Despite giving dejavu of Holiday, Fateh; Thakur Anoop Singh’s war against Rohit Roy’s cyber empire entertains

Director: Safdar Abbas

Cast: Thakur Anoop Singh, Rohit Roy, Priya Anand

Duration: 1 hour 56 minutes

Where to watch: Theaters

Stars: 3 stars

Army officer Major Abhimanyu Shastri (Thakur Anoop Singh) is shaken when his brother-in-law Dev commits suicide under mysterious circumstances. Abhimanyu discovers that Dev has been trapped by a powerful online fraud network. As the layers peel back, Abhimanyu battles conspiracies, digital surveillance and the tech genius played by Rohit Roy.

Controll steps into the crucial but often overlooked world of cybercrime, which, although not new, is unfortunately still relevant. The basic premise still seems urgent and personal. In an age of data leaks, hacks, deepfakes and privacy threats, Controll taps into real fear. The idea that something invisible (code, data) can threaten your life is a powerful one. Cybercrime is no longer a distant threat; It’s real, it’s invasive, and it can destroy lives overnight. Controll highlights these dangers without resorting to over-the-top drama, opting instead for a down-to-earth, human story.

Talking about the performances, Thakur Anoop Singh carries the film well. It does, however, recall Akshay Kumar from Holiday and Sonu Sood from Fateh in a big way. He gives a restrained but effective performance. Its portrayal of a man struggling with both external enemies and internal turmoil feels genuine. Rohit Roy, as the antagonist, exudes a calm yet menacing presence that suits the tone of the film. He outshines Anoop in a few scenes. But at one point his performance seems monotonous and unintentionally funny. The supporting cast, including Priya Anand and Rajesh Sharma, deliver good performances but do not have much room for improvement.

Speaking of flaws, Controll is interesting but the pacing is uneven at times. The first half sets a good atmosphere, but the second half feels unpaced and rushed. While the premise is strong, some parts of the plot feel familiar. The idea of ​​an honest hero uncovering a high-tech fraud network is not new. And the film seems to be heavily inspired by South Indian cinema. Some “twists” are to be expected. Background music and songs cannot be recorded; This is equally important in a movie with many moments of tension.

Some emotional scenes also don’t land effectively, leaving you feeling disconnected. The film has not been promoted well and there are little to no rumors surrounding the film, which will eventually hinder the film itself. Although Controll is admirable for its purpose and message, it falls short of being a gripping thriller. Still, Controll makes an impressive effort to pack a socially relevant film into a compelling thriller.