Review: 'Murder Mubarak' is an engaging whodunit that grips and intrigues you throughout

Produced by : Maddock Films

Producer : Dinesh Vijan 

Director - Homi Adajania 

Cast - Pankaj Tripathi, Sara Ali Khan, Vijay Varma, Karisma Kapoor, Dimple Kapadia, Tisca Chopra, Sanjay Kapoor, Suhail Nayyar 

Duration – 141 minutes 

An Intriguing Whodunit

One can never get bored of a murder mystery as it often compels the audience to put on their detective hats and try solving the case. A good and gripping murder mystery is filled with unexpected turns and nail-biting cliffhangers. Presently gracing the screens of Netflix's Murder Mubarak' is a new offering poised to deliver an immersive encounter that encompasses the quintessential allure of a murder mystery. 

The story revolves around the sumptuous precincts of the Royal Delhi Club, an enclave reserved exclusively for the privileged echelons of society.  Following an extravagant party, the club is rent asunder by a heinous act of murder. Entrusted with the herculean task of deciphering this case is ACP Bhavani Singh, deftly portrayed by the multifaceted Pankaj Tripathi.

As Bhavani Singh plunges into the abyss of the crime, a myriad of club denizens, including Bambi Todi (Sara Ali Khan), Aakash Dogra (Vijay Varma), Shehnaz Noorani (Karisma Kapoor), Cookie Katoch (Dimple Kapadia), Roshni Batra (Tisca Chopra), Rannvijay Singh (Sanjay Kapoor), Yash Batra (Suhail Nayyar), Ganga (Tara Alisha Berry), and Gappi (Brijendra Kala), find themselves under the intense glare of suspicion. Each person harbours veiled motivations, fostering an atmosphere of suspense and intrigue, and compelling the audience to have an enthralling experience. 

At the core of every captivating murder mystery lies a complex puzzle waiting to be solved, drawing audiences into a thrilling adventure of twists and turns. In 'Murder Mubarak', viewers are invited to join the investigation alongside the resourceful Bhavani Singh, piecing together clues and uncovering the truth together.

Keeps You Guessing

This film weaves an intricate storyline filled with unexpected surprises that will keep you on the edge of your seat. The detailed settings finely crafted by director Homi Adajania is commendable. Based on Anuja Chauhan's novel 'Club You To Death', the screenplay by Gazal Dhaliwal and Suprotim Sengupta enhances the overall experience.

Whodunits mainly lie on the ability to keep you guessing and wondering and that is also what Murder Mubarak does with panache. With a diverse cast, each member brings something unique to the table, ensuring an engaging journey from start to finish. Pankaj Tripathi shines as ACP, supported by a talented ensemble cast that keeps the excitement alive throughout the film.

Overall, the film manages to keep the mystery captivating, maintaining its intriguing charm until the very end, leaving viewers intrigued throughout. 

Directed by Homi Adajania, Produced by Maddock Films, with Producer Dinesh Vijan, Co-producers Sharada Karki Jalota and Poonam Shivdasani, this weekend, crash on your couch and be entertained with this superbly amazing murder mystery 'Murder Mubarak'

Rating - ***1/2 (3.5/5)