Cast: Bellamkonda Sai Srinivas, Anupama Parameswaran, Tanikella Bharani, Hyper Aadi
Director: Koushik Pegallapati
Music: Chaitan Bharadwaj
Genre: Horror Mystery Thriller
Release Date: 12th September 2025
Runtime: 2 hours 5 minutes
Bellamkonda Sai Srinivas, who is struggling to deliver another commercial hit despite multiple attempts. His recent film Bhairavam, received decent talk but failed at the box office. Now, he returns with the horror thriller Kishkindhapuri, directed by Kaushik, which finally hit theaters after paid premieres two days ago. Starring Anupama as the heroine, the film has already created buzz with early responses. Let’s see how it fares with audiences.
Story
The film is set in the mysterious region of Kishkindhapuri, where Raghava (Bellamkonda Sai Srinivas) and Maithili (Anupama Parameswaran) who works in a ghost walking tour company. They take groups of people to supposedly haunted places for entertainment and thrill.
On one such tour, their team visits the infamous Suvarna Maya Radio Station with eight participants. Things take a dark turn as members of the group begin dying one by one, and strange events escalate tension. What truly happened at Suvarna Maya Radio? Station, and why are the visitors being targeted? You have to watch the movie to know the answers
Performance
Bellamkonda Sai Srinivas impresses in the role of Raghava, suiting the thriller-horror setup. Anupama Parameswaran delivers a routine performance initially but raises her game in the second half. Sandy Master, playing Vishwaroop Putra, is a highlight of the film. The supporting cast, including Hyper Aadi and Sudarshan, perform adequately within the scope of their roles.
Although Sai Srinivas is the hero on screen, the technical backbone is handled by Chaitan Bharadwaj’s music and background score, which elevates the horror experience. The visuals are impressive, and the runtime is audience friendly.
Analysis
Kishkindhapuri follows the conventional Telugu horror formula, blending horror with thrilling elements. The first half is engaging, with Raghava and his team encountering a restless spirit. From the moment the ghost enters the frame, the audience is glued to the screen, forgetting their phones just as Sai Srinivas had promised. The interval twist further elevates curiosity.
The second half maintains the same thrill and tension, revealing the ghost’s backstory while keeping audiences on edge. A few logical gaps exist, but they don’t reduce the suspense significantly. The film builds toward a well-executed climax, and the cliffhanger for the sequel is excellent, leaving viewers intrigued and eager for what comes next. Certain twists remain unpredictable, ensuring the film holds attention until the very end.
Verdict
Kishkindhapuri delivers a solid horror thriller experience. The first half is gripping with strong scares and an engaging interval twist, while the second half continues to maintain tension and excitement. makes it a Good watch. The sequel’s cliffhanger adds an extra layer of anticipation for the audience.
Rating: 3/5
