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Released on April 25, 2025, Jewel Thief: The Heist Begins is a Hindi action-thriller that blends suspense, style, and strategy into a classic heist narrative. Directed by Kookie Gulati and Robby Grewal, the film stars Saif Ali Khan and Jaideep Ahlawat in lead roles, bringing together a gritty, high-stakes story about crime, betrayal, and survival.
Cast & Characters
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Saif Ali Khan as Rehaan Roy – a master thief, charming yet unpredictable.
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Jaideep Ahlawat as Rajan Aulakh – a menacing gangster pulling the strings.
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Nikita Dutta as Fareeha – a key player with secrets of her own.
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Kunal Kapoor as Vikram Patel – a wildcard in the unfolding plot.
Plot Summary
The story centers on Rehaan Roy, a charismatic yet calculating thief, who is hired by the dangerous Rajan Aulakh to steal one of the world’s rarest gems – The African Red Sun diamond. What begins as a straightforward mission quickly turns chaotic as hidden motives, double-crosses, and twisted loyalties come to light. Rehaan must navigate a deadly game where everyone has something to hide — and the real treasure might not be what it seems.
Music
The film features a moody and modern soundtrack composed by Sachin–Jigar, OAFF–Savera, and Soundtrek–Anees Ali Sabri, with lyrics by Kumar and Soundtrek–Anees Ali.
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The first track, “Jaadu”, was released on April 9, 2025.
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The second song, “Ilzaam”, dropped on April 17, 2025.
Release & Availability
Jewel Thief: The Heist Begins premiered exclusively on Netflix. With a sleek teaser and an intense trailer released ahead of time, it built anticipation among fans of stylish action thrillers.
Critical Reception
The film received mixed to negative reviews from critics:
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Hindustan Times rated it 1/5, calling it “a waste of time.”
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The Indian Express gave it 1/5, describing it as “slow and lifeless.”
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Rediff’s Sukanya Verma also rated it 1/5, stating, “this treasure is empty.”
Despite the star power and a gripping premise, many critics felt the movie didn’t deliver the depth or thrill expected from a heist drama.
Final Thoughts
Jewel Thief: The Heist Begins is a stylized take on a classic heist narrative — packed with suspense, backstabbing, and cinematic flair. While it may not have impressed all critics, fans of the genre might still find it an entertaining one-time watch, especially for Saif Ali Khan’s cool portrayal of a morally grey anti-hero.
