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{{Short description|2022 film by Amar Kaushik}}
{{Short description|2022 Hindi-language film by Amar Kaushik}}
{{Use dmy dates|date=November 2022}}
{{Use dmy dates|date=August 2024}}
{{Use Indian English|date=March 2021}}
{{Use Indian English|date=March 2021}}
{{Infobox film
{{Infobox film
| image = Bhediya film poster.jpg
| image = Bhediya film poster.jpg
| caption = Theatrical release poster
| caption = Theatrical release poster
| director = [[Pratap k]]
| director = [[Amar Kaushik]]
| writer = [[Niren Bhatt]]
| writer = [[Niren Bhatt]]
| producer = [[Dinesh Vijan]]
| producer = {{Plainlist|
* [[Dinesh Vijan]]
* [[Jyoti Deshpande]]}}
| starring = [[Varun Dhawan]]<br />[[Kriti Sanon]]<br />[[Abhishek Banerjee (actor)|Abhishek Banerjee]]<br />[[Deepak Dobriyal]]
| starring = {{Plainlist|
* [[Varun Dhawan]]
* [[Kriti Sanon]]
* [[Abhishek Banerjee (actor)|Abhishek Banerjee]]
* [[Deepak Dobriyal]]
* Paalin Kabak}}
| cinematography = Jishnu Bhattacharjee
| cinematography = Jishnu Bhattacharjee
| editing = [[Sanyukta Kaza]]
| editing = [[Sanyukta Kaza]]
| music = [[Sachin-Jigar]]
| music = [[Sachin–Jigar]]
| studio = [[Maddock Films]]<br />Jio Studios
| studio = {{Plainlist|
* [[Maddock Films]]
* Jio Studios}}
| distributor = Jio Studios<br>[[Pen India Limited]]<br>[[Geetha Arts]]
| distributor = [[Pen Studios|Pen Marudhar]]
| released = {{Film date|2022|11|25|df=y}}
| released = {{Film date|2022|11|25|df=y}}
| country = India
| country = India
| language = Hindi
| language = Hindi
| runtime = 156 minutes<ref>{{Cite web |title=Bhediya |url=https://www.ecinepramaan.gov.in/cbfc/?a=Certificate_Detail&i=100010292200009676 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://archive.today/20240816211154/https://www.ecinepramaan.gov.in/cbfc/?a=Certificate_Detail&i=100010292200009676 |archive-date=16 August 2024 |access-date=16 August 2024 |website=ecinepramaan.gov.in}}</ref>
| runtime = 156 minutes<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.latestly.com/socially/entertainment/xclusiv-bhediya-run-time-bhediya-3d-certified-ua-by-cbfc-on-17-nov-2022-latest-tweet-by-taran-adarsh-4477254.html|title=Bhediya Runtime Certified U/A by CBFC|website=Latestly|access-date=18 October 2022|date=17 November 2022}}</ref>
| budget = {{INR|124}} crore<ref>{{cite web|title=Movie Bhediya's budget|url=https://boxofficeindia.com/movie.php?movieid=6209|website=Box Office India}}</ref>
| budget = {{estimation}} {{INR|60 crore}}<ref name="budget">{{Cite web |date=28 November 2022 |title=Bhediya box office collection: Varun Dhawan, Kriti Sanon-starrer mints Rs 28.55 crore |url=https://www.businesstoday.in/trending/box-office/story/bhediya-box-office-collection-varun-dhawan-kriti-sanon-starrer-mints-rs-2855-crore-354423-2022-11-28 |website=Business Today}}</ref>
| gross = {{Estimation}} {{INR|86.89}} crore<ref>{{Cite web|title=Bhediya Box Office Collection|url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/movie/bhediya/box-office/#bh-movie-box-office|access-date=23 December 2022|website=[[Bollywood Hungama]]}}</ref>
| gross = {{estimation}} {{INR|90 crore}}<ref name="boc">{{Cite web |date=25 November 2022 |title=Bhediya Box Office |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/movie/bhediya/box-office/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221222060603/https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/movie/bhediya/box-office/ |archive-date=22 December 2022 |access-date=29 December 2022 |website=[[Bollywood Hungama]]}}</ref>
}}
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'''''Bhediya''''' ({{translation|Wolf}}) is a 2022 Indian [[Hindi]]-language [[comedy horror film]] directed by [[Amar Kaushik]]. Produced by [[Dinesh Vijan]], it stars [[Varun Dhawan]] and [[Kriti Sanon]] in lead roles.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/varun-dhawan-s-fans-interrupt-bhediya-shoot-in-arunachal-pradesh-he-climbs-on-top-of-a-car-to-address-them-watch-video-101615194462847.html|title=Varun Dhawan's fans interrupt Bhediya shoot in Arunachal Pradesh, he climbs on top of a car to address them. Watch video|date=8 March 2021|work=Hindustan Times|access-date=31 March 2021}}</ref><ref name="werewolfvarun">{{cite web|url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/varun-dhawans-bhediya-to-release-in-2022-janhvi-kapoors-roohi-welcomes-him-to-her-world-7198274/|title=Bhediya: Varun Dhawan turns into werewolf, joins Janhvi Kapoor in horror comedy universe. Watch|date=21 February 2021|work=The Indian Express|access-date=31 March 2021}}</ref> It is the third installment in [[Dinesh Vijan|Vijan's]] [[Dinesh Vijan's horror-comedy universe|horror-comedy universe]].


'''''Bhediya''''' ({{IPA|hns|ˈbʱeːɽɪjɑː|pron}}; {{trans}} ''Wolf'') is a 2022 Indian [[Hindi]]-language [[Comedy horror| comedy horror film]] directed by [[Amar Kaushik]]. Produced by [[Dinesh Vijan]] from a story and screenplay by [[Niren Bhatt]], it stars [[Varun Dhawan]] alongside [[Kriti Sanon]], [[Abhishek Banerjee (actor)|Abhishek Banerjee]], [[Deepak Dobriyal]] and Paalin Kabak.<ref>{{Cite web |date=8 March 2021 |title=Varun Dhawan's fans interrupt Bhediya shoot in Arunachal Pradesh, he climbs on top of a car to address them. Watch video |url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/varun-dhawan-s-fans-interrupt-bhediya-shoot-in-arunachal-pradesh-he-climbs-on-top-of-a-car-to-address-them-watch-video-101615194462847.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210329223735/https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/varun-dhawan-s-fans-interrupt-bhediya-shoot-in-arunachal-pradesh-he-climbs-on-top-of-a-car-to-address-them-watch-video-101615194462847.html |archive-date=29 March 2021 |access-date=31 March 2021 |website=Hindustan Times}}</ref><ref name="werewolfvarun">{{Cite web |date=21 February 2021 |title=Bhediya: Varun Dhawan turns into werewolf, joins Janhvi Kapoor in horror comedy universe. Watch |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/varun-dhawans-bhediya-to-release-in-2022-janhvi-kapoors-roohi-welcomes-him-to-her-world-7198274/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210226055752/https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/varun-dhawans-bhediya-to-release-in-2022-janhvi-kapoors-roohi-welcomes-him-to-her-world-7198274/ |archive-date=26 February 2021 |access-date=31 March 2021 |website=The Indian Express}}</ref> The plot of the film is inspired by [[Arunachal Pradesh]]{{'s}} folklore about a Yapum, a shape-shifting [[werewolf]], who wants to protect the jungle, even if they have to kill somebody. It is the second installment in the [[Maddock Supernatural Universe]].
It released on 25 November 2022, to positive reviews from both the critics and audience, alike.


''Bhediya'' was theatrically released on 25 November 2022, garnering positive reviews. The film grossed about ₹90 crore against a production budget of approximately ₹60 crore at the box office.<ref>{{Cite web |date=25 November 2022 |title=Bhediya Movie (2022) - Release Date, Cast, Trailer, Review and Other Details |url=https://www.pinkvilla.com/movie/bhediya |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230928154816/https://www.pinkvilla.com/movie/bhediya |archive-date=28 September 2023 |access-date=24 September 2023 |website=PINKVILLA |language=en}}</ref> It received 13 nominations at the [[68th Filmfare Awards]], including [[Filmfare Critics Award for Best Film|Best Film (Critics)]], [[Filmfare Critics Award for Best Actor|Best Actor (Critics)]] and [[Filmfare Award for Best Special Effects|Best Special Effects]]. A sequel is in development.<ref>{{Cite web |date=12 April 2023 |title=Stree 2 and Bhediya 2 to take Dinesh Vijan's horror-comedy universe to new heights
== Plot ==
Bhaskar and his cousin, Janardhan "Jana", visit a small town in [[Arunachal Pradesh]], as part of a development project to construct roads in the area. They make acquaintance with two locals, Jomin and Panda, who guide them around. One night, Bhaskar is chased and bitten by a wolf in the forest. Jana and Jomin immediately take him to Dr. Anika, who happens to be the local [[veterinarian]]. Seeing the huge bite mark on Bhaskar's rear end and him being in immense pain, she gives him an injection, hoping it would alleviate his pain.


|url=https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/news/stree-2-and-bhediya-2-to-take-dinesh-vijans-horror-comedy-universe-to-new-heights-deets-inside-1216497 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230507155157/https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/news/stree-2-and-bhediya-2-to-take-dinesh-vijans-horror-comedy-universe-to-new-heights-deets-inside-1216497 |archive-date=7 May 2023 |access-date=7 May 2023 |website=India Today}}</ref>
The next day, Bhaskar starts experiencing changes within him. He experiences a heightened sense of smell and hearing, whilst also communicating with animals. Meanwhile, the local people and tribals are against the idea of cutting down trees in the forests to construct roads and refuse to support it. However, Bhaskar manages to get support of the youth and they give their agreement for the project. Soon, two men who were a part of the project, are found dead. The scratch and bite marks on their body suggest that they might have been mauled and killed by an animal. Panda says that a shape-shifting [[werewolf]] is behind the killings, but nobody believes him.


== Plot ==
Seeing Bhaskar's increasingly strange behavior, Jana suspects that Bhaskar might be the shape-shifting werewolf. Jana and Jomin secretly acquire some of Bhaskar's stools to conduct a stool test and find that fragments of human bones were found in Bhaskar's stools. It is revealed that Bhaskar is indeed the one behind the killings, as he reveals the truth to them that ever since he was bitten by the wolf, he has been transforming into a werewolf, every night, and that he has no control over it.
Road contractor Bhaskar and his cousin Janardan "JD" visit [[Ziro]], [[Arunachal Pradesh]] for a road-building project. Two natives, Jomin and Panda, show them around. One night in the forest, Bhaskar is bitten by a wolf on his rear end. Anika, the local veterinarian, saves him. The next day, Bhaskar begins to see changes in himself, like heightened senses of smell and hearing, and communicating with animals. Meanwhile, the locals and tribals are opposed to the idea of cutting down trees to build roads.


Two people involved in the project were discovered dead. Bitemarks on the bodies indicate that they were killed by an animal. Panda claims the killings are the work of a werewolf. It is revealed that Bhaskar is the perpetrator of the crimes; he has been transforming into a werewolf every night since being bitten and has no control over it. The duo decides to confine Bhaskar to a remote location so he does not succumb. However, a local cop learns the truth, threatening to divulge Bhaskar's name to the town.
They decide to lock Bhaskar up at an isolated place so that he does not fall prey to his own urges. However, a local cop spots them and hears the truth, saying that he will reveal Bhaskar's identity to everyone. Just then, the wolf which had bitten Bhaskar, appears and kills the cop, allowing them to escape. In order to find a cure for Bhaskar's condition, they visit an aged medical practitioner. He tells them that the only way Bhaskar can be cured of his transformation is to get bitten again by the same wolf, on a new moon night, at the exact same spot as before.


Bhaskar wears protective gear all over his body, except his rear end, where he needs to get bitten by the wolf, and goes to the forest, along with Jana and Jomin, waiting for the wolf to appear. The wolf appears and they are shocked to see that the wolf is none other than Dr. Anika, who is also a shape-shifter. She reveals that she had been bitten by the wolf around a hundred years ago. Since then, she had been the protector of the forest, killing anyone who tries to destroy the forest and its trees. She had bitten Bhaskar intending to kill him, but spared him, sensing goodness inside him. She advices him to not fall prey to [[deforestation]] and its rewards.
The wolf that had bitten Bhaskar appears and kills the cop. The group goes to an elderly doctor for treatment; he informs them that the only way for Bhaskar to be cured is for him to be bitten by the same wolf on a new moon night in the same location. Bhaskar goes to the forest with JD and Jomin to be bitten again. The werewolf is revealed to be Anika. She explains that she was bitten by a wolf a century ago and has been the forest's protector since, murdering anybody who attempted to destroy it. She had bitten Bhaskar intending to kill him but spared him because she sensed his kindness within. She advises him to avoid [[Deforestation in India|deforestation]].


Anika, suddenly, is shot down and captured by the local police force. Bhaskar transforms into a werewolf and rescues Anika, killing the policemen. However, Anika succumbs to her injuries and falls of a cliff, leaving Bhaskar heartbroken. He decides to work on constructing the roads, but around the borders of the forest, leaving the trees unharmed.
Anika is shot down and captured by the local police. Bhaskar transforms and rescues her, killing her captors in the process, but she succumbs to her injuries and falls off a cliff, leaving him heartbroken. Bhaskar subsequently announces he will construct roads around the borders of the forest, leaving the trees and greenery unharmed. Meanwhile, many who are still planning the deforestation project are "mysteriously" killed by animals, and thus their project is canceled.


In a [[Post-credits scene|mid-credits scene]], [[Stree (2018 film)|Vicky]] and [[Stree (2018 film)|Bittu]] come to meet their long lost friend, Jana, who had previously been possessed by ''[[Stree (2018 film)|Stree]]'', and has since been staying far away from them, cutting off all contacts. They request Jana's help in uncovering the mystery of ''Stree''.
In a [[Post-credits scene|mid-credits scene]], JD's friends Vicky and Bittu approach him. JD is revealed to be their long-lost friend Jana, who had previously been possessed by the ghost [[Stree (2018 film)|Stree]], and has since been staying away from them, cutting off contact to study for the [[Civil Services Examination|UPSC exam]] for [[Indian Administrative Service|IAS]]. They ask for Jana's help in finding Stree. Bhaskar transforms into a werewolf and appears, terrifying them.{{Efn|This scene links ''Bhediya'' and ''Stree 2'' within the Maddock Supernatural Universe}}


== Cast ==
== Cast ==
* [[Varun Dhawan]] as Bhaskar Sharma / Bhediya
* [[Varun Dhawan]] as Bhaskar, a road contractor
* [[Kriti Sanon]] as Dr. Anika Mittal / Lady Bhediya
* [[Kriti Sanon]] as Dr Anika, Bhaskar's love interest
* [[Deepak Dobriyal]] as Panda
* [[Deepak Dobriyal]] as Panda
* [[Abhishek Banerjee (actor)|Abhishek Banerjee]] as Janardan "Jana"; Banerjee reprises his role from ''[[Stree (2018 film)|Stree]]'' (2018)
* [[Abhishek Banerjee (actor)|Abhishek Banerjee]] as Janardan "Jana"/ JD, Bhaskar's cousin; Banerjee reprises his role from ''Stree''.
* [[Saurabh Shukla]] as Bagga
* [[Baharul Islam (actor)|Baharul Islam]] as Neli
* Paalin Kabak as Jomin
* Paalin Kabak as Jomin
* Dosam Beyong as Prakash
* Manoj Bakshi as Bhaskar's father
* [[Baharul Islam (actor)|Baharul Islam]] as Engineer Neri
* Mudang Pai as Ojha Myran
* Tai Tugung as Police inspector
* Dosam Beyong as Prakash Paja
* Madang Pai as Ojha
* K4Kekho as one of the youths
* Tai Tugung as Police Inspector Tempol
* Ngilyang Aka as one of the youths
* Ligang Sallu as Range Forest Officer
* Ligang Sallu as Kaso, Forest Range Officer
* Nending Uttung as PSI
* Nani Haniya as Head Gaon Burah
* Bengia Morto as a youngster at Lapong

* Hage Apa as the doctor
* Tadu Omu as the hunter
* Surbhi Verma as News Reporter
* [[Amar Kaushik]] as the stud at the music festival
=== Special appearances ===
=== Special appearances ===
* [[Saurabh Shukla]] as Babanjeet Bagga
* [[Shraddha Kapoor]]<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/bhediya-song-thumkeshwari-shraddha-kapoor-makes-a-cameo-in-varun-kriti-song-101666941882867.html |title=Bhediya song Thumkeshwari: 'Stree' Shraddha Kapoor makes a cameo in Varun Dhawan-Kriti Sanon dance number|date=28 October 2022|work=Hindustan Times|access-date=28 October 2022}}</ref> In the song "Thumkeshwari"; Shraddha reprises her role from [[Stree (2018 film)|''Stree'']]
* [[Rajkummar Rao]] as Vicky: Jaana and Bittu's friend, Rao reprises his role from ''[[Stree (2018 film)|Stree]]''
* [[Aparshakti Khurana]] as Bittu: Jaana and Vicky's friend, Khurana reprises his role from ''[[Stree (2018 film)|Stree]]''
* [[Sharad Kelkar]] as Anika's father
* [[Sharad Kelkar]] as Anika's father
* [[Rajkummar Rao]] as Vicky, Jana's friend, reprises his role from ''Stree''
* [[Aparshakti Khurana]] as Bittu, Vicky's friend, reprises his role from ''Stree''
* [[Shraddha Kapoor]] in the song "Thumkeshwari", reprises her role from ''Stree''<ref>{{Cite web |date=28 October 2022 |title=Bhediya song Thumkeshwari: 'Stree' Shraddha Kapoor makes a cameo in Varun Dhawan-Kriti Sanon dance number |url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/bhediya-song-thumkeshwari-shraddha-kapoor-makes-a-cameo-in-varun-kriti-song-101666941882867.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221028080735/https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/bhediya-song-thumkeshwari-shraddha-kapoor-makes-a-cameo-in-varun-kriti-song-101666941882867.html |archive-date=28 October 2022 |access-date=28 October 2022 |website=Hindustan Times}}</ref>


==Production==
==Production==
The producer of film, [[Dinesh Vijan]], confirmed that ''Bhediya'' is part of his horror comedy universe consisting of films like [[Stree (2018 film)|''Stree'']], [[Roohi (2021 film)|''Roohi'']] and ''Munjha''.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.news18.com/news/movies/dinesh-vijan-confirms-horror-universe-consisting-of-stree-roohi-mujha-and-bhediya-3443351.html|title=Dinesh Vijan Confirms 'Horror Universe' Consisting of Stree, Roohi, Mujha and Bhediya|date=17 February 2021|work=News 18|access-date=31 March 2021}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.livemint.com/industry/media/bollywood-bets-big-on-horror-comedies-11616047519255.html|title=Bollywood bets big on horror comedies|date=18 February 2021|work=Mint|access-date=31 March 2021}}</ref> Munjha will be the prequel to 2018 film ''Stree''. The shooting for ''Bhediya'' is done in the regions of [[Arunachal Pradesh]]'s [[Ziro]] (Lower Subansiri), [[Sagalee]] (Papum Pare) and parts of [[Pakke-Kessang district]]- over a span of two months, from March to April 2021.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/varun-dhawan-and-kriti-sanon-share-their-experiences-of-filming-bhediya-in-arunachal-pradesh-2384823|title=Varun Dhawan And Kriti Sanon Share Their Experiences Of Filming Bhediya In Arunachal Pradesh|date=6 March 2021|work=NDTV|access-date=31 March 2021}}</ref> Over 70 percent of the artists in ''Bhediya'' are from [[Arunachal Pradesh]], including a lead character, named Jomin. Besides that, Arunachal rapper K4 Kheko will also feature in the film.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.northeasttoday.in/2021/03/05/arunachals-k4-kekho-to-compose-for-varun-dhawan-starrer-bhediya/|title=Arunachal's K4 Kekho to Compose for Varun Dhawan Starrer 'Bhediya'|date=5 March 2021|work=North East Today|access-date=31 March 2021}}</ref> He has also sung and written the lyrics for the theme song of the film.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.insidene.com/northeast-rapper-k4-kekho-to-compose-music-for-varun-dhawan-starrer-bhediya/|title=Northeast rapper K4 Kekho to compose music for Varun Dhawan-starrer 'Bhediya'|date=5 March 2021|work=Insidene.com|access-date=31 March 2021}}</ref>
The producer of the film, [[Dinesh Vijan]], confirmed that ''Bhediya'' is part of his horror comedy universe consisting of films like [[Stree (2018 film)|''Stree'']] and ''[[Munjya (film)|Munjya]]''.<ref>{{Cite web |date=17 February 2021 |title=Dinesh Vijan Confirms 'Horror Universe' Consisting of Stree, Roohi, Mujha and Bhediya |url=https://www.news18.com/news/movies/dinesh-vijan-confirms-horror-universe-consisting-of-stree-roohi-mujha-and-bhediya-3443351.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210410154323/https://www.news18.com/news/movies/dinesh-vijan-confirms-horror-universe-consisting-of-stree-roohi-mujha-and-bhediya-3443351.html |archive-date=10 April 2021 |access-date=31 March 2021 |website=News 18}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=18 February 2021 |title=Bollywood bets big on horror comedies |url=https://www.livemint.com/industry/media/bollywood-bets-big-on-horror-comedies-11616047519255.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210318062951/https://www.livemint.com/industry/media/bollywood-bets-big-on-horror-comedies-11616047519255.html |archive-date=18 March 2021 |access-date=31 March 2021 |website=Mint}}</ref> ''Munjya'' will be the prequel to the 2018 film ''Stree''. The shooting for ''Bhediya'' took place in the regions of [[Arunachal Pradesh]]'s [[Ziro]] (Lower Subansiri), [[Sagalee]] (Papum Pare) and parts of [[Pakke-Kessang district]]- over a span of two months, from March to April 2021.<ref>{{Cite web |date=6 March 2021 |title=Varun Dhawan And Kriti Sanon Share Their Experiences Of Filming Bhediya In Arunachal Pradesh |url=https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/varun-dhawan-and-kriti-sanon-share-their-experiences-of-filming-bhediya-in-arunachal-pradesh-2384823 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210325095009/https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/varun-dhawan-and-kriti-sanon-share-their-experiences-of-filming-bhediya-in-arunachal-pradesh-2384823 |archive-date=25 March 2021 |access-date=31 March 2021 |website=NDTV}}</ref> Over 70 percent of the artists in ''Bhediya'' are from Arunachal Pradesh, including a lead character, named Jomin. Besides that, Arunachal rapper K4 Kheko had sung and written the lyrics for the theme song of the film.<ref>{{Cite web |date=5 March 2021 |title=Arunachal's K4 Kekho to Compose for Varun Dhawan Starrer 'Bhediya' |url=https://www.northeasttoday.in/2021/03/05/arunachals-k4-kekho-to-compose-for-varun-dhawan-starrer-bhediya/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210416082908/https://www.northeasttoday.in/2021/03/05/arunachals-k4-kekho-to-compose-for-varun-dhawan-starrer-bhediya/ |archive-date=16 April 2021 |access-date=31 March 2021 |website=North East Today}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |date=5 March 2021 |title=Northeast rapper K4 Kekho to compose music for Varun Dhawan-starrer 'Bhediya' |url=https://www.insidene.com/northeast-rapper-k4-kekho-to-compose-music-for-varun-dhawan-starrer-bhediya/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210422005929/https://www.insidene.com/northeast-rapper-k4-kekho-to-compose-music-for-varun-dhawan-starrer-bhediya/ |archive-date=22 April 2021 |access-date=31 March 2021 |website=Insidene.com}}</ref> While the film has several Arunachal dialogues, they are not subtitled, with the character of Panda acting as translator to the non-Arunachal characters.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |last=Chatterjee |first=Pramit |date=2022-12-06 |title='Bhediya' Ending, Explained: Did Bhaskar Become Ziro's Protector? Did Mid-Credit Scene Have 'Stree' Connection? |url=https://dmtalkies.com/bhediya-ending-explained-2022-indian-drama-thriller-film-amar-kaushik/ |access-date=2024-09-02 |website=Digital Mafia Talkies |language=en-US |archive-date=27 May 2024 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240527003626/https://dmtalkies.com/bhediya-ending-explained-2022-indian-drama-thriller-film-amar-kaushik/ |url-status=live }}</ref> Sanon's [[bob cut]] hairstyle was inspired by her childhood looks.<ref>{{Cite web |date=Nov 14, 2022 |title=Check out what inspired Kriti Sanon's look for Bhediya as the actress shares childhood pictures |url=https://www.filmfare.com/news/bollywood/check-out-what-inspired-kriti-sanons-look-for-bhediya-as-the-actress-shares-childhood-pictures-55789.html |access-date=2024-09-02 |website=[[Filmfare]] |language=en |archive-date=27 September 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230927141521/https://www.filmfare.com/news/bollywood/check-out-what-inspired-kriti-sanons-look-for-bhediya-as-the-actress-shares-childhood-pictures-55789.html |url-status=live }}</ref>


During the shooting schedule, Varun Dhawan and his wife, designer Natasha Dalal donated {{INRConvert|1|l|lk=on}} to the victims of a massive fire in Arunachal Pradesh's Tirap and Longding districts in April 2021.<ref>{{cite news|url=https://www.news18.com/news/movies/varun-dhawan-and-natasha-dalal-donate-rs-1-lakh-to-arunachal-pradesh-fire-victims-3613211.html|title=Varun Dhawan and Natasha Dalal Donate Rs 1 Lakh to Arunachal Pradesh Fire Victims|newspaper=News18 |date=7 April 2021}}</ref> [[Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh]], [[Pema Khandu]] also visited the set in Ziro.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/features/sets-cm-arunachal-pradesh-pema-khandu-visits-varun-dhawan-cast-bhediya/|title=On The Sets: CM of Arunachal Pradesh Pema Khandu visits Varun Dhawan and cast of Bhediya|date=15 April 2021}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.eastmojo.com/arunachal-pradesh/2021/04/15/in-pics-with-cm-khandu-in-witness-bhediya-wraps-up-shoot-in-arunachal/|title=In Pics: With CM Khandu in witness, Bhediya wraps up shoot in Arunachal|date=15 April 2021}}</ref> The shooting schedule in [[Arunachal Pradesh]] completed on 19 April 2021.<ref>{{cite web|url=https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/bhediya-after-the-films-wrap-kriti-sanon-is-busy-dreaming-of-arunachal-travel-series-with-co-star-varun-dhawan-2418128|title=Bhediya: After The Film's Wrap, Kriti Sanon Is Busy Dreaming Of "Arunachal Travel Series" With Co-Star Varun Dhawan}}</ref> The film was [[Wrap (filmmaking)|wrapped up]] on 10 July 2021.<ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/features/varun-dhawan-and-kriti-sanon-wrap-up-the-shoot-of-bhediya-motion-poster-unveiled/|title= Varun Dhawan and Kriti Sanon wrap up the shoot of Bhediya, motion poster unveiled|work=Bollywood Hungama|date=10 July 2021|access-date=10 July 2021}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news|url=https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/bollywood/story/kriti-sanon-announces-bhediya-shoot-wrap-calls-varun-dhawan-a-crazy-entertainer-1826383-2021-07-10|title=Kriti Sanon, Varun Dhawan announce Bhediya shoot wrap with new motion poster|work=India Today|date=10 July 2021|access-date=10 July 2021}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=Bhediya Movie Album Songs |url=https://www.hungama.com/album/bhediya/96250258/ |access-date=23 November 2022 |language=en}}</ref>
During the shooting schedule, Varun Dhawan and his wife, designer Natasha Dalal donated {{INRConvert|1|l|lk=on}} to the victims of a massive fire in Arunachal Pradesh's Tirap and Longding districts in April 2021.<ref>{{Cite news |date=7 April 2021 |title=Varun Dhawan and Natasha Dalal Donate Rs 1 Lakh to Arunachal Pradesh Fire Victims |url=https://www.news18.com/news/movies/varun-dhawan-and-natasha-dalal-donate-rs-1-lakh-to-arunachal-pradesh-fire-victims-3613211.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210415021838/https://www.news18.com/news/movies/varun-dhawan-and-natasha-dalal-donate-rs-1-lakh-to-arunachal-pradesh-fire-victims-3613211.html |archive-date=15 April 2021 |access-date=15 April 2021 |work=News18}}</ref> Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, [[Pema Khandu]] also visited the set in Ziro.<ref>{{Cite web |date=15 April 2021 |title=On The Sets: CM of Arunachal Pradesh Pema Khandu visits Varun Dhawan and cast of Bhediya |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/features/sets-cm-arunachal-pradesh-pema-khandu-visits-varun-dhawan-cast-bhediya/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210416100051/https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/features/sets-cm-arunachal-pradesh-pema-khandu-visits-varun-dhawan-cast-bhediya/ |archive-date=16 April 2021 |access-date=16 April 2021 |website=[[Bollywood Hungama]]}}</ref> The shooting schedule in Arunachal Pradesh completed on 19 April 2021.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Bhediya: After The Film's Wrap, Kriti Sanon Is Busy Dreaming Of "Arunachal Travel Series" With Co-Star Varun Dhawan |url=https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/bhediya-after-the-films-wrap-kriti-sanon-is-busy-dreaming-of-arunachal-travel-series-with-co-star-varun-dhawan-2418128 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210421070653/https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/bhediya-after-the-films-wrap-kriti-sanon-is-busy-dreaming-of-arunachal-travel-series-with-co-star-varun-dhawan-2418128 |archive-date=21 April 2021 |access-date=21 April 2021 |website=NDTV}}</ref> Filming [[Wrap (filmmaking)|wrapped]] on 10 July 2021.<ref>{{Cite news |date=10 July 2021 |title=Varun Dhawan and Kriti Sanon wrap up the shoot of Bhediya, motion poster unveiled |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/features/varun-dhawan-and-kriti-sanon-wrap-up-the-shoot-of-bhediya-motion-poster-unveiled/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210710073342/https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/features/varun-dhawan-and-kriti-sanon-wrap-up-the-shoot-of-bhediya-motion-poster-unveiled/ |archive-date=10 July 2021 |access-date=10 July 2021 |work=Bollywood Hungama}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news |date=10 July 2021 |title=Kriti Sanon, Varun Dhawan announce Bhediya shoot wrap with new motion poster |url=https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/bollywood/story/kriti-sanon-announces-bhediya-shoot-wrap-calls-varun-dhawan-a-crazy-entertainer-1826383-2021-07-10 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210710083524/https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/bollywood/story/kriti-sanon-announces-bhediya-shoot-wrap-calls-varun-dhawan-a-crazy-entertainer-1826383-2021-07-10 |archive-date=10 July 2021 |access-date=10 July 2021 |work=India Today}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |title=Bhediya Movie Album Songs |url=https://www.hungama.com/album/bhediya/96250258/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221123094017/https://www.hungama.com/album/bhediya/96250258/ |archive-date=23 November 2022 |access-date=23 November 2022 |language=en}}</ref>


== Soundtrack ==
== Themes ==
{{Expand section|date=September 2024}}
''Bhediya'' explores wildlife conservation and speaks against deforestation. It also speaks against the racial discrimination that Northeast Indians face from other Indians, including them being treated as non-Indians and accused of having stereotypes of Chinese, [[Stereotypes of Japanese people|Japanese]] and Korean people, including kung fu expertise.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Singh |first=Suhani |date=2022-11-30 |title=How Bhediya is a wholesome watch with a messaging |url=https://www.indiatoday.in/india-today-insight/story/how-bhediya-is-a-wholesome-watch-with-a-messaging-2303691-2022-11-30 |access-date=2024-09-02 |website=[[India Today]] |language=en |archive-date=1 December 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221201080823/https://www.indiatoday.in/india-today-insight/story/how-bhediya-is-a-wholesome-watch-with-a-messaging-2303691-2022-11-30 |url-status=live }}</ref><ref>{{Cite web |last=Ramachandran |first=Naman |author-link=Naman Ramachandran |date=2022-11-27 |title='Bhediya' Review: Overlong Bollywood Werewolf Comedy Delivers Powerful Environmental Message |url=https://variety.com/2022/film/reviews/bhediya-review-varun-dhawan-1235442605/ |access-date=2024-09-02 |website=Variety |language=en-US |archive-date=27 January 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230127232616/https://variety.com/2022/film/reviews/bhediya-review-varun-dhawan-1235442605/ |url-status=live }}</ref><ref name=":1" /><ref name=":0" />

== Music ==
{{Infobox album
{{Infobox album
| name = Bhediya
| name = Bhediya
| type = Soundtrack
| type = soundtrack
| artist = [[Sachin-Jigar]]
| artist = [[Sachin–Jigar]]
| cover =
| cover =
| alt =
| alt =
| label = [[Zee Music Company]]
| label = [[Zee Music Company]]
| released = 22 November 2022<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.jiosaavn.com/album/bhediya/wSM2AOubajk_|title=Bhediya – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack |date=22 November 2022 |publisher=Jio Saavn}}</ref>
| released = 22 November 2022<ref>{{Cite web |date=22 November 2022 |title=Bhediya – Original Motion Picture Soundtrack |url=https://www.jiosaavn.com/album/bhediya/wSM2AOubajk_ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221122094611/https://www.jiosaavn.com/album/bhediya/wSM2AOubajk_ |archive-date=22 November 2022 |access-date=22 November 2022 |publisher=Jio Saavn}}</ref>
| recorded = 2021–2022
| recorded = 2021–2022
| venue =
| venue =
| studio =
| studio =
| genre = [[Feature film soundtrack]]
| genre = [[Soundtrack|Feature film soundtrack]]
| language = Hindi
| language = Hindi
| length = 18:09 (Hindi)
| length = 13:09
| producer = Sachin–Jigar
| prev_title = [[Dasvi]]
| prev_title = [[Dasvi]]
| prev_year = 2022
| prev_year = 2022
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}}


The music of the film is composed by [[Sachin-Jigar]] while the lyrics are written by [[Amitabh Bhattacharya]]. The first single titled "Thumkeshwari" was released on 28 October 2022.<ref>{{cite web |access-date=28 October 2022 |title=Bhediya song Thumkeshwari: Varun Dhawan-Kriti Sanon song is tailor-made for dance floor, Shraddha Kapoor adds charm |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/bhediya-song-thumkeshwari-varun-dhawan-kriti-sanon-shraddha-kapoor-8235017 |website=The Indian Express|date=28 October 2022 }}</ref> The second single audio titled "Apna Bana Le will release on 5 November 2022 while it's video was released on 7 November 2022.
The music of the film is composed by [[Sachin–Jigar]] while the lyrics are written by [[Amitabh Bhattacharya]]. The first single titled "Thumkeshwari" was released on 28 October 2022.<ref>{{Cite web |date=28 October 2022 |title=Bhediya song Thumkeshwari: Varun Dhawan-Kriti Sanon song is tailor-made for dance floor, Shraddha Kapoor adds charm |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/bhediya-song-thumkeshwari-varun-dhawan-kriti-sanon-shraddha-kapoor-8235017 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221028102508/https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/bhediya-song-thumkeshwari-varun-dhawan-kriti-sanon-shraddha-kapoor-8235017/ |archive-date=28 October 2022 |access-date=28 October 2022 |website=The Indian Express}}</ref> The second single audio titled "Apna Bana Le was released on 5 November 2022 while its video was released on 7 November 2022.


{{Track listing
{{Soundtrack
| headline = Bhediya (Hindi)<ref>{{cite web|url= https://www.jiosaavn.com/album/bhediya/wSM2AOubajk_|title=Bhediya|website=[[JioSaavn]]|date=22 November 2022 }}</ref>
| headline = Bhediya (Hindi)<ref>{{Cite web |date=22 November 2022 |title=Bhediya |url=https://www.jiosaavn.com/album/bhediya/wSM2AOubajk_ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221122094611/https://www.jiosaavn.com/album/bhediya/wSM2AOubajk_ |archive-date=22 November 2022 |access-date=22 November 2022 |website=[[JioSaavn]]}}</ref>
| total_length= 18:09
| total_length= 13:09
| extra_column = Singer(s)
| extra_column = Singer(s)
| all_lyrics = [[Amitabh Bhattacharya]] (except as otherwise specified)
| all_lyrics = [[Amitabh Bhattacharya]]
| title1 = Thumkeshwari
| title1 = Thumkeshwari
| extra1 = Rashmeet Kaur, [[Ash King]], [[Divya Kumar (singer)|Divya Kumar]], Sachin-Jigar
| extra1 = Rashmeet Kaur, [[Ash King]], [[Divya Kumar (singer)|Divya Kumar]], Sachin-Jigar
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| length3 = 2:46
| length3 = 2:46
| title4 = Baaki Sab Theek
| title4 = Baaki Sab Theek
| extra4 = [[Sachin Sanghvi]], [[Jigar Saraiya]], Amitabh Bhattacharya
| extra4 = Sachin–Jigar, Amitabh Bhattacharya
| length4 = 3:19
| length4 = 3:19
| title5 = Bhediya Theme<ref>{{cite web | url=https://open.spotify.com/track/6APL2tb7Rex3hZ2IdaCNh4?si=fcabb8881af84b9b | title=Bhediya Theme Song (From "Bhediya") | website=[[Spotify]] }}</ref>
| note5 = Lyrics by K4 Kekho, Sachin-Jigar
| length5 = 0:57
| extra5 = Sachin-Jigar, K4 Kekho
| title6 = Apna Bana Le
| note6 = Sakhsi Holkar Version
| extra6 = Sakhsi Holkar
| length6 = 4:03
}}
}}
{{Track listing
{{Soundtrack
| headline = Thodelu (Telugu)<ref>{{cite web|url= https://www.jiosaavn.com/album/bhediya---telugu/nbCwb9LQ1ek_|title=Bhediya - Telugu|website=[[JioSaavn]]|date=22 November 2022 }}</ref>
| headline = Thodelu (Telugu)<ref>{{Cite web |date=22 November 2022 |title=Bhediya - Telugu |url=https://www.jiosaavn.com/album/bhediya---telugu/nbCwb9LQ1ek_ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221125090200/https://www.jiosaavn.com/album/bhediya---telugu/nbCwb9LQ1ek_ |archive-date=25 November 2022 |access-date=25 November 2022 |website=[[JioSaavn]]}}</ref>
| extra_column = Singer(s)
| extra_column = Singer(s)
| all_lyrics = Yanamandra Ramakrishna
| all_lyrics = Yanamandra Ramakrishna
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| length3 = 2:46
| length3 = 2:46
| title4 = Anthaa Oke Naa
| title4 = Anthaa Oke Naa
| extra4= [[Santhosh Hariharan]], Velu, KJ Iyenar
| extra4= Santhosh Hariharan, Velu, KJ Iyenar
| length4 = 3:27
| length4 = 3:27
}}
}}
{{Track listing
{{Soundtrack
| headline = Onai (Tamil)<ref>{{cite web|url= https://www.jiosaavn.com/album/bhediya---tamil/xBvqXU1koyM_|title=Bhediya - Tamil|website=[[JioSaavn]]|date=22 November 2022 }}</ref>
| headline = Onai (Tamil)<ref>{{Cite web |date=22 November 2022 |title=Bhediya - Tamil |url=https://www.jiosaavn.com/album/bhediya---tamil/xBvqXU1koyM_ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221129072612/https://www.jiosaavn.com/album/bhediya---tamil/xBvqXU1koyM_ |archive-date=29 November 2022 |access-date=29 November 2022 |website=[[JioSaavn]]}}</ref>
| extra_column = Singer(s)
| extra_column = Singer(s)
| all_lyrics = S. Sunandhan
| all_lyrics = S. Sunandhan
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| length3 = 2:46
| length3 = 2:46
| title4 = Ellam Ok Va
| title4 = Ellam Ok Va
| extra4 = [[Santhosh Hariharan]], Velu, KJ Iyenar
| extra4 = Santhosh Hariharan, Velu, KJ Iyenar
| length4 = 3:27
| length4 = 3:27
}}
}}


==Release==
==Release==
===Theatrical===
The film was released theatrically on 25 November 2022 along with dubbed versions in [[Telugu language|Telugu]] (titled ''Thodelu'')<ref>{{cite web|url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/varun-dhawan-and-kriti-sanons-bhediya-titled-thodelu-in-telugu-film-to-release-on-november-25/articleshow/95456722.cms|title=Varun Dhawan and Kriti Sanon's 'Bhediya' titled 'Thodelu' in Telugu, film to release on November 25|website=[[The Times of India]]|access-date=11 November 2022}}</ref> and [[Tamil language|Tamil]] (titled ''Onai'').
The film was released theatrically on 25 November 2022 along with the dubbed versions in Telugu (titled ''Thodelu'') and Tamil (titled ''Onai'').<ref>{{Cite news |date=11 November 2022 |title=Varun Dhawan and Kriti Sanon's 'Bhediya' titled 'Thodelu' in Telugu, film to release on November 25 |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/varun-dhawan-and-kriti-sanons-bhediya-titled-thodelu-in-telugu-film-to-release-on-november-25/articleshow/95456722.cms |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221111143239/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/telugu/movies/news/varun-dhawan-and-kriti-sanons-bhediya-titled-thodelu-in-telugu-film-to-release-on-november-25/articleshow/95456722.cms |archive-date=11 November 2022 |access-date=11 November 2022 |work=[[The Times of India]]}}</ref>

=== Home media ===
Six months after the theatrical release, it released on [[JioCinema]] for streaming, for free, on 26 May 2023 in Hindi and the dubbed versions of Bengali, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam languages.<ref>{{Cite web |date=20 May 2023 |title=Varun Dhawan–Kriti Sanon starrer Bhediya to premiere on JioCinema on May 26 |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/varun-dhawan-kriti-sanon-starrer-bhediya-premiere-jiocinema-may-26/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230520054723/https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/varun-dhawan-kriti-sanon-starrer-bhediya-premiere-jiocinema-may-26/ |archive-date=20 May 2023 |access-date=20 May 2023 |website=Bollywood Hungama}}</ref>


== Reception ==
== Reception ==
=== Box office ===
''Bhediya'' received positive reviews from critics.<ref>{{cite web|title='Bhediya' movie review: 'Potential to develop into franchise', netizens, critics give Varun Dhawan's latest film a thumbs up|url=https://www.businesstoday.in/trending/entertainment/story/bhediya-movie-review-potential-to-develop-into-franchise-netizens-critics-give-varun-dhawans-latest-film-a-thumbs-up-354193-2022-11-25|website=[[Business Today (India)|Business Today]]|date=25 November 2022 |access-date=25 November 2022}}</ref> Amandeep Naang of ''[[ABP News]]'' rated the film 4 out of 5 stars and wrote "''Bhediya'' is a mad ride of a horror-comedy which feels different in the current climate of remakes, thrillers and period dramas".<ref>{{cite web|title=Bhediya Review: Varun Dhawan, Kriti Sanon Film Deserves Full Marks For Originality|url=https://news.abplive.com/movie-review/entertainment/bhediya-film-review-varun-dhawan-kriti-sanon-starrer-is-a-unique-concoction-of-humour-and-horror-know-details-1565529|website=[[ABP News]]|date=25 November 2022 |access-date=26 November 2022}}</ref> Siby Jeyya of ''India Herald'' rated the film 4 out of 5 stars and wrote "The impact of the film's visuals is by far its most noteworthy aspect. The vfx are incredible, and cinematographer Jishnu Bhattacharjee has masterfully captured the dark and fascinating realm of werewolves with the backdrop of the full moon in the midnight sky, ziro jungles, and mountains".<ref>{{cite web|title=Bhediya Movie Review - A Giant Entertainer|url=https://www.indiaherald.com/BREAKING/Read/994554042/Bhediya-Movie-Review-A-Giant-Entertainer|website=India Herald|access-date=26 November 2022}}</ref> ''[[Bollywood Hungama]]'' rated the film 3.5 out of 5 stars and wrote "''Bhediya'' works due to its novel idea, memorable performances, captivating climax, and VFX".<ref>{{cite web |title=Bhediya Movie Review|url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/movie/bhediya/critic-review/bhediya-movie-review/bhediya-works-due-to-its-novel-idea-memorable-performances-captivating-climax-and-vfx/|website=[[Bollywood Hungama]]|access-date=25 November 2022}}</ref> Dhaval Roy of [[The Times of India|''The Times Of India'']] rated the film 3.5 stars out of 5 and wrote " Director Amar Kaushik handles both genres skillfully in his latest outing and strikes a fine balance to deliver a movie that’s spine chilling in some instances, rib-tickling in almost all, and leaves you with something to think about."<ref>{{Citation |title=Bhediya Movie Review: This Bhediya will give you a howling good time! |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/movie-reviews/bhediya/movie-review/95749765.cms |access-date=2022-11-25}}</ref> Tushar Joshi of ''[[India Today]]'' rated the film 3.5 out of 5 stars and wrote "Performances feel genuine and Kaushik’s USP of infusing humour and wit at the right moments helps in keeping the narrative engaging and entertaining".<ref>{{cite web |title=Bhediya Movie Review: Varun Dhawan and Kriti Sanon's werewolf drama is a howling entertainer|url=https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/reviews/story/bhediya-movie-review-varun-dhawan-and-kriti-sanons-werewolf-drama-is-a-howling-entertainer-2301493-2022-11-25|website=[[India Today]]|access-date=25 November 2022}}</ref> [[Saibal Chatterjee]] of ''[[NDTV]]'' rated the film 3.5 out of 5 stars and wrote "''Bhediya'' is both enjoyable and thought-provoking, is helped along by lively performances. Varun Dhawan gives the unconventional role his best shot. Abhishek Banerjee and Paalin Kabak are terrific as much with their comic timing as with their dramatic flourishes".<ref>{{cite web |title=Bhediya Review: Varun Dhawan's Film Is Helped Along By Lively Performances|url=https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/bhediya-review-varun-dhawans-film-is-helped-along-by-lively-performances-3-5-stars-3552057|website=[[NDTV]]|access-date=25 November 2022}}</ref> Devesh Sharma of ''[[Filmfare]]'' rated the film 3.5 out of 5 stars and wrote "The film’s creature effects and computer generated imagery is excellent. Cinematography and the background score are good as well".<ref>{{cite web |title=Bhediya Movie Review|url=https://www.filmfare.com/reviews/bollywood-movies/bhediya-movie-review-55876.html|website=[[Filmfare]]|access-date=25 November 2022}}</ref>[[Shubhra Gupta]] of ''[[The Indian Express]]'' rated the film 3 out of 5 stars and wrote "Varun Dhawan does a good job of aligning with the tone of the film-- the horror is pretty much ‘naam-ke-vaaste’, comedy is what it is interested in and does it well".<ref>{{ cite web |title=Bhediya movie review: This Varun Dhawan-Kriti Sanon rumble in the jungle is quite the romp|url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/movie-review/bhediya-movie-review-varun-dhawan-kriti-sanon-amar-kaushik-8288772/|website=[[The Indian Express]]|date=25 November 2022 |access-date=25 November 2022}}</ref> Rohit Bhatnagar of ''[[The Free Press Journal]]'' rated the film 3 out of 5 stars and wrote "''Bhediya'' is a good one-time popcorn entertainment and a decent distraction from the monotony".<ref>{{cite web |title=Bhediya Review: Varun Dhawan, Kriti Sanon-starrer is a unique social drama and enjoyable in parts|url=https://www.freepressjournal.in/movie-review/bhediya-review-varun-dhawan-kriti-sanon-starrer-is-a-unique-social-drama-and-enjoyable-in-parts|website=[[The Free Press Journal]]|access-date=25 November 2022}}</ref> Sonil Dedhia of ''[[News 18]]'' rated the film 3 out of 5 stars and wrote "''Bhediya'' has a message that resonates with current times. The film has its heart in the right place but it falters in its execution and writing".<ref>{{cite web |title=Bhediya Review: Varun Dhawan Is in Full Form in Amar Kaushik Werewolf Drama; Kriti Sanon Impresses|url=https://www.news18.com/news/movies/bhediya-review-varun-dhawan-is-in-full-form-in-amar-kaushik-werewolf-drama-kriti-sanon-impresses-6466657.html|website=[[News 18]]|date=25 November 2022 |access-date=25 November 2022}}</ref> Sukanya Verma of ''[[Rediff]]'' rated the film 3 out of 5 stars and wrote "Varun Dhawan ups his entertainer game exponentially in ''Bhediya''".<ref>{{cite web |title=Bhediya Review: Howlarious!|url=https://m.rediff.com/movies/review/bhediya-review/20221125.htm|website=[[Rediff]]|access-date=26 November 2022}}</ref>
''Bhediya'' grossed ₹7.48 crore on its opening day and approximately ₹26.75 crore in its first week.<ref>{{cite web | last=Negi | first=Shrishti | title=Bhediya Box Office Day 1: Varun Dhawan-Kriti Sanon Film Earns Rs 7.48 Cr, Fails to Beat Drishyam 2 | website=News18 | date=26 November 2022 | url=https://www.news18.com/news/movies/bhediya-box-office-day-1-varun-dhawan-kriti-sanon-film-earns-rs-7-48-cr-fails-to-beat-drishyam-2-6475003.html | access-date=18 August 2024 | archive-date=18 August 2024 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240818174312/https://www.news18.com/news/movies/bhediya-box-office-day-1-varun-dhawan-kriti-sanon-film-earns-rs-7-48-cr-fails-to-beat-drishyam-2-6475003.html | url-status=live }}</ref><ref>{{cite web | title=Bhediya First Weekend Business | website=Box Office India | date=28 November 2022 | url=https://www.boxofficeindia.com/report-details.php?articleid=7370 | access-date=18 August 2024 | archive-date=18 August 2024 | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240818174312/https://www.boxofficeindia.com/report-details.php?articleid=7370 | url-status=live }}</ref> The film was produced on a budget of ₹60 crore and, during its theatrical run, grossed ₹89.97 crore at the worldwide box office.<ref name="budget" /><ref name="boc" />

=== Critical response ===
''Bhediya'' received positive reviews from critics.<ref>{{Cite web |date=25 November 2022 |title='Bhediya' movie review: 'Potential to develop into franchise', netizens, critics give Varun Dhawan's latest film a thumbs up |url=https://www.businesstoday.in/trending/entertainment/story/bhediya-movie-review-potential-to-develop-into-franchise-netizens-critics-give-varun-dhawans-latest-film-a-thumbs-up-354193-2022-11-25 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221125082916/https://www.businesstoday.in/trending/entertainment/story/bhediya-movie-review-potential-to-develop-into-franchise-netizens-critics-give-varun-dhawans-latest-film-a-thumbs-up-354193-2022-11-25 |archive-date=25 November 2022 |access-date=25 November 2022 |website=[[Business Today (India)|Business Today]]}}</ref> {{Rotten Tomatoes prose|score=62|count=13|average=6.3|consensus=|ref=yes |access-date=24 June 2024}}

Amandeep Naang of ''[[ABP News]]'' rated the film 4 out of 5 stars and wrote, "''Bhediya'' is a mad ride of a horror-comedy which feels different in the current climate of remakes, thrillers and period dramas."<ref>{{Cite web |date=25 November 2022 |title=Bhediya Review: Varun Dhawan, Kriti Sanon Film Deserves Full Marks For Originality |url=https://news.abplive.com/movie-review/entertainment/bhediya-film-review-varun-dhawan-kriti-sanon-starrer-is-a-unique-concoction-of-humour-and-horror-know-details-1565529 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221126015630/https://news.abplive.com/movie-review/entertainment/bhediya-film-review-varun-dhawan-kriti-sanon-starrer-is-a-unique-concoction-of-humour-and-horror-know-details-1565529 |archive-date=26 November 2022 |access-date=26 November 2022 |website=[[ABP News]]}}</ref> Siby Jeyya of ''India Herald'' rated the film 4 out of 5 stars and wrote, "The impact of the film's visuals is by far its most noteworthy aspect. The vfx are incredible, and cinematographer Jishnu Bhattacharjee has masterfully captured the dark and fascinating realm of werewolves with the backdrop of the full&nbsp;moon&nbsp;in the midnight sky,&nbsp;ziro&nbsp;jungles, and mountains."<ref>{{Cite web |title=Bhediya Movie Review - A Giant Entertainer |url=https://www.indiaherald.com/BREAKING/Read/994554042/Bhediya-Movie-Review-A-Giant-Entertainer |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221126042258/https://www.indiaherald.com/BREAKING/Read/994554042/Bhediya-Movie-Review-A-Giant-Entertainer |archive-date=26 November 2022 |access-date=26 November 2022 |website=India Herald}}</ref> ''[[Bollywood Hungama]]'' rated the film 3.5 out of 5 stars and wrote, "''Bhediya'' works due to its novel idea, memorable performances, captivating climax, and VFX."<ref>{{Cite web |date=25 November 2022 |title=Bhediya Movie Review |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/movie/bhediya/critic-review/bhediya-movie-review/bhediya-works-due-to-its-novel-idea-memorable-performances-captivating-climax-and-vfx/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221125012315/https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/movie/bhediya/critic-review/bhediya-movie-review/bhediya-works-due-to-its-novel-idea-memorable-performances-captivating-climax-and-vfx/ |archive-date=25 November 2022 |access-date=25 November 2022 |website=[[Bollywood Hungama]]}}</ref> Dhaval Roy of ''[[The Times of India]]'' rated the film 3.5 stars out of 5 and wrote, " Director Amar Kaushik handles both genres skillfully in his latest outing and strikes a fine balance to deliver a movie that’s spine chilling in some instances, rib-tickling in almost all, and leaves you with something to think about."<ref>{{Citation |title=Bhediya Movie Review: This Bhediya will give you a howling good time! |work=The Times of India |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/movie-reviews/bhediya/movie-review/95749765.cms |access-date=25 November 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221125182328/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/movie-reviews/bhediya/movie-review/95749765.cms |archive-date=25 November 2022 |url-status=live}}</ref> Tushar Joshi of ''[[India Today]]'' rated the film 3.5 out of 5 stars and wrote "Performances feel genuine and Kaushik’s USP of infusing humour and wit at the right moments helps in keeping the narrative engaging and entertaining."<ref>{{Cite web |date=25 November 2022 |title=Bhediya Movie Review: Varun Dhawan and Kriti Sanon's werewolf drama is a howling entertainer |url=https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/reviews/story/bhediya-movie-review-varun-dhawan-and-kriti-sanons-werewolf-drama-is-a-howling-entertainer-2301493-2022-11-25 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221125035225/https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/reviews/story/bhediya-movie-review-varun-dhawan-and-kriti-sanons-werewolf-drama-is-a-howling-entertainer-2301493-2022-11-25 |archive-date=25 November 2022 |access-date=25 November 2022 |website=[[India Today]]}}</ref>


[[Saibal Chatterjee]] of ''[[NDTV]]'' rated the film 3.5 out of 5 stars and wrote, "''Bhediya'' is both enjoyable and thought-provoking, is helped along by lively performances. Varun Dhawan gives the unconventional role his best shot. Abhishek Banerjee and Paalin Kabak are terrific as much with their comic timing as with their dramatic flourishes."<ref>{{Cite web |title=Bhediya Review: Varun Dhawan's Film Is Helped Along By Lively Performances |url=https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/bhediya-review-varun-dhawans-film-is-helped-along-by-lively-performances-3-5-stars-3552057 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221125063213/https://www.ndtv.com/entertainment/bhediya-review-varun-dhawans-film-is-helped-along-by-lively-performances-3-5-stars-3552057 |archive-date=25 November 2022 |access-date=25 November 2022 |publisher=[[NDTV]]}}</ref> Devesh Sharma of ''[[Filmfare]]'' rated the film 3.5 out of 5 stars and wrote, "The film’s creature effects and computer generated imagery is excellent. Cinematography and the background score are good as well."<ref>{{Cite web |title=Bhediya Movie Review |url=https://www.filmfare.com/reviews/bollywood-movies/bhediya-movie-review-55876.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221125082405/https://www.filmfare.com/reviews/bollywood-movies/bhediya-movie-review-55876.html |archive-date=25 November 2022 |access-date=25 November 2022 |website=[[Filmfare]]}}</ref> [[Shubhra Gupta]] of ''[[The Indian Express]]'' rated the film 3 out of 5 stars and wrote "Varun Dhawan does a good job of aligning with the tone of the film-- the horror is pretty much ‘naam-ke-vaaste’, comedy is what it is interested in and does it well."<ref>{{Cite web |date=25 November 2022 |title=Bhediya movie review: This Varun Dhawan-Kriti Sanon rumble in the jungle is quite the romp |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/movie-review/bhediya-movie-review-varun-dhawan-kriti-sanon-amar-kaushik-8288772/ |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221125044302/https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/movie-review/bhediya-movie-review-varun-dhawan-kriti-sanon-amar-kaushik-8288772/ |archive-date=25 November 2022 |access-date=25 November 2022 |website=[[The Indian Express]]}}</ref> Rohit Bhatnagar of ''[[The Free Press Journal]]'' rated the film 3 out of 5 stars and wrote, "''Bhediya'' is a good one-time popcorn entertainment and a decent distraction from the monotony."<ref>{{Cite web |title=Bhediya Review: Varun Dhawan, Kriti Sanon-starrer is a unique social drama and enjoyable in parts |url=https://www.freepressjournal.in/movie-review/bhediya-review-varun-dhawan-kriti-sanon-starrer-is-a-unique-social-drama-and-enjoyable-in-parts |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221125044940/https://www.freepressjournal.in/movie-review/bhediya-review-varun-dhawan-kriti-sanon-starrer-is-a-unique-social-drama-and-enjoyable-in-parts |archive-date=25 November 2022 |access-date=25 November 2022 |website=[[The Free Press Journal]]}}</ref> Sonil Dedhia of ''[[Network18 Group|News 18]]'' rated the film 3 out of 5 stars and wrote, "''Bhediya'' has a message that resonates with current times. The film has its heart in the right place but it falters in its execution and writing."<ref>{{Cite web |date=25 November 2022 |title=Bhediya Review: Varun Dhawan Is in Full Form in Amar Kaushik Werewolf Drama; Kriti Sanon Impresses |url=https://www.news18.com/news/movies/bhediya-review-varun-dhawan-is-in-full-form-in-amar-kaushik-werewolf-drama-kriti-sanon-impresses-6466657.html |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221125064831/https://www.news18.com/news/movies/bhediya-review-varun-dhawan-is-in-full-form-in-amar-kaushik-werewolf-drama-kriti-sanon-impresses-6466657.html |archive-date=25 November 2022 |access-date=25 November 2022 |website=[[News 18]]}}</ref> Sukanya Verma of ''[[Rediff.com|Rediff]]'' rated the film 3 out of 5 stars and wrote "Varun Dhawan ups his entertainer game exponentially in&nbsp;''Bhediya''."<ref>{{Cite web |title=Bhediya Review: Howlarious! |url=https://m.rediff.com/movies/review/bhediya-review/20221125.htm |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221126041528/https://m.rediff.com/movies/review/bhediya-review/20221125.htm |archive-date=26 November 2022 |access-date=26 November 2022 |website=[[Rediff]]}}</ref>
In a less positive review, [[Anna M. M. Vetticad]] of [[Firstpost]] rated it 2.5 out of 5 stars and wrote, “Bhediya is not the first film in this world to sideline characters from social groups sidelined in reality, even while purportedly being about those communities... All the noble intentions in the world and even Abhishek Banerjee’s comedic genius cannot compensate for such mindlessness.”<ref>{{cite web |title=Bhediya movie review: Horror comedy that marginalises the people of Arunachal while opposing marginalisation|url=https://www.firstpost.com/entertainment/bhediya-movie-review-horror-comedy-that-marginalises-the-people-of-arunachal-while-opposing-marginalisation-11692281|website=[[Firstpost]]|access-date=25 November 2022}}</ref> Himesh Mankad of ''[[Pinkvilla]]'' rated the film 3 out of 5 stars and wrote "''Bhediya'' rides primarily on the strength of gags, visual effects, and performances, but warranted a bigger conflict with regard to a hero and villain in the second half".<ref>{{cite web |title=Bhediya Movie Review: Varun Dhawan and Kriti Sanon starrer rides on Comedy, Performances & VFX|url=https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/reviews/bhediya-movie-review-varun-dhawan-and-kriti-sanon-starrer-rides-on-comedy-performances-vfx-1200487|website=[[Pinkvilla]]|date=25 November 2022 |access-date=26 November 2022}}</ref> Umesh Punwani of [[Koimoi]] rated the film 3 out of 5 stars and wrote "You'll come in for Varun Dhawan, but will stay back for Abhishek Banerjee"<ref>{{Cite web |last=Punwani |first=Umesh |date=2022-11-25 |title=Bhediya Movie Review: You'll Come In For Varun Dhawan, But Will Stay Back For Abhishek Banerjee! |url=https://www.koimoi.com/bollywood-movies/movie-reviews/bhediya-movie-review-youll-come-in-for-varun-dhawan-but-will-stay-back-for-abhishek-banerjee/ |access-date=2022-12-09 |website=Koimoi |language=en-US}}</ref>


In a less positive review, [[Anna M. M. Vetticad]] of ''[[Firstpost]]'' rated it 2.5 out of 5 stars and wrote, “Bhediya is not the first film in this world to sideline characters from social groups sidelined in reality, even while purportedly being about those communities... All the noble intentions in the world and even Abhishek Banerjee’s comedic genius cannot compensate for such mindlessness.”<ref>{{Cite web |title=Bhediya movie review: Horror comedy that marginalises the people of Arunachal while opposing marginalisation |url=https://www.firstpost.com/entertainment/bhediya-movie-review-horror-comedy-that-marginalises-the-people-of-arunachal-while-opposing-marginalisation-11692281 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221126232637/https://www.firstpost.com/entertainment/bhediya-movie-review-horror-comedy-that-marginalises-the-people-of-arunachal-while-opposing-marginalisation-11692281 |archive-date=26 November 2022 |access-date=25 November 2022 |website=[[Firstpost]]}}</ref> Himesh Mankad of ''[[Pinkvilla]]'' rated the film 3 out of 5 stars and wrote "''Bhediya'' rides primarily on the strength of gags, visual effects, and performances, but warranted a bigger conflict with regard to a&nbsp;hero and villain in the second half."<ref>{{Cite web |date=25 November 2022 |title=Bhediya Movie Review: Varun Dhawan and Kriti Sanon starrer rides on Comedy, Performances & VFX |url=https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/reviews/bhediya-movie-review-varun-dhawan-and-kriti-sanon-starrer-rides-on-comedy-performances-vfx-1200487 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221126022957/https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/reviews/bhediya-movie-review-varun-dhawan-and-kriti-sanon-starrer-rides-on-comedy-performances-vfx-1200487 |archive-date=26 November 2022 |access-date=26 November 2022 |website=[[Pinkvilla]]}}</ref> Rahul Desai from ''[[Film Companion]]'' wrote, "Bhediya is silly, stylish – and surprisingly poignant."<ref name=":1">{{Cite web |last=Desai |first=Rahul |date=13 April 2023 |title=Bhediya Is Silly, Stylish – And Surprisingly Poignant |url=https://www.filmcompanion.in/reviews/bollywood-review/bhediya-is-silly-stylish-and-surprisingly-poignant |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230528184024/https://www.filmcompanion.in/reviews/bollywood-review/bhediya-is-silly-stylish-and-surprisingly-poignant |archive-date=28 May 2023 |access-date=19 November 2023 |website=Film Companion |language=en}}</ref>
Rahul Desai from ''[[Film Companion]]'' wrote: "Bhediya is silly, stylish – and surprisingly poignant"


== See also ==
== Notes ==
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* [[The Wolf Man (franchise)]]
* [[Dinesh Vijan's horror-comedy universe]]
* [[Stree (2018 film)|Stree]]
* [[Roohi (2021 film)|Roohi]]


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Bhediya
Theatrical release poster
Directed byAmar Kaushik
Written byNiren Bhatt
Produced by
Starring
CinematographyJishnu Bhattacharjee
Edited bySanyukta Kaza
Music bySachin–Jigar
Production
companies
Distributed byPen Marudhar
Release date
  • 25 November 2022 (2022-11-25)
Running time
156 minutes[1]
CountryIndia
LanguageHindi
Budgetest. ₹60 crore[2]
Box officeest. ₹90 crore[3]

Bhediya (pronounced [ˈbʱeːɽɪjɑː]; transl. Wolf) is a 2022 Indian Hindi-language comedy horror film directed by Amar Kaushik. Produced by Dinesh Vijan from a story and screenplay by Niren Bhatt, it stars Varun Dhawan alongside Kriti Sanon, Abhishek Banerjee, Deepak Dobriyal and Paalin Kabak.[4][5] The plot of the film is inspired by Arunachal Pradesh's folklore about a Yapum, a shape-shifting werewolf, who wants to protect the jungle, even if they have to kill somebody. It is the second installment in the Maddock Supernatural Universe.

Bhediya was theatrically released on 25 November 2022, garnering positive reviews. The film grossed about ₹90 crore against a production budget of approximately ₹60 crore at the box office.[6] It received 13 nominations at the 68th Filmfare Awards, including Best Film (Critics), Best Actor (Critics) and Best Special Effects. A sequel is in development.[7]

Plot

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Road contractor Bhaskar and his cousin Janardan "JD" visit Ziro, Arunachal Pradesh for a road-building project. Two natives, Jomin and Panda, show them around. One night in the forest, Bhaskar is bitten by a wolf on his rear end. Anika, the local veterinarian, saves him. The next day, Bhaskar begins to see changes in himself, like heightened senses of smell and hearing, and communicating with animals. Meanwhile, the locals and tribals are opposed to the idea of cutting down trees to build roads.

Two people involved in the project were discovered dead. Bitemarks on the bodies indicate that they were killed by an animal. Panda claims the killings are the work of a werewolf. It is revealed that Bhaskar is the perpetrator of the crimes; he has been transforming into a werewolf every night since being bitten and has no control over it. The duo decides to confine Bhaskar to a remote location so he does not succumb. However, a local cop learns the truth, threatening to divulge Bhaskar's name to the town.

The wolf that had bitten Bhaskar appears and kills the cop. The group goes to an elderly doctor for treatment; he informs them that the only way for Bhaskar to be cured is for him to be bitten by the same wolf on a new moon night in the same location. Bhaskar goes to the forest with JD and Jomin to be bitten again. The werewolf is revealed to be Anika. She explains that she was bitten by a wolf a century ago and has been the forest's protector since, murdering anybody who attempted to destroy it. She had bitten Bhaskar intending to kill him but spared him because she sensed his kindness within. She advises him to avoid deforestation.

Anika is shot down and captured by the local police. Bhaskar transforms and rescues her, killing her captors in the process, but she succumbs to her injuries and falls off a cliff, leaving him heartbroken. Bhaskar subsequently announces he will construct roads around the borders of the forest, leaving the trees and greenery unharmed. Meanwhile, many who are still planning the deforestation project are "mysteriously" killed by animals, and thus their project is canceled.

In a mid-credits scene, JD's friends Vicky and Bittu approach him. JD is revealed to be their long-lost friend Jana, who had previously been possessed by the ghost Stree, and has since been staying away from them, cutting off contact to study for the UPSC exam for IAS. They ask for Jana's help in finding Stree. Bhaskar transforms into a werewolf and appears, terrifying them.[a]

Cast

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  • Varun Dhawan as Bhaskar, a road contractor
  • Kriti Sanon as Dr Anika, Bhaskar's love interest
  • Deepak Dobriyal as Panda
  • Abhishek Banerjee as Janardan "Jana"/ JD, Bhaskar's cousin; Banerjee reprises his role from Stree.
  • Paalin Kabak as Jomin
  • Manoj Bakshi as Bhaskar's father
  • Baharul Islam as Engineer Neri
  • Dosam Beyong as Prakash Paja
  • Madang Pai as Ojha
  • Tai Tugung as Police Inspector Tempol
  • Ligang Sallu as Kaso, Forest Range Officer
  • Nending Uttung as PSI
  • Bengia Morto as a youngster at Lapong
  • Hage Apa as the doctor
  • Tadu Omu as the hunter
  • Surbhi Verma as News Reporter
  • Amar Kaushik as the stud at the music festival

Special appearances

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Production

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The producer of the film, Dinesh Vijan, confirmed that Bhediya is part of his horror comedy universe consisting of films like Stree and Munjya.[9][10] Munjya will be the prequel to the 2018 film Stree. The shooting for Bhediya took place in the regions of Arunachal Pradesh's Ziro (Lower Subansiri), Sagalee (Papum Pare) and parts of Pakke-Kessang district- over a span of two months, from March to April 2021.[11] Over 70 percent of the artists in Bhediya are from Arunachal Pradesh, including a lead character, named Jomin. Besides that, Arunachal rapper K4 Kheko had sung and written the lyrics for the theme song of the film.[12][13] While the film has several Arunachal dialogues, they are not subtitled, with the character of Panda acting as translator to the non-Arunachal characters.[14] Sanon's bob cut hairstyle was inspired by her childhood looks.[15]

During the shooting schedule, Varun Dhawan and his wife, designer Natasha Dalal donated ₹1 lakh (US$1,200) to the victims of a massive fire in Arunachal Pradesh's Tirap and Longding districts in April 2021.[16] Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, Pema Khandu also visited the set in Ziro.[17] The shooting schedule in Arunachal Pradesh completed on 19 April 2021.[18] Filming wrapped on 10 July 2021.[19][20][21]

Themes

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Bhediya explores wildlife conservation and speaks against deforestation. It also speaks against the racial discrimination that Northeast Indians face from other Indians, including them being treated as non-Indians and accused of having stereotypes of Chinese, Japanese and Korean people, including kung fu expertise.[22][23][24][14]

Music

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Bhediya
Soundtrack album by
Sachin–Jigar
Released22 November 2022[25]
Recorded2021–2022
GenreFeature film soundtrack
Length13:09
LanguageHindi
LabelZee Music Company
ProducerSachin–Jigar
Sachin–Jigar chronology
Dasvi
(2022) 		Bhediya
(2022) 		Govinda Naam Mera
(2022)
External audio
audio icon Audio Jukebox on YouTube

The music of the film is composed by Sachin–Jigar while the lyrics are written by Amitabh Bhattacharya. The first single titled "Thumkeshwari" was released on 28 October 2022.[26] The second single audio titled "Apna Bana Le was released on 5 November 2022 while its video was released on 7 November 2022.

All lyrics are written by Amitabh Bhattacharya

Bhediya (Hindi)[27]
No.TitleSinger(s)Length
1."Thumkeshwari"Rashmeet Kaur, Ash King, Divya Kumar, Sachin-Jigar2:43
2."Apna Bana Le"Arijit Singh, Sachin-Jigar4:21
3."Jungle Mein Kaand"Vishal Dadlani, Sukhwinder Singh, Siddharth Basrur, Sachin-Jigar2:46
4."Baaki Sab Theek"Sachin–Jigar, Amitabh Bhattacharya3:19
Total length:13:09

All lyrics are written by Yanamandra Ramakrishna

Thodelu (Telugu)[28]
No.TitleSinger(s)Length
1."Thumkeshwari" (Telugu)Karthik, Anusha Mani2:43
2."Chilipi Varaale Ivvu"Karthik4:23
3."Adavullo Chichu Regeraa"Benny Dayal2:46
4."Anthaa Oke Naa"Santhosh Hariharan, Velu, KJ Iyenar3:27
Total length:13:19

All lyrics are written by S. Sunandhan

Onai (Tamil)[29]
No.TitleSinger(s)Length
1."Thumkeshwari" (Tamil)Karthik, Anusha Mani2:43
2."Ennakai Pirathavale Neeya"Karthik4:23
3."Kaduna Thrillu Thanada"Benny Dayal2:46
4."Ellam Ok Va"Santhosh Hariharan, Velu, KJ Iyenar3:27
Total length:13:19

Release

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Theatrical

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The film was released theatrically on 25 November 2022 along with the dubbed versions in Telugu (titled Thodelu) and Tamil (titled Onai).[30]

Home media

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Six months after the theatrical release, it released on JioCinema for streaming, for free, on 26 May 2023 in Hindi and the dubbed versions of Bengali, Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, and Malayalam languages.[31]

Reception

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Box office

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Bhediya grossed ₹7.48 crore on its opening day and approximately ₹26.75 crore in its first week.[32][33] The film was produced on a budget of ₹60 crore and, during its theatrical run, grossed ₹89.97 crore at the worldwide box office.[2][3]

Critical response

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Bhediya received positive reviews from critics.[34] On the review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, 62% of 13 critics' reviews are positive, with an average rating of 6.3/10.[35]

Amandeep Naang of ABP News rated the film 4 out of 5 stars and wrote, "Bhediya is a mad ride of a horror-comedy which feels different in the current climate of remakes, thrillers and period dramas."[36] Siby Jeyya of India Herald rated the film 4 out of 5 stars and wrote, "The impact of the film's visuals is by far its most noteworthy aspect. The vfx are incredible, and cinematographer Jishnu Bhattacharjee has masterfully captured the dark and fascinating realm of werewolves with the backdrop of the full moon in the midnight sky, ziro jungles, and mountains."[37] Bollywood Hungama rated the film 3.5 out of 5 stars and wrote, "Bhediya works due to its novel idea, memorable performances, captivating climax, and VFX."[38] Dhaval Roy of The Times of India rated the film 3.5 stars out of 5 and wrote, " Director Amar Kaushik handles both genres skillfully in his latest outing and strikes a fine balance to deliver a movie that’s spine chilling in some instances, rib-tickling in almost all, and leaves you with something to think about."[39] Tushar Joshi of India Today rated the film 3.5 out of 5 stars and wrote "Performances feel genuine and Kaushik’s USP of infusing humour and wit at the right moments helps in keeping the narrative engaging and entertaining."[40]

Saibal Chatterjee of NDTV rated the film 3.5 out of 5 stars and wrote, "Bhediya is both enjoyable and thought-provoking, is helped along by lively performances. Varun Dhawan gives the unconventional role his best shot. Abhishek Banerjee and Paalin Kabak are terrific as much with their comic timing as with their dramatic flourishes."[41] Devesh Sharma of Filmfare rated the film 3.5 out of 5 stars and wrote, "The film’s creature effects and computer generated imagery is excellent. Cinematography and the background score are good as well."[42] Shubhra Gupta of The Indian Express rated the film 3 out of 5 stars and wrote "Varun Dhawan does a good job of aligning with the tone of the film-- the horror is pretty much ‘naam-ke-vaaste’, comedy is what it is interested in and does it well."[43] Rohit Bhatnagar of The Free Press Journal rated the film 3 out of 5 stars and wrote, "Bhediya is a good one-time popcorn entertainment and a decent distraction from the monotony."[44] Sonil Dedhia of News 18 rated the film 3 out of 5 stars and wrote, "Bhediya has a message that resonates with current times. The film has its heart in the right place but it falters in its execution and writing."[45] Sukanya Verma of Rediff rated the film 3 out of 5 stars and wrote "Varun Dhawan ups his entertainer game exponentially in Bhediya."[46]

In a less positive review, Anna M. M. Vetticad of Firstpost rated it 2.5 out of 5 stars and wrote, “Bhediya is not the first film in this world to sideline characters from social groups sidelined in reality, even while purportedly being about those communities... All the noble intentions in the world and even Abhishek Banerjee’s comedic genius cannot compensate for such mindlessness.”[47] Himesh Mankad of Pinkvilla rated the film 3 out of 5 stars and wrote "Bhediya rides primarily on the strength of gags, visual effects, and performances, but warranted a bigger conflict with regard to a hero and villain in the second half."[48] Rahul Desai from Film Companion wrote, "Bhediya is silly, stylish – and surprisingly poignant."[24]

Notes

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  1. ^ This scene links Bhediya and Stree 2 within the Maddock Supernatural Universe

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