Bollywood actor Shahid Kapoor‘s latest cop drama, Deva, is now streaming on Netflix, bringing excitement to fans who missed its theatrical release. Directed by Rosshan Andrrews, the film pairs Kapoor with talented actors Pooja Hegde, Kubbra Sait, and Pavail Gulati. After its theatrical debut on January 31, Deva now seizes a fresh opportunity to captivate audiences on the digital platform.
In the film, Shahid Kapoor takes on the challenging role of a police officer for the first time. Deva, which premiered on OTT on March 18, is available for streaming on various devices including phones, tablets, laptops, and smart TVs.
The movie is a Hindi adaptation of Rosshan’s acclaimed 2013 Malayalam film, Mumbai Police, where Shahid fills the shoes of ACP Dev Ambre, a character originally portrayed by Prithviraj Sukumaran. The plot revolves around Dev Ambre’s quest to solve his best friend’s murder while grappling with memory loss. Pooja Hegde plays Dya Sathaye, a reporter and the love interest of Shahid’s character.
Upon its initial release, Deva garnered mixed reviews from critics. Shahid Kapoor’s portrayal as a cop was widely appreciated, yet the screenplay and climax left some viewers dissatisfied, resulting in a lackluster performance at the box office. However, the film’s launch on Netflix has sparked new discussions, with social media buzzing with reviews.
On social media platform X, one user questioned the film’s execution: “Why would a director dumb down his own acclaimed work just for the heck of it? #Deva is an unnecessary remake with @shahidkapoor who seems to be never coming out of his Kabir Singh hangover & @hegdepooja whose track is as unwanted as a comb for a bald person. All smoke, no fire [sic].”
Contrarily, some viewers found merit in Shahid Kapoor’s performance. A user shared, “#Deva Shahid Kapoor is terrific in 1st half and in 2nd half went silent. Rest cast are OK. Dev A felt like mass cinema. Dev B is like cop investigation drama. Didn’t liked it overall. BGM is Good. Cinematography (approved emoji) [sic].”
Another fan praised Shahid’s acting, stating, “Watched it last night finally! Might have a lot to say about the story of the film but some other day. For now this ranks right on top in Shahid’s Best Acting CV. What an incredible performance and he just keeps getting better and more flawless [sic].”
The film’s availability on Netflix offers Shahid Kapoor’s fans another chance to witness his work in Deva, potentially altering its reception and enduring impact. The cop drama stands poised to captivate viewers anew on the digital screen. Have you watched Deva yet?
