‘Kahaani’ actress Vidya Balan’s forthcoming film titled ‘Neeyat’ is all set for its theatrical release on 7th July 2023. Helmed by Anu Menon, it’s being described as a mystery crime whodunnit where Vidya Balan will be essaying the lead role of an unconventional detective Mira Rao. The film is a co-production between Abundantia Entertainment and Prime Video.
The film’s story revolves around a murder which takes place at billionaire Ashish Kapoor’s birthday bash. Now, the protagonist Mira Rao must use her astute investigative skills to unravel the mystery by examining the clues and several suspects.
Besides the ever-dependable Vidya Balan in the lead role, ‘Neeyat’ also boasts of a truly talented ensemble supporting cast which includes Ram Kapoor, Rahul Bose, Neeraj Kabi, Niki Walia, Shahana Goswami, and Shashank Arora, amongst others.
After yesterday’s intriguing teaser, the makers have now unveiled the film’s full trailer. ‘Neeyat’ trailer starts off in scenic Scotland where a hotshot business tycoon Mr. Kapoor is hosting his high-profile guests on his birthday. Amidst the celebrations, a murder happens and that’s when CBI officer Mira Rao enters the picture. But sadly, the trailer is not as gripping and atmospheric as the film’s teaser. It’s not very well-cut and has some poor dialogues. But the production values look good.
Like we pointed out yesterday, ‘Neeyat’ has been giving ‘Knives Out’ vibes in the way that both ‘Neeyat’ and ‘Knives Out’ are whodunnits, have multiple characters who belong to an affluent background and a peculiar detective who is out to investigate a murder where the victim’s close ones are the prime suspects. And the earlier ‘Neeyat’ poster even had a knife in it!
Can ‘Neeyat’ be the Indian film industry’s answer to Rian Johnson’s ‘Knives Out’ films. We don’t think so. The trailer didn’t seem to be up to the mark but we hope the full movie will turn out to be much better than that.
Neeyat Trailer –