Synopsis

A Gripping Crime Thriller | Now Screening | Distributed by RFT Films

Directed by: Jithu Ashraf (Debut)
Written by: Shahi Kabir
Starring: Kunchacko Boban, Priyamani, Vishak Nair, Jagadish
Genre: Crime | Action | Thriller
Language: Malayalam
Release Year: 2025

🎬 About the Film

“Officer on Duty” is a hard-hitting Malayalam crime-action thriller that follows a battle-scarred cop’s descent into darkness as he confronts a drug-fueled conspiracy with deep personal stakes. Directed by Jithu Ashraf in his breakout debut and penned by acclaimed writer Shahi Kabir, this gripping narrative explores the boundaries of law, trauma, and justice.

Kunchacko Boban delivers a powerful performance as CI Harishankar, a demoted officer wrestling with his past and PTSD while trying to crack a disturbing web of sexual exploitation, custodial abuse, and revenge killings. With stellar support from Priyamani, Jagadish, and Vishak Nair, the film blends raw emotion with gritty action.

🔥 Why Watch It

• Kunchacko Boban’s career-best performance as a man fighting inner demons and external threats

• A dark, layered storyline that blends emotional trauma with investigative tension

• Intense background score, impactful dialogues, and suspense-packed sequences

• A hard-hitting social commentary on abuse, mental health, and systemic corruption

• Critically acclaimed and a commercial hit across Kerala and beyond

📍 Now Showing in the UK, Ireland & Europe

Distributed by RFT Films, Officer on Duty is currently playing in theatres across major cities.

👉 Find Showtimes on rftfilms.co.uk
📞 Contact for bulk bookings & inquiries: contact@rftfilms.co.uk