Bloody Daddy Review: After battling the throes of a global health crisis, we’ve emerged on the other side to find some semblance of a new normal. In this nuanced world, Ali Abbas Zafar gives us a gritty film, ‘Bloody Daddy’, reminiscent of the tough times but with an intriguing twist. Set in New Delhi, post the second wave of the pandemic in 2021, the film uses the backdrop of a post-viral outbreak to craft an unconventional plot.
Kicking off with a curious mix of comedy and crime, the film captures attention with bizarre antics of its leading man, Shahid Kapoor. The fun, yet chilling escapades in the initial scenes, are a nod to the social restrictions that had once reigned due to Covid-19, utilised here as a tool for the characters to play out their stories.
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Shahid Kapoor: The ‘Bloody Daddy’ with a Double-Edged Sword
In the labyrinth of this thriller, Kapoor delivers a gripping performance as a man of contradictions – the eponymous ‘Bloody Daddy’. Kapoor, known for his chameleon-like talent, embodies a man who is both, a law enforcement official and a desperado in the race against time to save his son. A single parent, he grapples with the complexities of his character, a seemingly inept father caught in a whirlwind of chaos and violence.
The film’s title is cleverly indicative of Kapoor’s two-pronged persona: an irate father whose child has been snatched, and an unsung hero, scorned by his own family. It presents a duality that leaves audiences on the edge of their seats.
From Wide Landscapes to Confined Spaces: Zafar’s Masterstroke
Breaking away from his trademark large-scale dramas such as ‘Gunday’ and ‘Tiger Zinda Hai’, Zafar turns to a more confined setting in ‘Bloody Daddy’. The madness of this thrilling narrative is primarily set within the confines of a hotel. The result is an intense, compact thrill-ride that is both enthralling and nail-biting.
A standout scene sees Kapoor, in an echo of his infamous Kabir Singh role, staunchly advocating for consent. It is a potent moment of redemption for the actor, sparking off reactions among viewers.
To summarise, ‘Bloody Daddy’ is a raw and gritty retelling of ‘Sleepless Night’, where the pandemic forms the backdrop for a layered, dynamic narrative. Ultimately, the powerhouse performance of Shahid Kapoor and Zafar’s ability to adapt to a tighter setting makes this film a must-watch.
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