The Angrez

In the bustling heart of Hyderabad’s old city, tradition riffs off the neon glow of an emerging IT boom, and every alleyway hums with a mix of honking horns, sizzling street food, and the unmistakable swagger of Hyderabadi slang. The film rides this vibrant contrast, using broad‑shoulder slapstick and razor‑sharp satire to poke fun at both the city’s unflinching pride and the glossy aspirations of English‑speaking expatriates. The tone is unapologetically comic, yet it never shirks the underlying tension of a place where old‑world honor meets modern‑day ambition.

Enter Pranai, a fresh‑off‑the‑plane NRI bristling with New‑Jersey optimism, and his equally eager friend Rochak, both recruited to a local tech startup that promises a new chapter in a city they already love from afar. Their days are a blend of office politics, spontaneous market adventures, and budding romances with coworkers like Sheetal, whose presence blurs the line between professional drive and personal longing. As they settle into cramped apartments and navigate a rhythm that never quite pauses, they find themselves endlessly adjusting to a culture that greets them with both warmth and a healthy dose of bewilderment.

On the other side of the street, Ismail Bhai commands a loyal crew that gathers beneath the shadow of Charminar, trading boasts and gossip with a swagger that feels as much a part of the city as its historic arches. His entourage—marked by characters such as Saleem “Pheku” and Jahangir—embodies a street code where reputation, or izzat, is everything. Adding to the mix, Ramesh, Pranai’s cousin‑turned‑butler, and the seasoned gangster known only as Mama, operate on the fringes, their motives tangled with family ties and the ever‑present lure of quick gain. Their presence hints at a world where business deals and street loyalties constantly intersect.

Against this kaleidoscope of neon billboards, ancient monuments, and noisy bazaars, the story swirls with humor that is as loud as the city’s call to prayer. The characters—newcomers eager to belong, locals guarding their honor, and the in‑between figures pulling strings—create a tapestry where every laugh carries a whisper of danger, and every glance suggests a deeper game. It’s a comedy that thrives on cultural collision, inviting the audience to feel the pulse of Hyderabad while wondering just how long the delicate balance can hold.

Last Updated: November 25, 2025 at 15:02