A story that stays with you
Jungle Mangal is a director's triumph-an atmospheric thriller that captivates with its layered storytelling and immersive craft. Rakshit Kumar makes a confident directorial debut, delivering a film that's both emotionally resonant and cinematically rich.
Set against the hauntingly beautiful backdrop of the Western Ghats, the film treats its setting as more than just scenery-it becomes an integral part of the narrative's mood and tension. The story unfolds across timelines, slowly unwrapping the emotional complexity of its characters. While a few flashbacks slightly affect the pacing, they ultimately deepen the story's impact.
Performances are a major highlight. Yash Shetty and Harshitha Ramachandra bring raw emotion and intensity to their roles, while Ugramm Manju is a chilling presence as the antagonist. The entire supporting cast is well utilized, with no weak links.
Technically, the film is a visual and auditory treat. The cinematography is lush and evocative, and the background score perfectly complements the film's tone-tense, introspective, and gripping.
Set against the hauntingly beautiful backdrop of the Western Ghats, the film treats its setting as more than just scenery-it becomes an integral part of the narrative's mood and tension. The story unfolds across timelines, slowly unwrapping the emotional complexity of its characters. While a few flashbacks slightly affect the pacing, they ultimately deepen the story's impact.
Performances are a major highlight. Yash Shetty and Harshitha Ramachandra bring raw emotion and intensity to their roles, while Ugramm Manju is a chilling presence as the antagonist. The entire supporting cast is well utilized, with no weak links.
Technically, the film is a visual and auditory treat. The cinematography is lush and evocative, and the background score perfectly complements the film's tone-tense, introspective, and gripping.
- AbhishekH-31
- 7 jul 2025