Genre: Action/Thriller
Release Date: 2024
Language: Hindi
Season: 1
Series Overview:
Bad Cop is a Hindi-language crime thriller series, adapted from the German series Bad Cop – kriminell gut. Directed by Aditya Datt, it stars Anurag Kashyap, Gulshan Devaiah, and others. The series premiered on 21 June 2024 on Disney+ Hotstar.
NDTV Review:
Saibal Chatterjee gave it 2 stars, citing an abundance of thrills but criticized the superficial technical finesse and formulaic execution.
The Indian Express Review:
Shubhra Gupta noted the snappy dialogues and quick-paced episodes but did not provide a star rating.
Rediff.com Review:
Deepa Gahlot described the series as “not unwatchable” but felt it lacked humor and engagement, even with Hussain Dalal’s dialogue.
The Hindu Review:
Shilajit Mitra criticized the performances, suggesting they lacked authenticity and confidence.
India Today Review:
Zinia Bandyopadhyay rated it 2 stars, calling it a weak thriller with a feeble screenplay and formulaic sequences.
The Free Press Journal Review:
Troy Ribeiro acknowledged weak writing but praised Hussain Dalal’s dialogues for their dramatic quality.
Times Now Review:
Sushmita Dey found the series to provide fleeting entertainment without lasting impact.
The Week Review:
Suparna Sharma praised the direction, interesting characters, and effective use of cinematography and editing.
