The Times of India, Nov 3, 2025, 01.19 PM ISTCritic's Rating: 2.0By Susmita Sameera
A group of friends decides to throw a surprise birthday party for one of their own at a place notorious for being haunted. When the birthday boy arrives and spots police tape around the area, panic sets in, and he runs away. The others, determined to carry on with the plan, try to enter the house anyway, only to find themselves trapped in a terrifying event that ends in tragedy.
The next morning, the incident makes headlines across the state. Intrigued by the story, a reporter begins working on a documentary to uncover the truth behind the house. Through his interviews with a paranormal investigator, local police, and the property owner, we learn more about its disturbing past. The house, located in Karnataka, is believed to be a hub of intense negative energy, an area where multiple deaths have occurred over the years.
During his research, the reporter receives a mysterious tape containing found footage from 2021. The recording follows ghost hunter Maya (Nishma Shetty) and her cameraman Ajay (Ajay Kumar), a YouTuber known as “Ajay the Boss.” From this moment, the film shifts into a found-footage format, immersing the audience in their chilling investigation of the house and the horrors they encounter within it.
The premise is engaging, combining investigative storytelling with the immersive style of found-footage horror. The film builds tension effectively and sustains a sense of unease as the story unfolds. However, the low production quality limits its overall impact. The visual effects often feel uneven, and a few ghost sequences lose their intended intensity, coming off slightly unconvincing. Some scenes also lack the atmospheric depth needed to fully draw the viewer in, which lessens the overall suspense.
While the performances and technical execution are modest, The Omen makes the most of its minimal resources to deliver a compact horror thriller. It’s not a polished production, but its concept and structure hold the viewer’s attention. For audiences who enjoy found-footage horror with a documentary touch and a focus on atmosphere over spectacle, this film offers a watchable experience.