Last updated: 8 May 2026


Hindi · Horror, Thriller
1h 26m · 14 Jun 2019
Music: Sameer Tandon, Babu Haabi, Shamir Tandon | DOP: Cory Geryak | Writer: Sarath Mandava, Dheeraj Rattan
Ratings
Our Rating
2
Khamoshi is a psychological thriller centered around a deaf and mute couple, portrayed by Tamannaah Bhatia and Prabhu Deva, who move into a new house only to find themselves trapped in a terrifying situation. The story unfolds as they try to survive and uncover the dark secrets lurking within the house, with intense moments of suspense and emotional turmoil.
Khamoshi attempts to blend horror and thriller elements with a unique premise focusing on a differently-abled couple, which adds emotional depth to the narrative. The story is gripping in parts but suffers from a predictable screenplay that fails to maintain consistent tension throughout. The pacing is uneven; the first half sets up the eerie atmosphere effectively but drags at times, while the second half picks up pace but resorts to clichéd horror tropes.
The songs and music, composed by Sameer Tandon, Babu Haabi, and Shamir Tandon, are situational but do not leave a lasting impact. The background score tries to enhance the suspense but occasionally feels overbearing and fails to elevate the thriller elements as intended. Cinematography by Cory Geryak captures the haunting ambiance well, contributing positively to the mood of the film.
Overall, Khamoshi is a decent attempt at a horror thriller with commendable performances but is let down by its screenplay and inconsistent pacing, making it an average watch for genre enthusiasts.
Tamannaah Bhatia: Delivers a restrained and convincing performance as a deaf and mute woman, effectively conveying fear and vulnerability without dialogues.
Prabhu Deva: Shows earnestness in his role but is somewhat limited by the script and lack of character depth.
Bhumika Chawla: Provides solid support in a pivotal role, adding emotional weight to the narrative.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Chakri Toleti's direction shows promise in creating a tense atmosphere but falters in maintaining narrative consistency. The writing lacks originality in the latter half, relying on familiar horror clichés that dilute the impact.
| Source | Rating |
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| 2.75 / 5 | |
| 2.50 / 5 |
Our Rating
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| Type | Value |
|---|---|
| Positive | 30% |
| Neutral | 40% |
| Negative | 30% |
Critics generally appreciated the film's unique concept and Tamannaah's performance but criticized the screenplay and pacing. The film was seen as an average thriller that could have been more impactful with tighter writing and better execution.
Final Box-Office Result
Khamoshi released on 14 June 2019 (2019).
Khamoshi is declared a DISASTER at the box office.
Khamoshi OTT release date not announced yet.
Khamoshi directed by Chakri Toleti. Produced by Vashu Bhagnani, Deepshika Deshmukh.
Khamoshi stars Tamannaah Bhatia, Prabhu Deva, Bhumika Chawla, Sanjay Suri, Murali Sharma.
Tollybo rates Khamoshi 2/5. Verdict: DISASTER.
Music for Khamoshi composed by Sameer Tandon, Babu Haabi, Shamir Tandon.
Khamoshi — Genre: Horror, Thriller, Runtime: 86 minutes, Language: Hindi.