Mumbai Police (film)

Mumbai Police is a 2013 Indian Malayalam-language neo-noir psychological crime thriller film directed by Roshan Andrews and written by Bobby and Sanjay. The film stars Prithviraj Sukumaran, Jayasurya, and Rahman in the lead roles. The film revolves around three police officers investigating the murder of one of their colleagues, only for one of them to lose his memory in an accident related to the investigation.

Plot Synopsis: ACP Antony Moses (Prithviraj Sukumaran) is the only surviving officer after a targeted shooting leaves his colleagues ACP Aryan (Jayasurya) dead and Commissioner Farhan (Rahman) in critical condition. Antony loses his memory in the incident. He is tasked with reinvestigating Aryan's murder, and Farhan, before succumbing to his injuries, tells Antony that the killer is someone known to him. To solve the case, Antony must rely on the accounts of others and piece together the events leading up to the shooting.

Themes: The film explores themes of memory, identity, deception, and the complexities of relationships within a professional environment. It is notable for its unexpected plot twist and its handling of a sensitive subject matter.

Reception: Mumbai Police received critical acclaim for its direction, script, performances, and its innovative storytelling. It was a commercial success and is considered a significant film in Malayalam cinema for its departure from conventional crime thriller tropes.