The wait is over! The much-anticipated trailer of Costao, starring Nawazuddin Siddiqui, is finally out—and it’s everything fans hoped for and more. Directed by Sejal Shah, the film is inspired by the real-life story of Mr. Costao Fernandes, a fearless customs officer who dared to take on Goa’s most powerful smuggling syndicate in the 1990s.
From intense drama to gripping action and emotional depth, the trailer promises a powerful David-versus-Goliath narrative, with Siddiqui at the heart of it all, delivering a performance that has already set fans buzzing.
Here are 5 epic moments from the trailer that have caught everyone’s attention:
1. Nawazuddin Siddiqui as the Unbreakable Costao
Dressed in crisp white, Siddiqui commands the screen as the righteous officer who steps into a murky world of crime, gold smuggling, and systemic corruption. His presence instantly sets the tone for a powerful battle.
2. Inspired by a True Hero
The film is based on real events from the life of Costao Fernandes, making the narrative all the more gripping. The stakes are high, and the sense of realism adds gravity to the storyline.
3. Twist of Fate: From Patriot to Fugitive
One of the trailer’s most shocking reveals is Costao’s fall from grace. Wrongfully accused of murder, he goes from hero to India’s ‘most wanted’. The shift adds suspense and emotional intensity to the plot.
4. Dark Underworld of Goa
The trailer gives viewers a chilling glimpse into the crime-ridden world of 1990s Goa, with powerful dialogues, corrupt networks, and nail-biting confrontations with Goa’s most feared gold smuggler.
5. Strong Ensemble & Crew
Costao features Priya Bapat in a pivotal role and boasts an impressive production lineup including Vinod Bhanushali, Kamlesh Bhanushali, Bhavesh Mandalia, Sejal Shah, Shyam Sunder, and Faizuddin Siddiqui. Backed by Bhanushali Studios Limited and Bombay Fables Motion Pictures, the film brings together cinematic scale and strong storytelling.
🎬 Costao will premiere exclusively on Zee5 on May 1, 2025.
With a power-packed performance by Nawazuddin Siddiqui and a storyline rooted in truth, Costao is shaping up to be one of the most intense crime dramas of the year.
Stay tuned for more updates!