Maa is a mythological horror drama that tries to blend emotion with the supernatural but falls short in execution.
The story revolves around a mother’s battle with dark forces to protect her daughter—an idea with potential, but one that plays out in a predictable and often uninspired manner.
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Familiar genre clichés, recycled plot points, and underwhelming visual effects leave the film feeling more tired than thrilling.
Despite the grand marketing push, including unusually early ticket offers like “buy two, get one free,” the film doesn’t quite live up to the image it tries to project.
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This kind of discounting from day one hints at a lack of faith in the film’s pull and raises questions about the credibility of the glowing reviews that flooded in before most audiences even saw it.
What’s more concerning is the broader trend it reflects in Bollywood—where buzz is often built not on merit but through PR machinery.
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Paid promotions and carefully managed narratives are increasingly being used to shape audience expectations, sidelining honest feedback and viewer trust.
Maa isn’t unwatchable, but it certainly isn’t the game-changer it’s being made out to be.
It’s a passable attempt that might connect with a niche audience but doesn’t offer much for those looking for something fresh or truly engaging.
It serves as a reminder that flashy packaging can’t make up for weak storytelling—and that audiences are getting better at seeing through the noise.
