Last updated: 8 May 2026
Hindi · Action, Horror, Thriller
52m · 6 Jun 2020
Music: Ravi Shankar | DOP: Agasthya Manju | Writer: Ram Gopal Varma
Ratings
Our Rating
1
Climax is a psychological thriller that delves into the chaotic unraveling of a group of friends during a party that spirals out of control. The narrative explores themes of paranoia, hallucination, and the dark recesses of the human mind as the characters confront their inner demons amidst escalating tension and violence.
Climax attempts to blend psychological horror with intense drama, but the execution falls short in delivering a coherent and engaging storyline. The screenplay is disjointed, with a pacing that feels uneven—while the first half tries to build suspense, it often meanders without clear direction. The second half escalates in intensity but lacks the narrative depth to justify the chaos on screen.
The music by Ravi Shankar and background score contribute to the eerie atmosphere, though they occasionally overpower the scenes rather than complement them. The songs, however, feel out of place and disrupt the film's tonal consistency. Cinematography by Agasthya Manju captures some visually striking moments but cannot salvage the overall lack of narrative clarity.
Overall, Climax struggles to maintain audience engagement due to its confusing plot structure and inconsistent pacing, despite some technical merits and atmospheric music.
Mia Malkova: Limited by the weak script, her performance is restrained and fails to leave a lasting impact.
Renan Severo: Delivers a sincere effort but is overshadowed by the film's chaotic narrative and direction.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Ram Gopal Varma's direction shows ambition but lacks the finesse required to handle a complex psychological thriller. The writing is muddled, leading to confusion rather than intrigue.
| Source | Rating |
|---|---|
| 2.75 / 5 | |
| 2.50 / 5 |
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 20% |
| Neutral | 30% |
| Negative | 50% |
Critics largely panned Climax for its confusing narrative and poor pacing, though some appreciated the technical aspects like cinematography and music. The performances were seen as underwhelming due to the weak script.
Final Box-Office Result
Climax released on 6 June 2020 (2020).
Climax is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
Climax OTT release date not announced yet.
Climax directed by Ram Gopal Varma.
Climax stars Mia Malkova, Renan Severo.
Tollybo rates Climax 1/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Music for Climax composed by Ravi Shankar.
Climax — Genre: Action, Horror, Thriller, Runtime: 52 minutes, Language: Hindi.
