Indra Movie Review: A crime thriller that misses the mark in execution and emotional depth.

Indra follows the story of a suspended police officer (played by Vasanth Ravi), battling alcoholism and estranged from his wife, Kayal (Mehreen Pirzada). His addiction leads to partial blindness, and in the midst of this personal downfall, he finds Kayal to be the latest victim in a string of serial killings. Just as the investigation appears to be closing in on the killer, a twist introduces a mysterious stranger, shifting the narrative.

Despite being promoted as a serial killer thriller, the film spends a surprising amount of time establishing Indra’s dull routine and broken marriage. The first 15 minutes feel slow and emotionally distant, setting a tone that never quite recovers. While the murders and patterns eventually become central, the storytelling remains surface-level, never fully exploring the psyche of its characters.

To its merit, Indra doesn’t delay getting to the core plot. However, it sticks closely to genre cliches, offering little that feels fresh or gripping. The emotional arcs – especially those involving trauma, PTSD, and a refugee backdrop are touched upon but never developed enough to resonate.

Character development is a major letdown. Indra and Kayal’s relationship lacks depth, and Abhimanyu (played by Sunil), though positioned briefly as the antagonist, adds little substance to the narrative. His role feels more like a distraction than a meaningful addition. The film leans heavily on flashbacks and reveals that feel rushed and emotionally unearned.

Despite solid performances from Vasanth Ravi and Sunil, Indra struggles technically and emotionally. An overpowering background score and flat dialogues weaken the impact, while an underdeveloped script keeps the film from realizing its full potential. What starts with promise ends up a routine crime thriller that lacks depth and engagement.

Indra Movie Rating: 2/5