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Rahasya

30 January 2015Hindi2h 4m
CrimeDramaThriller
out of 10
Mixedlukewarm or divided
Monk Score · 10 critic reviews

A slow-burn whodunit kept afloat by its leads but weighed down by its pace.

Verdict tier Mixed, lukewarm or divided, on a scale of Unfavorable, Mixed, Recommended, Exceptional.

  • Praised: sustained tension and lead performances
  • Criticised: slow pacing and drag moments

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User score 6.0 out of 10 from 6 ratings, Mixed
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Critical reception for Rahasya is mixed, with scores ranging from 20 to 70 out of 100. Reviewers who responded positively highlighted the film's ability to sustain interest and tension across its runtime, and several singled out the performances of Kay Kay Menon, Tisca Chopra, and Ashish Vidyarthi. The most consistent criticism centers on the film's slow, unhurried pacing, which some found draggy and demanding of patience. Detractors felt the direction was unfocused and that the film could be skipped, while more favorable critics recommended it specifically to fans of murder mysteries and whodunit thrillers.

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Critic reviews (10)

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  1. Top critic

    IBNLive

    Film review ·

    It's a very watchable thriller, inconsistent but never dull. A compelling account inspired by an oddly fascinating case.

  2. BookMyShow

    Film review ·

    Rahasya is a tight, smooth and well-executed film which is unbelievably underrated. With stellar performances by Kay Kay Menon, Tisca Chopra and Ashish Vidyarthi, what makes it tick is the slightly numbing climax.

  4. SKJBollywoodNews

    Film review ·

    This is not film about a neat denouement. Messy lives, sordid relationships, betrayal and revenge run through the veins of the film. Barbara Cartland would have frowned. But Agatha Christie would have assuredly approved.

  5. India Today

    Film review ·

    Despite the length of the film, director Manish Gupta has maintained the pace of Rahasya. His hold on the camera and the script are quite evident throughout the film. If you are interested in murder mystery, then do go watch Rahasya.

  6. Mid-Day

    Film review ·

    Clever filmmakers heavily bank on the curiosity factor that a given incident (in this case, the double murder) generates, but fortunately this film keeps you interested and thrilled through its just about two-hour running time.

  7. KoiMoi

    Film review ·

    Rahasya is not the perfect murder mystery. It has its drag moments and so if you have grown-up watching CID, you may like a better version of it. Not an exceptional story or execution...

  8. Times Of India

    Film review ·

    As far as execution is concerned, while the unhurried unfolding of mystery adds depth to the film, it also demands patience from the viewers, which may or may not work in its favour. Nonetheless, this tale of the 'perfect crime' will appeal to fans of the genre.

  9. Bollywood Hungama

    Film review ·

    Bollywood has witnessed many a reel-life-imitating-real-life films like ANKUR ARORA MURDER CASE, NO ONE KILLED JESSICA etc. With RAHASYA, director Manish Gupta has tried his level best to keep the secret (read 'whodunit') intact. RAHASYA can be skipped without any regret.

  10. Glamsham

    Film review ·

    There's an urgency in RAHASYA that's hard to define or comprehend. Manish Gupta, the director, seems to be batting like an out-of-form Yusuf Pathan in a T-20 match, trying to hit everything out of the boundary line, missing every delivery.

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6 ratings · user score 6.0

  1. Bindu CherungathFeb 2015
    6/10

    Rahasya, a film inspired from the murder of Aarushi Talwar which stormed the headlines of print as well as digital media. Only some premises have been set similar to Aarushi's case, but otherwise, the film has been treated absolutely differently. Aarushi murder case was closely followed by the whole country. In 2013, her parents Rajesh and Nupur Talwar have been convicted of her murder and in jail for their life imprisonment. Though the movie does solve the murder mystery, in spite of Rajesh and Nupur's getting sentenced, that murder mystery still stays as a Rahasya in many people's minds. The movie begins with the death of Aayesha Mahajan, twin daughter of Ashish Vidyarthi (Sachin Mahajan) and Tisca Chopra. Sachin is arrested as a prime suspect and even is sent for remand. To go to the depth of the Rahasya, Kay Kay Menon as CBI official enters into the scene. The movie is all about how Kay Kay Menon connects the various clues, and reaches to the actual murderer out of those people who were suspects: Sachin' family friend couple, the maid servant Rimi Fernandez etc. The pace of the movie is moderate. Also, Tisca, otherwise a very talented actress, doesn't seem to be at her best towards the end of the movie. Kay Kay Menon is good as CBI official.

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