Film: Demonte Colony 2
Director: Ajay R Gnanamuthu

Cast: Arulnithi, Priya Bhavani Shankar, Antti Jaaskelainen, Tsering Dorjee, Arun Pandian, Muthukumar, Meenakshi Govindarajan, Sarjano Khalid, Archana Ravichandran and others

Producers: Vijayasubramanian, RC Rajkumar
Music Director: Sam CS
Cinematographer: Harish Kannan
Editor: Kumaresh D

Banner: White Nights Entertainment
Release Date: August 23, 2024

iQlik Movies Rating: 2.5/5

Demonte Colony 2 is the sequel of the famous horror film Demonte Colony. Cobra fame Ajay Gnanamuthu is the director of the movie. The film was released in Tamil last week but is now released in Telugu today. Check the film's review here.

Story:
Debbie (Priya Bhavani Shankar) is determined to uncover the truth behind her lover Samuel Richard's (Sarjano Khalid) tragic suicide. Seeking guidance from Daoshi (Tsering Dorji), she contacts Sam's spirit, leading her to discover a sinister connection between estranged twin brothers Srini and Raghu (Arulnithi) and an evil curse that recurs every six years. As Debbie unravels these mysteries, she faces challenges that link back to the horrors of DeMonti Colony.

Performances:
Priya Bhavani Shankar delivers a compelling performance, showing significant improvement from her recent roles. Her portrayal of Debbie is intense and convincing, adding emotional weight to the film. Arulnithi, in a dual role, also impresses with his nuanced performance, bringing complexity to the characters of Srini and Raghu. Tsering Dorji is impressive in his role and has given his best to make an impressive mark. The rest of the cast made their presence felt.

Technical Aspects:
Ajay Gnanamuthu's direction is commendable, especially in how he handles the continuity between the first and second films. However, more attention to certain scenes in the second half could have improved the film's overall pacing. Harish Kannan's cinematography is solid, though there is room for enhancing the visual appeal, especially in the horror sequences. Sam CS's score effectively heightens the film's tension and excitement, adding to the atmosphere. The sound design is well-executed, contributing to the film's eerie tone. Kumaresh D's editing is mostly tight, though some scenes in the second half could have been more concise. The Telugu dubbing is well done.

Review:
The film maintains a gripping pace with a well-crafted screenplay, especially in the first half. The twists and turns are cleverly executed, creating an engaging horror experience. The central mystery surrounding the cursed book and the recurring curse is intriguing and well-developed. One of the film's strongest aspects is its connection to the original Demonte Colony. While the visual effects are decent, they fail to create a truly immersive horror experience. The film's second half suffers from pacing issues, with certain scenes dragging on and hindering the story's momentum. Overall, horror enthusiasts will find this film entertaining, and its a solid choice for a weekend watch.

Plus Points:
Connection with the First Part
BGM
Plot
Horror Elements

Minus Points:
Second Half
VFX

Final Verdict: Demonte Colony is Worth A Watch