''Jarann'' is a 2025 Indian

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-language psychological thriller film written and directed by Hrishikesh Gupte. Produced by Anees Bazmee Productions, A & N Cinema's LLP, and A3 Events & Media Services, and stars

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, Jyoti Malshe, and Avanee Joshi. The film was theatrically released on June 6, 2025, in theaters across India, ''Jarann'' explores themes of psychological turmoil, black magic, and ancient superstitions set in a remote village. The film is praised for its storytelling and performances, particularly by Subhash, and its story.

Cast

as Radha **Durva Deodhar as young Radha *

as Ganguti *

as Dr. Dhananjay Kulkarni, Radha's childhood psychiatrist *Jyoti Malshe as Dr. Rashmi Pandit, Radha's current psychiatrist *Avanee Joshi as Saie, Radha's daughter *Amruta Modak as Revati *Rajan Bhise as Radha's father *Vikram Gailwad as Shekhar, Radha's husband *Seema Deshmukh as Radha's mother *Prajakta Datar as Priyanka *Dhananjay Sardeshpande as Upadhye Guruji *Rama Nadgauda as Priyanka's mother *Vaishali Rajeghatge as Raut Kaku *Shrikant Prabhudesai as Kaka *Vedant Prabhudesai as RRadh's cousin *

Rasika Joshi Rasika Joshi (12 September 1972 – 7 July 2011) was a Marathi cinema, Marathi and Hindi film actress. A Marathi theatre and Indian television actress, she was known for ''Maharashtrians, Maharashtrian'' roleplays in Bollywood films. Career She ...

as Rasika *Snehal Shidam as the house help *

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in a special appearance in the song "Jarann" *

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in a special appearance in the song "Jarann"

Marketing and release

The trailer launch event was held on 23 May 2025 in

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. ''Jarann'' was released on June 6, 2025, in theaters.

Reception

Critical response

''Jarann'' received generally positive reviews for its performances, direction, and atmospheric tension, though some criticized its slow pacing and unclear ending.

's portrayal of Radha was widely praised, with '' Scroll.in'' calling her "terrified, terrifying, and terrific," highlighting her ability to convey complex emotions. Aarti Borade of '' TV9 Marathi'' wrote "The story of the film, though simple, is very deep while cinematography and background music make the film more terrifying, but the lack of VFX is annoying at some places." Sameer Jawale of ''

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'' praised performances by

(Radha) and Anita Date (Ganguti), music, cinematography and a gripping climax with two surprising twists. Kalpeshraj Kubal of ''

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'' rated 3 stars out of 5 stars and describes ''Jarann'' as a slow-starting film that accelerates into a gripping, psychologically complex horror experience. It uses subtle hints and metaphors, with a disjointed narrative and abrupt character exits, making it unconventional. Ideal for fans of psychoanalytic horror, it may not appeal to those expecting a typical horror movie." Anupama Gunde of ''

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'' rated 4 stars out of 5 stars and wrote "If the film had shed light on the motives and mindset of the character who practices black magic like Ganguti, this film would have been more gripping."

Box office

The film earned ₹3.5 crore in twelve days. By the end of third week it earned ₹6 crore. In twenty four days the film collected ₹6.51 crore.

References

External links

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