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Seven (2019): Cast, Ratings & Plot

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Seven is a 2019 film directed by Nizar Shafi, starring Rahman as Vijay Prakash, Havish and Tridha Choudhury. It runs 1 hour 57 minutes. Its Echo Score is 27/100.

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Seven (2019) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 57m (117 min)
Director
Nizar Shafi
Original language
Telugu
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The story

What Is Seven About?

The premise of Seven without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.

A police officer investigates a baffling case when conflicting accounts emerge about a man's identity. Several young women appear to be linked to him in a mysterious way. An elderly man insists he knew the man as Krishnamurthy, who supposedly died thirty years prior, deepening the enigma and raising unsettling questions about the truth.

Seven Themes & Keywords

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  • police
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Cast & crew

Seven Cast & Characters

Rahman leads the cast as Vijay Prakash, with Havish as Karthik and Tridha Choudhury as Priya. Directed by Nizar Shafi; 13 actors are credited in all.

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Ratings

Seven Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 27/100, strongest in story & flow (35) and weakest in sensory experience (20).

27 /100

Seven Echo Score Breakdown

Overall, Seven delivers a largely unsatisfying experience across its core components. The narrative falls short due to an early reveal and uneven pacing, while direction and editing receive little commendation. Performances are inconsistent, with a few standouts amid generally weak acting. Technical aspects such as sound design and visual cohesion are underdeveloped, and the film offers little incentive for repeat viewings. In sum, the collective impression is one of disappointment with limited replay value.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 25

    In terms of direction and overall craftsmanship, the film is notably uneven. Reviewers repeatedly cite poor direction and uninspired editing, with only a brief mention of an effective opening setup. No aspects of cinematography or production design receive praise. Consequently, the technical execution feels subpar throughout most of the runtime. The net impression is that the film’s art and craft fall well below standard expectations.

  • Character & Emotion 30

    When evaluating acting and character depth, the consensus skews negative. Multiple reviewers describe performances as rubbish, mediocre, or among the worst seen, though a few note a solid effort by Regina and occasional moments from veteran actors. No sustained emotional resonance is reported, and chemistry is largely absent. The mixed but predominantly poor acting leads to a modestly low character score that reflects the overall weakness in this area.

  • Story & Flow 35

    The story and plot structure are criticized for weakness and early revelations that undermine tension. Several reviewers label the narrative as drag‑heavy, unoriginal, and lacking engagement, despite occasional praise for an intriguing opening. Pacing issues and a predictable twist are highlighted as major flaws. While a handful of comments suggest the premise had potential, the prevailing view is that the storyline fails to sustain interest, resulting in a below‑average rating.

  • Sensory Experience 20

    Sensory elements such as soundtrack and sound design receive consistently poor feedback. Critics mention substandard background music and a lack of compelling audio cues, with no positive remarks about visual style or cohesion. The absence of noteworthy sensory highlights contributes to an overall bland viewing experience. This aspect therefore scores at the low end of the scale, reflecting the film’s failure to engage audiences through sound or visual flair.

  • Rewatch Factor 25

    Rewatch value is limited according to the gathered opinions. Viewers describe the film as a one‑time watch, often fast‑forwarded or abandoned midway, and note little incentive for repeated viewings. A minority mention a guilty‑pleasure aspect, but this does not offset the dominant sentiment of low replay appeal. Consequently, the rewatch factor is rated modestly low, indicating minimal lasting attraction.

Plot

Seven Plot Summary

What happens in Seven from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 13 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

Karthik, ACP Vijay Prakash, a seasoned police officer, is bewildered by the conflicting statements about his identity as he digs into a puzzling case. Three young women seem to share a mysterious connection with him, each insisting that Karthik is their husband who vanished days or even months earlier. An elderly man confined in an asylum claims he once knew Karthik as Krishnamurthy, a man said to have died three decades ago. The very next day, that same man is found murdered, turning a routine inquiry into a murder investigation.

Full summary

The whole story of Seven, scene by scene

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Videos

Seven Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Seven.

7 Movie Theatrical Trailer | Rahman | Havish | Nandita | Regina | Kiran Studios | Abhishek Pictures
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Seven?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Which ACP is assigned to investigate the puzzling case surrounding Karthik's true identity?

Details

Seven Also Known As

2 alternative titles: “ஏழு” and “7 (Șapte)”.

Also known as
  • ஏழு
  • 7 (Șapte)

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FAQ

Seven FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Seven, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Seven?

Seven runs 1 hour 57 minutes (117 minutes).

When was Seven released?

Seven was released on June 5, 2019.

Who directed Seven?

Seven was directed by Nizar Shafi.

Who is in the cast of Seven?

Seven stars Rahman as Vijay Prakash, Havish as Karthik and Tridha Choudhury as Priya, among 13 credited actors.

Does Seven have a post-credit scene?

No. Seven has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Seven in?

The original language of Seven is Telugu.

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