The Girl on the Train

Watch The Girl on the Train

  • TV-MA
  • 2021
  • 2 hr
  • 4.0  (14,992)

The Girl on the Train from 2021 is a gripping Hindi-language mystery thriller film that is directed by Ribhu Dasgupta and is based on the 2015 novel of the same name by Paula Hawkins. The movie stars Parineeti Chopra in the lead role of Mira Kapoor, a troubled alcoholic woman who becomes embroiled in a missing person case. Aditi Rao Hydari plays the character of Nusrat John, who is the victim who has gone missing while Kirti Kulhari plays Inspector Dalbir Kaur who investigates the case.

The movie follows the story of Mira Kapoor, who is a divorced woman and a former lawyer. She spends her days drinking and riding the train back and forth to work in the industrial district, watching the world go by outside the window. Every day she sees a couple whom she believes are deeply in love and has romanticised their perfect life. However, one day, Mira becomes a witness to a shocking incident during her daily commute that changes everything.

As Mira's life spirals out of control, the police begin to investigate the disappearance of Nusrat John, the woman she saw from the train. Mira's obsession with the missing woman drives her to investigate the case herself, putting herself in danger as she becomes more involved with the life of Nusrat and the people around her. The movie explores themes revolving around mental health, guilt, and the dark consequences of obsession.

Parineeti Chopra shines in her role as Mira Kapoor, bringing depth and nuance to her character's struggles with addiction, trauma and depression. She delivers a commendable performance as a woman who is struggling to come to terms with her past and trying to make sense of her present while dealing with her addiction to alcohol.

Aditi Rao Hydari, as Nusrat John, brings a lot of subtlety and depth to her character. Kirti Kulhari, as the investigating officer, provides a steady presence in the film, as she calmly but effectively navigates through the complex web of lies and half-truths that surround the case.

The Girl on the Train from 2021, is a well-acted, suspense-filled mystery thriller with a taut pace that keeps the audience engaged from start to finish. The film makes excellent use of flashbacks and non-linear storytelling structures to keep the viewer guessing till the end. The tension-filled scenes and the beautifully crafted cinematography add to the overall impact of the movie, making it an absolute must-watch for lovers of thrillers and mysteries.

In conclusion, The Girl on the Train from 2021 is an expertly crafted mystery thriller that keeps the audience enthralled from start to finish. The engaging performances by Parineeti Chopra, Aditi Rao Hydari, and Kirti Kulhari bring depth and insight to the characters they portray. If you are looking for a well-crafted, suspense-filled Hindi thriller, then The Girl on the Train from 2021 is worth watching.

The Girl on the Train
The Girl on the Train doesn't appear to be available from any streaming services.
Add this movie to your Watchlist to get notified when it's available.
Description
  • Release Date
    2021
  • MPAA Rating
    TV-MA
  • Runtime
    2 hr
  • Language
    Hindi
  • IMDB Rating
    4.0  (14,992)