Cuttputlli

"Cuttputlli," a 2022 Indian Hindi-language psychological crime thriller film directed by Ranjit M. Tewari and produced by Vashu Bhagnani, Jackky Bhagnani, and Deepshikha Deshmukh under Pooja Entertainment, has been captivating audiences since its premiere on Disney+ Hotstar on September 2, 2022.

The film is a remake of the 2018 Tamil movie "Ratsasan," written and directed by Ram Kumar. It boasts a compelling ensemble cast, with Akshay Kumar taking the lead role as SI Arjan Sethi, alongside Rakul Preet Singh, Joshua LeClair, Chandrachur Singh, and Sargun Mehta.

The story unfolds as the lifeless body of a 15-year-old student, Samiksha, brutally murdered, is discovered. Arjan Sethi, an aspiring filmmaker portrayed by Akshay Kumar, finds himself at a crossroads. Rejected by film producers and under family pressure, he joins the Himachal Pradesh Police as a Sub-Inspector, with the assistance of his brother-in-law Narinder Singh, played by Chandrachur Singh.

As Arjan begins his career in law enforcement, he becomes embroiled in a series of gruesome crimes involving young girls. His quest for justice leads him to connect the dots between various abduction cases, despite facing challenges within the police force. His investigation reveals the disturbing modus operandi of a serial killer who targets hearing-impaired girls.

The plot thickens as Arjan's niece, Payal, becomes a potential target, pushing him to work tirelessly to unmask the psychopathic perpetrator behind these heinous acts. With intricate detective work and relentless determination, Arjan gets closer to the truth, unravelling a web of deception, and ultimately, bringing the killer to justice.

"Cuttputlli" keeps viewers on the edge of their seats as it delves into the psyche of a relentless detective and the enigmatic serial killer he pursues. With a suspenseful narrative and a stellar cast, this psychological crime thriller continues to captivate audiences even months after its release.