Kalam
An extortionist acquires a mansion and gifts it to his estranged son not realising the gruesome history behind the place.
Directed by Robert Raaj · Horror · 2016
Trailer
Director
Robert Raaj
Writer
Subish Chandran
Studio
Arul Movies Production
Release
2016
Genres
Horror
Full Plot
A family of three moves to a secluded bungalow, but their peaceful life is disrupted by strange occurrences that take place within and around their home. As time passes, the family begins to experience inexplicable events. The tranquility of their isolated residence is shattered by an unsettling presence.
Cast & Characters
Lead
Lakshmi Priyaa
Lead
Amzath Khan
Nakulan
N. L. Srinivasan
Dheeksha
Lakshmi Priyaa Chandramouli
Housekeeper
Kani Kusruti
Master Rahil Singhi
Hiya, Dheeksha's daughter
Baby Hiya
Did You Know?
Lakshmi Priyaa appears in 4 films in our catalog, including Odu Raja Odu, Revelations.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
The film was filmed in an ancient house that the makers considered an integral part of the plot.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
M Suganth from The Times of India gave the film three out of five stars and compared the film to a thin crust pizza: "In that sense, you could call Kalam a thin-crust Pizza — has everything you expect, but somehow doesn't seem fullfilling".
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
Critical Assessment
Audience Breakdown (Einthusan)
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Ratings as of August 2, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kalam's IMDb rating?+
Kalam has a 6.2/10 rating on IMDb from 85 votes.
Is Kalam good? What are critics saying?+
Kalam does not yet have enough aggregated ratings data to summarize.
Who directed Kalam?+
Kalam was directed by Robert Raaj.
Where can I watch Kalam?+
Kalam is available to stream, rent, or buy on Amazon Video.
Fan & Critic Buzz
Kalam received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its watchability and suspenseful climax, while others found it uninspired and lacking in depth. The film's plot was noted for being engaging and novel, but ultimately underwhelming due to a lack of strong elements. Overall, opinions on the film were divided between those who found it passable as an evening watch and those who saw it as a disappointing horror thriller.
Source: Wikipedia — Critical reception (CC BY-SA)
