Blackia is a Punjabi action-thriller movie directed by Sukhminder Dhanjal and produced by Ohri Productions. The movie is set in the 1970s when the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971 was taking place in East Pakistan. The story follows the life of an innocent Punjabi boy named Deva, played by Dev Kharoud, who dreams of becoming a police officer to fight against the crime and corruption in his village.
However, the circumstances lead him to become a drug smuggler and a gangster. Since he is a Punjabi, he gets the opportunity to supply drugs to Pakistan during the war. He soon becomes a notorious smuggler and enjoys being powerful and influential. But, as fate would have it, he falls in love with a girl who forces him to look back at his life choices.
The movie showcases the difficulties of the people living amidst the war and how it impacted their lives. Through the character of Deva, it also shows how circumstances can compel a person to make the wrong choices in life. The movie has an engaging storyline, brilliant direction, and impressive performances by the cast, especially Dev Kharoud, who shines in his role.
Overall, Blackia is a must-watch for action movie lovers who want to experience a different kind of storytelling. The movie was released on 3 May 2019 and received positive reviews from the audience and critics.
