Biya(2020)

Storyline

Five college friends decide to film a documentary in a mysterious forest near the Kerala-Tamil Nadu border. After some of them go missing inside the woods, the remaining friends seek help from a person who survived the forest before.

“Enter the forest. Don't expect to leave.”

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Cast & Crew

Trivia

• The film was shot in the dense forests of the Kodaikanal region, known for its challenging terrain and unpredictable weather.
• Director Raj Gokul Das also served as the cinematographer, giving the film its distinct visual style.
• The movie's title 'Biya' translates to 'fear' in Tamil, directly hinting at the horror theme.
• It was produced on a very low budget, with many crew members taking on multiple roles during production.
• The story was inspired by local legends and real-life missing person cases from border forest areas.
• Several scenes used practical effects and minimal CGI to create a more authentic sense of horror.
• The film had a limited theatrical release and later gained attention through streaming platforms.