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FIR review: Vishnu Vishal’s film is a taut thriller with smart twists

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FIR review: Vishnu Vishal’s film is a taut thriller with smart twists

You rarely see a film with a Muslim protagonist made in a Tamil cinema. Debut producer Manu Anand’s largely engrossing thriller FIR delves into the way we view people in terms of race. What’s immediately pleasing about the film is that it doesn’t try to preach why it’s wrong to judge people on the basis of religion. Instead, it makes us feel the pain of the movie’s protagonist being a proud Indian.

Vishnu Vishal plays Irfan Ahmed, a chemical engineer from IIT Madras who works in a small company but has big dreams. For a long time, he has been interviewing for a dream job. One question that haunted him everywhere he went was – are you religious? Irfan lives with his mother who works in the police department. He has a group of close friends, a girlfriend who lives in another city.

As we trace the life of Irfan Ahmed, we also see a parallel story where an investigative agency is looking for a fearsome terrorist named Abubakar Abdullah who is apparently planning a massive terrorist attack. Gautham Menon, who heads the agency, is working closely with a team to arrest Abubakar Abdullah before he wreaks havoc. When Irfan is accidentally caught on a mission for Abdullah, his life is turned upside down.

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FIR, from first-time writer-director, hits a solid punch. Not only does it manage to keep the script lively, but even with a dozen key characters, it’s consistently engaging. Unlike most Tamil movies, FIR isn’t hero-centric, and that’s what makes it refreshingly different. This is one of those films where each character plays a big role and holds the film together. Manu Anand’s understanding of how Indian investigative agencies work is impressive. The terrorist angle as a backdrop is another key aspect of the film that is rarely explored in Tamil films. Doing this skillfully and not overdoing it in the process makes FIR one of the better commercial films in the field.

Vishnu Vishal continues to support and pick films that get him out of his comfort zone. After a huge success with the psychopathic killer thriller Ratsasan (now in a Hindi remake of Akshay Kumar as Mission Cinderella), he pushed boundaries as an actor and producer in FIR. The film gave him plenty of room to show off his acting skills. As someone eager to prove his loyalty and innocence to his country, the actor’s performance is genuine.

One of the highlights of the movie is its female characters and how they’ve been used effectively. Raiza Wilson, Reba Monica John and Manjima Mohan have solid parts to play with each one of them getting at least one scene where they leave their mark. Raiza’s portrayal of a Muslim intelligence agent is particularly interesting. Filmmaker Gautham Menon, whose recent good stint as an actor, continues with FIR, in which he plays the chief of the intelligence agency – a character that fits him like a glove. Composer Aswath helps in elevating the tension of the story with his pulsating background score. 

FIR has some smart, well-written twists for a thriller. As the twists untangle themselves in the end, the film feels more complete.

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Film: FIR

Director: Manu Anand

Cast: Vishnu Vishal, Manjima Mohan, Reba Monica John, Raiza Wilson and Gautham Vasudev Menon

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Saif Ali Khan accepts he needs security after stabbing incident ‘You must lock doors and be careful’

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Saif Ali Khan accepts he needs security after stabbing incident ‘You must lock doors and be careful’

Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan has opened up about increasing security after a traumatic stabbing incident in January. Khan, who had to undergo multiple surgeries, discussed his belief in security before the incident and the lessons he learned. He emphasized the importance of locking doors and being cautious, as many people do not have access to security Khan also.

Saif Ali Khan, a popular Bollywood actor, has faced criticism for working with Pakistani actor Fawad Khan in the film Abir Gulaal. The actor suffered multiple injuries and underwent multiple surgeries before being discharged after being hospitalized for five days. Following the incident, security at his residence was intensified and he hired Ronit Roy’s agency, Security.

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Saif is set to star in the Siddharth Anand-backed Netflix film Jewel Thief: The Heist Begins, directed by Kookie Gulati and Robbie Grewal. The heist action thriller stars Jaideep Ahlawat, Nikita Dutta, and Kunal Kapoor in lead roles. It is scheduled to premiere on 25 April and Protection, also known as AceSquad Security LLP, for his protection emphasized the need.

Ridhi Dogra has responded to backlash over working with Fawad Khan, stating that she collaborated with him when the government permitted it. She also co-stars with Fawad Khan and Vaani Kapoor in Abir Gulaal. Dogra expressed her anger over the Pahalgam terror attack, which resulted in at least 26 people losing their lives for smarter security measures.

Dogra posted a note on X, formerly known as Twitter, expressing her anger over the terrorist attacks in Kashmir. She argued that it is time for good Muslims to reject the monsters and call them out, breaking ties with people and places that remain silent or have ties elsewhere. We take so much for granted. You must lock doors and be careful. It’s the reality of Dogra added that it is time to stop being gracious for monsters in the name of humanity.

In other news, Bollywood actress Ridhi Dogra has responded to backlash over working with Pakistani actor Fawad Khan in Abir Gulaal, stating that she can open her arms and close them too when needed Mumbai, April 2025 — Bollywood actor Saif Ali Khan has broken his silence following the recent stabbing incident on a film set, acknowledging the importance of personal security and expressing gratitude that the situation was brought under control without more.

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The incident occurred last week during the shooting of a film in Mumbai when a man and crew in the entertainment world. reportedly gained unauthorized access to the set and You grow up thinking this kind of thing won’t happen to you, but it attempted to attack a crew member with a sharp object. While Saif was not harmed, the close call has prompted the actor to reflect on Speaking to the media for the first time since.

He admitted that while fame often comes with public attention, it can also bring unexpected and sometimes dangerous situations. “You never think someone will just walk in with a knife. It’s unsettling,” Saif added. “I’ve always liked my independence, but this has been a wake-up call The actor confirmed that he will tighter protocols will be enforced on set, especially in.

Crowded or public shooting locations. The film’s production team has also issued a statement, confirming that enhanced measures are now in place Mumbai Police have taken the accused into custody and are investigating the motives behind the attack. Industry insiders say the event has sparked broader discussions about security for celebrities The incident, Saif said, “ does. today’s world.”

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