⭐⭐⭐☆☆ (3/5)
Film: Seat Edge
Director: Chetan Shetty
Producer: Giridhar T. Vasanthapura
Cast: Siddu Moolimani, Raviksha Shetty, Raghu Ramanakoppa, Girish Shivanna, Mimicry Gopi, Lakshmi Siddayya, and others
In an era where social media defines dreams, fame, and self-worth, Seat Edge explores how far that obsession can push a person—and at what cost.
The story revolves around Siddu, a young man who dreams of becoming a popular social media vlogger. While others focus on studies and steady jobs, Siddu spends his time glued to his phone and gadgets, constantly creating videos. Unfortunately, instead of earning fame, his content attracts trolls and ridicule. Mocked and humiliated, Siddu becomes desperate to prove himself and show the world what he is capable of.
Driven by this urge, he takes up a dangerous challenge—ghost hunting. He decides to venture into a mysterious “ghost city,” a place from which no one who has entered has ever returned. What happens next? Does Siddu come back alive, or does his thirst for online validation consume him completely? This forms the gripping core of Seat Edge.
Siddu Moolimani delivers a convincing performance as the troubled vlogger, effectively portraying youthful restlessness, frustration, and blind ambition. Raviksha Shetty appears as a yoga trainer and lends calm balance to the narrative. Raghu Ramanakoppa plays Siddu’s friend naturally, while Girish Shivanna brings authority and seriousness to his role as a police inspector. The supporting cast adds depth where required.
Technically, the film is well-supported by its background score, which enhances the tension and complements the storytelling. The music composed by Akash Parva includes a couple of melodious tracks that linger in the mind. Cinematography and narration are decent, though the film could have benefited from tighter pacing and sharper execution in a few portions.
Overall, Seat Edge is less a conventional horror film and more a cautionary tale about social media addiction and the dangerous lengths people may go to for online fame. While it has its limitations, the film’s contemporary theme and sincere attempt make it a watchable experience—especially for today’s youth.
