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News18
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Kriti Sanon Can't Wait To Watch Abhishek Banerjee's Stolen
Last Updated: Impressed by the trailer and Abhishek Banerjee's performance, Kriti Sanon expressed her willingness to watch the thriller film. Abhishek Banerjee starrer Stolen is set to make its way to the digital platform two years after it premiered at the Venice Film Festival. The independent thriller, directed by Karan Tejpal, will be released in India on June 4 on Amazon Prime Video. Ahead of the film's release, the makers are going all out to build excitement among audiences. Now just a week before the grand premiere, the trailer of the much-anticipated film was dropped on social media. And guess what? The film is garnering widespread acclaim from both audiences and the film industry for its gritty storyline and impeccable performance by the cast. Impressed by the trailer and Abhishek Banerjee's performance, Kriti Sanon recently gave a huge shout-out to the upcoming film. The Mimi actress took to her Instagram stories and expressed her willingness to watch the thriller drama. The post was accompanied by a link to the trailer of Stolen. Calling it amazing, Kriti Sanon penned, 'Looks amazing, Banerjee sahab. Looking forward to watching another amazing performance of yours." Bollywood heartthrob Varun Dhawan has also shared his admiration for the trailer and Abhishek's commanding screen presence. Sharing the poster of the film, Varun penned, 'You have poured your heart into this, and I can't wait to finally watch it." Coming to Stolen, the Amazon Prime series blends a thrilling narrative tension with a deep, humane core. The film, helmed by debutant director Karan Tejpal, is a gritty and thought-provoking drama that delves deep into the emotional and psychological aftermath of a chilling crime. It follows the journey of two brothers, Gautam and Raman, whose lives change after they witness a child kidnapping. The brothers join the grieving mother in a perilous investigation to search for the baby, but it leads them to confront the harshness of reality and the darkness of the society that tests their resilience, trust and humanity. Backed by Anurag Kashyap, Vikramaditya Motwane, Nikkhil Advani and Kiran Rao, the film features Abhishek Banerjee alongside Shubham, Mia Maelzer, Harish Khanna and Sahidur Rahaman in prominent roles. Stolen has already made waves internationally, earning critical acclaim at the prestigious film festival. In 2023, the film first premiered at the 80th Venice Film Festival and was widely praised by the attendees. First Published: May 29, 2025, 14:52 IST
News18
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
After Wowing Venice, Anurag Kashyap-Kiran Rao's Stolen Set for India Release
Last Updated: Independent thriller Stolen, directed by Karan Tejpal and starring Abhishek Banerjee, will release on Prime Video in India on June 4. After making waves at the prestigious Venice Film Festival back in 2023, the much-acclaimed indie thriller Stolen is finally making its way to Indian audiences. The film, which stars Abhishek Banerjee in the lead, is all set to premiere on June 4 on Prime Video. Directed by debutant Karan Tejpal and produced by Gaurav Dhingra, Stolen had its world premiere at the 80th Venice Film Festival, where it received rave reviews for its gripping storytelling and strong performances. Now, after a two-year wait, the homegrown gem is ready for its long-overdue release in its country of origin. The streaming platform dropped the official poster on Instagram, featuring Banerjee in an intense, gritty look. The caption teased the nail-biting premise: 'A missing child and a thrilling race against time. #StolenOnPrime, June 4." Stolen follows two city-bred brothers whose lives are turned upside down after they witness a baby being abducted from a helpless mother at a railway station in rural India. With big names like Anurag Kashyap, Kiran Rao, Nikkhil Advani and Vikramaditya Motwane backing the project, Stolen carries serious indie cred. Executive producer Anurag Kashyap said in a statement, 'Cinema that is strong, unflinching, relentless and emotionally raw will always grab you from the first frame and not let go–that's exactly what Stolen did to me" Kiran Rao added, 'Stolen is a rare film that combines thrilling narrative tension with a deeply humane core. The character of Jhumpa stayed with me long after I watched the film–her vulnerability and resilience are a reminder of the strength that lies in the most unexpected places. It's that rare kind of cinema that captivates while drawing the audience deeper with every frame." Nikkhil Advani shared, 'I've always been drawn to stories that challenge convention and spark conversation – Stolen does exactly that. While its narrative is tense and gripping, it's ultimately anchored in deep emotional resonance." Manish Menghani, director and head – content licensing, Prime Video India, said, 'This edge-of-the-seat thriller is more than entertainment–it holds a mirror to society, delving into powerful themes of justice, trauma, and human resilience."
Hindustan Times
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Anurag Kashyap, Kiran Rao, Nikkhil Advani, Motwane-backed Stolen to get India release, two years after wowing in Venice
Two years after it won acclaim at the 2023 Venice Film Festival, independent thriller Stolen is finally getting a release in India, its home country. Like many film festival favourites, Stolen, too, has taken the direct-to-streaming route. The Abhishek Banerjee-starrer will release on June 4 on Prime Video, the streamer announced on Monday. Directed by Karan Tejpal, who made his directorial debut with the film, the project is produced by Gaurav Dhingra. The film had its world premiere at the 80th Venice Film Festival in 2023. Prime Video shared the poster of the film featuring Banerjee on its Instagram handle. It was re-shared by the actor. "A missing child and a thrilling race against time. #StolenOnPrime, June 4," read the caption. Stolen follows the intense journey of two urbane brothers who witness a baby being kidnapped from an impoverished mother at a railway station in rural India. The film also features Shubham, Mia Maelzer, Harish Khanna and Sahidur Rahaman. Filmmakers Anurag Kashyap, Kiran Rao, Nikkhil Advani and Vikramaditya Motwane are the executive producers. While talking about the project, executive producer Anurag Kashyap said in a statement, "Cinema that is strong, unflinching, relentless and emotionally raw will always grab you from the first frame and not let go--that's exactly what Stolen did to me" Kiran Rao added, "Stolen is a rare film that combines thrilling narrative tension with a deeply humane core. The character of Jhumpa stayed with me long after I watched the film--her vulnerability and resilience are a reminder of the strength that lies in the most unexpected places. It's that rare kind of cinema that captivates while drawing the audience deeper with every frame." Nikkhil Advani shared what excited him to associate himself with the project, saying, "I've always been drawn to stories that challenge convention and spark conversation - Stolen does exactly that. While its narrative is tense and gripping, it's ultimately anchored in deep emotional resonance." Gaurav Dhingra, producer and writer of Stolen shared that it is a "taut, emotionally resonant thriller -- a human story wrapped in urgency and suspense. " "This edge-of-the-seat thriller is more than entertainment--it holds a mirror to society, delving into powerful themes of justice, trauma, and human resilience," said Manish Menghani, director and head - content licensing, Prime Video India. (With PTI inputs)
