twists.

I had high hopes from Baida because the marketing team called it a science fiction thriller. When I watched the movie in an empty movie hall, I realized there was 0% science in the movie and there was nothing interesting to keep the audience glued. No wonder Baida shows are being cancelled due to empty theatres. This is a dumb plot with zero execution to make it look relatable. The bad acting by the cast further proved movie will not stay in theatres for long, who gives permission to such movies to even play in theatres. The content is not even good enough for OTT. No matter how hard the makers are trying to call it a path breaking film, or the first Bollywood sci-fi thriller, or unique film, it's all a hoax and an agenda to attract audience. The movie is already a flop, it hasn't even reached 3 crores at the box-office even with a low budget of 10 crores, the movie is a sure shot loss to the makers. The background music try hard to give a feel that something interesting is going on but yawn, it was boring as hell. The producer or director have not watched good thrillers yet it seems. Baida is a bore fest, sorry to say. I wanted to like this film because the trailer got me hooked but it was boring and dumb. Not even fresh and unique, a film with so much of cliché and dumb plot holes.

Finally, a Bollywood thriller that dares to be different-and succeeds! Baida offers a unique blend of suspense, mystery, and supernatural vibes that are rarely done right. The supernatural elements are subtle yet powerful, adding depth without going overboard. Sudhanshu Rai's intense performance anchors the entire film, and the supporting cast enhances the realism of the village setting. The cinematography deserves special mention-the eerie visuals create an unsettling atmosphere that lingers even after the film ends. The concept of time and reality explored in the movie makes it thought-provoking too. With its strong direction and gripping storyline, Baida stands out as one of the most engaging thrillers in recent years.