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“Jarann” is a Marathi-language horror and psychological thriller movie that came out on June 6, 2025. It is directed by Rushikesh Gupte and stars excellent actors, including Amruta Subhash, Anita Date, Seema Deshmukh, and Rajan Bhise. This film isn’t a classic horror movie with jump scares and ghosts; rather, it provides a new, insightful, and disturbing perspective on fear, black magic, and mental health.
“Jarann” depicts the story of a woman living in a quiet village, where odd experiences begin to unfold about a woman showing signs of unnatural happenings. The questions were, maybe she is under the influence of black magic? Or does she have a mental illness? The first of many mysteries, which the film burrows into slowly, is to show us. A movie that does not take a stand on whether a person can believe in ghosts or black magic. They put the film on a tightrope that balances, and they let the audience decide whether they are going to put their faith in science or superstition.
Amruta Subhash, in the role of the centerpiece performer, is phenomenal. Her expressions, body movements, and voice truly exemplify the fear and confusion of someone who is split between reality and hallucination. Anita Date and Seema Deshmukh both perform characters that heighten the performance. Rajan Bhise is solid and anchors the project with his calm presence.
Director Rushikesh Gupte has taken a risk by telling a horror story with such insight. Instead of showcasing scary faces or dark rooms, Director Gupte prefers to tell how fear alters the human psyche. By building psychological tension gradually, the audience is captivated until the film’s conclusion. There will be scenes that will give you chills, not because ghosts make it scary, but because they are based on human behavior, which seems real and relatable.
The music and background score of the film are well implemented. They aren’t loud or dramatic, but instead slowly build tension. The sound design immerses you in the fear instead of just hearing it. The visuals are simple yet effective. The combination of shadows, old houses, and silence creates enough of a creepy atmosphere.
“Jarann,” one of the better things about this film is that it doesn’t attempt to provide all the answers. It leaves a few of the questions unanswered. It makes you think – what is real and what is not? Is the woman cursed, or is it merely in her head? Those unanswered questions linger long after the film has finished.
Overall, “Jarann” is a daring and unique kind of horror film. It does not cater to the consumer who expects quick scares, but if you enjoy films that stimulate your fear, thoughts, and feelings all at once, then this film is worth seeing. It’s a horror film with a brain and heart. It is a different movie that represents the progressiveness of Marathi cinema.
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