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It shows some dark secrets of society that was never covered. I was stunned by the violence. I feel that raising issues and expressing messages through films is a very good thing, of course, with guidance, because not everyone is able to filter information properly.

It's rare to see a slasher thriller that is this grounded especially in Indian films. The actors looked like real people and spoke in multiple languages instead of all of them speaking Hindi like how it would be in a state like Maharashtra that it kept taking me out of the film because how much Bollywood has been faking with its perfect Hindi for so long. The fact that this is based on a true story is not so much of a surprise nowadays if we follow the national news but it's still gruesome and despicable.

Just watch it. It's bold and will keep you hooked until the very last minute. Not even a single dull moment. HOWEVER, it is very disturbing and graphic.

Loved this unique venture in Indian cinema. I started watching the movie with very less expectation as it with almost every Indian horror/thriller movie. But this went beyond expectation. The cinematography, the character building, the execution of story, acting everything is sheer class. I see many here who doesn't even has the taste for these kind of movies giving bad ratings. For them I can only say one thing that you all deserve those bogus saas-bahu content.

The most disturbing movie of 2020. Cannot imagine such a briliant movie performance to screenplay everything seems to be perfect.hatsoff to Sony LIV. After scam 1992 this movie is a very good one

This movie is slasher & psychological horror. This according to me is totally a fresh concept untouched by Bollywood. This movie in afraid to showcase the reality. The type of feminism and dirty patriarchal society shown in the movie is tremendous. This must be watched.

Nothing to comment on story as it is from true case, but the way they focused on Tilak, Kalawa, geeta, krishna, gods in background I thought it might link with the killer, but as usual it is a agenda driven movie, all those things was unnecessary for story but director paid great details to link it to Hinduism, if real crime was actually linked with gods or religion than I am fine with this.

Pretty good. Somewhat reminded me of Tobe Hooper's 1978 horror classic THE TEXAS CHAINSAW MASSACRE but little less gritty or raw and without any chainsaw or machete wielding maniacs. Liked the way they didn't try to right away rip off TCM, instead built a disturbing, yet relatable, well executed horror film that includes contexts like patriarchy, child abuse & dysfunctional family dynamics with Indian settings & characters.

A really unique story, keeps one engrossed for the whole time. If not for the highly illogical moments in the beginning, a great thriller.

If you don't know the real story. Then this movie is our of box for you... Based on real story. This movie contains lot of suspense... In the beginning I thought you'd movie is horror movie but it is not. Just wanna say must watch and learn something.

Though I am not a big fan of slasher flicks, Welcome Home really impressed me in many ways. There may be hundreds of such movies in Hollywood like this but only a handful movies are like this back home, and Welcome Home definitely is among the top 5 in that genre. The disclaimer at the teaser made me giggle, thinking that it is a marketing ploy, but this movie definitely needs one as it is definitely not for the light/Kind hearted. Lots of things add up since it's based on true events.

Screenplay and pacing was great to get us into the groove of the storyline. The director's ace storytelling leaves us on the edge of the seat for a good part of the first hour. Production design, makeup and costumes was excellent. Music and editing though generally good were a little patchy in a few places. Cinematography was very decent. Acting levels were surprisingly good by the two female leads throughout the movie. One has to really appreciate the producers to put money on such a subject, in a country like India.

Overall, a gritty and eerie movie throughout, which springs up surprises time and again. Yes, it is riddled with some logical loopholes, but which slasher movie isn't? Need thrills and frills watch this movie with volume turned up in a dimly lit room late night, the sound alone will do a lot of things in our heads. Not suitable for family viewing or for young viewers. For maximum effect better watch it late night with full sound. 6.8/10 stars.

Pathetic, slow and boring Film. The two heroines are dumb. Writer, producer and director wants to create "wrong turn effect" but they miserably failed. Don't waste your time to watch, rest is your choice..

Really scary and disturbing , movie has many plots where your heart stops for moment, In Indian movie you dont see this quite often , remarkable acting by all the star cast , must watch for horror lovers , will give you goosebumps for sure

What a masterpiece. Great acting by all of the actors.

It is much better than any other movies in Indian horror / thriller movie

No masala, no reel life dialogues, just a reality. Because in real life, when someone in trouble, they fear, they shout, they think but no sit to make dialogues. This is a master piece where reality actually depicted how one can work in all odd conditions. There is no hero / Superman/ fully strengthen in real life n we need to work on our own strength. A thought with touching reality...

Slasher films are a rarity in India. And it's only in India that you'll see a giant warning on a slasher film's poster saying the film isn't for the faint-hearted. That warning holds true to those audiences who don't know the existence of the genre in international cinema. Welcome Home is the closest it can get to the Indianized version of Tobe Hooper's cult classic - The Texas Chainsaw Massacre (1974) - minus the latter's all-out brutality. Two government school teachers doing census duty end up at an isolated house where a family with sinister secrets resides.

Now, if I were to analyze Welcome Home as a first-time viewer exposed to slashers, I'd now be praising it to the skies for its grittiness, gore, and strong performances. The Pushkar Mahabal directorial (written by Ankita Narang) also adds patriarchal layers to the lives of the lead characters Anuja (Kashmira Irani), Neha (Swarda Thigle), and Prerna (Tina Bhatia), making a strong statement against it. While two of the women are forcibly held against their will, the third has lost her sense of free will. There are at least a couple of bad decisions made by the leads that they obviously regret later.

However, the violence isn't held back one bit. It's showcased in all its menacing glory, and blood is shed more times than you can count. While the leads are effective, I found Akshita Arora's (who plays the matriarch of the house, Leela) presence (and stares) the most disconcerting. Boloram Das (who plays the lecherous house-help Bhola) is also solid. What can also be regarded as a positive is how the women (especially Anuja) choose to fight back against this oppressive family of murderers, instead of waiting to be rescued. It's a pretty satisfying finale that Welcome Home has to offer, be it in terms of creating a gory mess as well as (some level of) closure for its leads.

The first 30-40 minutes of the film (especially, the 'initial visit' scene) is when the unnerving terror feels palpable. The house looks creepy even during the day, with the musical score making it a little too apparent. In that stretch, there's very little dialogue, but that the family has some twisted secrets is evident. It's when the duo visits the house the second time around that things get a little predictable. It's all thrilling and enjoyable for slasher fanatics regardless, and I'm glad such a film has come out of the Hindi film industry. However, I won't rate it more than 3 stars since I'm not new to slashers, and there's still a long way to go till we get a true cult classic in the genre.

Great Attempt, based on true reality, acting is quite good and above all strong thriller from beginning to end will definitely let you love the film.

I finished watching this movie just now, and I gotta say that it's overrated. It's good no doubt, but not so so good that every critic should go gaga over it. It is very shocking, builds up suspense till about half-point, and in the end turns into a gore fest. Hollywood is swarming with such slasher gory movies. It may be new to Bollywood, but in no way original. Another criticism; some critics are calling it a feminist movie, while this movie shows all women to be under men's thumbs be it a brother, father, husband, a fiance, or even a kidnapper. This movie is a bad example of feminism. Here is a list of some things I didn't like about this movie. 1. The protagonists (the girls) are so stupid that they resemble the characters in a Ramsay film. They had their phones with them for a long time, but never bother calling police, friends or family. One of them even calls her brother, but just makes up some stupid excuse for not returning home in time. It's like she'd rather die than have her brother angry on her . I could give many more examples, but I don't want to spoil. 2. The gore is all mindless. There is no originality to it. 3. The villains are all just villains for no reason at all. I understand that the villains we fear are the ones who are mysterious. But we learn absolutely nothing (almost) about the villains in this movie. Sometimes understanding the villains back-stories' or motivations helps make things more realistic. 4. No major twist. I was hoping some major twist in the end. I even had a couple thought up in my mind. I was hoping the movie would top them, but it disappointed us by just giving a minor twist, which was like meh at that point given that we had seen more shocking things by this point.

Welcome Home is such a smart yet scary idea. A well written script and story provides a horrific take on Sony liv. It is well acted by all the leads, and as a viewer you will be on the edge of your seat and feeling tension the whole time.But for 90 mins it's easy watching, with a decent plot line and a good baddie. I wouldn't say it's that predictable, its got some good twists towards the end and ends with an 'ooh didn't see that coming' moment.

Two Schoolteachers go to an isolated house for census and what they encounter there is a Woman's worst nightmare. Based on a true story, this cabin thriller boasts of terrific performances and a riveting screenplay that is harrowing to watch for the viewers. Its strictly not for family and women will find it really difficult to sit through this. The theme of Women's horrifying subjugation at the hands of men is the core of the film. The cinematography is amazing for a film of this scale. But bad editing, some visual choices for budgetary reasons and excessive use of background score stops it from becoming a truly great film.

"Welcome Home"

Just finished watching this little dynamite of a movie and simply had to give a shout out. Once in a while a movie comes along which either makes u laugh or cry or forces you to open your mind and realise certain facts of life. This movie definitely makes you do the latter. The scariest kind of horror is not a malicious spirit or angry soul or demon lurking to kill or possess you... It is the sheer depravity and cruelty that are possible by some human beings. Welcome home brings that kind of worst horror from the dark depths to the fore. The casting is so apt that you refuse to feel that these are actors and not real life characters themselves. The IG pages of the actors will leave you speechless at how well they have portrayed the role. Also checked up online about the director, Pushkar Mahabal. This is apparently the first movie directed by him and to my surprise he was once praised by RGV himself as a talent to watch out for ... Its easy to understand why. He has a deft & uncommercial touch ( it's a compliment ) and the movie benefits from having a stark and grim atmosphere all around. The writer Ankita Narang has given birth to this genius of a script, which while highlighting the social travesties that still exist across the length and breadth of India, also has you rooting for the underdog and has you cheering ( with some expletives thrown in) whenever the underdogs strike back. She is a talent to watch out for. Someone who can write scripts like that in India and has the courage to not water it down for a more universal audience should be applauded.

If there were awards for OTT movies, then Boloram Das has already won the villain of the year, Ankita Narang has won best script and Welcome Home is the movie of the year. It won't make you laugh... It's not a breezy popcorn movie.... But, it will get under your skin and show you the brutal travesties that still occur in our country.

Must watch !!!