Rakshasa movie story: Satya (Prajwal Devaraj) has been away from police work for three years. However, when a respected superior officer requests his assistance in apprehending a notorious gang from the Ongole tribe in Andhra Pradesh, believed to be linked to a high-profile murder case, he agrees to help. After successfully completing the mission, he returns to the police station to turn in the suspects and intends to leave. Yet, he finds himself unexpectedly required to remain, as all the other officers depart on various assignments.

Upon learning that he has been abandoned for a specific reason, Satya tries to return home but is halted by his mother, who advises him to remain where he is until the conclusion of a particularly severe eclipse. However, what he encounters inside the station is far more troubling.

In the film review of Rakshasa, it is noted that director Lohith previously showcased his proficiency in the horror genre with Mummy Save Me, followed by the well-received Devaki. Therefore, when he announced a new horror project featuring Prajwal Devaraj, who had no prior experience in this genre, expectations were high due to Lohith's established success. Unfortunately, this trust proved to be unfounded.

With Rakshasa, Lohith regresses, delivering a rather unrefined horror experience. He attempts to blend mythology with horror elements and incorporates a time loop into the narrative. The story revolves around a demon, previously confined in a chest, that is accidentally released during an ill-fated eclipse, triggering a series of repetitive events. Although this demon is characterized as a bloodthirsty entity, it struggles to re-engage with its violent nature after centuries of dormancy.

It meanders aimlessly within a police station that has its doors and windows wide open, conveniently located near a train station, providing ample opportunities for mischief. However, it fixates on a single man, intermittently opening and closing doors and windows, causing him to stumble, yanking him by the leg, or even suspending him in mid-air before releasing him to catch his breath. It seems plausible that the demon, too, required a moment to recuperate. This cycle repeats several times, prompting one to question the purpose of such actions. If the demon has chosen to torment him, why does it engage in this playful behavior?

The disjointed nature of the writing is not the film's most significant flaw. The special effects are subpar, particularly the scenes involving ropes—this is a demon that takes its time, lifting a child as slowly as one would draw water from a well. It’s somewhat endearing, yet disheartening to note that amidst all this, Prajwal Devaraj has genuinely made an effort to improve the film. The initial hour feels largely unnecessary, with the actual narrative only beginning to unfold afterward.

Prajwal is highly dedicated and puts in considerable effort, yet his commitment is ultimately squandered in a film that aspires to be frightening but instead becomes unintentionally humorous. It is unfortunate that the creative team seems to have more of the story to tell. 

Rakshasa movie verdict: The film was released with the subtitle Chapter 2, indicating that a prequel is forthcoming, which will clarify Satya's connection to the demon. Perhaps when viewed as a complete narrative, the story might hold some coherence. As it stands, however, it offers little for the audience to appreciate. The rating primarily reflects the dedication demonstrated by Prajwal Devaraj in this project.

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