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{{Infobox film
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| released = {{Film date|df=yes|2023|12|15}}
| released = {{Film date|df=yes|2023|12|15}}
| runtime = 02hrs:39mins
| runtime = 157 minutes
| country = India
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'''''Pindam''''' ({{Translation|Fetus}}) is a 2023 Indian Telugu-language horror thriller film directed by Sai Kiran Daida. The film stars [[Srikanth (actor, born 1979)|Sriram]] and [[Kushee Ravi]] in her Telugu debut with [[Easwari Rao]] and [[Srinivas Avasarala]] in supporting roles.
'''''Pindam''''' ({{Translation|Fetus}}) is a 2023 Indian Telugu-language horror thriller film directed by Sai Kiran Daida. The film stars [[Srikanth (actor, born 1979)|Sriram]] and [[Kushee Ravi]] in her Telugu debut with [[Easwari Rao]] and [[Srinivas Avasarala]] in supporting roles.


The film is based on a true incident that happened in a house in [[Nalgonda]] in the 1930s.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.ottplay.com/news/pindam-all-you-need-to-know-about-sriram-kushee-ravis-horror-drama/a9cfe4e4d6355|title=Pindam - All you need to know about Sriram, Kushee Ravi’s horror drama|date=12 December 2023|first=Srivathsan|last=Nadadhur|work=[[HT Media|OTTplay]]}}</ref> The film was released on 15 December 2023 to mixed reviews.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.cinemaexpress.com/telugu/news/2023/nov/18/pindam-gets-release-date-49669.html |title=Pindam gets release date |date=18 November 2023 |work=[[The New Indian Express|Cinema Express]] |access-date=15 December 2023 |archive-date=11 December 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231211022420/https://www.cinemaexpress.com/telugu/news/2023/nov/18/pindam-gets-release-date-49669.html |url-status=live }}</ref>
The film is based on a true incident that happened in a house in [[Nalgonda]] in the 1930s.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.ottplay.com/news/pindam-all-you-need-to-know-about-sriram-kushee-ravis-horror-drama/a9cfe4e4d6355|title=Pindam - All you need to know about Sriram, Kushee Ravi's horror drama|date=12 December 2023|first=Srivathsan|last=Nadadhur|work=[[HT Media|OTTplay]]}}</ref> The film was released on 15 December 2023 to mixed reviews.<ref>{{Cite web |url=https://www.cinemaexpress.com/telugu/news/2023/nov/18/pindam-gets-release-date-49669.html |title=Pindam gets release date |date=18 November 2023 |work=[[The New Indian Express|Cinema Express]] |access-date=15 December 2023 |archive-date=11 December 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231211022420/https://www.cinemaexpress.com/telugu/news/2023/nov/18/pindam-gets-release-date-49669.html |url-status=live }}</ref>

The film premiered on [[Aha (streaming service)|Aha]] and [[Amazon Prime Video]] starting 2 February 2024.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Sistu |first=Suhas |date=2024-01-27 |title='Pindam' in OTT: Here is the official confirmation of this horror film's digital debut |url=https://www.thehansindia.com/cinema/tollywood/pindam-in-ott-here-is-the-official-confirmation-of-this-horror-films-digital-debut-854233 |access-date=2024-01-29 |website=www.thehansindia.com |language=en}}</ref>


== Cast ==
== Cast ==
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*[[Easwari Rao]] as Annamma
*[[Easwari Rao]] as Annamma
*[[Srinivas Avasarala]] as Loknath
*[[Srinivas Avasarala]] as Loknath
*Ravi Varma
*[[Ravi Varma Adduri|Ravi Varma]] as Nayudamma
*Manik Reddy
*Manik Reddy
*Baby Chaitra
*Baby Chaitra
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* Srilatha
* Srilatha
}}
}}

== Soundtrack ==
== Soundtrack ==
{{Track listing
{{Track listing
| headline = Track listing
| headline = Track listing
| extra_column = Singer(s)
| extra_column = Singer(s)
| all_music = Krishna Saurabh Surampalli.<ref name="O"/>
| all_music = Krishna Saurabh Surampalli.{{Cn|date=November 2024}}
| all_lyrics = Kavi Siddartha
| all_lyrics = Kavi Siddartha
| title1 = Jeeva Pindam
| title1 = Jeeva Pindam
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== Reception ==
== Reception ==
A critic from ''[[HT Media|OTTplay]]'' rated the film three out of five stars and wrote that "''Pindam'' is a sensible, atmospheric horror film where the thrills are effectively complemented by the drama and the smart messaging. The director and the crew’s technical finesse, and sharp writing help us look beyond the familiar plot and savour the viewing experience. Sriram, Kushee Ravi and Eeswari Rao hold the fort with assurance".<ref name="O">{{Cite web|url=https://www.ottplay.com/review/pindam-review-sriram-kushee-ravis-horror-drama-is-atmospheric-purposeful-and-engaging/953cb91693774|title=Pindam review - Sriram, Kushee Ravi’s horror drama is atmospheric, purposeful and engaging|work=[[HT Media|OTTplay]]|first=Srivathsan|last=Nadadhur|date=15 December 2023}}</ref> A critic from ''[[Zoom (Indian TV channel)|Zoom TV]]'' wrote that "''Pindam'' emerges as a true-blue horror film that not only adheres to the genre's conventions but also introduces a fresh thematic perspective. The film's success lies in its ability to blend suspense, horror, and emotional turmoil seamlessly. As audiences engage with the spectral mysteries and temporal twists, Pindam stands poised to leave a lasting imprint in the realm of horror cinema".<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.zoomtventertainment.com/reviews/pindam-movie-review-a-spine-chilling-film-travelling-through-time-and-terror-review-105999141|title=Pindam Movie Review: A Spine-Chilling Film Travelling Through Time And Terror|work=[[Zoom (Indian TV channel)|Zoom TV]]|date=14 December 2023|access-date=15 December 2023|archive-date=15 December 2023|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231215065021/https://www.zoomtventertainment.com/reviews/pindam-movie-review-a-spine-chilling-film-travelling-through-time-and-terror-review-105999141|url-status=live}}</ref> On the contrary, a critic from ''[[Eenadu]]'' wrote that "''Pindam'' scares here and there".<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.eenadu.net/telugu-news/movies/pindam-movie-review-telugu/0203/123232510|title=Pindam movie review: 'Pindam' review... How is the horror movie|work=[[Eenadu]]|language=te|date=15 December 2023|access-date=15 December 2023|archive-date=15 December 2023|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231215065020/https://www.eenadu.net/telugu-news/movies/pindam-movie-review-telugu/0203/123232510|url-status=live}}</ref>
A critic from ''[[Zoom (Indian TV channel)|Zoom TV]]'' wrote that "''Pindam'' emerges as a true-blue horror film that not only adheres to the genre's conventions but also introduces a fresh thematic perspective. The film's success lies in its ability to blend suspense, horror, and emotional turmoil seamlessly. As audiences engage with the spectral mysteries and temporal twists, Pindam stands poised to leave a lasting imprint in the realm of horror cinema".<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.zoomtventertainment.com/reviews/pindam-movie-review-a-spine-chilling-film-travelling-through-time-and-terror-review-105999141|title=Pindam Movie Review: A Spine-Chilling Film Travelling Through Time And Terror|work=[[Zoom (Indian TV channel)|Zoom TV]]|date=14 December 2023|access-date=15 December 2023|archive-date=15 December 2023|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231215065021/https://www.zoomtventertainment.com/reviews/pindam-movie-review-a-spine-chilling-film-travelling-through-time-and-terror-review-105999141|url-status=live}}</ref> On the contrary, a critic from ''[[Eenadu]]'' wrote that "''Pindam'' scares here and there".<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.eenadu.net/telugu-news/movies/pindam-movie-review-telugu/0203/123232510|title=Pindam movie review: 'Pindam' review... How is the horror movie|work=[[Eenadu]]|language=te|date=15 December 2023|access-date=15 December 2023|archive-date=15 December 2023|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231215065020/https://www.eenadu.net/telugu-news/movies/pindam-movie-review-telugu/0203/123232510|url-status=live}}</ref>


== References ==
== References ==
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[[Category:Indian horror thriller films]]
[[Category:Indian horror thriller films]]
[[Category:2020s Telugu-language films]]
[[Category:2020s Telugu-language films]]
[[Category:2020s Indian films]]

Latest revision as of 05:29, 7 November 2024

Pindam
Theatrical release poster
Directed bySaikiran Daida
Written bySaikiran Daida
Story byKavi Siddhartha
Toby Osborne
Produced byKalaahi Media
Yeshwanth Daggumati
Prabu Raja
StarringSriram
Kushee Ravi
CinematographySathish Manoharan
Edited bySirish Prasad
Music byKrishna Saurabh Surampalli
Production
company
Kalaahi Media
Release date
  • 15 December 2023 (2023-12-15)
Running time
157 minutes
CountryIndia
LanguageTelugu

Pindam (transl. Fetus) is a 2023 Indian Telugu-language horror thriller film directed by Sai Kiran Daida. The film stars Sriram and Kushee Ravi in her Telugu debut with Easwari Rao and Srinivas Avasarala in supporting roles.

The film is based on a true incident that happened in a house in Nalgonda in the 1930s.[1] The film was released on 15 December 2023 to mixed reviews.[2]

The film premiered on Aha and Amazon Prime Video starting 2 February 2024.[3]

Cast

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Soundtrack

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All lyrics are written by Kavi Siddartha; all music is composed by Krishna Saurabh Surampalli.[citation needed]

Track listing
No.TitleSinger(s)Length
1."Jeeva Pindam"Anurag Kulkarni5:06
2."Guvva Gelichindi"K. S. Chithra2:27
Total length:7:33

Reception

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A critic from Zoom TV wrote that "Pindam emerges as a true-blue horror film that not only adheres to the genre's conventions but also introduces a fresh thematic perspective. The film's success lies in its ability to blend suspense, horror, and emotional turmoil seamlessly. As audiences engage with the spectral mysteries and temporal twists, Pindam stands poised to leave a lasting imprint in the realm of horror cinema".[4] On the contrary, a critic from Eenadu wrote that "Pindam scares here and there".[5]

References

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  1. ^ Nadadhur, Srivathsan (12 December 2023). "Pindam - All you need to know about Sriram, Kushee Ravi's horror drama". OTTplay.
  2. ^ "Pindam gets release date". Cinema Express. 18 November 2023. Archived from the original on 11 December 2023. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  3. ^ Sistu, Suhas (27 January 2024). "'Pindam' in OTT: Here is the official confirmation of this horror film's digital debut". www.thehansindia.com. Retrieved 29 January 2024.
  4. ^ "Pindam Movie Review: A Spine-Chilling Film Travelling Through Time And Terror". Zoom TV. 14 December 2023. Archived from the original on 15 December 2023. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
  5. ^ "Pindam movie review: 'Pindam' review... How is the horror movie". Eenadu (in Telugu). 15 December 2023. Archived from the original on 15 December 2023. Retrieved 15 December 2023.
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