Where to watch:
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- ShemarooMe, Airtel Xstream Play, Plex
- Theatrical Release
- 26 August 2023
- Director
- Ashish Deo
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Rating
- 6.9/10
Storyline
A woman is kidnapped, which forces her to face secrets from her past. The situation reveals hidden affairs and unexpected motives.
“Kidnapped. Unfaithful. Exposed.”
Film Details
6.9Rating
88Minutes
HindiLanguage
Release Date26 August 2023
Parental Guide
Violence
Mild
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Mild
Where to Watch
Vibe & Tags
Mood
darksuspensefulemotional
Themes
survivalcorruptionidentityfamily
Toneintense
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitymoderate
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence3
Emotion4
Humor1
Rewatchability3
Cast & Crew
#1
J
Jeevansh ChadhaActor
→#2
A
ABHINAV GAUTAMActor
→#3
A
Asma SayedActor
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R
Raghav VohraActor
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A
Ashish DeoDirector
→Trivia
- The film's title 'Chalaak' is a Hindi word meaning 'cunning' or 'clever', hinting at the deceptive nature of the characters.
- Director Ashish Deo is also known for his work in television, having directed episodes for popular Indian TV shows before this film.
- The movie was shot primarily in real locations in Mumbai to create a more authentic and gritty atmosphere for the thriller.
- Actress Mansi, who plays the lead, reportedly performed many of her own stunts during the kidnapping sequences.
- The film's soundtrack uses a minimalist score to build tension, relying more on ambient sounds than traditional music.
- It had a limited theatrical release and gained more attention after becoming available on a major streaming platform.
- Some scenes were inspired by real-life news stories about mysterious abductions and marital conflicts in urban India.