Fri Nov 07 11:36:21 UTC 2025: ## Netflix’s “Baramulla” Explores Trauma and Terror in Kashmir
Baramulla: Netflix’s new film “Baramulla,” co-written by Aditya Dhar and Aditya Suhas Jambhale, and directed by Jambhale, delves into the complex realities of Kashmir, blending real-world concerns of militancy with supernatural elements in a story reminiscent of “The Haunting of Hill House.”
The film follows DSP Ridwan Shafi Sayyed (Manav Kaul), a police officer transferred to Baramulla to investigate the disappearance of six schoolboys. Ridwan, burdened by his own PTSD, suspects militant involvement, believing the boys are being radicalized and groomed for terrorist training. He moves to Baramulla with his wife, Gulnaar, and their two children, Noorie and Ayaan, their move is not as welcoming as they expect it to be.
The family struggles to adjust to their new life in a renovated house with a dark past, where hidden secrets and unexplained occurrences begin to surface. The white tulip, traditionally a symbol of love and beauty, takes on a sinister meaning in “Baramulla,” representing dread and darkness.
While the film grapples with sensitive topics like the plight of Kashmiri Pandits and the impact of conflict on families, it occasionally becomes convoluted, particularly towards the hurried climax. The film explores the psychological toll of trauma on individuals and families navigating a conflict zone.
Produced by Aditya Dhar, “Baramulla” offers a sensitive portrayal of families in Kashmir.
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