Phobia - Critics reviews
DNA India says the first half is gripping and Radhika Apte makes Mehak's fear believable. The film creates effective scares without depending on conventional ghosts and horror cliches.
Go to Full ReviewHindustan Times says the film is scary, fast moving and intelligent, while also carrying ideas about women's fears and social pressures. Radhika Apte's powerful performance is its biggest strength.
Go to Full ReviewKoimoi says strong storytelling and Radhika Apte's performance make the film gripping and worth watching. The second half and abstract climax are its main weaknesses.
Go to Full ReviewBollywoodLife says Radhika Apte is terrific and the first half creates genuine fear, but the stretched and confusing second half prevents the film from becoming a great psychological thriller.
Go to Full ReviewBollywood Hungama says the film is a taut psychological thriller with an intriguing screenplay and an outstanding performance from Radhika Apte. Its unusual subject may appeal mainly to a niche audience.
Go to Full ReviewNews18 says the film rests on Radhika Apte, who gives a nuanced and convincing performance. The unusual thriller keeps surprising the viewer and works because of her strong central act.
Go to Full ReviewThe Times of India says the film creates fear without relying on standard horror tricks, while Radhika Apte makes Mehak's terror convincing. Some second half logic problems remain, but the thriller stays effective.
Go to Full ReviewIndia TV News says the film creates genuine fear through its psychological setup and tense atmosphere. Radhika Apte’s strong performance makes the disturbing story convincing and effective.
Go to Full ReviewIndia Today says the film is clever, unpredictable and genuinely frightening. Radhika Apte is terrifyingly good and carries the psychological thriller with a highly committed performance.
Go to Full ReviewThe Indian Express says the film is a smart and genuinely scary psychological thriller. Radhika Apte is excellent and keeps the viewer involved even when a few scenes lose focus.
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