Bloody Daddy

Bloody Daddy

Year: 2023

Runtime: 122 mins

Language: Hindi

Director: Ali Abbas Zafar

Echo Score: 60
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When corrupt police officer Sumair Azad and his partner Jaggi steal a cocaine stash belonging to drug lord Sikandar Chowdhary, Sikandar retaliates by kidnapping Sumair’s son. The night spirals into chaos as Sumair races to recover the lost bag, confronting Gurugram’s drug kingpins, a ruthless crime boss, violent narcotics officers and honest cops alike.

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1

Drug bust in Gurgaon

Sumair Azad and his deputy Jaggi bust a drug deal in Gurgaon, exposing the scale of trafficking. The operation draws the ire of the drug lord Sikandar and sets off a deadly sequence of retaliation. This successful bust becomes the trigger for Sikandar to kidnap Sumair's son Atharva.

Gurgaon
2

Atharva kidnapped by Sikandar

To regain control after the bust, Sikandar kidnaps Sumair's son Atharva in exchange for the cocaine bag. The threat to Atharva forces Sumair to consider drastic steps to save his child. The kidnap escalates the conflict and raises the stakes for everyone involved.

Gurgaon
3

Plan to retrieve bag from NCB HQ

Sumair agrees to retrieve the bag of cocaine from the NCB headquarters and bring it to his club for the exchange. The plan requires Sumair to operate undercover, risking exposure. This move places him on a collision course with Aditi and Sameer.

NCB headquarters
4

Bag hidden in the men's toilet

Sumair hides the bag in the men's toilet at the NCB headquarters as part of the exchange. Aditi Rawat notices this action and becomes suspicious of Sumair's involvement in drug smuggling. Her vigilance triggers a pursuit that tightens the net around Sumair.

NCB HQ, men's toilet
5

Aditi informs Sameer and pursues Sumair

Aditi informs her superior Sameer Singh about the suspicious bag and begins pursuing Sumair. They retrieve the bag from the toilet and close in on Sumair, steering the investigation toward his undercover operation. The pursuit intensifies as more truths begin to surface.

6

Sumair deceives Sikandar with flour bag

Upon realizing the bag is missing, Sumair returns a bag containing packets of flour to Sikandar, hoping the deception will go unnoticed. Sikandar and Hameed Shaikh soon discover the ruse and realize Sumair has cheated them. The act heightens the danger around Sumair and fuels the chase.

Sikandar's base
7

Confrontation and undercover reveal

Sumair confronts Aditi and reveals that he has been working undercover to expose Sameer and Jaggi's drug-smuggling network. He explains his motive and offers cooperation to take down the corrupt operation. This revelation reframes the dynamics among the key players.

8

Atharva is rescued

Sumair manages to rescue Atharva from Sikandar's grip without Sikandar's knowledge. Aditi and Sameer move in to arrest Sikandar as the rescue unfolds. The act demonstrates Sumair's commitment to his son and to exposing the truth.

Sikandar's hideout
9

Sikandar arrested

Aditi and Sameer arrest Sikandar as he is taken toward prison. The arrest marks a major win for the undercover operation and weakens the drug network. The operation gains momentum as the case proceeds toward justice.

On the way to prison
10

Phone evidence proves Sumair's truth

While transporting Sikandar to prison, Aditi discovers Jaggi's mobile phone in her jacket. Reading the messages, she realizes Sumair's claims were true. The evidence reinforces the credibility of the undercover mission and Sumair's testimony.

Prison transport
11

Sameer kills Sikandar during arrest

During the arrest process, Sameer tries to resist and ends up killing Sikandar in the confrontation. The act complicates the legal case but raises questions about justice and accountability. The operation's moral complexity deepens as the truth emerges.

During arrest
12

Sameer is brought to justice

Despite the killing, Sameer is eventually brought to justice for his involvement in drug smuggling and manipulation. The undercover operation reaches a formal conclusion with accountability for corrupt officials. The case underscores the theme of truth prevailing over corruption.

13

Atharva uncovers Sumair's involvement

Atharva finds drug packets in Sumair's car, revealing that Sumair is also involved in drug smuggling. This discovery creates a moral conflict for Sumair and complicates the portrayal of his undercover efforts. The revelation challenges trust within the family and the investigation.

Sumair's car
14

Ending credits: quiet departure

During the credits, Atharva remains quiet about Sumair's involvement and leaves for a short trip with Sumair. The closing scene hints at a complex father-son dynamic and unresolved tensions despite the revelations. The film ends on a note of guarded consequence and potential reconciliation.

Credits

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