This time, Tumbbad is back to relive the haunting fable in theatres
Get ready to have your spine thrilled, as this critically acclaimed horror film is called Tumbbad and is preparing for a rerelease to theaters on September 13, 2024. In fact, the film really does seem to have attained some sort of cult status since its release in 2018, as its creepy storytelling and striking visuals continue to haunt the storytellers. The rerelease gave old and new viewers the opportunity once more to be immersed into its dark and atmospheric world.
Return of the Cult
All that the team had to say on ‘Gram to announce this news. Along with the announcement came a new poster which literally captured the ombre of the film just right. Picture below, for instance, is described as a representation of the lead character-protagonist-Vinayak Rao who walks in one night with dark and ominous lighting with a lantern in his hand and carrying his young son. It is indicated that this dangerous and supernatural journey both the son and father will be involved in to find the hidden treasure from a malignant entity named Hastar.
Creative Minds of Tumbbad
Helmed by Rahi Anil Barve, Tumbbad has been hailed as the visionary horror storyteller. The creative direction is by Anand Gandhi, and its co-director is Adesh Prasad. They collectively wrote the screenplays based on a story by Mitesh Shah, Prasad, Barve, and Gandhi. This masterpiece is from filmmakers Sohum Shah, Aanand L Rai, Mukesh Shah, and Amita Shah, who have played a very crucial role in bringing alive something that has never been told.
The Greedy Tale and Obsession of Fortune Tellers
Tumbbad is the epitome of a fable that depicts greed and to what extent people go to achieve it. Set in the early 20th century in a village named Tumbbad, this place is replete with myths and mystery. Vinayak Rao plays the protagonist smitten with a fictitious treasure hiding within the precincts of Tumbbad village. He then stumbles upon Hastar, a cursed god and guardian of the treasure, right at the moment he embarks on his extremely dangerous venture. As the story unfolds into Vinayak’s ever-increasing obsession and moral decline, the tale of the right greedy intent and corruption narrates what price one has to pay for unchecked ambition.
Set against the backdrop of a rain-soaked, decaying village, with atmospheric visuals and eerie sound design, it transports the viewers to a world surreal yet terribly real. Much in resemblance with the indigenous blend of Indian folklore and the universally extrapolated human greed, Tumbbad carves a voice for itself within the genre and turns the movie into an avant-garde work speaking to people all over the world.
Awards and Critical Acclaim
Upon its release, 2018 became quite a critical acclaim for Tumbbad in terms of storytelling, direction, and technical features. It won three of the biggest categories at the 64th Filmfare Awards out of eight nominations: Best Cinematography, Best Art Direction, and Best Sound Design. These hint toward the greatness of the film in creating a visually and aurally strong experience for its audiences even minutes after the credits roll.
Why Tumbbad Demands a Repeat Viewing The fact that the movie re-released in theatres spoke volumes about its sustained impact and a yearning among fans to watch the movie big screen once again. For those viewers who missed it at the time, well, here’s an opportunity to catch this movie in its originally intended format-sumptuous visuals with a haunting background score that lifts the experience. For the returning fan, it’s a new look through the lens of revisiting a story in perfect harmony with myth, horror, and human folly.
That melding of horror and Indian mythology made it rare merchandise of cinema. It’s also an indication that strength in storytelling-how a well-crafted story can cut through cultural barriers yet touch on human universalism. The themes of greed and how an individual’s actions are answerable to the consequences, too, remain relevant today as they were during the early 20th century. This makes Tumbbad timeless art.
A Must-Watch for Horror Aficionados
More than a year from its release, Tumbbad is all set to strike terror afresh. A promise of something different-whether you are an avid horror fan or an amateur in the genre, Tumbbad has it all. The haunted feel of the imagery, the riveting narrative, and deep philosophical undertones have many reasons to ensure that the movie will haunt long after the final scene fades to black.
So, mark your calendars now for September 13, 2024, and get ready to plunge deep into the darkly eerie world of Tumbbad. This is one journey into darkness you would not want to miss.
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