Costao

Plot

Costao is a gripping 2025 Indian Hindi-language biographical crime drama that chronicles the turbulent rise and fall of a dreaded underworld figure from the gritty alleys of Mumbai. Directed by Sejal Shah, the film follows the life of Costao (played by Nawazuddin Siddiqui), a man born into poverty who ascends the criminal ladder through sheer ruthlessness, street-smarts, and an uncanny ability to manipulate both allies and enemies. As he builds an empire rooted in extortion, smuggling, and political connections, his moral compass deteriorates, leaving a trail of betrayal and bloodshed. Priya Bapat plays a journalist determined to uncover the truth behind Costao’s empire, while Kishore and Hussain Dalal portray key players in the crime syndicate, each wrestling with loyalty and ambition. Mahika Sharma’s character brings a personal dimension, showing the human cost of a life built on violence. The film deftly explores themes of power, redemption, and the illusion of control. As law enforcement closes in and Costao’s world unravels, he is forced to confront the ghosts of his past and the consequences of his choices. Costao is a raw, intense portrayal of a man consumed by his own legend, and the inevitable downfall that follows.

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