Khufiya Twitter Review: Netizens hail Tabu starrer spy thriller as 'must-watch', Wamiqa Gabbi takes the cake

After intriguing audiences with an engaging trailer, the makers have finally released the much-awaited film, Khufiya on Netflix. Directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, the spy thriller stars Tabu, Ali Fazal and Wamiqa Gabbi in lead roles. So far, the viewers have given a thumbs up to the film based on Amar Bhushan’s espionage novel Escape to Nowhere. A majority of netizens gave a special mention to Wamiqa’s powerful performance.

“Just watched #Khufiya on #Netflix and it was AMAZING! The film is a must-watch for fans of spy thrillers,with its gripping storyline, stunning visuals, and top-notch performances of the cast; especially Tabu is brilliant in the lead. Kudos to @VishalBhardwaj & team for this gem!” said a X(formerly known as Twitter). “Watched #Khufiya its is watchable thriller with some great performances, thrilling score and visuals But the Problem starts from Movie's 2nd half its tends to get so easy that any thrill is not left in this spy thriller But for me @GabbiWamiqa she shines in this movie,” another netizen commented.

Just watched #Khufiya on #Netflix and it was AMAZING!
The film is a must-watch for fans of spy thrillers,with its gripping storyline, stunning visuals, and top-notch performances of the cast; especially Tabu is brilliant in the lead. Kudos to @VishalBhardwaj & team for this gem!

— Rajiv Pal Satirism (@coolrajivpal) October 5, 2023

Watched #Khufiya its is watchable thriller with some great preformances, thrilling score and visuals

But the Problem starts from Movie's 2nd half its tends to get so easy that any thrill is not left in this spy thriller

But for me @GabbiWamiqa
she shines in this movie

— Himanshu (@Shyyyhuman) October 5, 2023

The magic of #tabu and the brilliance of @VishalBhardwaj @alifazal9 @GabbiWamiqa makes #Khufiya a searing watch #Netflix

— Puja Talwar (@talwar_puja) October 5, 2023

Lauding the performances of Tabu and Wamiqa, one of the users wrote, “Tabu and Wamiqa Gabbi shine in #Khufiya, a spy drama that weaves a web of secrets. While it keeps you engaged, pacing issues and uneven storytelling hold it back. Watchable, but leaves you hanging.” Another user praised film’s aesthetics saying, “The opening scene of #Khufiya is WOW!!! The aesthetics and cinematography are top-notch!!! And Tabu's voice-over.”

Tabu and Wamiqa Gabbi shine in #Khufiya, a spy drama that weaves a web of secrets. While it keeps you engaged, pacing issues and uneven storytelling hold it back. Watchable, but leaves you hanging. 🕵️‍♀️🔍 #MovieReview #Tabu #WamiqaGabbi #Leo

— Cinephile (@WandererUser) October 5, 2023

🎬 Just watched #VishalBhardwaj’s #Khufiya on #Netflix and I’m sharing my thoughts! 🕵️‍♀️ #Tabu’s mesmerizing portrayal of Krishna is a highlight, delving into personal and professional secrets. #AliFazal’s sharp performance as Ravi adds depth to the story. While it plays with… pic.twitter.com/938AUQMoFm

— InsightRover (@InsightRover) October 5, 2023

The opening scene of #Khufiya is WOW!!!
The aesthetics and cinematography are top-notch!!!
And Tabu's voice-over 🤌♥️#KhufiyaOnNetflix

— Aayushi🪶 (@Kaahaniwali_) October 5, 2023

The official synopsis of the movie read, “An operative of the Indian spy agency known as R&AW is assigned to track down a mole who is selling defense secrets while grappling with her dual identity as a spy and a love.” Backed by Vishal Bhardwaj, the film also stars Ashish Vidyarthi, Atul Kulkarni among others in key roles. It streamed on Netflix on October 5, 2023.