Badla
Badla

Badla

2019Movie120 minHindi

A dynamic young entrepreneur finds herself locked in a hotel room with the corpse of her dead lover. She hires a prestigious lawyer to defend her and they work together to figure out what actually happened.

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IMDb7.1/10
Google Users85%
Director: Sujoy GhoshGenres: Mystery, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

A young businesswoman is implicated in the murder of her lover, a popular writer. She hires a sharp lawyer to defend her, and as they piece together the events of the night, secrets and lies begin to unravel. The lawyer, known for never losing a case, probes every detail to uncover the truth behind the murder and her potential innocence.

Critical Reception

Badla received positive reviews from critics, with particular praise for its taut screenplay, suspenseful narrative, and strong performances, especially from its lead actors. The film was also a commercial success, resonating well with audiences for its engaging mystery and unexpected twists.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its intricate plotting and suspenseful atmosphere.
  • Amitabh Bachchan and Taapsee Pannu deliver compelling performances.
  • The film's twists and turns keep the audience guessing until the very end.

Google audience: Audience reviews highlight the film's gripping narrative, clever script, and the excellent chemistry between the lead actors. Many viewers appreciated the suspense and the satisfying conclusion.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Actor (Amitabh Bachchan) at the Filmfare Awards.

Fun Fact

Badla is a remake of the 2016 Spanish film 'The Invisible Guest' (Contratiempo).

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ProudPittieMom

ProudPittieMom

I'm not one to turn down any movie with Amitabh Bachchan and this was a fun one to watch. Full of twists, turns and dead ends it does keep you guessing. I like this type of mystery once in awhile and the timing was right for me. There is so...