Overview

• Detective Sherdil premiered exclusively on ZEE5 on June 20 after its producers opted to prioritise the streaming platform’s reach and Diljit Dosanjh’s digital fanbase over a theatrical run.
• Diljit Dosanjh’s charismatic performance as the quirky sleuth has been widely praised for its humour, confidence and effortless screen presence.
• Reviewers lauded the film’s sleek cinematography and vibrant portrayal of Budapest, noting graphic-novel-style framing and rich colour palettes.
• Critics pointed to the mystery’s transparent twists and an overstretched 30-minute climax as major drawbacks that undermine the film’s suspense.
• Director Ravi Chhabriya, making his feature debut with guidance from Ali Abbas Zafar, leads an ensemble including Diana Penty, Boman Irani, Ratna Pathak Shah and Banita Sandhu, though several supporting characters received limited development.