In Vishal Bhardwaj's upcoming spy-thriller,
"Khufiya," Tabu takes on the role of a RAW agent on a mission to
apprehend a treacherous insider. Netflix recently unveiled the film's trailer,
with the movie set to premiere on October 5th. This gripping espionage tale
also features Ali Fazal, Wamiqa Gabbi, Ashish Vidyarthi, and Azmeri Haque
Badhon in pivotal roles. "Khufiya" draws inspiration from true events
and is adapted from the book "Escape to Nowhere" authored by Amar
Bhushan, the former Chief of the Counter Espionage Unit of R&AW.
Monika Shergill, Netflix India's VP of Content, expressed
her enthusiasm for "Khufiya," hailing it as a defining spy thriller
by the seasoned storyteller Vishal Bhardwaj. She highlighted the powerhouse
collaboration between Bhardwaj and Tabu, while also praising the talented
ensemble cast and the film's captivating soundtrack, all of which contribute to
its compelling narrative. Shergill emphasized that the movie weaves a story of
love, betrayal, and patriotism, making it a significant addition to Netflix's
film catalog.
Director Vishal Bhardwaj, known for his fascination with
espionage themes, shared his excitement about venturing into the spy genre with
"Khufiya." He mentioned the pleasure of reuniting with Tabu and
collaborating with the talented Ali Fazal and Wamiqa Gabbi for the first time.
Bhardwaj also expressed his satisfaction with the creative partnership with
Netflix, describing it as both exciting and rewarding. He eagerly anticipates
sharing this thrilling and impactful story with Netflix viewers spanning 190 countries.
Tabu, who portrays the role of an R&AW agent in the
film, expressed her delight at working with her favorite director, Vishal
Bhardwaj, for the third time, following their collaborations on
"Haider" and "Maqbool." She praised Bhardwaj's unique
vision and storytelling abilities, underscoring her excitement for Netflix
audiences to witness "Khufiya" on October 5th.
"Khufiya" is directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, with a
screenplay co-written by Vishal Bhardwaj and Rohan Narula. The film is produced
by Vishal Bhardwaj Films, promising an intriguing and suspenseful cinematic
experience for audiences worldwide.