The Vvaan Review: Sidharth Malhotra's Folk Thriller Stumbles Under Weight Of Myths
· Entertainment · India Today, Pinkvilla
The Vvaan: Force of the Forest follows a grieving couple, Rishi and Mamta, as they return to their ancestral village of Devanchal for Chhath Puja and a family land dispute. Six years after losing an unborn baby, rationalist Rishi and his wife confront a local legend where unnatural forces are trapped inside a sacred forest guarded by Van Devi. While the premise offers an emotionally rich backdrop blending faith and superstition, the film's crowded plotting and uneven execution dilute its impact. Directed in a fertile mythological landscape, the narrative explores whether supernatural rules governing the village hold any scientific truth.
Why it matters
Bollywood's exploration of regional folklore and mythological thrillers shapes audience reception for high-profile theatrical releases featuring major stars.
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