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Detective Byomkesh Bakshy

Detective Byomkesh Bakshy

Now Streaming · Apr 3, 2015 · 2h 30m · Drama, Suspense
Critics' Average:3.3/5(9 reviews)
Box Office27.05 Cr
Detective Byomkesh Bakshy
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In 1943 Calcutta, young Byomkesh Bakshy takes his first case when Ajit asks him to find his missing father. The investigation uncovers murder, drug trafficking and a much larger conspiracy.

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Detective Byomkesh Bakshy! was praised for its detailed 1940s Calcutta setting, stylish direction and strong performances, though several critics found it slow and overlong. The positive reviews did not translate into strong theatrical business.

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11% Negative
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Dnaindia.com
Dnaindia.comZee Media Corp Ltd
3.5/5
DNA India praises Sushant Singh Rajput’s convincing transformation, the detailed period setting and Dibakar Banerjee’s distinctive treatment, while noting that the mystery can feel slow in parts.
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Hindustantimes.com
Hindustantimes.comHT Media
3.5/5
Hindustan Times calls it a slow cooked but rewarding thriller, praising its rich atmosphere, detailed filmmaking and Sushant's performance.
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Koimoi.com
Koimoi.comContests2win.com
4/5
Koimoi praises the strong characters, suspense, period detail and tight execution, calling it one of Bollywood's better crime mysteries.
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Taran AdarshBollywood Hungama
2/5
Bollywood Hungama criticizes the slow first half, dragged second half and overloaded screenplay, saying the mystery loses its thrill despite strong production values.
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Filmibeat.com
Filmibeat.comGreynium
3/5
Filmibeat praises the cinematic treatment, period atmosphere and performances, calling it a well-made and engaging detective film.
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TimesofIndia.comTimes Group
3.5/5
TOI praises the production design, Sushant and the chilling climax, but says a shorter runtime would have made the mystery tighter.
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In 1943 Calcutta, young Byomkesh Bakshy takes his first case when Ajit asks him to find his missing father. The investigation uncovers murder, drug trafficking and a much larger conspiracy.

DirectorDibakar Banerjee
Produced byAditya Chopra
BannerYash Raj Films, Dibakar Banerjee
Written byDibakar Banerjee
Music CompanyYRF Music
GenreDrama, Suspense
LanguageHindi
Release date3 April 2015
StatusNow Streaming
Streaming PartnersNetflix
Running time150 minutes
CountryIndia

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