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is a 2020 Indian horror-thriller that marked a significant departure for Dharma Productions into the genre of pure horror. Directed by Bhanu Pratap Singh, the film stars Vicky Kaushal as Prithvi, a shipping officer grappling with personal loss who is tasked with investigating an unmanned, abandoned cargo ship—the Sea Bird —that mysteriously runs aground on Mumbai's Juhu Beach. The Real-Life Inspiration

Critics praised the film for its production values and the decision to attempt a "pure" horror experience in mainstream Hindi cinema. It was lauded for avoiding the forced comedy tracks and item numbers that often plague the genre in Bollywood. The cinematography and the sound design were highlighted as being above average for an Indian horror production. bhoot: the haunted ship