Maalik | Theatres List

We've seen Rajkummar Rao inhabit an array of characters over the years. Whether by chance or intention, he never repeats himself - each role feels distinctly fresh, the only exception being Stree 2 where he repeated himself. Remarkably, his films either break even or turn into surprise hits. Now comes Maalik, a gangster drama where Rao plays a full-fledged don. But while Rao continues his impressive streak of performances, the film's direction and storytelling don't quite rise to his level this time.

Set in 1980s Allahabad (now Prayagraj), Maalik chronicles the transformation of....