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Movie Lover
A spellbinding magical‑realist drama set in the Himalayan foothills, the film
blurs the boundaries between folklore, superstition, and reality. Hypnotic visuals and layered storytelling draw viewers into a slow‑burning fable where Dev’s mechanical wings—used to survey his estate—become a metaphor for humanity’s fragile attempt to control nature’s mysteries. Director Raam Reddy seamlessly fuses eco‑drama, family tensions, and supernatural whispers through long, unbroken takes and symbolic imagery, though the elliptical structure and open‑ended climax lean toward abstraction.
Manoj Bajpayee delivers a deceptively subtle masterclass as Dev, physically commanding yet emotionally unraveling, while Deepak Dobriyal’s portrayal of the estate manager offers a poignant counterbalance. Sunil Borkar’s breathtaking cinematography turns the landscape into a living character, enriched by immersive sound design and a folktale aesthetic that elevates the film beyond conventional drama. The thematic depth probes belonging, legacy, and humanity’s tenuous dominion over nature.
Ultimately, this is a bold, visually intoxicating art‑house gem—rewarding in its mystery and beauty for patient cinephiles.
20 Jan’26 16:15
J Joy
Jugnuma: The Fable (2025) is an indie Drama, Mystery, and Fantasy film set in
the hills of Himachal Pradesh. Through slow, nuanced storytelling and strong performances, it
Popcorn Reviewss
(RESHARE - The Film Was Originally Watched At The MAMI Film Festival 2024)
#Jugnuma aka #TheFable is a niche in every sense of the word and may not appeal to everyone instantly.
Rudrangshu Samanta
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Sucharita Tyagi
The story is narrated in voice over by Deepak Dobriyal’s Mohan, the estate
manager. Loyal to a fault, Mohan, whose name ALSO is godly, is subservient. As wonderful as it is to see
Dharunn Sakthivel
A film beyond language
Anusha Jacob
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Vikas Yadav
In Raam Reddy's #Jugnuma, fantasy and reality entwine so fluidly, so tenderly,
that the movie becomes a kind of visual magic. FULL REVIEW HERE -
Aijaz Khan
Brilliant
ayushi chaturvedi
The film, #jugnuma, features beautiful aesthetic frames and touching
storytelling. It's a slow-paced movie, but if you appreciate that style of filmmaking, it's a must-watch.
Cine Buffed
Jugnuma is without doubt one of the most memorable cinematic experiences of
2025. From the very first frame, the film transports you into a world that feels both familiar and
Soumya Sarkar
The humming corridor of lost and found stars.
MAN OF CINEMA
A mystical tale set up in the middle of beautiful Himalayan landscapes and
Orchard trees, tells a story of one family who are the owners of the orchard's estate and villagers who