Bambai Meri Jaan

For those who read the book of this famous writer Hussain Zaidi, knows exactly what happened in early 80's and 90's in bombay. This series holds up a strong grip on those real life incidents and events that took place in underwood era. From money extortion to Rolex watch scammers that used to took place at that time was exactly happened in real life at that time by very own "D". Kay Kay memon excelled in his role, almost a show stealer but Ohh boy what a performance by Avinash Tiwary, who manages to hold the script around himself and delivered a glass shattering performance of the one and only.

Within this series, readers acquainted with Hussain Zaidi's literary world will find a vivid tapestry of the early 80s and 90s in Bombay. It's as though the show intricately weaves a cinematic canvas that paints the real-life underworld era, capturing incidents like money extortion and Rolex watch scams that were indelible parts of the city's history during that tumultuous period.

While Kay Kay Menon's performance is a brilliant star in its own right, it's Avinash Tiwary who emerges as the true guiding light. With finesse, he seizes control of the script and delivers a performance that resonates profoundly, leaving an indelible mark on the viewer's psyche.

Aditya Rawal's contribution to the series is nothing short of awe-inspiring, earning him a place of honor. His portrayal is like a multi-layered tapestry, adding depth and complexity to the narrative with his extraordinary acting prowess. Rawal's presence in the show is akin to a shining beacon in the night, guiding the audience through this mesmerizing journey.

The tempo, acting talent of the stars were all very good. Feel like giving 7+ rating. But the entire film is in darkness, can't understand why. We miss out on some expressions of artsts, the surrounding etc. But for certain night sequences, there was no necessity for it to be so dark. But for the storyline and direction, we would have skipped the series.

We are a big fan of KAYKAY and he did complete justice. Liked how Dara emerged and his loyalists along.

It was a period series fine, but electricity had come by then, right? Then why the petromax light effect in most part of the film? The flow did slowdown several times, but that was still fine in a 10 episode series. Please next time, we need lights.

Directed by Shujaat Saudagar, Bambai Meri Jaan is a 10 episodes web series with 30-50 minutes running time.

It depicts the life span of Dara Kadri (Avinash Tiwary), the D Company founder, from his childhood days till he leaves for Dubai to escape his arrest warrant by Mumbai Police.

Ismail Kadri (Kay Kay Menon), an honest and devout Mumbai cop turned gangster Haji's (Saurabh Sachdeva) accomplice turned spiritual recluse, plays his father and narrator of the series.

Kay Kay has a crucial role and he has played it brilliantly, mostly with stoic silence and one liners. His acting in the series is beautifully layered and perhaps the best of his acting career!!

The web series has multiple important characters and all have been casted wonderfully and enacted effectively. In fact their combined acting prowess has surpassed the storyline and script!

The entire series is embedded with Mumbaiya expletives and at one point the blood and gore becomes too much to handle.

Overall, the series is familiar, engaging, entertaining and well edited with top class production design.

"In 'Bambai Meri Jaan,' the Mumbai underworld takes center stage as we delve into the intriguing life of mafia don Dawood Ibrahim. This series masterfully uncovers the origins and growth of underworld gangs in Bombay, offering a detailed and immersive experience.

The narrative also follows the journey of Ismail Khadri as he's transferred to Bombay, dedicating four episodes to his family's complex dynamics. These emotional scenarios and character relationships add depth to the storyline, making for a captivating watch. Witness the transformation of KK Menon's character, Ismail Khadri, and his remarkable portrayal of emotional scenes.

Hussain Zaidi's rendition of Dawood Ibrahim adds a layer of intrigue, keeping the audience engaged with well-paced action sequences and profound emotional depth. Episodes 5, 6, and 7 shed light on Dawood's evolution into a mafia don, exploring the dynamics between him, his brother Sadiq, and sister Habiba. The series doesn't shy away from the emotional complexities in Dawood's relationship with his mother Sakina.

KK Menon's outstanding performance as Ismail Khadri continues to shine in the portrayal of family dynamics, adding depth to the Khadri family's emotional turmoil and relationships. 'Bambai Meri Jaan' is a fresh take on the Mumbai mafia empire, unraveling the enigma of how Dawood Ibrahim became one of the world's most wanted criminals.