The Other Side of the Door

The film opens with Maria and Michael in the vibrant streets of Mumbai. Maria joyfully announces her pregnancy, and the couple discusses their dreams of starting a family in this bustling city.

At a picturesque beach, Maria shares her happiness about their environment. Michael proposes the idea of raising their family in Mumbai, and Maria expresses her agreement, feeling optimistic about their future.

Their peaceful moment is shattered when a child appears before them. Michael attempts to communicate with the child in Marathi, but the boy's terrifying scream jolts Maria awake, leaving her in panic.

Fast forward six years, the couple is engulfed in grief following the tragic death of their son, Oliver. Maria wakes Michael in a fit of rage, struggling with the pain and sorrow that has consumed their lives.

As the sun rises, glimpses of Lucy, their surviving daughter, and Winston, the family dog, reveal a home haunted by the memories of Oliver. The atmosphere is steeped in residual grief and despair.

Michael tries to reassure Maria that they will endure their hardships together, but the despair overwhelms her. Later, Michael discovers that Maria has attempted suicide, revealing the depths of her sorrow.

Maria vividly recalls the horrific car accident that took Oliver's life. This memory deepens her emotional turmoil as Michael reaches out for help, leading to her hospitalization and a chance for recovery.

Maria learns from Piki about a tribal ritual that might help her connect with Oliver's spirit. Driven by grief, she agrees to this plan, hoping for some form of solace from her loss.

Maria, in a desperate bid to reconnect with Oliver, digs up his body alongside Piki. This act leads them into a nightmarish clash with the spirit world that alters their family forever.

At the temple, Maria experiences haunting visions and feels Oliver’s spirit reaching out to her. Ignoring Piki's warnings, she opens a door against her better judgment, unleashing chaos into their lives.

Upon returning home, the family begins to experience unsettling occurrences. Lucy exhibits alarming signs of Oliver’s influence, shifting the family dynamic into an ominous new reality.

As strange events escalate, Maria must confront the reality of Oliver becoming a malevolent force in their lives. Her attempts to restore normalcy are met with escalating dangers and manipulation.

Tensions peak when Maria finds herself in a desperate fight to save her daughter Lucy from the evil consuming their lives. In a heartbreaking moment, she makes the ultimate sacrifice to protect her family.

In a tragic twist, Michael, unaware of the dark events that transpired, seeks the same ritual to find closure. As Maria screams in terror, warning him against repeating her mistakes, the tragedy unfolds anew.

The film concludes with a haunting ambiguity, leaving viewers to ponder the consequences of grief and the choices made by the couple. The last moments resonate with the themes of love, loss, and the thin line between life and death.