'Baramulla' beats 'Idli Kadai' on Netflix global chart
What's the story
The 2025 supernatural movie Baramulla, directed by Aditya Suhas Jambhale, has climbed to the third spot on Netflix's non-English global chart, with 3.7 million viewing hours. The movie stars Manav Kaul as a police officer investigating a string of mysterious child disappearances in Kashmir. It has also surpassed Dhanush's Idli Kadai, which currently sits at number four, with 2.9 million viewing hours. Interestingly, on the Netflix India chart, the Dhanush starrer ranks at number one.
Plot details
Plot of 'Baramulla'
In Baramulla, Kaul portrays DSP Ridwaan Sayyed. As his investigation into the missing children intensifies, he and his family move into a haunted house where unsettling events soon unfold. The story mixes supernatural horror with the real-world impact of conflict, exploring themes such as rising anti-police sentiment and the radicalization of children.
Cast details
Cast and characters in 'Baramulla'
The film also stars Bhasha Sumbli as Gulnaar, Ridwaan's wife, and Arista Mehta and Rohaan Singh as their children, Noorie and Ayaan. Neelofer Hamid plays Zainab, while Vikas Shukla portrays Shaukat. Despite some mixed reviews, Baramulla has received largely positive responses from both fans and critics for its story and Kaul's strong performance.