Shootout at Lokhandwala

A veteran ATS figure who hand-picks a top team to battle organized crime after a key officer’s death. He drives the major operation against Maya’s gang with a pragmatic, risk-taking mindset, prioritizing public safety. While respected, his methods attract criticism during the inquiry, illustrating the moral ambiguities of enforcing order in a dangerous city.

The defense counsel who argues in court that the tough measures taken by Khan and the ATS were necessary to safeguard the public. He presents a pragmatic justification for extraordinary actions amid a tense crime environment. His performance frames the legal debate over whether law-and-order priorities can override civil liberties.

Leader of a Dawood Ibrahim–linked gang, Maya seeks to consolidate power over Bombay through violence and extortion. He breathes life into the city’s underworld, expanding his influence and showing a willingness to kidnap and intimidate to meet demands. His actions trigger the ATS siege, culminating in a deadly confrontation.

A journalist recruited to cover the incident, Meeta serves as a narrative conduit and public-facing voice about the stakes of the confrontation. Her presence highlights the media’s role in shaping public perception and accountability. Through her reporting, the film explores how information can influence policy and deter future violence.

A prominent city builder whose business interests intersect with the criminal underworld’s protection demands. His kidnapping underscores the conflict between power, money, and safety in a metropolis. The episode demonstrates how crime disrupts urban development and civic life.

Maya’s mother, whose presence hints at familial motivations behind the criminal enterprise. The film uses her character to illuminate the personal pressures and loyalties that can shape a young man’s path into crime. Her role reflects how family dynamics can feed the cycle of ambition and risk.

A senior police inspector who oversees aspects of the operation, coordinating with the ATS and other units. He embodies the procedural side of the siege, balancing strategy with on-the-ground realities. His involvement underscores the collaborative effort required to confront a large criminal network.

A member of Maya’s gang who represents the organized-crime network’s internal structure. His role highlights the hierarchy and loyalty-driven dynamics that sustain illicit activity. His actions contribute to the gang’s violent resistance against law enforcement.

A young ATS officer who participates in the raid and its operational decisions. His perspective reflects the younger generation of police and the pressures they face in dangerous assignments. He contributes to the overall depiction of officer commitment amid intense risk.

A key figure within Maya’s gang, Fattoo embodies the underworld’s drive for control and retaliation. His presence emphasizes the gang’s organizational depth and willingness to escalate violence to protect interests. His arc intersects with the siege and the law-and-order response.