★★★★☆ (4/5) – A razor-sharp thriller that cuts through Bollywood’s noise.
This "open ending" frustrated some viewers but delighted critics. It reinforces the title: Ittefaq (Coincidence). We will never know the absolute truth, just like in real life. Ittefaq Movie
: Despite its experimental nature, the film was a "Silver Jubilee" hit and is counted among Rajesh Khanna's 17 consecutive hit films between 1969 and 1971. The 2017 Remake: Modern Noir ★★★★☆ (4/5) – A razor-sharp thriller that cuts
On the same night, in another part of the city, a young, hot-headed architect named Dev (Sidharth Malhotra) has a violent argument with his wealthy, much older wife, Nikki Sharma (Sonakshi Sinha). During a heated scuffle, Nikki falls and hits her head. Panicking, Dev flees the scene. In a rain-soaked chase, he hijacks a car—which, coincidentally, belongs to Vikram Sethi. We will never know the absolute truth, just
The Ittefaq movie tackles several pressing social issues, including the complexities of marriage, the objectification of women, and the flaws in the justice system. Through Shankar and Savita's relationship, the film critiques the societal expectations placed on couples, particularly women, and the consequences of not conforming to these norms.
as Vikram Sethi: An acclaimed writer and the primary suspect.