The film, which is available on Amazon Prime Video, concludes with a final showdown that tests Adithya's morals and uncovers the full truth behind the corruption that drove Vishnu to violence. V (2020) directed by Mohana Krishna Indraganti - Letterboxd
The story for the 2020 Telugu-language action thriller follows a high-stakes cat-and-mouse game between a decorated police officer and a mysterious serial killer. The Setup
As the investigation unfolds, the dark past of the killer is revealed: The film, which is available on Amazon Prime
DCP Adithya (Sudheer Babu) is a celebrated "super-cop" in Hyderabad, known for his impeccable record and flamboyant public persona. His perfect life is upended when a ruthless killer, Vishnu (Nani), brutally murders a fellow officer and leaves a taunting note addressed directly to Adithya.
: Vishnu was once a highly decorated Army Special Forces officer. His perfect life is upended when a ruthless
: Vishnu believes Adithya—or the system he represents—failed to protect his family or was indirectly involved in the events that led to his loss.
: The killings are not random; they are a calculated revenge mission for the death of his wife, Saheba (Aditi Rao Hydari), who was killed during a riot caused by a deep-rooted conspiracy. : The killings are not random; they are
Vishnu challenges Adithya to a series of psychological games, promising to commit four more murders unless the cop can stop him. The killer leaves cryptic clues and riddles at each crime scene, forcing Adithya into a desperate race against time. To help crack the puzzles, Adithya teams up with Apoorva (Nivetha Thomas), an aspiring crime novelist who provides insights into the killer's possible motivations.