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Jatadhara Opens in Theatres to Harsh Reviews

Producer Prerna Arora has confirmed a new Pan-India mythological film with Zee Studios that is scheduled to begin filming in April 2026.

Overview

  • The HindiTelugu supernatural-mythological drama from Zee Studios and Prerna Arora released on November 7, headlined by Sudheer Babu with Sonakshi Sinha as the antagonist.
  • Early reviews from outlets including News18, Scroll.in and Free Press Journal fault the film’s execution, citing weak writing, uneven VFX and scant scares.
  • Some viewers and a few critics praised the visuals, background score and Sinha’s transformation, with positive notices from Koimoi and The Assam Tribune.
  • The production leaned on temple settings and enacted traditional tantric chants and rituals, which the team promoted as adding authenticity.
  • Arora said a larger mythological project with Zee Studios is in pre‑production and planned to go on floors in April 2026.