Lucky Baskhar (2024)

December 19, 2024 - 2h 50m

IMDB Rating

8.1

★★★★★★★★☆☆

Drama, Thriller

“Lucky Baskhar” is a 2024 Indian Telugu-language period crime drama film directed by Venky Atluri. The movie features Dulquer Salmaan in the lead role, portraying Baskhar, a middle-class bank employee who becomes entangled in the world of financial scams during the late 1980s and early 1990s in Mumbai.

Key Details about “Lucky Baskhar”

Feature	Description
Director	Venky Atluri
Lead Actor	Dulquer Salmaan as Baskhar
Lead Actress	Meenakshi Chaudhary as Sumathi, Baskhar’s wife
Genre	Period Crime Drama
Language	Telugu
Release Date	October 31, 2024 (Diwali)
Budget	₹30 crore
Box Office Gross	₹107–111.15 crore

Plot Summary

Set in late 1980s and early 1990s Mumbai, “Lucky Baskhar” follows the journey of Baskhar, a diligent bank employee struggling with financial hardships. In a bid to support his family, he exploits loopholes in the banking system, leading him into the murky world of money laundering and stock market scams. As he ascends from rags to riches, Baskhar’s transformation is marked by increasing arrogance and ambition, while his wife, Sumathi, serves as his moral compass, questioning his choices and urging him to confront the consequences of his actions.

Main Characters

Character Name	Actor	Role Description
Baskhar	Dulquer Salmaan	A middle-class bank employee who becomes involved in financial scams.
Sumathi	Meenakshi Chaudhary	Baskhar’s wife, who questions his moral decisions.
Supporting Roles	Tinnu Anand, P. Sai Kumar, Ramki, Raghu Babu, Sarvadaman D. Banerjee, Sachin Khedekar, Y. Kasi Viswanath	Various characters contributing to Baskhar’s journey.

Production Team

Role	Individual(s)
Director	Venky Atluri
Producers	Suryadevara Naga Vamsi, Sai Soujanya
Cinematography	Nimish Ravi
Editing	Naveen Nooli
Music Composer	G. V. Prakash Kumar

Soundtrack Highlights

The film’s music, composed by G. V. Prakash Kumar, features a blend of period-specific tunes and contemporary sounds. The soundtrack has been well-received, with songs that enhance the narrative’s emotional depth.

Critical Reception

“Lucky Baskhar” received positive reviews for its engaging storyline and performances. Critics praised Dulquer Salmaan’s portrayal of Baskhar, noting his ability to capture the character’s complexity. The film’s depiction of the 90s stock market scandal and its impact on a middle-class individual was highlighted as a compelling aspect of the narrative.

Related Movies

Movie Title	Release Year	Language	Similarities
Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story	2020	Hindi	Focuses on financial scams and stock market frauds in India during the 1990s.
The Wolf of Wall Street	2013	English	Explores a protagonist’s rise and fall in the world of financial fraud and ambition.
Big Bull	2021	Hindi	Loosely based on Harshad Mehta’s stock market scandal, similar to the financial schemes.
Guru	2007	Hindi/Tamil	Chronicles a man’s rise from a small-town entrepreneur to a powerful business magnate.
Dhruva	2016	Telugu	A cat-and-mouse thriller involving corporate crimes and ethical dilemmas.
Yuva	2004	Hindi/Tamil	Focuses on moral struggles and ambitions of three characters with intertwining lives.
Wall Street	1987	English	A story of greed and corruption in the financial sector, echoing Baskhar’s moral conflict.
Sarkar	2005	Hindi	Explores power, ambition, and ethics in a high-stakes environment, much like Baskhar’s arc.

Review Summary

“Lucky Baskhar” is an engaging film that blends elements of a middle-class revenge saga with the backdrop of the 90s stock market scandal. Dulquer Salmaan delivers a compelling performance, bringing depth to the character of Baskhar. The film’s direction, music, and period-specific details contribute to its overall appeal, making it a noteworthy addition to Telugu cinema.

Conclusion

“Lucky Baskhar” offers a captivating narrative set against the backdrop of financial scams in 1990s Mumbai. With strong performances, particularly by Dulquer Salmaan, and a well-crafted storyline, the film provides both entertainment and a reflection on moral choices in the pursuit of success.