In a Bollywood landscape obsessed with happy endings, Shaitan dares to say: Sometimes, the devil wins. And the worst part? The devil looks just like you.
, turning her into a "puppet" who carries out his increasingly disturbing and violent commands. Key Characters & Performances Vanraj (R. Madhavan): shaitan. movie
The film is raw, gritty, and hyper-stylized—infused with dark humor, pulsating electronic scores (by Prashant Pillai and Rajiv Menon), and frenetic editing. Nambiar draws from Quentin Tarantino and Guy Ritchie’s energy while rooting the story in Mumbai’s seedy underbelly. The nonlinear narrative and shocking violence earned it an “A” certificate. In a Bollywood landscape obsessed with happy endings,
"Shaitan" received positive reviews from critics for its gripping storyline, strong performances, and effective direction by Bejoy Nambiar. The film premiered at the 2012 London Indian Film Festival and was later released in India and internationally. , turning her into a "puppet" who carries
