Movie Review: Bihu Attack — A Quiet Thriller Rooted in Assam’s Reality

Movie: Bihu Attack
Cast: Dev Menaria, Daisy Shah, Arbaaz Khan, Rahul Dev, Raza Murad, Yukti Kapoor, Amie Misobbah, Hiten Tejwani, Mir Sarwar, Amit Lekhwani
Director: Suzad Iqbal Khan
Producer: Prabir Kanta Saha
Duration: 2 hours 10 minutes
Censor: UA 
Release Date: 16 January 2026
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐½                                    

Rather than chasing formula-driven thrills, Bihu Attack chooses a measured approach to storytelling. By placing a national security threat within the cultural framework of Assam’s Bihu festival, the film attempts to offer a perspective rarely explored in mainstream Hindi cinema.

Story

Raj Kunwar (Dev Menaria) is a disciplined officer shaped by personal loss and professional duty. As a single father, his emotional restraint contrasts with the urgency of his mission when intelligence agencies uncover plans for a terrorist attack during the Bihu celebrations.

The plot involves cross-border terror groups, local sleeper cells, and a looming threat to the Defence Minister’s visit. With guidance from the IB Chief (Arbaaz Khan), Raj races against time, forming the backbone of the film’s tension.

Performances

Dev Menaria convincingly portrays internal conflict without excessive dramatics. Arbaaz Khan remains steady and composed, while Daisy Shah appears sparingly. The ensemble cast performs sincerely, though several characters feel sketchy due to limited screen time.

Direction and Technical Aspects

Suzad Iqbal Khan’s direction reflects restraint and seriousness. While some sequences drag, the overall tone remains consistent. The background score is functional, and the absence of commercial song placements reinforces the film’s grounded mood.

Final Verdict

Bihu Attack may not appeal to mass audiences seeking fast-paced action, but it succeeds in conveying its message. The film’s very existence reflects bold decision-making, proving that producer Prabir Kanta Saha made this film with courage and conviction.