What should you anticipate from a film produced by Anurag Kashyap? It’s likely to be gripping, raw, and intense—often all at once! The trailer for Stolen certainly falls into the latter category, showcasing the mark of its talented producers: Anurag Kashyap, Kiran Rao, Nikkhil Advani, and Vikramaditya Motwane.
Overview of Stolen
Directed by Karan Tejpal, Stolen is a thriller that quickly establishes its narrative. The film follows Gautam, who arrives at a railway station in the early hours to pick up his brother Raman for a lavish wedding. However, their plans take a sharp turn when they encounter Jhumpa, a desperate mother searching for her kidnapped baby.
The Conflict
What unfolds next is a conflict: Raman is eager to help Jhumpa, while Gautam firmly wants to avoid getting involved. This pivotal moment, occurring just 20 seconds into the trailer, leaves viewers puzzled about the unfolding events.
You might find yourself rewinding and rewatching, attempting to unravel what Stolen is truly about—a baby, an identity, or perhaps a life? The case of mistaken identity leads to a thrilling chase, brilliantly portrayed by Abhishek Banerjee, as his character navigates a complex maze.
Trailer Analysis
The pace of the trailer mirrors the intensity of a classic Kashyap thriller, featuring quick cuts, intense expressions, and no dialogues—just frustrated protagonists. It elevates the experience beyond typical thriller clichés, promising a compelling story of survival without getting tangled in predictable elements.
Despite watching the trailer multiple times, I found it just as elusive as my initial viewing of Ugly or the first glimpse of Raman Raghav. At one point, I thought, “Humse Naa Ho Paayega!” I’m curious when Anurag Kashyap himself will return with a thunderous film, while he continues to support these remarkable stories behind the scenes.
Release Information
Stolen stars Abhishek Banerjee, Mia Maelzer, Shubham Vardhan, Harish Khanna, and Sahidur Rahaman and is set to release on June 4, 2025, on Prime Video. Meanwhile check the trailer, if you are yet to catch it:
