Unraveling the Darkness: A Review of “Shaitaan”

prathna agrawatt
4 min readMar 13, 2024

“Shaitaan” is a Supernatural thriller that delves deep into the complexities of human nature and the battle between good and evil. Overall, “Shaitaan” was a masterful blend of supernatural thriller and family drama. The performance were top-notch, the story was gripping, and the themes of good versus evil were explored in a way that kept me guessing until the very end. it’s definitely a flim that will stay with me, haunting my thoughts long after i’ve left the theater.

From the moment the mysterious man enter the family’s life, a sense of foreboding descends upon the audience, setting the stage for a riveting exploration of morality and manupulation. Ajay Devgn’s portrayal of Kabir, a father grappling with protecting his family from unseen forces, is both powerful and poignant, drawing viewers inti his struggles against malevolence. as the tension mounts and the family’s bonds are tested!

Overall, “Shaitaan” was a masterful blend of supernatural thriller and family drama. It’s One of the Most Unsettling aspects of “Shaitaan” was how the man manipulated the family’s young Daughter , Janki using her innocence against them. The Psychological Thriller elements really came inti play as the tension mounted, especially when the man claimed to have hypnotized her. it made me question who could be trusted and what was real, adding layers of suspense to the narrative. also, the setting of the farmhouse added to the atmosphere of dreach and isolation, intensifying the feeling of being trapped with an unknown entity.

“Shaitaan” really kept me on the edge of my seat from to finish! The tension between righteousness and malevolence was palpable throughout the film, especially as the mysterious man’s presence began to unravel the family’s peace. Ajay Devgn’s portrayal of Kabir was so compelling, as he grappled with protecting his family while confronting the sinster forces at play. The dynamic between the family members and the mysterious man was so intriguing. R. Madhavan’s performance as the patriarch trying to maintain control in the face of uncertainty was gripping, while Jyothika brought a depth of emotion to her role as the mother torn between trust and suspicion. and Janki Bodiwala’s portrayal of the young girl manipulating by darkness is both haunting and heartbreaking, serving as a chilling reminder of the fragility of innocence.

Throughout “Shaitaan”, the audience is drawn into a gripping tale of deception, manipulation, and the battle between light and darkness. As the mysterious man insinuates himself into the family’s life, his true intensions remain shrouded in mystery, leaving viewers guessing until the very end. R.Madhavan and Jyothika bring depth and naunce to their roles as well, embodying the turmoil and uncertainty that permeate every interaction. and Janki Bodiwala’s performance as the young girl manipulated by darkness is both heartbreaking and chilling, highlighting the insidious nature of evil.

the Manuplator named ,Vanraj . his presence unleashes a torrent of unsettling events, as he exerts a sinister influence over janki, compelling her to obey his every command. As the tension mounts, Kabir and Jyoti find themselves trapped in a nightmarish scenerio, desperately trying to protect their daughter from Vanraj’s malevolent grip.

The film was shoot in London, Mumbai and Mussoorie with filming taking place from june 2023 to september 2023. “Shaitaan” is directed by Vikas Bahl, who earlier directed movies like Super 30, Queen , Chillar Party. The Music of the flim is composed by Amit Trivedi and Lyrics by Kumaar. The First song named, “Khushiyaan Bator Lo” is by Jubin Nautiyal , The Main Title Track named “Aisa Main Shaitaan” is by Raftaar and “Shaitaan Theme” by Siddharth Basrur. Definitely a worth watching latest pick in my opinion. i would highly recommend watching this one full of suspense and thrills.

This Movie is the Remake of Gujarati movie “VASH”. As per the Reports , Shaitaan was made with budget of 50–60 crores and as per the news Shaitaan’s Box Office Collection till the Day 5 is approx. 88 crores gross, the total net box office collection in india now stands at 70 crore while it minted 15 crores in the overseas market.

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