Netflix’s “Baramulla” Trailer: Manav Kaul Leads a Chilling Kashmir Horror That Blends Myth, Memory, and Madness
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Netflix is turning up the chills this winter with its upcoming supernatural thriller Baramulla, a haunting tale set in the snow-cloaked valleys of Kashmir. Featuring powerhouse performer Manav Kaul, the film dives into the eerie crossroads of myth, mystery, and the human mind, offering a fresh take on Indian horror — one that’s subtle, psychological, and deeply rooted in regional folklore.
The Story: When the Valley Starts Whispering
The trailer opens with the stunning yet unsettling silence of Baramulla, where snowfall hides more than just footprints — it hides secrets. A series of child disappearances during a local magic show pulls the small town into chaos. Enter DSP Sayyad Ridwaan Shafi (Manav Kaul) — a no-nonsense cop sent to investigate what seems like a routine kidnapping. But as he digs deeper, the case starts unraveling reality itself. The valley’s beauty turns menacing, and Ridwaan’s own rational mind begins to blur as Kashmir’s ancient myths start coming alive.
Things get darker when Ridwaan’s wife Gulnaar (Bhasha Sumbli) and their children move into a new home — a place where the walls whisper, the air smells of a dog that doesn’t exist, and the nights echo with sounds no one can explain. The trailer doesn’t scream horror — it whispers it, creating an atmosphere so thick that you feel the tension in every frame.
The Cast: Real Emotions, Real Roots
What makes Baramulla special is its authentic connection to the land.
Manav Kaul, a native of Baramulla himself, brings a rare emotional depth to the role. He described the film as “a sign from the universe to tell the stories of my homeland.”
Bhasha Sumbli, who made waves with The Kashmir Files, plays a woman caught between faith and fear.
Young actors Arista Mehta and Rohaan Singh add innocence and vulnerability to this chilling tale.
Behind the Camera: The Team that Made “Article 370”
Directed and written by Aditya Suhas Jambhale, the man behind Article 370, Baramulla promises a mix of social realism and supernatural horror. Produced by Jyoti Deshpande (Jio Studios) and Aditya & Lokesh Dhar (B62 Studios), the project reunites the hit Article 370 team with Netflix, after their lighthearted outing Dhoom Dhaam.
Jambhale calls it “a mystery that slowly transforms into an emotional and psychological storm.”
What to Expect: Fear That Feels Real
Forget cheap jump scares — Baramulla is all about slow-burn tension. Think "The Others" meets "Tumbbad" — where the landscape itself becomes the villain.
The film explores themes of:
Faith vs. Fear
Memory vs. Myth
Reality vs. the Unseen
Every snowflake in Baramulla seems to carry a secret, and Netflix’s eerie visuals ensure this is a horror experience that feels deeply Indian, emotional, and intelligent.
Release Date
“Baramulla” premieres exclusively on Netflix on November 7, 2025.Get ready for a haunting winter where Kashmir’s myths awaken — and truth itself becomes the scariest thing of all.
Aapke Sawal, Hamare Jawab! (FAQs)
1. What is Netflix’s Baramulla about?
Baramulla is a supernatural thriller set in Kashmir, following a police officer investigating child disappearances that lead to eerie, myth-driven events. It explores fear, faith, and folklore through a psychological lens.
2. Who plays the lead in Baramulla?
The film stars Manav Kaul as DSP Sayyad Ridwaan Shafi, alongside Bhasha Sumbli as his wife Gulnaar. Both deliver emotionally intense performances set against the haunting backdrop of Kashmir.
3. Is Baramulla connected to Article 370?
While not a sequel, Baramulla comes from the same creative team behind Article 370 — director Aditya Suhas Jambhale and producers Jyoti Deshpande and Aditya Dhar.
4. What kind of horror is in Baramulla?
It’s a psychological and atmospheric horror, not a typical jump-scare fest. Expect eerie silences, haunting visuals, and storytelling that blurs the line between the seen and the unseen.
5. When will Baramulla release on Netflix?
The film will stream exclusively on Netflix from November 7, 2025.