Cheekatilo (2026), streaming on Amazon Prime Video, is a Telugu thriller following Sandhya (Sobhita Dhulipala), an ethical journalist who quits her job to start a crime podcast. After her intern, Bobby, is brutally murdered, Sandhya investigates a series of similar, unsolved killings targeting women in the Godavari region, uncovering a dark web of patriarchy and violence.
The Hollywood Reporter India
The Hollywood Reporter India
+4
This video provides a critical review of the movie's plot and themes:
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Key Storyline Details:
The Protagonist's Shift: Disillusioned with sensationalist media, Sandhya seeks to tell stories with sensitivity, but her personal life is haunted by past trauma.
The Investigation: Sandhya links her intern’s murder to a series of killings, uncovering that a serial killer leaves jasmine flowers on victims.
The Conflict: Sandhya works to expose the killer while navigating a society that often ignores crimes against women, collaborating with her partner, Amar, for support.
Theme: The film focuses on the dark underbelly of society's view on sexual abuse and the psychological toll of such crimes.
WordPress.com
WordPress.com
+5
The film is directed by Sharan Koppisetty and delves into the psychological aspects of both the hunter and the hunted, with a strong focus on, yet sometimes superficial exploration of, deep societal issues.
The Hindu
The Hindu
+3
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