When we see this name, it reminds us of the old classic 1967 Hindi-language film“ Jewel Thief.” Starring Dev Anand and Vyjayantimala in the lead roles and directed by Vijay Anand. After its release, many critics drew similarities to Western movies, for example, it was influenced by Alfred Hitchcock’s movies, such as “To Catch a Thief” (1955), and the portrayal of women’s empowerment was inspired by the film “The Man Who Knew Too Much” (1956). However, Jewel Thief became one of the highest-grossing movies at that time.
The plot is simple—find the jewel thief (Amar) responsible for stealing all the valuable jewels from the town. Here, the story gets interesting when the police commissioner’s son (Vinay) also looks like the thief. This causes a plot twist and highlights how Amar and Vinay are entangled in a complicated mess. At the end, The Heist, committed by the thief, leads to suspense and a thrilling climax, where the police must nab him for the well-being of society. Adding a touch of suspense, drama, humour, and action, the director has wonderfully captured the essence of the frame.
Now, Netflix is yet to release a new movie named “Jewel Thief—The Heist Begins,” starring Saif Ali Khan, Jaideep Ahlawat, Nikita Dutta, and Kunal Kapoor in the lead roles. Considering the name Hiest, let us draw an analysis of this movie.
Obsessions of Heist
It means stealing valuable possessions from a place or person, often including weapons or arms. The original Heist gained widespread attention due to Netflix’s “Money Heist” series in 2017. A strategic professor recruits skilled members from each state and plans a brilliant heist of breaking into the royal mint of Spain without getting caught. The series follows an intense attempt to achieve the heist and flee, meanwhile, handling internal conflicts and dealing with the police becomes a complicated task, ultimately leading to a plot full of twists.
Inspired?
Now the question arises: Is Saif Ali Khan’s movie inspired by the heist series, or is some new plot underway? Yes, Saif Ali Khan’s movie may draw similar attention, where Saif, a professional thief, is responsible for heisting a diamond that is yet to arrive in Mumbai from Africa. One can assume the storyline to be the same, but the action sequence, star cast, and plot twists sound promising and different. Director Kookie Gulati and Robbie Grewal, produced by the infamous director Siddharth Anand, have carefully crafted this story to engage the audience.
Moreover, Anand’s notable films include War, Pathaan, and Bang Bang, which have already broken box-office records. Now it’s– Heist time, as a glimpse of the film has created a buzz in town; people are waiting for this fun-filled, suspenseful, and thrilling ride. This enjoyment can be amplified on the upcoming day, Friday. Watch this energetic movie with family and friends.
Written By: Tejaswini Prasad