Mallika(2010)
Mallika is a 2010 Hindi horror film directed and produced by Wilson Louis. The cast includes actors like Anjali, Ashish, and others in key roles. The story centers on Sanjana, a woman plagued by nightmares of a murdered woman. She travels to Fort Khejarta in Jodhpur for rest, but the fort holds a dark secret. The ghost of Mallika, a woman killed years ago, seeks justice. Sanjana must uncover the truth to stop the haunting. The film blends supernatural horror with a murder mystery. It received mixed reviews for its scares and plot. Mallika was released on 3 September 2010 in theaters.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 2 September 2010
- Director
- Wilson Louis
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Rating
- 3.5/10
Storyline
Sanjana cannot sleep because of terrifying nightmares. She goes to a remote fort for a vacation. But the ghost of a murdered woman named Mallika haunts her dreams. Sanjana must solve the mystery of Mallika's death before the ghost destroys her.
“Her nightmares are real.”
Film Details
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Cast & Crew
Trivia
- The film was shot in just 25 days, a very short schedule for a feature film.
- It was directed by Wilson Louis, who is also known for the horror film 'Click'.
- The movie's title 'Mallika' is a common Hindi word for 'queen', contrasting with the horror theme.
- Actress Adah Sharma, known for '1920', was initially considered for the lead role.
- The resort scenes were filmed at a real location in Lonavala, a popular hill station in India.
- The film had a limited theatrical release and quickly moved to home video and television.
- It uses background score techniques common in early 2000s Bollywood horror to build tension.