Baramulla

“The film unravels in the way it tries to mix its allegorical elements with inconsistent plot-points which include terrorists-from-sarhad-paar involved with 'farming' innocents: too much obviousness takes away from the delicacy of the rest of it. Finally, it is reduced to becoming a testament to wounds which are poked at and made to fester, with the much-required healing touch just a climactic throwaway.”

“Manav Kaul is magnetic, and his masterful, restrained performance is impressive. The film brilliantly finds its soul in the tragedy of the Kashmiri Pandits and their exodus of the 90s, treating their loss and exile as a deep, unhealed scar on the valley itself. Baramulla is a profound story on what it means to lose a home, an identity, and a sense of belonging—a rare triumph from Netflix India.”

“‘Baramulla’ impresses with its craft but stumbles with its chills—a film that almost freezes you but never quite gets under your skin.”

“...is a rare, one-of-its-kind film that fuses supernatural elements with the socio-political reality of Kashmir in a deeply impactful way. Highly recommended.”

“Manav Kaul delivers one of his most haunting performances yet in 'Baramulla', a Netflix film that finds horror not in ghosts but in grief, memory, and the pain of exile. A chilling reflection on loss and belonging in the Kashmir Valley.”

“Despite its uneven moments, Baramulla remains a gripping watch, powered by Manav Kaul's composed performance and Aditya's confident direction. It's not without its imperfections, but it's atmospheric cinema done with intent... a reminder that sometimes, the real horror lies not in ghosts, but in the world we inhabit.”

“The supernatural-mystery stuff is well balanced with Baramulla's more grounded, socially realistic elements, making it one of the most unique and creatively well-realised Hindi films seen in a long time. While the final reveal plays too safe and it can be hit-or-miss for some, the journey leading there is so engaging that it's hard not to admire the film as a whole.”

“Sad, cold and haunted. One sees Kashmir in a very different light in Baramulla.”

“Manav Kaul gives his best in a film which is just not good enough!”

“Baramulla isn't a typical horror thriller — it's a meditative, slow-burning exploration of grief, displacement, and the lingering wounds of Kashmir. By its haunting finale, Baramulla proves it's not about horror but about being haunted — by silence, snow, and stories that refuse to fade. It's a brave, visually poetic film that lingers in the mind long after the credits roll.”

“The characters are too sketchily written and indifferently performed – even by the dependable Manav Kaul – to be engaging. The scare factor is negligent, constituting much groaning and sighing. After dithering about for far too long, Baramulla finally snaps into shape in the extended climax, pulling off the mask of horror to reveal … bared teeth.”

“A master of his craft, Manav brings out the quiet ferocity, restlessness, and vulnerability of Syed, making him a living, breathing contradiction that the narrative wants him to be. Baramulla presents an emotionally resonant tale that lingers, where the line between the rational and the otherworldly blurs for a greater purpose.”

“Baramulla brings us to a region of India rich in history and disagreement. But there’s something else lurking in these parts, too, something that cannot be banished through belief or violence, and we enjoyed that built-in tension.”

“With chilling visuals and evocative sound design, it masterfully blends mystery, drama, and crime investigation, offering a poignant reflection on grief, memory, and resilience.”

“Aditya Suhas Jambhale’s film infuses partisan politics with supernatural horror — and the result is complicated.”