**3. Surprise-released last Friday, this period horror-folk thriller has divided audiences but is pulling in massive collections. Set in the high ranges of the 1990s, it follows a team of anthropologists who awaken a vengeful spirit. Stunning visuals and a haunting performance by Anaswara Rajan make it a unique theatrical experience. Heads-up: The first 20 minutes are slow, but the final act is pure chaos.
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**1. Still holding strong in its second week, this investigative thriller has become the talk of the town. Directed by a debutant, the film follows a suspended cop (played with gritty intensity by a career-best Joju George) who unofficially investigates a missing persons case that leads him to a dark web of cybercrime. Critics are praising its taut screenplay and a shocking climax that has audiences gasping. Verdict: A must-watch for thriller lovers. Stunning visuals and a haunting performance by Anaswara