Our Rating: 7.5/10 ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐½
| Movie | Ghabadkund |
|---|---|
| Release Date | 19 June 2026 |
| Genre | Fantasy Horror, Action Adventure, Suspense Thriller |
| Director | Pritam SK Patil |
| Cast | Sandeep Pathak, Devdatta Nage, Kushal Badrike, Prajakta Hanamghar, Shashank Shende |
| Language | Marathi |
Ghabadkund arrives in theatres today as the first film in what is being positioned as the Marathi cinematic universe. Directed by Pritam SK Patil, it attempts to blend suspense, horror, action and folklore in a single package.
The cast includes Sandeep Pathak, Devdatta Nage, Kushal Badrike and Prajakta Hanamghar in prominent roles. The story follows an outsider who finds himself caught in a series of strange events in a remote village.
These incidents slowly pull him toward long-buried secrets connected to the legend of Ghabadkund. The film mixes mystery with moments of tension and larger-than-life elements without relying on jump scares alone.
Early reactions shared on X and other platforms show a largely positive response from those who watched the first shows. Several viewers have called it a film that “delivers bigggg” and praised it as a strong start for Marathi cinema’s universe-building effort.
The suspense and scale have been appreciated, along with the lead performances that bring intensity to the central conflict. At the same time, many are pointing out the limited number of shows in multiplexes as a major disappointment.
Fans feel a film with this kind of ambition deserves more screens, especially in Maharashtra, and some are actively asking cinema chains to increase shows. The movie should appeal to audiences who enjoy folklore-tinged thrillers and are open to regional cinema trying something bigger in scope.
Its main strength lies in the intriguing premise and the sincere attempt to create a larger world. On the weaker side, the current theatrical availability may frustrate viewers who want to watch it comfortably on the big screen right away.
If you can find a convenient show, it is worth experiencing in theatres to support this kind of ambitious regional project. Otherwise, it can be added to the watchlist for its eventual streaming release.
Final Verdict: Ghabadkund makes a confident and ambitious start to the Marathi cinematic universe. Early audience feedback suggests it succeeds in delivering suspense and scale for most viewers who have seen it. Limited screen count remains the biggest practical hurdle, but the film itself looks like a step in the right direction for Marathi cinema and is worth watching where shows are available.
Disclaimer: This review is based on publicly available audience reactions and discussions on X at the time of writing. Individual opinions may vary.
