Backhand

A seemingly ordinary man, Vikram, leads a double life as a contract killer to support his ailing mother and estranged family. When a high-profile assassination target intersects with his personal life, Vikram finds himself entangled in a dangerous web of deceit, morality, and survival. He must navigate treacherous alliances and confront his own conscience as his two worlds threaten to collide.

Backhand was met with mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising Kay Kay Menon's performance and the film's taut thriller elements. However, some found the plot predictable and the pacing uneven in parts.

• Praise for Kay Kay Menon's intense and nuanced performance.

• Commendations for the film's suspenseful atmosphere and thriller elements.

• Criticism regarding occasional predictability and pacing issues.

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The film marked Nishikant Kamat's directorial debut in Hindi cinema, after his success with the Marathi film 'Dombivali Fast'.