Baida

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.

Baida had all the ingredients to be an intriguing sci-fi thriller, but it somehow manages to fumble every single one into a chaotic, unwatchable mess. Sudhanshu Rai, who I assume was meant to be the emotional anchor, delivers a performance so flat and lifeless that I couldn't care less about his character's fate-his blank stares and monotone line delivery sucked any potential drama right out of the screen.

The story itself is an incoherent tangle of time loops, supernatural mumbo-jumbo, and half-baked ideas that never come together into anything resembling a plot. Sourabh Raaj Jain's portrayal of the "pishaach" villain is supposed to be terrifying, but his over-the-top antics and the laughably bad CGI make him more of a cartoon than a threat.

The special effects look like they were pulled from a low-budget student film, and the pacing is so sluggish that I found myself checking my watch halfway through. By the time the film limps to its abrupt, nonsensical ending, I was just thankful to escape the theater. Do yourself a favor and avoid this disaster of a movie-it's not worth the ticket price or the headache.

I watched the trailer of Baida and instantly decided to watch the movie. Booked the tickets the same day and to my surprise the hall was empty just me and my wife. But it turned out to be a very bad experience. Felt like this movie doesn't deserve such a big release. A good chance wasted and nothing entertains you in the movie. The BGM is trying so hard to draw your interest but it can't compensate for a good script. Plot of the movie is so weak. Actors are trying to act but the characters aren't well written. Cinematography is good but nothing can compensate for a weak storyline. Its so slow just like a turtle but it couldn't win against the hare. Avoid this movie at any cost. Such a waste of time and money.

I would have given zero star, but it's not available.

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.