Star
Cast:
Anushka
Shetty,
R
Madhavan,
Anjali,
Michael
Madsen,
Subbaraju,
Shalini
Pandey,
Michael
Madsen
Director:
Hemanth
Madhukar
Nishabdham
starring
Anushka
Shetty,
R
Madhavan
in
lead
roles
was
released
today
(October
2,
2020)
on
Amazon
Prime
Video.
The
high
octane
thriller
was
earlier
scheduled
for
a
theatrical
release
on
April
2,
2020,
but
was
later
postponed
indefinitely
due
to
the
COVID-19
pandemic
and
the
subsequent
lockdown.
The
film
that
also
stars
Anjali,
Subbaraju,
Shalini
Pandey,
Michael
Madsen
in
key
roles
is
indeed
one
of
the
highly-anticipated
films
of
the
year
the
moviegoers
were
eagerly
waiting
for.
Did
Hemanth
Madhukar
directorial
convey
what
it
had
to
in
a
time
duration
of
2
hours?
Read
on
to
know...
Plot
Set
in
Seattle,
the
film
revolves
around
Sakshi
(Anushka
Shetty),
a
mute
woman
who
is
an
artist
by
profession.
In
order
to
replicate
a
renowned
artwork
called
the
Josephine
wood
painting,
she
visits
a
haunted
villa
with
her
beau
and
celebrated
cellist
Anthony
(R
Madhavan).
As
they
search
for
the
painting,
Anthony
is
found
murdered
ruthlessly
in
the
basement
of
the
building.
Sakhi
somehow
escapes
the
'demon'
or
the
'murderer'
and
runs
for
her
life.
Soon,
the
haunted
house
which
was
closed
for
almost
46
years
becomes
the
talk
of
the
town,
due
to
the
heart-wrenching
murder.
The
Police,
along
with
Anjali
and
Michael
Madsen
start
investigating
the
case,
with
loose
ends
and
a
mute
witness.
Several
angles
to
the
story
unfold
with
the
emergence
of
each
character
(Subbaraju
and
Shalini
Panday)
with
unexpected
twists
and
turns.
Script
And
Direction
The
impeccable
storyline,
well-executed
narration
and
the
excellent
cast
are
the
factors
that
helped
the
film
succeed
in
keeping
the
audience
engaged
throughout.
The
director
Hemanth
Madhukar
has
maintained
a
sheer
balance
between
suspense,
drama
and
romance.
Also,
the
technicality
of
the
film
including
color
and
the
sound
has
been
kept
proportionate
that
goes
hand
in
hand
from
the
start
till
the
end.
Though
the
other
cast
of
the
film
was
given
convincing
screen
time,
Anjali's
character
Maha
should
have
been
given
more
screen
timing
and
space
to
explore
in
Nishabdham,
given
the
fact
that
she
essayed
a
key
role.
The
screenplay
writer
of
the
film
Kona
Venkat
(who
is
also
one
of
the
producers
of
the
film
along
with
TG
Vishwa
Prasad)
should
be
given
special
applause
for
the
perfect
writing
that
doesn't
fall
behind
or
struggle
to
convey
the
whole
point
of
the
film.
The
story
is
intriguing,
intensifying
and
is
loaded
with
suspenseful
events.
Performances
Anushka
Shetty:
Though
she
doesn't
have
any
dialogue
to
deliver
in
Nishabdham,
her
endearing
presence
on
screen
is
truly
a
breath
of
fresh
air
in
the
film,
that
makes
you
want
to
see
her
more.
She
has
played
a
mute
woman
to
complete
perfection
and
has
succeeded
in
defining
the
need
for
her
role
in
the
film.
Her
balanced
emotions
and
required
body
language
for
the
character
is
impressive
and
has
truly
helped
her
get
into
the
skin
of
the
character,
Sakshi.
Madhavan:
The
actor
has
done
an
excellent
job
as
Anthony
in
the
film
and
you
will
truly
get
to
see
variations
of
his
character
in
Nishabdham.
Madhavan
as
a
cellist
is
a
treat
to
watch,
especially
when
he
plays
cello
in
a
big
crowd
flawlessly,
that
you
would
want
to
sit
back
and
see
him
play
the
instrument
all
over
again.
His
gestures
are
too
stupendous.
Anjali:
As
a
vigilant
police
officer
Maha,
the
versatile
actress
steals
the
show
at
places.
Given
the
fact
that
she
essayed
a
key
role
in
the
film,
her
character
should
have
been
given
more
space
to
explore,
but
what
she
did
in
the
given
screen
time
is
an
impressive
job.
Subbaraju:
A
stylish,
never-seen-before
avatar
of
the
actor
will
surely
make
you
go
wow!
His
character
with
warm
nature
is
relatable
and
his
acting
as
a
wildlife
photographer
was
effortless.
Technical
Aspects
Take
any
sequence
from
the
film
and
you
will
find
a
beautiful
picturesque
background
behind
the
cast,
which
is
why
Nishabdham
stands
unique
from
other
movies
that
uses
these
shot
only
to
establish
a
certain
sequence.
Cinematographer
Shaneil
Deo
has
done
an
impeccable
job
with
the
lens
and
deserves
applause
for
the
visual
treatment
that
blends
with
the
storyline.
A
hue
of
the
blue
color
palette
has
been
used
throughout
the
film,
which
adds
visual
depth
to
the
sequences.
The
sound
team
of
the
film
has
indeed
done
complete
justice
to
the
title
Nishabdham.
It
wouldn't
be
wrong
that
music
plays
an
important
role
in
the
film
to
convey
the
story.
Girishh
G's
background
score
deserves
a
special
mention
as
even
the
sound
of
chatters
and
demonic
groaning
leaves
an
unending
impact
on
the
audience
and
reminds
one
of
the
theatrical
experience.
Also,
music
composer
Gopi
Sundar
has
elevated
the
mood
of
the
film
with
his
soulful
tracks
like
'Ninne
Ninne' and
'Madhuramithe'.
Verdict
If
you
like
suspense
thrillers
with
a
touch
of
horror
to
it,
then
Nishabdham
is
indeed
the
right
pick
for
you.
Do
not
worry
about
the
duration
of
the
film,
as
it
will
not
disappoint
you,
but
rather
will
leave
you
impressed.
The
star
cast
including
Anushka
Shetty,
R
Madhavan,
Anjali,
Subbaraju
has
delivered
solid
performances
that
make
the
thriller
engaging
and
watchable.