Bombairiya is a 2019 Indian crime-comedy film directed by Pia Sukanya and written by Michael E. Ward, Aarti S. Bagdi and Pia Sukanya. The film stars Radhika Apte, Siddhanth Kapoor, Akshay Oberoi, Adil Hussain, Ravi Kishan and Shilpa Shukla in pivotal roles.
The film follows Meghna (played by Radhika Apte), a PR executive who lives in Mumbai and her eventful day after her phone gets stolen. She starts receiving mysterious WhatsApp messages from an unknown number and is subsequently kidnapped. Along with the help of a cast of unusual, quirky characters, she embarks on a series of misadventures and uncovers a complex web of corruption and deceit.
The film touches on various themes such as corruption, bureaucracy, gender-based violence, and citizen journalism. Bombairiya uses a non-linear narrative structure and juxtaposes comedy and crime elements to create an engaging narrative. It was shot in various locations in Mumbai, including the iconic Victoria Terminus station.
The film was released on 18 January 2019 and received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised the performances of the actors and the film's cinematography, others criticized its convoluted plot and lack of coherence. Despite this, Bombairiya remains a unique addition to the Indian crime-comedy genre and showcases the versatility of its lead actor, Radhika Apte.
