Huma Qureshi delivers strong thrills before the plot falters
Bollywood fans searching for fresh narratives will find Nachiket Sawant’s latest black comedy intriguing but ultimately flawed. Huma Qureshi carries the heavy burden of playing a deaf-mute hitwoman in this fast-paced Mumbai thriller. Audiences here in Bhubaneswar and across Odisha have shown growing love for gritty, neon-soaked crime dramas, making this release highly anticipated. Sawant successfully blends independent filmmaking quirks with commercial appeal early on. You quickly get pulled into this strange, dark world filled with dark humour and sudden violence.
Childhood Trauma Drives Revenge
Twin sisters wander into a vast construction site during a severe rainstorm. One sister witnesses a brutal murder and survives, while the killer executes her sibling. Years later, the surviving deaf-mute sister transforms into Baby Karmarkar, an efficient assassin. She executes targets for a powerful syndicate while secretly hunting the man who ruined her life. Chunky Panday steps in as PM Jain, her protective mentor who manages contracts for a volatile builder played by Sikandar Kher.
Things change when a local music teacher falls deeply in love with Baby. She starts yearning for a normal life and decides to abandon her violent profession. Unfortunately, the narrative momentum completely falls apart during this transition. Sawant crafts brilliant cinematic moments in the first hour, utilizing silent-era montages and sharp editing. Musical cues by Arjun Iyer and Lijo George add incredible tension to the stylish neon-drenched visuals. However, the script eventually relies on predictable tropes and lazy writing. Stellar acting keeps the movie afloat despite the weak script. Qureshi brings intense energy to her demanding role, while Rachit Singh perfectly captures the innocent charm of her suitor. Sadly, a rushed climax prevents this potentially brilliant film.
