Lucia
A man suffering from insomnia is tricked into buying a drug, Lucia, that makes his desires come true in his dreams, blurring the line between fantasy and reality.
Directed by Pawan Kumar · Drama · Sci-Fi · Thriller · 135 min · 2013
Director
Pawan Kumar
Writer
Pawan Kumar
Studio
Audience films
Release
06 Sep 2013
Runtime
135 min
Genres
Drama, Sci-Fi, Thriller
Full Plot
A man lies in a coma, with two parallel lives unfolding: one of struggle and loneliness, and another of success and love. As he navigates these contrasting realities, he finds solace in a mysterious pill that allows him to dream of his ideal life. But as the lines between dreams and reality blur, he must confront the consequences of his desires.
Cast & Characters
Sathish Neenasam
Sathish Ninasam in a double role as
Nikki
Nikhil
a drug dealer
Balaji Manohar
Kamini
Hardika Shetty
Satish Kumar
Sanjay (Mumbai police)
Sanjay
Did You Know?
Made on an estimated budget of $79,000, Lucia has grossed $170,000 worldwide — about 2.2x its budget.
Source: TMDb API · verified 2026-08-02
In December 2011 Pawan Kumar announced on the Web that his next project, after the success of his directorial debut film Lifeu Ishtene, was going to be Lucia.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
95 crore (US$99,000) in satellite rights and ₹3.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
Critical Assessment
Lucia holds 8.3/10 on IMDb (13,487 votes).
Not enough independent critic/audience score breakdown available.
Ratings as of August 2, 2026
Where to Watch
United States
United Kingdom
India
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AI Verdict
AI-generatedBased on aggregated scores (8.3/10 on IMDb (13,487 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lucia's IMDb rating?+
Lucia has a 8.3/10 rating on IMDb from 13,487 votes.
Is Lucia good? What are critics saying?+
Lucia holds 8.3/10 on IMDb (13,487 votes).
How long is Lucia?+
Lucia has a runtime of 135 min.
Who directed Lucia?+
Lucia was directed by Pawan Kumar.
Where can I watch Lucia?+
Lucia is available to stream, rent, or buy on Sun Nxt, VI movies and tv.
Fan & Critic Buzz
The movie Lucia received overwhelmingly positive reviews from critics, with many praising its unique storytelling and direction. Several notable voices, including Anurag Kashyap and Siddharth, expressed their admiration for the film, while also highlighting its potential Oscar contender status. The consensus is that Lucia is a landmark film in Indian cinema, pushing boundaries while paying homage to traditional methods.
Source: Wikipedia — Critical reception (CC BY-SA)
