
Chhal Kapat X Review: Fans Praise Shriya Pilgaonkar Performance As Cop
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Ajay Bhuyan directed Chhal Kapat, which has been produced by Juggernaut Productions.
The hindi thriller series Chhal Kapat – The Deception featuring Shriya Pilgaonkar released this weekend. Ajay Bhuyan directed Chhal Kapat, which has been produced by Juggernaut Productions. Apart from Shriya, the show also stars Ragini Dwivedi, Tuhina Das, Yahhve Sharma, Pranay Pachauri, Smaran Sahu and Anuj Sachdeva. While viewers are appreciating Shriya's role as a cop, many are not quite happy with the plot of this crime thriller.
Reviewing the series, a social media user wrote, 'Shriya Pilgaonkar redefines the role of a female cop in Chhal Kapat – The Deception, embracing strength with grace. As IPS officer Devika Rathore, she challenges societal biases, proving that authority doesn't require aggression."
Shriya Pilgaonkar redefines the role of a female cop in Chhal Kapat – The Deception, embracing strength with grace. As IPS officer Devika Rathore, she challenges societal biases, proving that authority doesn't require aggression. Streaming now on ZEE5. #ShriyaPilgaonkar … pic.twitter.com/Kf0foQoM94 — Hitflik (@HitFlik_) June 6, 2025
So, you can watch #ChhalKapat on @ZEE5Global right now…and god, it is underwhelmingShriya Pilgaonkar fails to impress. And like most shows now, the writing is half baked at best.
The overall execution by the makers are poor, below average attempt overall.
You can skip it pic.twitter.com/poEdO0wwgG
— BINGED (@Binged_) June 6, 2025
'Chhal Kapat-The Decpetion" Review: Predictable narrative without any thrills #ChhalKapat #ShriyaPilgaonkar #ZEE5 https://t.co/VaatCf5qZO — Snooper-Scope (@Snooper_Scope) June 6, 2025
There were other people who had issues with the plot of the series. An individual stated, 'Predictable narrative without any thrills." Another user commented, 'So, you can watch #ChhalKapat on @ZEE5Global right now…and god, it is underwhelming Shriya Pilgaonkar fails to impress. And like most shows now, the writing is half baked at best. The overall execution by the makers are poor, below average attempt overall. You can skip it."
This series is set against the backdrop of an intimate wedding in Burhanpur. Everything appears good until one of the bride's best friends is discovered dead. The joyous party rapidly transforms into an intense mystery. Secrets, rage and betrayal among friends emerge as the story progresses. Inspector Devika, a smart and brave police officer, played by Shriya Pilgaonkar, aims to investigate the case. Devika leads the inquiry to determine what truly transpired. As the truth is revealed, friendships are strained, and it becomes difficult to discern who to trust.
Speaking about her character, Shriya told Hindustan Times, 'She doesn't have to be super aggressive while interrogating someone. She is ok to be gentle. But she will be tough, too. I like that there is no aggression for the sake of it. But yes, women in spaces where men have historically taken up more space tend to hold on to that and stay in power much more." This is the first time Shriya is playing a cop on screen.
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