Sangarsha Ghadana also dives into geopolitics and history through inserted text frames with corresponding visuals. While some of them work, drawing parallels between organised crime and global conflict, others feel a bit indulgent. Yet Krishand’s ambition is admirable. He is not just making a gangster film but reflecting on how all violence is interconnected, shaped by circumstance, context, and power. In the hands of another filmmaker, the use of Sun Tzu might have felt gimmicky or overly clever. Even here, the voiceovers occasionally border on indulgence. But for the most part, Krishand integrates the text smoothly, using it as a lens through which the characters see their world. Rajesh Naroth’s score breathes life into the film’s emotions. It swells with tension, eases into calm, and carries the mood with quiet power. With gentle nods to traditional Chinese music, the soundscape feels both ancient and alive, echoing the film’s deeper themes.
A thoughtful, dark and funny take on violence
