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The Ladykiller is a 2023 Indian Hindi-language romantic thriller film directed by Ajay Bahl. The film stars Arjun Kapoor and Bhumi Pednekar. It was released in theatres on 3 November 2023.

Plot:

Rajender Joshi (Arjun Kapoor) is a small-town pharmacy owner with aspirations of opening his own diagnostic centre in the city. He is also having an affair with a married woman named Gajra. When his loans get rejected by the bank, Rajender's friend Rawat (Deepak Todas) suggests that he visit Vikram Burman, a former prince who is now bedridden and requires oxygen tanks, which Rajender supplies.

At Burman's mansion, Rajender meets Jansey (Bhumi Pednekar), Burman's daughter, and they begin a relationship. However, Rajender soon realizes that Jansey is not who she seems. She is a dangerous woman with a dark past, and she is involved in a series of crimes.

Rajender is torn between his love for Jansey and his fear of her. He knows that if he stays with her, he is putting his life at risk. But he also knows that he cannot walk away from her.

Critical reception:

The Ladykiller was panned by critics. The film was criticized for its poor screenplay, editing, and acting. It was also said to have been released incomplete with several editing cuts and voiceovers.

Box office:

The Ladykiller was a commercial failure. The film grossed just ₹38,000 on its first day, making it one of the biggest box office bombs of Indian cinema.

Cast:

• Arjun Kapoor as Rajender Joshi
• Bhumi Pednekar as Jansey
• Deepak Todas as Rawat
• Priyanka Bose as Gajra
• S. M. Zaheer as Vikram Burman

Crew:

• Director: Ajay Bahl
• Producer: Bhushan Kumar
• Music: Ajay-Atul
• Cinematographer: Sudheer K. Bakshi
• Editor: Ajay Bahl

**Overall, The Ladykiller is a forgettable film that is best avoided.