Mumbaikar is a 2023 Indian Hindi-language action thriller film directed by Santosh Sivan. A remake of Tamil film Maanagaram (2017), it stars Vikrant Massey, Vijay Sethupathi, Tanya Maniktala and Hridhu Haroon. This marks Sethupathi's Hindi film debut.

The film tells the story of five strangers from different walks of life whose paths intersect in the city of Mumbai. There is Shravan (Massey), a struggling actor who is desperate for a break; Shefali (Maniktala), a HR executive who is interviewing Shravan for a role; Bhau (Shorey), a local gangster; Shiva (Haroon), a migrant worker from Uttar Pradesh; and Bhau's henchman Rana (Sethupathi).

One night, Shefali is kidnapped by a group of men. Shravan witnesses the kidnapping and tries to intervene, but he is unsuccessful. He then turns to Bhau for help, but Bhau is not willing to get involved. Shiva, who has also witnessed the kidnapping, decides to help Shravan rescue Shefali.

In the meantime, Rana is struggling to control his temper and his violent tendencies. He is also having trouble with his wife, who is threatening to leave him. Rana's frustration and anger eventually lead him to make a rash decision.

The lives of all five characters become intertwined as they are drawn into a web of violence, betrayal, and redemption.

Mumbaikar is a gritty and realistic film that explores the dark side of Mumbai city. It is also a story about hope and resilience, and the power of human connection.

Is Mumbaikar worth watching?

Mumbaikar received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised the film's performances, particularly Vijay Sethupathi's, as well as its realistic portrayal of Mumbai city. Others criticized the film's convoluted plot and its lack of originality.

Overall, Mumbaikar is an average film that is worth watching if you are a fan of Vijay Sethupathi or if you are interested in seeing a realistic portrayal of Mumbai city. However, if you are looking for a film with a more original plot or better writing, you may be disappointed.