It's a new format to release a 20-episode daily drop series, so I wanted to give it a shot. This approach is clearly designed to bring audiences back to their respective apps daily, and I'm sure it's working for the platforms.
The series is inspired by Amit Khan's series of novels Reeta Sanyal Ke Mukaddamein. It follows the story of a young lawyer who takes on cases against an established legal giant. She doesn't just fight in court but also plays detective, gathering evidence to solve her cases.
While the premise is intriguing, the execution falls short. The concept of dressing up in various avatars to solve cases and then battling it out in court had the potential to be an engaging drama. However, illogical proceedings and childish plot developments make it hard to take seriously. The protagonist, a lawyer, seems to do everything herself-from fighting goons to infiltrating forbidden areas with unreal ease, only to come out unscathed. Her lack of focus on proper investigative processes or scientific evidence in favor of gimmicks makes the series feel silly.
Adah Sharma, unfortunately, is not convincing in the lead role. While she shines in a few scenes, she struggles to carry a character that demands depth and versatility. Insider news, this role was supposedly be played by Hina Khan and she got dropped maybe because of her health reasons. It's fair to assume that Hina might have elevated the series with her performance.
The saving grace is Manik Papneja, who plays Adah's assistant. He delivers a commendable performance, although his screen time is disappointingly limited. Rahul Dev does well as the opposing counsel, but Ankur Rathee, who plays a police officer, is underwhelming. His character is poorly written, functioning more like Adah's assistant than a competent law enforcement officer.
The catchphrase of Reeta Sanyal is funny yet catchy: "Crime ka kaisa bhi ho jaal, solve kar leti hai Reeta Sanyal." The first ten episodes focus on one case and the next ten on another. While the suspense in the first case is decent, Reeta's methods of solving it are juvenile. The second case is even more unrealistic, making the events feel like they're happening in a utopian world.
The title song is a highlight and is effectively used as background music throughout the series. However, Reeta Sanyal's character seems heavily inspired by Vidya Balan's Bobby Jasoos -albeit a far less polished and cheaper version.
Overall, this series is best avoided, even if you're a fan of the genre or the actress.
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