'Baramulla' Movie Review: Manav Kaul Explores a Haunting Tale of Disappearances
The horror thriller Baramulla, starring Manav Kaul, premiered on Netflix on November 7, 2025. The film unfolds in the snow-covered town of Baramulla, where the 'Sayyeds' are attempting to rebuild their lives after past turmoil.
The Central Mystery
During a local magic show, a young boy named Shoaib mysteriously disappears. This incident sparks a chilling investigation led by DSP Ridwaan Shafi Sayyed, whose pursuit of truth turns increasingly grim as more children go missing. The search soon uncovers hidden secrets from the town’s past, where reality and horror begin to intertwine.
Manav Kaul’s Powerful Performance
Manav Kaul delivers a compelling performance as Ridwaan, a character torn between duty, personal guilt, and fatherhood. His dedication to the investigation despite inner turmoil gives the story emotional weight. The relationship between Ridwaan and Noorie introduces tenderness amid the tension, amplifying the film’s emotional dimension.
“Manav Kaul’s subtle yet magnetic portrayal of vulnerability makes him the showstopper of the film, Baramulla.”
Themes and Climax
Baramulla reaches its emotional height in the finale, where the line between the horrors of the past and the supernatural blurs completely. The film’s strength lies not in cheap thrills but in its tragic depiction of anguish, connecting its haunting narrative to the real-life trauma of the 1990s Kashmiri Pandit exodus.
Author’s Summary
The film Baramulla merges historical pain with psychological horror, anchored by Manav Kaul’s deeply human portrayal of a man confronting both personal and collective ghosts.
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