With the upcoming release of Sector 36, Hindi film lovers on Netflix are all set to witness another thrilling crime drama. Starring Vikrant Massey and Deepak Dobriyal in lead roles, the film is generating buzz among fans and critics alike.
Directed by debutant Aditya Nimbalkar and produced by Maddock Films in collaboration with Jio Studios, the movie will be available for streaming on Netflix from September 13, 2024. Earlier on August 22, 2024, the movie had its international premiere at the 15th Indian Film Festival of Melbourne.
What’s the film Sector 36 about?
Sector 36 is a terrifying narrative that delves into the dark realm of crime and justice while following the horrific story of a string of kidnappings in a slum region. The main plot of the movie is the cat-and-mouse pursuit between Vikrant Massey’s character, Inspector Ram Charan Pandey, and Deepak Dobriyal’s character, who plays the enigmatic serial killer. Inspector Pandey learns as he continues his inquiry that the issue is more personal than he first thought because several of the missing children are from his slum community. The teaser teases a high-stakes chase where morality is continuously called into question and emotions are running high.
Is Sector 36 based on true stories?
Yes, Sector 36 is somewhat based on the Nithari killings or the 2006 Noida serial killings. Numerous children and young women were abducted, sexually assaulted, and killed in these horrifying events that took place in the Indian town of Nithari, Noida. The case’s graphic details as well as the investigation that followed revealed a string of horrifying atrocities carried out over time, which stunned the country. The movie takes cues from these actual occurrences and incorporates them into a crime thriller that is fictitious and examines the intricacies of a well-known case along with the psychological and sociological aspects that surround it.
Watch the trailer below
Ahead of the film release, Netflix has dropped a teaser trailer for Sector 36, which has already generated a lot of buzz on social media. In sharp contrast to his prior roles, netizens have complimented Vikrant Massey for his portrayal of a terrifying antagonist. All the more, known for delivering powerful performances, Deepak Dobriyal gives the story more depth by playing a determined inspector who is up against the clock and the odds.
What we have so far learned from the early reviews from the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne, critics have liked the performances of both the lead characters. For viewers, it will interesting to witness Massey’s ability to transform from a hero in 12th Fail to a dark character that evokes fear and dread in Sector 36.
Where to Watch/Stream Sector 36?
Sector 36 will premiere on Netflix on September 13, 2024. The film’s intriguing storyline, inspired by true events, promises a gripping watch for fans of the crime thriller genre.
Cast & Credits for Sector 36
Directed by Aditya Nimbalkar in his directorial debut, the film is penned by Bodhayan Roychaudhury. The production is led by Dinesh Vijan’s Maddock Films, known for bringing compelling and unconventional stories to the screen. In a recent interview, Vikrant Massey spoke about the challenges of stepping into the shoes of a layered and complex character, while Deepak Dobriyal emphasized the script’s focus on class disparity and the unchecked nature of crime.
Cast: Vikrant Massey, Deepak Dobriyal, Akash Khurana
Writer: Bodhayan Roychaudhury
Director: Aditya Nimbalkar
Producers: Dinesh Vijan & Jyoti Deshpande
Banner: Maddock Films & Jio Studios
Release Date: September 13
Some other Vikrant Massey starrer films we posted earlier: Detour (a short film), Ginny Weds Sunny (2020), and A Death in the Gunj (2026).
Where to watch Sector 36 (2024)
