Kakuda: Release date, Plot and Movie Review

Kakuda is a 2024 Hindi-language comedy horror film directed by Aditya Sarpotdar and produced by Ronnie Screwvala under RSVP Movies. The Film stars Riteish Deshmukh, Sonakshi Sinha. The film revolves around a cursed town trapped in time, where three of its inhabitants encounter a ghost that challenges their beliefs about superstition, tradition, and love.

Plot

Kakuda” is a comedy and horror Movie about the cursed village of Ratodi. The plot centers around three main characters who encounter a ghost that forces them to confront deeply held superstitions and traditions. Riteish Deshmukh plays Victor, a quirky and humorous character, while Sonakshi Sinha portrays Indira, a rational woman who believes in science but is challenged by supernatural occurrences. Saqib Saleem plays Sunny, who joins them in their eerie yet comedic journey.

The story unfolds as the trio tries to uncover the mystery behind the curse that has trapped their village in time. Throughout their adventure, they face various spooky yet humorous situations that test their beliefs and courage. The film aims to strike a balance between horror and comedy, providing both scares and laughs. As they delve deeper into the village’s history and the ghost’s motives, they learn valuable lessons about love, tradition, and breaking free from outdated.

Direction and Writers

Aditya Sarpotdar’s direction effectively balances the comedic and horror elements, ensuring that neither overshadows the other. The writing by Chirag Garg and Avinash Dwivedi is sharp, with witty dialogues and well-crafted scares that keep the audience engaged.

Overall Review

Kakuda is an enjoyable film that offers a fresh take on horror-comedy, with standout performances, engaging direction, and a thoughtful narrative. It successfully balances scare and laughs, making it a must-watch for fans of the genre.

Time of India: 2/5, Gadgets 360: 3.1/5

Critics: 3/5

Genre: Horror/Comedy

Duration: 1h 54min

Release date: 12 July, 2024

Language: Hindi

OTT Release date: Na

OTT Platform: ZEE 5

Director: Aditya Sarpotdar

Cast: Riteish Deshmukh, Sonakshi Sinha, Saqib Saleem

Writers: Avinash Dwivedi

Producers: Ronnie Screwvala