Costao (2025) is a Hindi biographical crime drama Film that premiered on ZEE5 on May 1, 2025. the film is based on the true story of Costao Fernandes, a courageous customs officer from Goa who took a stand against a powerful gold smuggling syndicate in the 1990s.
🎬 Plot Overview
Set in 1990s Goa, Costao follows the life of Costao Fernandes (Nawazuddin Siddiqui), a dedicated customs officer known for his unwavering commitment to justice. His relentless pursuit of a major gold smuggling operation leads him into direct conflict with the criminal underworld and the corrupt system he serves. The narrative delves into his personal and professional challenges, highlighting the sacrifices he made in his fight against corruption.
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🎭 Cast & Crew
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Director: Sejal Shah
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Writers: Bhavesh Mandalia, Meghna Srivastava
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Producers: Vinod Bhanushali, Kamlesh Bhanushali, Bhavesh Mandalia, Sejal Shah, Shyam Sunder, Faizuddin Siddiqui
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Lead Cast:
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Nawazuddin Siddiqui as Costao Fernandes
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Priya Bapat as Maria Fernandes
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Kishore Kumar G as D’Mello
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Hussain Dalal as Peter
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Mahika Sharma as Cassandra
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Cinematography: Rafey Mehmood
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Editing: Unnikrishnan Payoor Parameswaran
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Production Companies: Bhanushali Studios Limited, Bombay Fables Motion Pictures, Side Hero Entertainment
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Distributor: ZEE5
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Country: India
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Language: Hindi
📺 Where to Watch
Costao is available for streaming on ZEE5, accessible via web browsers, mobile apps, smart TVs, and streaming devices
📝 Reception
The film received mixed reviews from critics. While Nawazuddin Siddiqui's performance was widely praised, the film's pacing and script received criticism. The Times of India noted that while Siddiqui's brilliance was evident, the sluggish pacing and weak script diminished the impact of the real-life story. Similarly, Shreyanka Mazumdar of News18 found the film "watchable" primarily due to Siddiqui's dependable performance but criticized its predictable and formulaic script, which tackled too many themes without nuance.
📺 Trailer
For a glimpse into the film's storyline and visuals, you can watch the official trailer here:
