Thu Dec 25 13:50:00 UTC 2025: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Telugu Horror Thriller “Eesha” Fails to Deliver on Promised Chills
Hyderabad, India – December 25, 2025 – “Eesha,” the Telugu horror thriller starring Adith Arun, Hebah Patel, Akhil Raj, and Siri Hanmanth, released in theaters today to lukewarm reception. Early reviews, including a 2.5/5 rating from 123telugu.com, suggest the film falls short of its promise to deliver a consistently haunting experience.
Directed by Srinivas Manne and produced by KL Damodar Prasad, “Eesha” centers on four friends who challenge a fraudulent godman, Aadhi Dev (Prithveeraj), by spending three nights in a haunted house. Their goal is to prove the non-existence of spirits. While the film aims to convey a unique message through the horror genre, critics argue that its execution is flawed.
“The sound design attempts to create a horror atmosphere,” notes the 123telugu.com review, “but the scenes lack weight.” The review also points out that the movie’s plot is old-school, and the narration is slow.
Performances from the cast are described as “adequate,” with no standout performances. The climax offers some clarity regarding the titular character “Eesha,” but the overall buildup fails to justify the reveal.
“The promotions created high expectations, which the movie unfortunately did not meet,” says the 123telugu.com review. The film relies heavily on jump scares and loud sound effects that ultimately prove ineffective.
The technical aspects of the film, including cinematography (Santosh Sanamoni), background score (RR Dhruvan), and sound design, are considered underutilized. “The writing is weak and leaves several questions unanswered,” the review concludes, suggesting that stronger writing and more honest marketing could have significantly improved the film’s impact.
Overall, “Eesha” is being labeled a mediocre horror outing that fails to engage most viewers, despite serviceable performances from the cast. Moviegoers seeking genuine scares may find themselves disappointed.
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