Mumbai, November 8 (Udaipur Kiran) — Director Umesh Shukla, known for his hit film Oh My God (2012), returns with a new genre-blending dark comedy-thriller, Ek Chatur Naar, which is now streaming on Netflix India. The film, which had its theatrical release earlier this year, began streaming on the platform from November 7, 2025.
🎬 When and Where to Watch
Ek Chatur Naar is now available to stream exclusively on Netflix India. Subscribers can watch the film anytime from November 7, 2025, following its successful theatrical run in September.
🕵️♀️ Plot and Premise
A mix of thriller, black comedy, and social satire, Ek Chatur Naar follows Mamta (Divya Khosla), a sharp yet seemingly naive widow from a small Indian town who stumbles upon the lost phone of a corrupt business tycoon (Neil Nitin Mukesh). Seeing an opportunity to escape poverty, she devises a risky blackmail plan — but what begins as a clever scheme soon spirals into a web of deception, greed, and power games.
The film’s trailer teases a narrative filled with unexpected twists, dark humour, and moral dilemmas as Mamta finds herself battling both corruption and her conscience.
⭐ Cast and Crew
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Divya Khosla as Mamta
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Neil Nitin Mukesh as the corrupt tycoon
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Chhaya Kadam, Rajat Bhatt, Heli Daruwala, and Rajniesh Duggall in pivotal supporting roles
Directed by Umesh Shukla, the film is produced by Zeeshan Ahmad, Ashish Wagh, and Umesh Shukla under the banner of Merry Go Round Studios.
🎭 Critical Reception
Upon its theatrical release, Ek Chatur Naar received mixed to positive reviews from both critics and audiences. Praise was directed toward Divya Khosla’s performance and the film’s darkly comic tone, while some critics noted its uneven pacing. The film currently holds an IMDb rating of 8.8/10, reflecting strong audience engagement since its OTT debut.
💬 Why Watch
Ek Chatur Naar is a smart blend of satire, suspense, and social commentary, showcasing Umesh Shukla’s signature ability to balance humour with thought-provoking themes. With solid performances and a clever script, it offers a refreshing Indian take on the dark comedy-thriller genre.
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