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Detective Sherdil Trailer: Diljit Dosanjh Plays an Unconventional Cop
Updated on: 10 June, 2025 06:49 PM IST |Amruta Karulkar
Diljit Dosanjh in Detective Sherdil
Get ready to see a whole new side of Diljit Dosanjh! The multi-talented star is trading his signature charm for a magnifying glass in the upcoming thriller, "Detective Sherdil." The recently released trailer has already set the internet abuzz, promising a gripping murder mystery infused with a healthy dose of dark comedy. Dosanjh is stepping into the shoes of an unconventional cop, marking a significant departure from his usual on-screen personas.
The trailer showcases Dosanjh`s fresh take on a brilliant investigator. Zee5 captioned the trailer launch with, "A murder with many suspects. And a sher with the chaabi to everyone`s dil. Are you ready?" In a quirky moment, the detective describes himself, stating that for white people, he is Sherlock; for Indians, he is Byomkesh; and for his parents, he is Karamchand.
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Helmed by debutant director Ravi Chhabriya, who also edited the film, "Detective Sherdil" features a stellar ensemble cast. Joining Dosanjh, Irani, and Penty are Chunky Panday, Ratna Pathak Shah, Sumeet Vyas, and Banita Sandhu. Written by Sagar Bajaj, Ravi Chhabriya, and Ali Abbas Zafar, this film marks Zafar`s second collaboration with Diljit after the critically acclaimed "Jogi."
Mark your calendars! "Detective Sherdil" is set to premiere on ZEE5 on June 20.
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What`s the Mystery About?
The story unfolds in the picturesque city of Budapest, where billionaire tycoon Pankaj Bhatti, played by the veteran Boman Irani, is murdered in cold blood on a highway. What initially seems like a straightforward hate crime soon unravels into a complex case entangled with family secrets, billion-dollar motives, and shocking betrayals. Diljit, as the titular Detective Sherdil, is on the case. He teams up with the sharp and composed investigator Natasha, portrayed by Diana Penty, to solve the puzzle.The trailer showcases Dosanjh`s fresh take on a brilliant investigator. Zee5 captioned the trailer launch with, "A murder with many suspects. And a sher with the chaabi to everyone`s dil. Are you ready?" In a quirky moment, the detective describes himself, stating that for white people, he is Sherlock; for Indians, he is Byomkesh; and for his parents, he is Karamchand.
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Star Power and Fan Frenzy
The film has already received a nod of approval from industry peers. Vicky Kaushal gave a shout-out to the film on his Instagram stories, calling the trailer ‘Mazedaar.’ Fans are equally thrilled to witness Diljit in a detective avatar, hailing him as the "master of all genres." The return of Diana Penty to the screen has also piqued audience interest. Interestingly, some eagle-eyed fans have drawn parallels between the film`s premise and Daniel Craig`s popular whodunit, "Knives Out."Helmed by debutant director Ravi Chhabriya, who also edited the film, "Detective Sherdil" features a stellar ensemble cast. Joining Dosanjh, Irani, and Penty are Chunky Panday, Ratna Pathak Shah, Sumeet Vyas, and Banita Sandhu. Written by Sagar Bajaj, Ravi Chhabriya, and Ali Abbas Zafar, this film marks Zafar`s second collaboration with Diljit after the critically acclaimed "Jogi."
Mark your calendars! "Detective Sherdil" is set to premiere on ZEE5 on June 20.
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