“Logout” (2025) is making waves as a gripping Indian cyber-thriller that dives deep into the dark side of social media fame. Directed by Amit Golani and written by Biswapati Sarkar, the film features Babil Khan in a standout role as Pratyush Dua, a popular influencer chasing his 10 million follower milestone — until his world begins to crumble at the hands of a mysterious cyberstalker.
Told entirely through a screenlife format (smartphones, video calls, social media interfaces), the story intensifies when an obsessed fan, “Shadow” (real name: Sakshi Kishore, played by Nimisha Nair), takes control of Pratyush’s online identity. The invasion leads to a terrifying psychological breakdown as Pratyush struggles to distinguish between his online persona and real self.
Where to Watch:
Available exclusively on ZEE5 as of April 18, 2025.
The film received positive reviews, particularly for its innovative format and Babil Khan’s nuanced performance. Critics applauded the film’s portrayal of digital anxiety, privacy concerns, and the fragility of online identity. However, a few reviews pointed out that the film’s pacing dips at times, and some narrative elements could have been more tightly woven.
