Bhediya: (2022)

Critics praised the film's , particularly the transformation sequences, which were noted as a significant step up for Indian cinema. While the second half received mixed reviews for its pacing, Varun Dhawan’s performance was widely considered one of his career-best. The film's post-credit scene officially links it to the wider Maddock Supernatural Universe, featuring cameos from Stree characters.

: Varun Dhawan (Bhaskar), Kriti Sanon (Dr. Anika), Abhishek Banerjee, and Deepak Dobriyal. Director : Amar Kaushik. Writer : Niren Bhatt. Bhediya (2022)

The story follows (played by Varun Dhawan ), a road construction contractor sent to the dense jungles of Ziro, Arunachal Pradesh , to oversee a new highway project. His goal is to bring modern development to the region, despite initial resistance from local tribes who view the forest as sacred. Critics praised the film's , particularly the transformation

While surveying the land, Bhaskar is bitten by a mythical wolf, which causes him to undergo a series of bizarre physical transformations. Every full moon, he turns into a powerful werewolf (locally referred to as the Yapum ), a protector of the forest. As Bhaskar and his friends—including his cousin Janardhan (Abhishek Banerjee) and local friend Jomin (Paalin Kabak)—search for a cure, they unravel deep-rooted local folklore and face a larger ecological conflict. Key Themes & Elements : Varun Dhawan (Bhaskar), Kriti Sanon (Dr

: Like other films in the Stree-verse , it balances genuine thrills with high-energy humor, bolstered by the chemistry between the lead actors. Cast and Crew