Movie Name: Eesha
Rating: 2.25/5
Cast: Hebah Patel, Adith Arun, Akhil Raj, Siri Hanmanth, Prithvi Babloo and others
Director: Srinivas Manne
Produced By: Pothula Hema Venkateswara Rao
Release Date: 25th December 2025
Starring Hebah Patel and others, “Eesha” is the latest horror thriller from the Telugu film industry. It grabbed everyone’s attention with solid promotions, and the film’s paid premieres received a good response. Now, let’s find out how the film has been shaped in the following review.
Story:
Disturbed by the death of her maid’s daughter due to blind superstitions, Naina (Hebah Patel) and her friends decide to expose fake gurus from different religions who take advantage of people’s fears. Their group focuses on Dr. Adidev (Prithveeraj), a famous neurologist who has become a Swami.
When they confront him, Adidev challenges them to stay in a haunted house for three days to prove that ghosts do not exist. The rest of the story is about what happens in the end.
Performances:
Hebah Patel, Thrigun, Akhil Raj, and Siri Hanumanth play the lead roles. But their characters do not offer much scope for strong performances, except for a few emotional scenes involving Siri. Prithveeraj has a well-written role and delivers a decent performance.
Analysis:
The film is written and directed by Srinivas Manne. It is a proper horror thriller without commercial elements and stays focused on its theme throughout. The opening sequence involving a child is effective.
The scenes where Naina and her friends expose fake Swamis are handled reasonably well. The film becomes more engaging with the introduction of Dr. Adidev’s character. A small accident that occurs around the same time and later turns into a major conflict is also well narrated. Although there are no strong jump scares or intense thrills in the first half, the film manages to hold the viewer’s interest.
But the film loses momentum once the group enters the haunted house. The usual horror sounds and scare tactics fail to create the desired impact. The emotional moments between the characters are also weak. The makers rely heavily on the twist near the climax. If viewers figure it out early, it may not impress them, but for those who do not see it coming, it can be surprising.
Positives:
- Few Well-Executed Jump Scares
- Background Score
- Effective Dialogues in a Few Places
Negatives:
- Silly/Irritating Characterizations
- Routine Thrills/Horror Parts
- Not So Striking Twist at the end
Eesha Review and Verdict:
Overall, Eesha is a sincere attempt at making a true horror thriller with a few notable scenes. However, the film’s overall effect remains average, as it fails to consistently deliver strong thrills or effective jump scares.
Shivaji VS Anasuya
Actor Shivaji’s recent comments on heroines’ dressing have sparked a major controversy in Tollywood, and while several actors and actresses have already reacted to the issue, actress Anasuya Bharadwaj has stood out with her firm and outspoken stance. Anasuya, who has already responded twice to Shivaji’s remarks, has now released another video on social media, strongly criticizing him. The video has gone viral and is currently a hot topic online.
Shivaji recently told the media that he did not make any comments targeting Anasuya and claimed that she unnecessarily involved herself in the controversy. This statement reportedly angered Anasuya. Responding sharply, she said, “Mr. Shivaji, I am saying this politely. I do not need your help at all. I know very well how to protect myself.” She further stated that she has the support of her husband and close friends and does not require any so-called ‘support’ from outsiders.
Anasuya responds strongly to the comments of Shivaji
“We are not children. We know our rights. Let us live our lives the way we choose,” Anasuya asserted. She added that if anyone genuinely feels that heroines are facing difficulties, they should instead educate young men about respecting women. Making comments about women’s clothing, she said, is completely inappropriate.
Anasuya also hinted that the controversy will not end here. She revealed that she plans to send legal notices not only to those who made inappropriate remarks about her but also to the “elder gentleman” who spoke during a press meet. She made it clear that she is prepared to pursue legal action if necessary.
Mixed Reactions in the Industry regarding Shivaji and Anasuya’s Controversy
The controversy has drawn mixed reactions within Tollywood. Actress Nidhhi Agerwal indirectly supported Anasuya through a social media post, stating, “Blaming the victims themselves is often mistaken for intelligence.” Meanwhile, Shivaji has already issued an apology to women, admitting that some of the words he used were inappropriate.