Odela 2 Movie Review

Actress Tamannaah Bhatia steps into a bold new avatar as Shivashakti in Odela 2, a supernatural thriller that hits theatres today, April 17, 2025, in multiple languages. Departing from her usual glam roles, she leads a cast that includes Vasishta Simha and Hebah Patel in key parts. Backed by writer-producer Sampath Nandi and helmed by director Ashok Teja, the film promises a mix of mysticism, horror, and drama.

In this review, we take a closer look at the film’s storytelling, performances, and how effectively it brings its eerie world to life.

Odela 2 begins where Odela Railway Station left off — in the ominous village of Odela, where darkness still looms. After Radha beheads her husband Tirupathi for killing newlywed brides, his unburnt remains are sealed through Samadhi Shiksha. But years later, his vengeful spirit returns, targeting brides on their wedding night once again.
Desperate for salvation, the villagers turn to Bhairavi (Tamannah), a powerful Naga Sadhu with a mysterious connection to Odela.

What ties her to this cursed land? And can she banish Tirupathi’s spirit once and for all? Odela 2 unravels the haunting answers.

Stories of divine forces clashing with dark spirits are a staple in Indian horror-fantasy films. In Odela 2, director Sampath Nandi and his team attempt to deliver a gripping sequel using this time-tested template. The film opens strong, establishing the villagers’ torment and its eerie cause effectively. Tamannaah’s interval entry as Bhairavi adds a spark and raises expectations.

But the second half loses steam. The screenplay starts to feel repetitive, drawing clear parallels with Arundhati (2009). Tirupathi’s growth in power through black magic is underdeveloped, and the supernatural logic falters—particularly when his spirit enters a temple without resistance, breaking established horror norms.

While Odela 2 offers a few engaging moments, it falters in sustaining tension and originality in the latter half.

A pivotal character’s emotional demise adds weight to the pre-climax and builds up to the final act with purpose. However, the showdown between Tirupathi and Bhairavi feels underwhelming, lacking the intensity one might expect. The presence of Lord Shiva in the climax brings some redemption, adding a divine layer to an otherwise flat confrontation.

In the end, Odela 2 sticks closely to tried-and-tested tropes. While the intent is clear, the execution falls short of delivering a truly compelling or high-quality narrative experience.

When it comes to performances, Tamannaah breaks away from her typical glamorous roles in “Odela 2,” effectively portraying a Naga Sadhu and capturing our attention. Vashishtha Simha gives a convincing performance as Tirupathi. Additionally, the supporting cast, including Hebah Patel, Murali Sharma, and Srikanth Iyengar, delivers solid performances.

Overall, “Odela 2” offers a mixed experience. The standout aspects are the captivating performances by Tamannaah and Vasishta Simha, along with some engaging sequences. However, the predictable storyline and a lackluster second half detract from the overall impact. If the writing had addressed these issues, it could have been a much more appealing show.