Sonu Besra

## Munjya: Spooky Fun with a Few Fumbles Munjya, directed by Aditya Sarpotdar, is a horror-comedy that takes you on a wild ride through the creepy-cool Konkan countryside. It's inspired by Indian folklore, so get ready for some thrills with a dash of spooky! **Love Potion Gone Wrong** The story starts way back in 1952 with a dude named Gotya. He tries some dark magic to win over Munni, an older girl he likes. Big mistake! It all backfires and Gotya kicks the bucket. But since he died within 10 days of his coming-of-age ceremony, he becomes a restless spirit named Munjya, stuck haunting a tree. **Fast Forward to Now** Fast forward to present day, and Munjya latches onto Gotya's descendant, Bittu (played by Abhay Verma). Munjya is still obsessed with marrying Munni and finding peace. But here's the twist: he sets his sights on Bittu's girlfriend, Bela (Sharvari). Cue the laughs (and maybe some screams) as Bittu tries to save himself and Bela from Munjya's clutches. **Funny Takes Over Scary** The movie starts off with a creepy vibe, but the jokes tend to take over the scares. The second half gets a little goofy with stuff like spirit-swapping and a hilarious godman (S Sathyaraj) helping Bittu out. **Pretty Pictures, Not-So-Scary Monster** The camerawork by Saurabh Goswami is awesome, capturing both the beauty and creepiness of the Konkan forests and ruins. Light and shadows keep you on edge, and there are a few jump scares to get your heart racing. The CGI for Munjya is pretty cool – he kind of looks like Gollum from Lord of the Rings. But when Munjya starts possessing other characters later on, it gets more funny than scary. **Great Acting, Subtle Message** Abhay Verma is hilarious as Bittu, perfectly showing both his fear and his funny side. Sharvari is great too as Bela. Plus, supporting actors like Mona Singh and S Sathyaraj are super memorable. Just like movies like "Stree" and "Bhediya," Munjya sneaks in a message about consent in relationships. The story might leave some loose ends, and things slow down a bit in the second half. But overall, it's an entertaining ride with a cool atmosphere, lots of laughs, and fun performances. Perfect for anyone who wants a light-hearted horror-comedy with a youthful energy. Oh, and don't forget to stick around after the credits for a surprise!