Costao trailer OUT: Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s fierce pursuit of justice shakes Goa’s criminal underworld

A riveting story set against the grimy background of 1990s Goa, the Costao trailer has finally arrived. Sejal Shah, making her directorial debut, has cast Nawazuddin Siddiqui in the lead role, and the ZEE5 (OTTplay Premium) original film looks like it will be a thrilling cinematic experience.

Plot overview of Costao

When Costao premieres on May 1, it will tell the tale of Costao Fernandes, a courageous customs inspector who takes on a criminal empire based on terror, smuggling, and corruption. The trailer makes it clear that he is at odds with the criminal underworld and the establishment he works for due to his unconventional approaches and dogged pursuit of justice.

The part of Costao, an unusual enforcer with a new perspective on his duty. The plot revolves around his character's unwavering determination to stand up against injustice as he confronts a system that is out to break him.

Nawazuddin Siddiqui's character and insight

Costao is not just a story about a customs officer fighting against a ruthless smuggling empire—it's about the cost of standing up to an entire system built on corruption and betrayal," Siddiqui said, describing his character in the film. He emphasised that the line from the movie "Humare society mein sabko chahiye ki Officer honest ho aur brave ho... lekin Ghar mein Nahi" perfectly captures the essence of the story. His character Costao exemplifies this admirably by showing unwavering bravery despite overwhelming obstacles. Along with criminals, he faces a system that is constantly working to undermine him.

Siddiqui is eagerly anticipating the explosive turns, genuine feelings, and unrelenting intensity that Costao will convey to audiences. Suspenseful and thought-provoking, this film will make one wonder about the limits of human tolerance and the lengths to which one man would go in his pursuit of justice.

Supporting cast

Priya Bapat, Hussain Dalal, Gagan Dev Riar, and Kishore Kumar G are all featured in Costao in significant roles. The film depicts a high-stakes adventure as Costao's life takes a perilous turn following a fatal confrontation with the sibling of an infamous drug dealer. He finds himself in the middle of a manhunt and must face his foes head-on, battling for more than just justice—he must also protect his family and find his own way to atonement.

Exciting turns, intense emotions, and a frenzied pace await in this flick. Will Costao be able to stand up to the empire that rules Goa with unwavering bravery, keen instincts, and personal sacrifice? That is the final issue posed by the film as the stakes grow.

Team behind the film

Writing by Bhavesh Mandalia and Meghna Srivastava, Vinod Bhanushali, Kamlesh Bhanushali, Bhavesh Mandalia, Sejal Shah, Shyam Sunder, and Faizuddin Siddiqui are producing it. 

Starting May 1, you can watch Costao online on ZEE5. Prepare yourself for the gripping story of a single man's unwavering quest for justice amidst Goa's smuggling empire.