Jewel Thief - The Heist Begins (2025)

"Jewel Thief – The Heist Begins" (2025) is a Hindi-language action-thriller film directed by Kookie Gulati and Robbie Grewal, released globally on Netflix on April 25, 2025. The story follows Rehan Roy, a suave and notorious con-man played by Saif Ali Khan, who is recruited by crime lord Rajan Aulakh (Jaideep Ahlawat) to steal the legendary African Red Sun diamond. As Rehan prepares for the high-stakes heist, he finds himself entangled in a web of betrayal, shifting loyalties, and emotional conflict, particularly involving Rajan’s wife Farah, portrayed by Nikita Dutta. Meanwhile, Kunal Kapoor stars as Vikram Patel, a determined Indian Secret Service officer on Rehan’s trail. Though the film boasts slick visuals, exotic international locations, and fast-paced action, it received mixed reviews—praised for its performances and stylish execution but criticized for its predictable plot and weak character development. Despite its familiar heist tropes, the film offers enough tension and drama to appeal to fans of high-octane thrillers.