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Do Patti (Two Cards) is a film with an identity crisis, in that neither director Shashanka Chaturvedi nor writer/co-producer Kanika Dhillon seem to be entirely sure of its primary instinct.

Is it a twisted tale of identical twins, one good and one bad? Or is it one more hill station mystery? (For some reason, streaming platforms seem enamored with these — think of Netflix’s Aranyak or Mrs. Serial Killer, Voot’s Candy or ZEE5’s Rautu Ka Raaz. Perhaps the hope is that the beauteous mountain views will distract from the bumpy storytelling.)

Is this an impassioned plea against domestic violence, or a courtroom drama in which it’s difficult to decide who played whom? Is it an exploration of the nature of justice, and of whether the letter of the law or the spirit of the law is more important?

Do Patti attempts to be all of these,...

Murder mysteries are the recent trend in the Ott space, and several of them have starred Nawazdduin Siddiqui as well. Raat Akeli Hai on Netflix, Rautu Ka Raaz on Zee5 Global, and now Adbhut on SonyLIV. This movie is a typical story of supernatural events occurring and how Nawaz’s character attempts to find out the logical explanation behind these freak occurrences.

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Who was Gajraj Awasthi?

The movie began with Gajraj Awasthi, a detective based in Anantvan in Himachal Pradesh, being felicitated for his role in helping the police crack several murder cases. He was being asked several questions by the media about his investigative work, and one of them asked him whether he could tell them about any cases that were weird. By weird, they meant if he had any cases that were almost unsolvable because of their nature, to which Gajraj did not have any decent answers,...

Back in the day, crime dramas usually used to have corrupt cops. And even if the protagonist was a member of any law enforcement authority, they used to punch up instead of down. In case you’ve forgotten due to the Singham franchise’s recent trashy entries, the first one was actually about catching a corrupt politician, not doing the bidding of one. While movies like Ugly, Raman Raghav 2.0, Paan Singh Tomar, and Sonchiriya tried to show the real face of the law, films like Talaash, Mardaani (and its sequel), Raees, Dabangg (the entire trilogy), Murder Mubarak, Rautu ka Raaz, Khakee: The Bihar Chapter, Delhi Crime, and even the highly revered Article 15 kept portraying the police as the bastion of justice and righteousness. That said, slowly but steadily, directors and writers are starting to realize again that maybe celebrating the khaki uniform isn’t a good idea because it has some real-life consequences.

Nawazuddin Siddiqui, known for his versatility in intense dramas and quirky comedies, continues to push the boundaries of his craft. His latest project, “Rautu Ka Raaz,” is now trending globally on Zee5, showcasing his talent in a new, intriguing role.

Mystery and Intrigue in ‘Rautu Ka Raaz’

The film, “Rautu Ka Raaz,” features Nawazuddin Siddiqui as Sho Deepak Negi, a detective navigating a complex murder case in the mist-shrouded town of Rautu, nestled in the hills of Mussoorie. The town’s 15 years of peace are shattered when a hostel warden at a school for the blind is found dead, thrusting Negi into a web of deceit and mystery.

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Nawazuddin Siddiqui is one of the most versatile actors in our industry who consistently has proven his acting mettle over the years. He has created a distinct identity for himself as an actor in the industry today. With his amazing filmography and the diverse characters he portrays on the silver screen, he has managed to spark interest among the audiences and filmmakers. In an exciting update, Nawazuddin has signed his next film with director Anand Surapur, who recently directed the crime thriller film ‘Rautu Ka Raaz’ starring Nawazuddin in the role of a cop.

The director has already started work on his next. He said, “After Rautu Ka Raaz was well-received, Nawaz bhai called me up and told me, ‘Let’s do the other film as well, the mystery one set in Uttarakhand’ (the director had narrated the idea to the actor earlier). He has even given us dates to shoot in December.

Zee5 Global has been churning out many new Hindi and regional movies and shows tackling various subjects that diverge from cliché storytelling. Just a while back, the Telugu show Paruvu tackled the topic of the caste system. The Hindi romantic movie Luv Ki Arranged Marriage was about letting parents have a moment of love. Rautu Ka Raaz is another investigative thriller from Hindi cinema, directed by Anand Surapur. The movie was released on June 28, 2024, on Zee5 Global.

Rautu Ka Raaz has a runtime of less than two-hours, which is commendable. Many movies, especially in Hindi cinema, tend to cross the two-hour mark with nothing to offer to keep you there. Rautu Ka Raaz is a simple film set in the hills of Uttarakhand, where a murder has taken place inside a school for the blind. The warden Sangeeta Devi is found dead, and it sends shockwaves and a sense of terror through the small town.

In a quiet mountain village called Rautu Ki Beli, near Mussoorie, there’s a special school among the hills called Sewadham School. It’s for children who are physically challenged. But one night, something shocking happens—Sangeeta, the warden of the school, is found dead in her sleep. Initially, it looked like a natural death, but Inspector Deepak Negi suspects foul play—a possible murder. Rautu Ki Beli is known for its simple, peaceful life, so why would someone want to harm their warden? Was it personal revenge, or was there something more that the school was trying to hide? After Raat Akeli Hai, Nawazuddin Siddiqui returns as a cop again as Deepak Negi, this time portraying a character with a very simple and righteous approach. Let’s uncover it all. Join him as he uncovers the truth of what happened to the warden in Rautu ka Raaz by Anand Surapur,...

Rautu Ka Raaz is a murder mystery drama now streaming on Zee5, set in the Sewadham School nestled in a remote, serene village called Rautu Ki Beli. Life at this peaceful village was disrupted by the shocking news of the murder of the school warden, Sangeeta. This starts the investigation led by Inspector Deepak Negi, who dives into the mystery to uncover the truth behind her death. Throughout the film, we meet various characters whose roles and motives unfold in this suspenseful drama. Join us as we explore this cast and character guide to learn the secrets of Rautu Ka Raaz.

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Deepak Negi

Deepak Negi, played by Nawazuddin Siddiqui, is an Uttarakhand police officer stationed in the remote Rautu Ki Beli area. He is an example of a simple, rule-abiding cop deeply committed to his job. His dedication to his profession has been something else, even at the expense of his personal life.

Directed by Anand Surapur, Rautu ka Raaz takes us to a small town in Uttarakhand, where a warden of a school of blind children was found dead under mysterious circumstances. It was believed to be a natural death until police officer Deepak Negi came at the helm of affairs and realized that there was much more to it than met the eye. So, let’s find out who killed the warden and what the people of the village were hiding from the police.

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What happened at Sewa Dham School?

The blind school was the passion project of the local businessman Manoj Kesari, who was a known figure in the area. But of late, there were quite a lot of controversies and scandals. The law enforcement authorities took charge of things when it became known that the warden named Sangeeta Devi was found dead in her room one morning.

Nawazuddin Siddiqui. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Nawazuddin Siddiqui is known for giving bold and honest interviews. Recently, the actor revealed that he faces no discrimination in the film industry for being a Muslim. The actor often gets candid about his personal life, movies, and friendships in his interactions. In a new interview, the actor has talked about getting high and behaving in unexpected ways.

In a new interview, the Sacred Games star was asked if he tried to smoke up. The actor admitted to doing so and said that he used to enjoy it. But he doesn’t want to promote it as it was a mistake. “I had company of some people, who would smoke up so even I ended up doing that. I realised later that… I don’t want to promote it, I have made mistakes but its benefit was that jo travelling milti thi usmein, bada maza...

Nawazuddin Siddiqui on the film industry. (Photo Credit – Instagram)

Nawazuddin Siddiqui has given some remarkable performances in his career. From Gangs of Wasseypur to Sacred Games, the actor has given the audience memorable characters and dialogues. The actor has been a part of some incredible films. Recently, Siddiqui expressed how grateful he feels to live and work in the film industry in India.

In a new interview, the Gangs of Wasseypur actor revealed that he has zero interest in politics and cricket. However, when asked why he portrayed Shiv Sena founder Bal Thackeray, the actor revealed that he is happy to play the political character. When Nawazuddin played the politician on screen, he faced backlash from the Muslim community. To the same, the actor responded that there was not much backlash.

Nawazuddin Siddiqui On Whether He Faces Discrimination

Furthermore, Nawazuddin Siddiqui was asked if he faces discrimination between Hindus and Muslims in the film industry.