Sudheer Babu's Jatadhara X Review: Big on Scale, Short on Story!

Nov 07, 2025, 13:31 IST
- Sakshi Post

The highly anticipated supernatural thriller Jatadhara, featuring Sudheer Babu and Sonakshi Sinha, finally hit theatres this week but the response from audiences has been mixed, tilting slightly toward the negative. While some sections of the internet have praised the film’s ambitious concept and visual scale, others feel it falls short of expectations.

Billed as a supernatural entertainer rooted in Indian mythology, Jatadhara tries to blend horror, faith, and folklore into a grand narrative. Viewers appreciated the film’s atmospheric setup and spiritual undertones but were quick to point out inconsistencies in the screenplay and pacing. Several early reactions described the film as “visually impressive but emotionally flat,” while others felt it lacked the edge needed to make a lasting impact.

Sonakshi Sinha, making her Telugu debut, has earned attention for her dark, menacing role, with many calling her performance one of the film’s stronger aspects. Her mysterious portrayal and commanding screen presence have drawn praise even from critics who found the film underwhelming. Sudheer Babu, meanwhile, delivers a sincere performance, though some felt the emotional depth of his character could have been explored further.

A few fans highlighted standout moments, particularly a visually stunning Lord Shiva-inspired sequence, as examples of the film’s creative potential. However, uneven storytelling and occasional VFX lapses have prevented Jatadhara from reaching the high bar it set through its promotional campaign.

While early buzz had labeled Jatadhara a “paisa vasool” supernatural entertainer, the full picture emerging from audiences paints a more balanced view. The film manages to impress visually but struggles to sustain its narrative intensity, leaving many viewers divided on whether it truly delivers the experience it promised.


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