Karma

'Karma', directed by Anupam Patnaik, breathes new life into Odia cinema, presenting a mix of gripping storytelling, stellar performances, and a soundtrack that packs a punch. As a fan of Anubhav Mohanty, my excitement for this film was inevitable, but the movie transcends mere star appeal to deliver a truly engaging experience. Manas Padhiary's writing ensures that the narrative is both tight and full of unexpected turns, keeping the audience on edge until the credits roll.

Wishing Anubhav, Suryamayee, Choudhury Jayaprakash Das, Sanoj, Divya, Manmay, and Nishant immense success and accolades for their stellar performances in Karma-may this film be a milestone in your already shining careers, taking each of you to new heights of stardom and recognition!

One of the film's strongest aspects is its grounded, realistic approach, a refreshing deviation from the more fantastical elements often seen in regional cinema. The plot unravels through a series of well-crafted twists, making each development feel earned. Ashish Pradhan's background score enhances this with a South Indian flair, adding an intensity to key scenes that raises the stakes, especially in moments of high emotion. The dance numbers, meanwhile, are vibrant and catchy, already taking social media by storm and securing their place in the wider pop culture conversation. The comedy is another standout, with natural humor that feels authentic to everyday life, giving the film a relatable, lived-in quality.

However, despite these strengths, the movie stumbles a bit in the first half. The pacing before the intermission feels sluggish at times, and the central concept of karma could have been explored with a bit more finesse. The action sequences, while entertaining, could have been more meaningfully tied to the theme, showing the karmic justice at play in a deeper, more nuanced way. Scenes that linked the criminals' fates to their past wrongdoings, especially in connection to the personal lives of the police officers, could have enhanced the emotional depth. A more detailed exploration of the mystery, particularly around the murder weapon and the death it caused, might have added even more intrigue. A postmortem scene that raised doubts or added layers to the case would have been a welcome addition-perhaps something to be explored in a potential sequel, Karma II.

That being said, "Karma" is still a must-watch. Its flaws are minor compared to the larger success of the film as a whole, and I look forward to watching it again. How about you? Have you seen it yet? If not, it's worth your time!

KARMA An Odia Movie Directed By National Award Winner Mr. Anupam Patnaik And Produced By His Wife Mrs. Barsha Patnaik. The First Half Of The Movie Was Good As The Second Half Was A Madness By The Director. Movie Direction, Acting, Cinematography, Colour Grading, Editing Was Top-Notch. There Was A Scene Before Interval Which Gives You Goosebumps For Sure. Especially The Last 40 To 45 Minutes Of The Movie Was Absolute Outclass Your Mind With It's Suspense And Thriller. A Big Clap For Anubhav Mohanty For That Badass Acting. Just OMG. Although It's A Over 2 And Half An Hour Movie But Trust Me You Never Get Bored. Kudos To The Entire Team Of KARMA For Making Such A Fabulous Movie For Us. Hope It'll Also Release In Hindi And Other Language As Well And Yes Don't Skip The Post Credit Scene. Waiting For The Next One. 😀

"KARMA" is a gripping thriller that stands out as one of the best Odia films in recent years. The story keeps you engaged with suspense and unexpected twists, though it feels a bit lengthy at times. The character William D'Souza is the highlight of the movie, with his powerful performance (special in interval) leaving a lasting impression. The background music is exceptional, enhancing the tension and adding depth to key moments. Despite its length, "Karma" delivers a thrilling experience, making it a must-watch for fans of the genre. This film is a significant step forward for the Odia industry. In the last this the fresh content.

A Masterpiece in odia cinema history. Highly recommended. Anupam and Anubhav a deadly combination. The level of suspense and thriller elements throughout the movie will keep you hooked and booked. The BGM was so good which adds a cherry on the cake. Each and every character of the movie was justified properly and director have utilized them extremely well. Apart from superstar Anubhav. Jayprakash Choudhary sir have stolen the show in the Interval and climax. Lead actres Suryamayee was also good in her role as well as new upcomers like Manmay and Sanoj. The second actress Divya plays a short role but that portion was not required. Watch and support odia cinema.

Those who always say, Odia films are not upto standards, and are always a copy of Tamil or Hindi films, please go and watch KARMA.

It's a gripping thriller movie about "karma and karma ra phala".

Story Highlights - * Gripping screenplay * 1 plot twist pre interval * 3 plot twists in last 30 minutes (Don't leave in a hurry. The twists just keep coming till the last reel.)

Acting Highlights - * Amazing ensemble cast - the guys who play the cops, and the 1 veteran stage actor who plays the graveyard caretaker * Anubhav Mohanty - usual super star style befitting his fandom expectations (as usual some may think he is a bit overacting at times). But you cannot deny his amazing screen presence and personality

Production Highlights- * Amazing direction and camera angles * the background music is it's super strength, which elevated every scene * locations - shot mainly in and around Twin City (including a Church at Cantonment Road Cuttack) are amazing

Songs - * Amazing music by new music director * 2 chartbuster songs

If anyone has ever had any complaint about Odia film standards up until now, then please go and watch Karma. Your perception will change.

BTW this movie is Produced and Directed by Anupam Pattnaik, who earlier produced a 2023 National Award winning movie.