The narrative takes a dark turn when Das receives an anonymous phone call challenging him to a game. When he initially refuses, the stakes escalate as his own daughter becomes the target of an attack. This thrusts Das into a desperate investigation to uncover the identity of a who uses wordplay and childhood games to torment his victims. Key Characters & Cast

Due to its psychological nature, the film contains severe depictions of violence, gore, and evocative content related to trauma and assault.

Critics highlighted natural performances from newcomers like Ishita Singh , Sandeep Pradeep , and child actor Mridul Mukesh . Thematic Elements & Reception

Are you interested in exploring more from 2022, or would you like a deeper breakdown of the ending ? Parents guide - Antakshari (2022) - IMDb

The story follows (played by Saiju Kurup), a police officer stationed in the town of Kedaram who is famously obsessed with the game of Antakshari . He uses the game for everything from domestic fun to a unique method of punishing arrested culprits.

(2022) is a Malayalam-language psychological thriller that transforms a popular musical parlor game into a high-stakes, deadly cat-and-mouse hunt. Directed by Vipin Das , the film is recognized for its unusual treatment of the thriller genre and its chilling use of nostalgia. Core Plot & Narrative

It was released on April 22, 2022 , directly on the SonyLIV streaming platform.

The film received mixed to positive reviews. While praised for its suspense, creepy sequences, and performances, some viewers found the climax did not live up to the hype or felt certain characters were under-developed.