‘Mumbai Police’ clearly a cut above the rest

“I have found him,” says ACP Antony Moses (Prithviraj). It is a dark night and he is discussing a murder case on his mobile with Police Commissioner Farhan (Rahman) while driving his jeep. At that very moment, Moses’ jeep meets with an accident.

Moses recovers but he suffers from a loss of memory. He cannot remember his identity or his profession. Neither does he recognise his family and friends.

Close buddy, Farhan who brings him home from the hospital takes it upon himself to revive Moses’ memory. Moses’ loss of memory remains a secret between the two of them. Farhan slowly reveals to Moses information from his past, including the investigation that he was tracking and how he had almost nabbed the culprit before the mishap occurred.

Life begins anew for Moses who reopens the case.

It is a real challenge for this police officer who –in trying to deal with people around him also has to grapple in the dark with respect to his past. Farhan, however, believes that Moses can solve the case since his intelligence has not been affected in the accident.

As Moses shuttles between his past and the present, viewers learn that he is pursuing the murderer of his close friend, Aryan (Jayasurya). You also understand the close bond the trio, Farhan, Moses and Aryan shared.

Divulging more than this would be a spoiler as this edge-of-the-seat thriller keeps viewers completely hooked with its uniquely-presented screenplay. The story written by duo Bobby-Sanjay maintains a sense of intrigue throughout the film. Director Rosshan Andrrews has beautifully translated this brilliant story on screen.

Prithviraj as Antony Moses is just awesome. Rather, he plays two different personalities, Antony Moses A, the cocky police officer before his amnesia and Antony Moses B, the cop trying to prove his credentials as well his friendship for Aryan. The actor pitches in a powerhouse performance taking the leap from shock, despair, hope and arrogance with electrifying energy. His eyes are his biggest asset and their silent eloquence leaves you impressed, especially the scene where Moses B discovers a shocking truth about himself.

Matching Prithviraj step by step is Rahman, creating the perfect tango. With his subtle acting he essays Farhan, an endearing big brother to Moses and Aryan. Although his screen appearance is brief, Jayasurya delivers a commendable performance. The casting of roles is perfect. Aparna Nair as assistant to Antony Moses and Kunjan as constable are convincing.

Taking the film a few notches higher is R Diwakar’s cinematography, with its low lighting shots and night visuals. Thankfully there are no songs to mar this racy thriller except the background score that complements this adrenalin pumping narrative.

Rosshan Andrrews is a winner with this riveting cop tale that aims to highlight the good side of the police force and bring out their humane traits.

Mumbai Police is a landmark film, its’ bold content finding a place in the new wave of Malayalam cinema.

Don’t miss it.