Hidimbha

It's a suspenseful film. The writing is done well. Complete story and a time killer for sure. Every moment is worth watching. The lead actor did splendid job. Too many stories to watch in a single film. However they dragged it to the ending. The first half of the film was completely unnecessary. It could have been done in 5 to 10 minutes. The era is changing, cinema is changing, instead of being slow paced, showing everything, I like to watch it in short. So that was a flaw in this movie. That was on the writers part. The story had a great potential but it was made long just to increase the duration of the movie. The director did a great job, including the performers. I still cannot figure out a few things shown in the movie. I guess I cannot mention it here. Overall, this movie is worth watching your time. It gets better after the second half. Serious film. I like the visuals and landscapes. A few scenes were similar to Pirates of The Carribbean movie, I don't know if that was intentional or just a coincidence, but I got flashbacks to one of the POTC movie. 6 out of 10 stars from my side.

The second hour holds the key as this is where the film enters the main plot. Things become interesting once the flashback portions start, and the way a crucial backstory is narrated is good. Though the narrative style looks a bit similar to Karthi's Khakee in the flashback scenes, it still holds one's attention thanks to the captivating visuals.

The main twist which comes in the pre-climax is decent. Ashwin Babu shines in an action avatar. The actor did a pretty good job in Hidimbha, and his intense hard work to look fit for the cop role is appreciable. Nandita Sweta gets a meaty role, and the actress does well. Her character is essential to the film's story and is not restricted to songs merely.

Makarand Deshpande does a superb job in the negative role. His role is pretty well written, and the entire second half revolves around him. The way he looks and exhibits wickedness is one of the biggest strengths of the film.

Good concept and a must watch for movie lovers. Movie was successful in glueing me to the seat and was a nerve chilling experience ,personally liked the intensity at the actors that was carried through out the movie. Huge fan of makran D ,his performance was out standing . Location were and sets was good , dialogues and music was apt per the situation , Movie is a masterclass in its genre ,. It's a new defination of thriller ,hope to see more of these. Finally hats off to the director Aneel Kanneganti and team who has a great vision in getting and making it realistic . Wish to see more of the master class .Well done team Hidimbha!!!

Overall, Hidimbha presents itself as an action-packed thriller with some thrilling moments. The intriguing backdrop adds to its appeal, although it suffers from a lackluster narration in the first half. The movie gains momentum only during the pre-interval portions, and the second hour provides some engaging sequences. However, it falters in maintaining logical consistency at times, which significantly diminishes its overall impact. Moreover, the film's intense violence may not resonate well with all types of viewers. Consequently, Hidimbha ends up being a passable choice for your weekend movie watch.

I went into watching this film without much expectation although it was somewhere between mid to low. Little did I know this will turned out to be a standout achievement that caught me completely by surprise. In an industry where formulaic approaches often dominate, this film dares to be different, delivering a thrilling narrative that's both gripping and original. The storytelling is tight, the suspense is palpable, and the direction shows a level of craftsmanship that is rare to see. The performances are all not too bad as well. What I loved most is how "Hidimbha" pushes the boundaries of what we've come to expect from this genre, proving that there's still room for creativity and bold choices in mainstream cinema. It's a must-watch for anyone craving something fresh and exciting.