Lucky Baskhar (2024)
Description
Lucky Baskhar is a 2024 Indian Telugu-language period crime drama film directed by Venky Atluri. The story follows Baskhar Kumar, portrayed by Dulquer Salmaan, a lower-middle-class bank cashier who, driven by financial struggles, embarks on risky investment schemes that entangle him in the murky world of money laundering and financial scams.
Main Cast
- Dulquer Salmaan as Baskhar Kumar
- Meenakshi Chaudhary as Sumathi, Baskhar's wife
- Tinnu Anand as Rajbir Lokhande, Chairman of Magadha Bank
- P. Sai Kumar as CBI Officer Laxman Rao
- Ramki as Anthony, an import trader
- Raghu Babu as a fake politician
- Sarvadaman D. Banerjee as Prahalad Kumar, Baskhar's father
- Sachin Khedekar as Vinod Bhosle, General Manager of Magadha Bank
- Y. Kasi Viswanath as Athish Kulkarni, former Deputy Regional Manager of Magadha Bank
Release
The film was released worldwide on October 31, 2024, coinciding with the Diwali festival. It is available in Telugu, with dubbed versions in Tamil, Malayalam, and Hindi. Lucky Baskhar began streaming on Netflix on November 28, 2024, allowing audiences worldwide to enjoy the film.
Production
Directed by Venky Atluri and produced by S. Naga Vamsi and Sai Soujanya under Sithara Entertainments, Fortune Four Cinemas, and Srikara Studios, the film's production commenced in October 2023 in Hyderabad. The music was composed by G. V. Prakash Kumar, with cinematography by Nimish Ravi and editing by Naveen Nooli.
Plot Summary
Baskhar Kumar, a diligent cashier at Magadha Bank in Colaba, Mumbai, struggles to make ends meet on his modest salary. Overlooked for promotions and facing mounting debts, Baskhar seizes an opportunity to collaborate with Anthony, an import trader involved in dubious financial activities. Together, they exploit loopholes in the banking system, leading Baskhar into the high-stakes world of stock market manipulation and money laundering. As his wealth grows, so do the risks, drawing the attention of CBI Officer Laxman Rao. Baskhar's journey from a humble bank clerk to a wealthy but morally conflicted individual forms the crux of the narrative.
Music
The film's soundtrack, composed by G. V. Prakash Kumar, features a blend of period-specific and contemporary music, enhancing the film's setting and emotional depth. The audio rights were acquired by Aditya Music, and the songs have received positive responses from audiences.
Trailer
Download & Online Watch Tips
Lucky Baskhar is available for streaming on Netflix. To watch the film online, ensure you have an active Netflix subscription. For offline viewing, Netflix allows users to download content through its app on compatible devices. Avoid unauthorized websites claiming to offer free downloads, as they may pose security risks and violate copyright laws.
