Lucky Baskhar
A cash-strapped bank cashier embarks on a risky investment scheme and soon gets drawn into the murky world of money laundering.
Directed by Venky Atluri · Thriller · Crime · Drama · 151 min · 2024
Director
Venky Atluri
Writer
Venky Atluri
Studio
{{Plain list / Sithara Entertainments / Fortune Four Cinemas / Srikara Studios
Release
2024-10-30
Runtime
151 min
Genres
Thriller, Crime, Drama
Full Plot
In 1992 Bombay, a low-salaried bank cashier is forced to confront his past after being detained by authorities. Through a series of flashbacks, his life as a struggling family man and small-time smuggler are revealed. As he navigates the complexities of his situation, he must balance his desperation with the consequences of his actions.
Cast & Characters
Baskhar Kumar
Dulquer Salmaan
Sumathi Kumar
Meenakshi Chaudhary
Rajveer Lokhande
Tinnu Anand
CBI Officer Laxman Rao
P. Sai Kumar
Prahalad Kumar, Baskhar's father
Sarvadaman D. Banerjee
Ramya Dikshit, RBI Director
Kalyani
Vinod Bhosle, General Manager of Magadha Bank, Colaba
Sachin Khedekar
Athish Kulkarni, ex-Assistant Regional Manager of Magadha Bank, Colaba
Kasi Viswanath
Samba, Bhaskar's best friend
Rajkumar Kasireddy
Did You Know?
Venky Atluri has directed 3 films in our catalog, including Vaathi, Vishwanath & Sons.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
Dulquer Salmaan appears in 12 films in our catalog, including O Kadhal Kanmani, Bangalore Days.
Source: theIReview.com catalog · verified 2026-08-02
Lucky Baskhar became Dulquer's first film to reach the ₹100 crore (US$10 million) mark.
Source: Wikipedia · verified 2026-08-03
Critical Assessment
Lucky Baskhar holds 7.6/10 on TMDb (87 votes). (Not in OMDb — sourced from TMDb instead.)
Not enough independent critic/audience score breakdown available.
Ratings as of July 30, 2026
Where to Watch
United States
United Kingdom
India
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AI Verdict
AI-generatedBased on TMDb's aggregated score (7.6/10 on TMDb (87 votes)), this is a data-driven snapshot rather than an editorial take.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lucky Baskhar good? What are critics saying?+
Lucky Baskhar holds 7.6/10 on TMDb (87 votes). (Not in OMDb — sourced from TMDb instead.)
How long is Lucky Baskhar?+
Lucky Baskhar has a runtime of 151 min.
Who directed Lucky Baskhar?+
Lucky Baskhar was directed by Venky Atluri.
Where can I watch Lucky Baskhar?+
Lucky Baskhar is available to stream, rent, or buy on Netflix, Netflix Standard with Ads.
Fan & Critic Buzz
Lucky Baskhar received widespread critical acclaim for its captivating blend of period crime thriller elements and emotional drama. Critics praised the film's nostalgic backdrop, human ambition, and resilience, as well as its financial themes and performances. The director's attention to detail was also commended by many reviewers.
Source: Wikipedia — Critical reception (CC BY-SA)
