Released on July 11, 2025, Maalik Gangster is a Hindi action drama directed by Pulkit and led by Rajkummar Rao in a career-defining role. Set in the gritty world of 1980s Allahabad, the film follows Deepak. A common man pushed to the edge by injustice.

As society turns its back on him. He rises through the criminal underworld to become the feared figure known as Maalik. His transformation is driven by pain, purpose, and a desire to take control in a broken system.

Set against a gritty political backdrop, the film shows how Deepak’s choices take him deeper into crime. Rajkummar Rao delivers a fierce and emotional performance that has been praised by fans and critics alike. His role showcases both pain and power, making it one of his most striking characters in recent years. Viewers also appreciated the strong performances by Prosenjit Chatterjee, who plays a determined police officer. And Manushi Chhillar, who brings depth to the role of Deepak’s wife.

While Maalik Gangster has earned applause for its performances and production value, some critics felt the storyline followed familiar gangster-film patterns. Still, the emotional weight, strong dialogues, and cinematic visuals have made the movie stand out. The film’s visuals, captured by Anuj Rakesh Dhawan, and music by Ketan Sodha, add to the intense atmosphere.

At the box office, Maalik Gangster opened well, earning around ₹3.75 crore on day one and crossing ₹19 crore within the first six days. Although it faced tough competition from big-budget releases, it managed a steady run thanks to word-of-mouth and a strong fan following.

Now, fans who missed the film in theatres won’t have to wait much longer. Maalik is all set to stream on Amazon Prime Video, making it available to a much wider audience. This OTT release is expected to give the film a second life and bring Rajkummar Rao’s powerful performance to viewers at home.