Movie Review: Thank You For Coming - 3.5/5

# Chandrachur Singh Joins the Ranks of Bollywood's Sinister Godmen: Is *Bayaan* the Next Big Thriller? **Imagine a revered cult leader whose ashram hides unimaginable horrors—rapes, power plays, and unbreakable silence.** Chandrachur Singh steps into this chilling role as the villainous Maharaj in *Bayaan*, aligning himself with Bobby Deol and Jaideep Ahlawat's league of corrupt godmen on screen.[1][2] Huma Qureshi stars as Roohi Kartar, a rookie detective from Delhi thrust into her first major case in a remote Rajasthan town. An anonymous letter exposes the Maharaj's alleged sexual assaults on countless girls in his ashram, but his grip on police, politics, and devotees makes justice elusive.[1][2][4] Directed by Bikas Ranjan Mishra and executive-produced by Qureshi herself, the film builds tension through Roohi's battle against deep-rooted power structures, reluctant witnesses, and institutional bias.[2][4] Standout supporting turns come from Sachin Khedekar, Swati Das as the enigmatic ashram caretaker, Vibhore Mayank, and Sampa Mandal, adding layers to the thriller's razor-sharp dialogue and plot twists.[1][2][4] Premiering at the 2025 Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in the Discovery section—alongside films like *Bandar*—*Bayaan* earned praise for its pacing and unflinching look at violence against women in India.[1][2][4] Filmed in Rajasthan from July to September 2024, with scripting mentored by *Chernobyl* creator Craig Mazin, it's slated for a 2026 cinema release via Platoon One Films, Summit Studios, and Guidant Films.[1][2] This marks Singh's hot streak post-*Aarya* and *Cuttputlli*, cementing his shift to menacing antagonists.[1]

A serene Rajasthan ashram hides dark secrets—much like in *Bayaan*. (Unsplash free stock image)

What makes *Bayaan* stand out? Critics at TIFF hailed Qureshi's genuine intensity and the film's hopeful spark for reform amid India's social struggles.[4] Singh's cult leader emerges as an "immovable force," brainwashing followers and dodging accountability, echoing real-world reckonings with powerful figures.[1][4][5] Ready for a gripping watch that challenges silence? **Drop your thoughts in the comments: Will *Bayaan* redefine Bollywood thrillers? Share this post with fellow cinephiles and mark your calendars for 2026!**
Citations
1.https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/news/bollywood/chandrachur-singh-joins-bobby-deol-jaideep-ahlawats-corrupt-godman-league-play-villain-huma-qureshis-bayaan/
2.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bayaan_(film)
3.https://www.uniindia.com/~/chandrachur-singh-to-essay-villain-in-huma-qureshi-s-crime-thriller-bayaan/Entertainment/news/3711714.html
4.https://therollingtape.com/tiff-2025-bayaan-joins-a-familiar-painful-chorus-of-films-on-violence-against-women/
5.https://thatshelf.com/bayaan-review-tiff-2025/
6.https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/bayaan/cast-and-crew
7.
8.
9.


---
This email was sent automatically with n8n