Gumraah (2023) Hindi

Synopsis

The story opens with the murder of a young man in a upscale bungalow, triggering an investigation led by Inspector Shivani Mathur (Mrunal Thakur). A neighbor’s selfie identifies the suspect as Arjun Sehgal (Aditya Roy Kapur), but things get complicated when a second man, Sooraj (also Kapur), surfaces and shares Arjun’s face

Cast & Performances

• Aditya Roy Kapur shines in a dual role, transforming into the polished Arjun and the rough-edged Sooraj. Critics agree that while Kapur pulled off the contrast well, the screenplay occasionally fails to keep ghosts of clichés at bay.
• Mrunal Thakur brings a stoic determination to Inspector Shivani, although some reviewers felt her performance was too subdued.
• Ronit Roy is convincing as the ambitious yet ethical ACP, adding gravitas to the police force.

Final Verdict

Gumraah delivers a taut, twist-filled thriller anchored by Aditya Roy Kapur’s credible dual act and a moody atmosphere. While the second half thrives on suspense, flaws in pacing and excessive flashbacks dull the impact. Ultimately, it stands as a competent, if uneven, crime thriller, notably better if you’re new to the original material or drawn to its core concept.