Bhairadevi

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Bhairadevi
Bhairadevi poster.jpg
Theatrical release poster
Directed bySrijai
Written bySrijai
Produced by Radhika Kumaraswamy
Starring Radhika Kumaraswamy
Ramesh Aravind
Anu Prabhakar
Skanda Ashok
P. Ravishankar
CinematographyJ. S. Wali
Edited byC. Ravichandran
Music byK. K. Senthil Prasath
Production
company
Shamika Enterprises
Release date
  • 3 October 2024 (2024-10-03)
Running time
134 minutes
Language Kannada

Bhairadevi is a 2024 Kannada supernatural thriller film written and directed by Srijai and produced by Radhika Kumaraswamy. [1] Besides Radhika in dual roles, the film features Ramesh Aravind, Anu Prabhakar, Skanda Ashok, P. Ravishankar and Rangayana Raghu in lead supporting roles. [2] [3] The makers are planning for a sequel post the release of the film on 3 October 2024. [4]

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Cast

Soundtrack

The film's score and soundtrack was composed by K. K. Senthil Prasath and lyrics were written by Srijai. [5]

Reception

The film received positive reviews from critics.

Jagadish Angadi of Deccan Herald rated the film three out of five stars and wrote that "Despite flaws, the engaging second half saves the film. Bhairadevi will entertain those who love supernatural thrillers." [6] Sridevi S of The Times of India gave it three out of five stars and wrote, "In the era of horror comedy, Bhairadevi presents a horror script in all its glory, albeit with a predictable storyline. If horror films are your jam, you can give this film a try." [7] Sunayana Suresh of The South First gave it three out of five stars and opined that "The way the story traverses through the entire twists and turns might not entirely be dexterous or novel, but it does provide the necessary entertainment, which keeps the audience engaged." [8]

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References

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