Director Arun Vikkirala brings a thriller infused with horror, initially hooking viewers with the protagonist receiving calls in the name of Sahasra, connected to a crime setup—an engaging concept.
However, the narrative falters as the film progresses, losing intrigue with overdramatic and superficially crafted scenes that fail to evoke depth or genuine fear through its horror elements.
The first half lacks freshness, only revealing the much-needed twist at the interval, arriving too late. The second half lacks seriousness, with lead Spandana failing to leave an impact.
Sudheer Anand’s performance is decent, while Dolly Shah impresses in her role. Notably, Shiva Balaji shines in a substantial role after a hiatus, overshadowing the rest of the cast.
The film’s logic often strains, especially in depicting scenes related to human trafficking, veering into the realm of exaggeration.
Despite decent music, production values, and well-executed fights, the excessive presentation overshadows the movie’s potential. The dialogues lack impact, hindering the film’s overall impact.
Calling Sahasra disappoints as a tedious thriller, lacking freshness, being excessively long, and offering little novelty.