Guilty Minds: An Ambitious Legal Drama with a Lot Going On

Plot

Guilty Minds is a legal drama that follows two Delhi lawyers, Kashaf Quaze and Deepak Rana, who clash and collaborate to seek justice for their clients. The show explores their interpersonal relationships, their professional differences, and their sexual tension.

Acting

Shriya Pilgaonkar, Varun Mitra, and Sugandha Garg deliver standout performances as the central characters of the show. The supporting cast, which includes Karishma Tanna, Benjamin Gilani, and Kulbushan Kharbanda, lend gravitas and depth to the proceedings.

Cinematography

The show's realistic depiction of Indian courtrooms is a refreshing change from the melodramatic and over-the-top portrayals we usually see in Hindi legal films and shows. The cinematography captures the mood and tone of Delhi's city life with accuracy.

Direction

Shefali Bhushan, alongside co-director Jayant Digambar Somalkar, and co-writers Manav Bhushan and Deeksha Gujral, brings an insider's perspective and pizzaz to the proceedings, thanks to her first-hand experience of living under the same roof as eminent legal eagles.

Verdict

Guilty Minds has too much going on to wolf down it all in one big binge watch session, but it's a well-made ensemble. Each episode takes on a different case, ranging from Bollywood's idea of consent to IVF scams. The show succeeds in picking sensitive subjects, but the execution falls short outside the courtroom. Overall, Guilty Minds is a decent watch, with solid performances, engaging stories, and a realistic portrayal of the Indian judicial system.

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