Saif Ali Khan starrer ‘Kartavya’ has officially hit Netflix. And the gritty cop drama has been receiving mixed reviews so far from both critics and the audience.
Kartavya Movie: Review
Saif Ali Khan’s nuanced and restrained performances. But glaring flaws such as an underutilised supporting cast and attempts to tackle too many social issues (caste, child abuse, corruption) stand in its way.
Kartavya Movie: Release Details
Kartavya released worldwide on 15th May, 2026. The film is directed by Pulkit of Bhakshak fame and produced by Gauri Khan under her banner Red Chillies Productions.
Kartavya Movie: Full Cast
Kartavya’s cast is headlined by Saif Ali Khan. Other cast members include Rasika Duggal, Sanjay Mishra and Saurabh Dwivedi. The film marks the official debut of Saurabh Dwivedi, who’s enjoyed an illustrious career as a journalist.
Kartavya Movie: Plot
Kartavya revolves around a policeman named SHO Pawan Malik in Jhilmil town, who’s tasked with protecting a journalist and her entourage. But when he’s killed, Pawan must navigate through personal and emotional conflict, amidst the corruption that seemingly infests Jhilmil.
Kartavya Movie: Rating
Kartavya does have some highlights such as Saif Ali Khan’s performance and a grounded setting. However, the flaws in this case, like a weak villain, an underutilised supporting cast and a derivative screenplay, weigh the film down. Hence, it can be rated 3 out of 5.
Kartavya Movie: Languages
Kartavya has released solely in Hindi.
Kartavya Movie: Genre
Kartavya is a slow burn crime drama with hints of social drama and noir thrillers as well.
Disclaimer: This review of Kartavya is based on information that is taken from the public domain. The Sunday Guardian won’t be responsible for any discrepancies.
