Before horror meant jump scares and haunted hotels, there was Makdee, a film that turned childhood fears into cinematic gold. In this episode of The Watchlist with Jyotika, we revisit Vishal Bhardwaj’s directorial debut a tale of twin sisters, a haunted haveli, and a chudail who turns people into chickens… or so they say. Join me as we unpack this clever, creepy, and charming children's film that blends horror with humour, fantasy with realism, and courage with pure chaos. Featuring a powerhouse performance by Shabana Azmi and a National Award-winning turn by Shweta Basu Prasad, Makdee isn’t just a film it’s a full-on desi fairy tale with a twist. Perfect for those who grew up on stories of bhoot banglas, daantne wali buas, and sibling rivalries with stakes as high as a lifetime of chickenhood.