Saif Ali Khan-starrer 'Jewel Thief' is kind of genre I thrive in, says Kookie Gulati

IANS April 9, 2025 296 views

Director Kookie Gulati is set to elevate the heist genre with his upcoming film 'Jewel Thief' starring Saif Ali Khan. The movie, which will premiere on Netflix on April 25, promises a narrative that challenges audience expectations and delivers unexpected twists. Gulati was personally selected by producer Siddharth Anand for his unique cinematic vision and ability to create large-scale, compelling stories. The film represents a collaboration that aims to redefine the traditional heist thriller format in Indian cinema.

"It's the kind of genre I thrive in, 'Big, Bold, & Cinematic'" - Kookie Gulati
Saif Ali Khan-starrer 'Jewel Thief' is kind of genre I thrive in, says Kookie Gulati
Mumbai, April 9: Director Kookie Gulati, who is gearing up for the release of his upcoming title 'Jewel Thief', has said that heist is the genre that he functions the best in.

Key Points

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Kookie Gulati reimagines heist thriller with unique narrative vision

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Siddharth Anand handpicks director for ambitious project

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Saif Ali Khan leads edge-of-seat suspense film

Kookie has consistently delivered with genre-defying narratives, each offering something fresh, unexpected, and ahead of its time. With 'Jewel Thief', he returns to elevate the heist thriller to new heights, once again proving why he is a force to reckon with.

Talking about the same, Kookie shared, "When I came on board, some portions of the film were already shot. But I knew it had the potential to be so much more. I rewrote parts of the script, added songs, and scaled up the entire narrative to align with Siddharth and Mamta's larger-than-life vision. It's the kind of genre I thrive in, 'Big, Bold, & Cinematic'".

With 'Jewel Thief', Gulati is stepping into a world originally envisioned by producer-director Siddharth Anand. After being invited to the special screening of 'Visfot', Kookie Gulati's previous film, Siddharth saw a certain spark in the direction that aligned with all the directorial parameters he was looking for, & this sparked the beginning of potential collaborations between Anand and Gulati.

When the opportunity for 'Jewel Thief' came up, Siddharth Anand chose Kookie Gulati to take the reins of the ambitious project. Recognising his flair for mounting grand-scale cinema, Siddharth entrusted him with the responsibility to carry forward and elevate the vision.

Talking about working with Kookie Gulati, Siddharth Anand said, "I have known Kookie for a long time. He has a unique vision for bringing scale and aesthetics to the screen. I have seen his past work and had been keen to collaborate with him for a while. When this project came along, Kookie fit into it like a glove. He has done absolute justice to what I envisioned Jewel Thief to be. It's all there for everyone to see".

'Jewel Thief' stars Saif Ali Khan in the lead, and blends edge-of-the-seat suspense with narrative depth.

The director further mentioned, "I have always believed that stories should challenge expectations. Audiences today are sharper than ever. They want stories that keep them hooked till the very last frame. Jewel Thief is that film where nothing is what it seems and every twist is earned".

'Jewel Thief' is set to release on April 25 on Netflix.

Reader Comments

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Priya M.
Kookie's vision for heist films is unmatched! After Visfot, I can't wait to see what he's cooked up with Jewel Thief. Saif Ali Khan in a heist thriller? Count me in! 🔥
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Rahul K.
Interesting collaboration between Siddharth Anand and Kookie. Hope they maintain the balance between style and substance. Sometimes these big budget films focus too much on scale and forget the story.
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Ananya S.
OMG Saif Ali Khan in a heist movie?! This is going to be epic! He's perfect for these suave, sophisticated roles. April 25 can't come soon enough 💎
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Vikram P.
Respectfully, I hope this isn't just style over substance. Kookie's films look amazing but sometimes lack emotional depth. Hope Jewel Thief proves me wrong!
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Sanjana R.
The way Kookie talks about challenging audience expectations gets me so excited! We need more directors who respect viewers' intelligence. Day 1 watch for sure!
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Arjun N.
Siddharth Anand spotting talent in Kookie after Visfot shows how good he is at identifying potential. Bollywood needs more of these creative partnerships!

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