‘Churuli’ film Review: Jab Horror, Science Fiction and Confusion become a dreadful experience

These days, the craze of horror and thriller films is increasing rapidly in the audience. Especially on OTT, content and brain -playing content is being well liked. The success of films like ‘Stree’, ‘Chori’, ‘Tumbad’ has given this genre a new identity. Meanwhile, if you want to see something different and shocking the mind, the Malayalam horror film ‘Churuli’ can be a perfect choice for you.

‘Churuli’: A scary journey full of complications

The word ‘Churuli’ means confusion. And as the name, it is also its story – full of uncertainty and uncertainties. The film was released in 2021 and is still in the discussion due to its unique storyline. This film, directed by Legey Jose Pelisari and based on the short story of Vinoy Thomas, has everything that a true cinematographer needs – Dar, mystery, and an experience that shakes you deeply.

The unique story and plot of the film

The story begins with two undercover policemen who are on a mission to catch a dangerous fugitive. This mission takes them to a mysterious forest, where everything is strange. The people there behave unknowingly and strange, as they are residents of another world. Gradually the story takes turns when the two policemen find themselves trapped in a time loop.

Every time the same incidents happen in different ways. Something like someone is playing with them. This is the combination of science fiction and mystery takes this film to a different level.

Actors’ performance and film effect

The film has veteran actors like Vinay Fort, Chambon Vinod Jose, Jujo George, who bring the film very close to the reality with their acting. It is not just performance, but the entire film creates an atmosphere in which the audience feels lost in the same forest. Camera work, location and background scores together increase that fear and confusion manifold.

The scenes of the film and their shocking effects

There are many scenes in ‘Churuli’ that make you completely shocked. Something is hidden in each scene-sometimes hint, sometimes mystery, sometimes fear. The combination of dark humor and suspense in the film makes it even more different.

If you try to understand every scene carefully, then this film becomes worth watching again and again, because something new looks every time.

IMDB rating and comparison to other movies

The film has received a good rating of 7/10 on IMDB. Critics have described it as more mature and deep film than popular films like ‘Stree’. This film is perfectly suitable for those who want to see something different from traditional horror films, forced to think something.

Box office and streaming details

The budget of this film was around 3 crores and it earned around 6 crores at the box office. This was a big thing at that time because the film was engaged in a limited time in theaters. But the real popularity has been found on OTT-now the film is available on Sony Liv and tops the list of horror-thriller lovers.