Dev Patel has discussed his reluctance to take on a role like James Bond, yet the narrative of this rather unoriginal revenge story seems to draw inspiration from those accounts, also echoing elements of his 2018 film, "Hotel Mumbai." The plot centers around him ("Kid"), who habitually wears a monkey mask for wrestling matches and suffers beatings that serve a larger design. His plan begins to take shape when he orchestrates a discreet operation targeting “Queenie” (Ashwini Kalsekar), the owner of an exclusive gentleman’s club, earning himself a position as kitchen staff—scrubbing toilets and washing dishes. This is merely a stepping stone, however, as he forms a connection with "Alphonso" (Pitobash), a drug dealer who owns a souped-up tuk-tuk, and quickly moves up to become a waiter serving the corrupt elite of the city’s society. Throughout his rising status, we are shown glimpses into his past—revealing the violence that led to his current vengeful state. The story unfolds against a backdrop of political unrest, with an election approaching, and he realizes there's a complex web of intrigue involving both secular and religious conspirators. He also receives guidance from a wise monk, "Alpha" (Vipin Sharma), who assists him in strengthening his mind and body as the film heads toward a predictable conclusion—one that’s easily anticipated by anyone familiar with “John Wick.” While Patel possesses undeniable charm, it isn't quite what this movie requires; it needs something more inventive to prevent the lengthy two-hour runtime from feeling monotonous and formulaic. It’s not offensively bad, but ultimately doesn’t achieve much of significance.

On September 22, 2026
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