Imagine a city where the streets are a battleground, and the line between right and wrong is blurred. Welcome to Kolkata, where the sounds of laughter and music fill the air, but beneath the surface, a different story unfolds. This is the world of “Khaki: The Bengal Chapter,” a new web series from filmmaker Neeraj Pandey, which promises to show a different side of Bengal.
The story begins with the kidnapping of a powerful politician’s grandson, and the honest and brave police officer, Saptarishi Sinha, is tasked with finding him. As Saptarishi delves deeper into the case, he encounters the local don, Shankar Barua, aka Bagha, who rules the streets with an iron fist. Bagha’s reign of terror is backed by the powerful politician, Barun Roy, who uses him to maintain his grip on the city.
But when Saptarishi is marty!red, a new player enters the scene – the supercop, Arjun Maitra. Arjun is a rule-breaker who will stop at nothing to teach the culprits a lesson. As he takes on Bagha and his cohorts, the city becomes a war zone. Will Arjun be able to clean up the streets of Kolkata, or will the forces of evil prevail?
The series is a thrilling ride, full of twists and turns, and the director duo of Debattama Mandal and Tushar Kantile does an excellent job of keeping the tension high. The setting of Bengal, with its unique culture and dialect, adds a fresh flavor to the story. The cast, including Jisshu Sengupta, Prosenjit Chatterjee, Saswata Chatterjee, and Parambrata Chatterjee, delivers strong performances.
Ritwick Bhomik and Adil Khan, who play the roles of Sagor and Ranjit, respectively, are standout performers. Chitrangada Singh and Akanksha Singh also deliver decent performances. The series is technically sound, with Tushar Kantile’s camera work and Praveen Kathikuloth’s editing being particularly noteworthy. The music, composed by Jeet Gannguli, is also commendable, especially the opening song “Ek Aur Rang Bhi Dekhiye Bengal Ka.”
While the series is engaging, it’s not without its flaws. The story is predictable, and the characters of Parambrata and Saswata are underutilized. Prosenjit’s character also lacks depth. Additionally, the series is graphic and violent, which may not be to everyone’s taste.
Overall, “Khaki: The Bengal Chapter” is a gripping crime thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. If you’re a fan of the genre, you’ll enjoy this series, but be prepared for the intense violence and gore.
Watch the trailer here:
Review:
“Khaki: The Bengal Chapter” is a must-watch for fans of crime thrillers. With its unique setting, engaging storyline, and strong performances, it’s a series that will keep you hooked. Just be prepared for the intense violence and gore.
- Direction: 4/5
- Performances: 4/5
- Storyline: 3.5/5
- Music: 4/5
- Technical aspects: 4/5
