Daldal X (Twitter) review: Bhumi Pednekar’s psychological cop thriller wins hearts, fans call her ‘star performer’ and also laud Samara Tijori

Bhumi Pednekar’s gripping psychological thriller has recently dropped all the episodes on Prime Video, and netizens are now sharing their initial views on the same. While many lauded Bhumi’s performance as a twisted cop, others were left mesmerized by Samara Tijori’s solid charm that keeps you hooked. Directed by Amrit Raj Gupta, Daldal centers around DCP Rita Ferreira, a Mumbai cop who investigates spine-chilling murder cases. As Daldal lands on OTT, here’s what viewers have to say about the dark series.

How are netizens reacting to Daldal?

Prime Video’s original thriller series titled Daldal has recently dropped the episodes. Featuring Bhumi Pednekar as a tough cop, Daldal is adapted from the novel Bhendi Bazaar by Vish Dhamija. The gritty whodunnit has buzzed the social media with various binge-watchers, who shared early reviews on the same. From lauding Bhumi Pednekar’s striking performance to the unsettling intuition thoughts and Samara Tijori’s wow acting charms, netizens are impressed with the slow-burn thriller. 

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A fan commented on Amrit Raj Gupta’s series by praising Bhumi’s performance, “@bhumipednekar is a star performer in Daldal. Another one applauded the intense narrative and also the captivating performances and wrote, “Brilliant storytelling keeps you hooked in Daldal. Powerful performances by Bhumi Pednekar, Samara Tijori, and Aditya Rawal make this gripping series a must-watch.”

Samara Tijori, who plays an inquisitive journalist in the thrilling series, leaves netizens impressed with her standout performance. From fine facial expressions to the solid dialogue delivery, many fans lauded Samara’s creative flair alongside Bhumi Pednekar. “It’s rare to see such screen presence. #SamaraTijori is absolutely compelling in #Daldal. A standout performance,” shared a fan.

A major portion of the viewers admired Bhumi’s cop avatar and called her a perfect fit for the layered role. “Something new & unexpected. Saw #BhumiPednekar stepping into this zone for the first time, and it’s surprising. She fits in it naturally! #Daldal,” wrote another.

Apart from the positive response, Daldal also met with some critical comments on Bhumi Pednekar’s lips and stiff facial expressions. A user recalled her previous aesthetics when she had the potential and wrote, “Bhumi Pednekar literally had insane potential, and the girl knew how to act, but now everything about her seems so off. her face is just so stiff that it actually ruins your watching experience and don't even get me started on those weirdass lips....  you'll be missed old bhumi #Daldal.”

What is the plot of Daldal?

Bhumi Pednekar headlines Prime Video’s (accessible with OTTplay Premium top-up plan) psychological cop thriller as DCP Rita Ferreira, who embarks on a twisted hunt to trace a serial killer while battling her own inner conflicts. Directed by Amrit Raj Gupta, the series also features Aditya Rawal and Samara Tijori in pivotal roles. Set against the backdrop of Mumbai’s criminal underbelly and uncontrollable drug obsession, Daldal takes you on an immersive ride with dark traumas and murder investigations.

Daldal FAQs:

Q: Is Daldal out on OTT?

A: Yes, Daldal is now streaming on Prime Video (via OTTplay Premium top-up plan).

Q: Who is the creative mind behind Daldal?

A: Daldal was created by Suresh Triveni and directed by Amrit Raj Gupta. 

Q: Who plays the lead in Daldal?

A: Bhumi Pednekar headlines the series as DCP Rita Ferreira, who juggles with her investigative cases and inner demons.