Andhera

The plot is not that super exciting and the series lack a bit but it is good in bits nd pieces as the acting of the cast is good but story doesn't hold that much.

The chemistry between prajakta and the main lead actor is really good also the supporting role of the actors are also good but story needs to be more shining.

The show starts strong-Surveen Chawla steals every scene, and Prajakta Koli holds up alright-but honestly, the rest of the cast feels weak. It's inspired by Stranger Things vibes, and the creepy mood and visuals in early episodes are great. But it slows down, piles on subplots, and ends without a satisfying conclusion. Still, I binge-watched the whole thing in a day. Better than most OTT horror attempts.

Well, they've clearly tried to give Stranger Things an Indian touch, but after watching so many Hollywood series in this genre, this one just doesn't match up. The main character feels dull and unconvincing. There are unnecessary scenes (like the forced lesbian subplot) that add nothing to the story.

The dialogues are poorly written - one moment the character is speaking English, and the very next line in Hindi. At least maintain some consistency. The mix of sci-fi and horror just doesn't blend well here.

On the positive side, the visual effects and VFX are impressive - no doubt about that. Sadly, good visuals can't save weak storytelling.

Andhera is a mood-rich, visually arresting supernatural thriller that starts strong with psychological complexity and an evocative setting. Its performances-especially by Priya Bapat and Prajakta Koli-anchor the show even as some threads become scattered. Pranay Pachauri, though playing a quieter role, contributes a moody resonance that's essential to the story's eerie pull.

It would have been far more compelling and apt if the series had revolved around a four-dimensional central theme, using the same subplots, visual effects, and settings:

1. Andhera - the darkness of depression, born from the hidden guilt within a person.

2. How it slowly grips and engulfs an individual.

3. How a few unscrupulous people exploit this vulnerability.

4. And finally, the only way out - to confront it with the inner light that can dispel even the darkest shadows of the past.

If you appreciate slow-burn horror with a touch of noir and are patient with pacing and narrative detours, Andhera is worth immersing yourself in. Just temper expectations for neat resolutions-and enjoy the ambiance.

Andhera is an exquisitely crafted sci-fi horror series that transcends its genre trappings with intelligent writing and a deft balance of suspense, spectacle, and soul. The show weaves a captivating blend of fantasy and horror, all underpinned by a profound social message that lingers long after the credits roll. Philosophical undertones are interlaced seamlessly into the narrative, prompting reflection while never slowing the momentum.

The plot is a rollercoaster of tension and intrigue, while a few twists are gratifyingly foreshadowed, several arrive with spine-tingling unpredictability. Performances across the board are stellar, but Surveen Chawla delivers a magnetic portrayal that anchors the emotional core of the series. The visual effects are commendable, with CGI that enhances rather than distracts, and the jump scares are well-timed, eliciting genuine jolts instead of cheap tricks.

I pressed play intending to sample the first episode, only to find myself eight episodes deep, watching dawn break outside my window. "Andhera" is not just binge-worthy, it's binge-compelling. A rare piece of genre television that engages both the mind and the senses.