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Kartavya

Kartavya

Now Streaming · May 15, 2026 · 2h 29m · Crime, Drama

Critics' Average:2.6/5(9 reviews)

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Kartavya is a gritty Netflix crime thriller starring Saif Ali Khan as a police officer caught between his duty, and protecting his family. As threats close in, he must decide how far he is willing to go in a morally grey fight against corruption, and danger.

Where To Watch

Kartavya

Netflix

Cast & Crew

Pulkit

PulkitDirector, Writer

Critics' Verdict

Kartavya is anchored by Saif Ali Khan’s convincing performance and a socially relevant crime-drama premise, but predictable plotting and an underwhelming climax prevent its serious themes from landing with full force.

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Critics Reviews

NDTV.comAdani Group

3/5

NDTV calls Kartavya a taut, gritty thriller that keeps you hooked, with Saif Ali Khan returning to cop mode in strong form. The review praises its layered twists, Rasika Dugal’s sincerity and the way its personal and political storylines connect.

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Indianexpress.comIndian Express Group

1.5/5

Indian Express calls Kartavya a generic and formulaic crime thriller that wastes a strong cast led by Saif Ali Khan, Rasika Dugal and Sanjay Mishra. The review says Saif tries hard, but lazy writing, stock characters and predictable social-crime elements make the film forgettable.

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IndiaTVNews.comIndependent News Service

2.5/5

India TV says Kartavya is a realistic cop drama led by Saif Ali Khan, and Sanjay Mishra, but it struggles to reach a strong emotional or dramatic high. The review praises the performances and social crime setup, while noting that the film’s pacing, and execution hold it back.

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Filmibeat.comGreynium

3.5/5

Filmibeat says Kartavya is a gripping caste crime thriller that tackles duty, conscience and social injustice in a small Haryana town. The review praises Saif Ali Khan’s strong performance and the film’s sharp ideas, though it says cautious storytelling and polished treatment reduce its overall impact.

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Koimoi.comContests2win.com

3/5

Koimoi says Kartavya has strong themes, and Saif Ali Khan’s flawless performance, but the film is weakened by a scattered storyline. The review says it feels like two powerful short films awkwardly stitched together, with both tracks diluting each other’s emotional impact.

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News18.comReliance Industries

2.5/5

News18 says Kartavya is driven by Saif Ali Khan’s strong performance, but the film gets tangled in its own confused storytelling. The review says it wastes Rasika Dugal’s talent, and struggles to turn its social crime drama setup into a gripping watch.

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Videos

Trailer — Kartavya

Kartavya | Official Trailer | Saif Ali Khan, Rasika D, Sanjay M & Saurabh D | Pulkit

Video Clip 1 — Kartavya

Shah Rukh Called Saif for Kartavya | Rasika, Manish, Ruchikaa | Netflix Film

Video Clip 2 — Kartavya

Saif Ali Khan Says Kantaben Is The REAL Star | Kartavya Cast Interview

Video Clip 3 — Kartavya

Kartavya cast opens up on Bollywood struggles, typecasting and powerful industry lessons

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Saif Ali Khan Kartavya Trailer Out...Fans Go Crazy Over Dark Cop Role! Saurabh Dwivedi | Netflix

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Saif Ali Khan interview | Rasika Dugal | Manish Chaudhari | Kartavya

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Movie Info

Kartavya is a gritty Netflix crime thriller starring Saif Ali Khan as a police officer caught between his duty, and protecting his family. As threats close in, he must decide how far he is willing to go in a morally grey fight against corruption, and danger.

DirectorPulkit

Produced byGauri Khan

BannerRed Chillies Entertainment

Written byPulkit

Casting DirectorMukesh Chhabra

GenreCrime, Drama

LanguageHindi

Release date15 May 2026

StatusNow Streaming

Streaming PartnersNetflix

Running time149 minutes

CountryIndia

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