Plot Summary
ACP Dev Ambre, a courageous and unorthodox Mumbai police officer, suffers memory loss following an accident. Prior to the incident, he was investigating the murder of his colleague, ACP Rohan D'Silva. As Dev retraces his steps to solve the case anew, he unravels a complex web of deceit and betrayal, leading to startling revelations about his own past.
Production Details
Director: Rosshan Andrrews
Producers: Siddharth Roy Kapur, Umesh KR Bansal
Screenplay: Bobby–Sanjay, Abbas Dalal, Hussain Dalal, Arshad Syed, Sumit Arora
Cinematography: Amit Roy
Editing: A. Sreekar Prasad
Music: Jakes Bejoy (score), Vishal Mishra and Jakes Bejoy (songs)
Release and Reception
"Deva" was released theatrically on January 31, 2025. The film received mixed reviews from critics. Shahid Kapoor's performance was widely praised; however, critiques were directed at the screenplay and the film's climax. The movie struggled at the box office, with worldwide gross earnings reported between ₹51.58 crore and ₹59 crore.
Streaming Availability
For home viewers, "Deva" is available for streaming on Netflix.
Critical Reviews
M9 News commented that Shahid Kapoor "shines in this gripping cop thriller," noting the film's fast-paced action and strong performances, though mentioning a loss of momentum in the second half.
Film Information described the narrative as centering on a "brave police inspector who spares no one," highlighting the protagonist's journey in solving his colleague's murder amidst personal challenges.
For a visual glimpse into the film, you can watch the official trailer here:
Please note that viewer discretion is advised due to the film's action-packed and intense sequences.
Deva | Official Trailer