Mitin: Ekti Khunir Sandhaney Review – A Predictable Whodunit That Fails to Thrill

Director: Arindam Sil
Cast: Koel Mallick, Saheb Chatterjee, Kananika Banerjee, Subhrajit Dutta, Gaurab Chatterjee
Genre: Thriller / Whodunit
Language: Bengali
Franchise: Mitin Mashi (Part 3)

Arindam Sil’s Mitin: Ekti Khunir Sandhaney, adapted from Suchitra Bhattacharya’s Megher Pore Megh, marks the third installment of the popular Mitin Mashi franchise. Released during Christmas with the promise of a gripping murder mystery, the film unfortunately struggles to match the expectations of a contemporary thriller.

Story Overview

The film opens with the kidnapping and murder of a man whose body is discovered inside his apartment. Private investigator Mitin Mashi takes charge of the case. However, the central mystery becomes predictable within the first 15–20 minutes, making it easy for viewers to identify the criminal long before the official reveal.

The narrative revolves around a familiar love triangle and betrayal, which makes the whodunit feel formula-driven rather than suspenseful.

What Works

• Koel Mallick delivers a confident, stylish, and composed performance as Mitin Mashi. Her screen presence, dialogue delivery, and action sequences stand out and remain the film’s biggest strength.

• The supporting cast, including Kananika Banerjee, Subhrajit Dutta, and Gaurab Chatterjee, perform adequately within their limited scope.

• Technically, the film looks polished with a well-designed background score and sound.

• Cinematography captures Kolkata in a noir-inspired tone, adding visual depth. The music occasionally helps in building tension.

What Doesn’t Work

• Predictability is the film’s biggest flaw. The suspense collapses early as the culprit becomes obvious.

• The investigation lacks structure and depth, with underdeveloped characters.

• Several unnecessary chase scenes, action blocks, and song sequences slow down the narrative.

• The climax is weak and illogical, offering no satisfying payoff.

• The runtime feels lazy and repetitive, with the story looping without raising stakes.

Final Verdict

Mitin: Ekti Khunir Sandhaney may appeal to fans of the franchise and viewers who enjoy Koel Mallick in a strong central role. However, audiences looking for a sharp, unpredictable, and gripping thriller—especially in the OTT era—are likely to be disappointed.

⭐ Rating: 2.5/5

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