Kalyug

The story begins in the late 1980s in Kashmir, then moves through the 1990s and into the present as the characters confront a long arc of tragedy, crime, and pursuit across Mumbai and Zürich. This multi-decade timeline tracks personal loss, legal battles, and a global vendetta. The changing eras reflect evolving social mores and the escalation of criminal networks.

The action unfolds across three locations that frame the characters’ journeys: Kashmir, the homeland forced into conflict; Mumbai, the bustling Indian city where Kunal grows up and his life begins to unravel; and Zürich, a European backdrop where the criminal network operates. Kashmir is depicted as a conflict-torn region, while Mumbai embodies migration and new beginnings, and Zürich serves as the international stage for exploitation and revenge. The contrast of these places underlines themes of displacement, resilience, and the reach of crime.

🎯 Revenge

A pursuit of justice drives the plot—from false charges and a public fall from grace to a continent-spanning hunt for the people responsible. Kunal’s quest tests his morality, blurring the line between right and wrong as he confronts the criminals. The plan culminates in exposure and retaliation that exacts a heavy personal toll.

💔 Love & Loss

Renuka’s life is upended by coercion and tragedy, leading to a suicide that becomes the emotional anchor of the story. The romance between Kunal and Renuka shows how affection can be crushed by crime and public scrutiny. Their bond is eclipsed by betrayal, shaping Kunal’s subsequent choices and sense of justice.

💼 Exploitation

The film centers on a porn website and a hidden network that profits from others’ vulnerability. Simi Roy’s operation spreads across Zürich’s red-light district, highlighting how power and wealth enable exploitation. The characters’ lives are instrumentalized, exposing the moral cost of commodifying intimacy. The narrative condemns commodification while revealing its persistence.

🧭 Displacement

The migration from Kashmir to Mumbai, and then to Zürich, maps a diaspora experience marked by trauma and adaptation. Each locale shapes the protagonists’ identities and choices as they navigate new cultures and threats. The film uses displacement to explore resilience, loyalty, and the search for a secure future.