Directed
by Kookie Gulati and Robbie Grewal, the film stars Saif Ali Khan as a suave con
man locked in a high-stakes battle against Jaideep Ahlawat, who plays a
formidable mafia boss. With Kunal Kapoor and Nikita Dutta adding flair to the
ensemble, Jewel Thief delivers intense action, razor-sharp suspense, and
unexpected twists.
Marking
Marflix Pictures’ streaming debut, Siddharth Anand and Mamta Anand share, “With
Jewel Thief, we wanted to bring the scale and excitement of big-screen action
to Netflix. It’s stylish, thrilling, and packed with entertainment — everything
audiences love about heist dramas. Saif and Jaideep are both powerhouse
performers and it was an amazing experience working with the duo and really
capturing their energy on camera. Not only that, but reuniting with Saif after
almost 18 years was nostalgic, and we really are happy to be working together
once more. Kunal Kapoor and Nikita Dutta are both fantastic actors and really
prove their mettle as their characters, only adding to the film’s thrill and
intrigue. Directed by Kookie Gulati and Robbie Grewal, this film will give
audiences a thrilling rollercoaster ride. Finally, Netflix provides the perfect
global platform for this high-octane film, and we are excited for audiences
worldwide to experience this adrenaline-fueled ride on April 25.”
Talking
about the film coming to Netflix, Ruchikaa Kapoor Sheikh, Director, Original
Films, Netflix India shared her excitement, saying, “Jewel Thief - The Heist
Begins is an adrenaline-fueled heist film from the house of Siddharth Anand,
who brings his signature style to this fan-favorite genre, creating a home
blockbuster experience for Netflix audiences. With Saif Ali Khan and Jaideep
Ahlawat locked in a battle of wits, this heist action film will keep you on the
edge. Films that entertain and excite are at the heart of what we do. Jewel
Thief - The Heist Begins reinforces our commitment to delivering
larger-than-life entertainment that captivates, engages, and excites audiences
worldwide."
Speaking
about the film Saif Ali Khan shared, "Reuniting with Sid Anand has always
felt like coming home — he knows how to blend action, style, and storytelling
in a way that's truly special. With Jewel Thief, we've pushed the envelope and
had a blast doing it. Sharing the screen with Jaideep Ahlawat, who brings such
depth and unpredictability, made the experience even more exciting. I can't
wait for audiences to join us on this thrilling ride on Netflix."
Jaideep
Ahlawat, who plays the relentless mafia boss, added, "A film that is so
interesting, challenging, and as exciting as any project or role of mine. It's
the experience of getting into a new universe with a bunch of people that are
as excited as you to deliver the best. The heist film was something I always
wanted to explore, and what better than collaborating with the best co-star and
makers like Saif and Siddharth? We had a blast on set, teamwork determines how
a film comes to life. About the character, all I can say is its new, intense,
and an unexplored territory for me, but such a well-crafted character like all
of the others in the film. As actors, we all were so secure and invested in our
craft that we could help each other do better and that ultimately uplifts the
narrative of a story we are trying to present in the best possible way. Rest I
want the audience to experience this universe we have created with Jewel Thief,
and I am excited to see the reactions as the action unfolds on Netflix on April
25."
Set against the breath-taking backdrops of Budapest, Istanbul, and Mumbai, this gripping heist drama is a pulse-pounding game of wits, deception, and action. Get ready for a showdown like never before — streaming only on Netflix from April 25!