"The Lady Killer" is a 2023 Indian Hindi-language crime thriller film directed by Ajay Bahl, starring Arjun Kapoor and Bhumi Pednekar
. The film was released in theaters on November 3, 2023
. Upon release, the film was critically panned and grossed a measly ₹38,000 on its first day, selling just 293 tickets across India
. It is said to have been released incomplete with several editing cuts and voiceovers
. The plot revolves around Rajender Joshi, played by Arjun Kapoor, who runs a pharmacy in Naintal
. He looks for a new frontier and has aspirations of opening his own diagnostic center in the city
. The film narrates the tale of a small-town playboy who falls for a dangerous and destructive woman, and together, they embark on a perilous journey
. The trailer for the film showcases Arjun Kapoor and Bhumi Pednekar's passionate romance, with Bhumi's true identity being unveiled to Arjun, leading to a dangerous and destructive turn in their relationship
. The film also hints at a murder
. The film was produced with a budget of ₹45 crore
. However, it faced several production challenges, primarily due to shooting schedule delays
. The film's producer, T-Series, released "The Lady Killer" without completing the scheduled outdoor shoot in Uttarakhand due to incessant rains
. The film had to be edited and finished without this crucial footage, and the rushed cinema release was mainly due to an obligation to an upcoming OTT platform premiere
