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Rajkummar Rao's Frugality Fuels Chaos in Netflix's 'Toaster' Trailer

Netflix has released the trailer for the upcoming dark comedy "Toaster," starring Rajkummar Rao and Sanya Malhotra. The film follows Ramakant, a profoundly stingy man whose mission to retrieve a toaster from a canceled wedding triggers escalating chaos. An ensemble cast, including Archana Puran Singh and Abhishek Banerjee, gets pulled into the absurd situations. The film, produced by Patralekhaa under Rao's Kampa Film, is set to premiere on the streaming platform on April 15.

Key Points: 'Toaster' Trailer: Rajkummar Rao's Miserly Obsession

  • Dark comedy about extreme frugality
  • Chaos from a wedding gift retrieval
  • Ensemble cast adds to the confusion
  • Premieres on Netflix April 15
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'Toaster' trailer: Rajkummar Rao's miserly obsession sparks chaos in upcoming comedy-drama

Watch the trailer for Netflix's dark comedy 'Toaster,' starring Rajkummar Rao as a man whose stinginess spirals into hilarious chaos. Premieres April 15.

'Toaster' trailer: Rajkummar Rao's miserly obsession sparks chaos in upcoming comedy-drama
"What really drew me to Toaster was how something so small can completely take over a person's mind. - Rajkummar Rao"

Mumbai, April 4

Netflix has dropped the official trailer of its upcoming dark comedy 'Toaster,' offering a glimpse into a chaotic narrative where frugality spirals into absurdity.

Headlined by Rajkummar Rao and Sanya Malhotra, the film is set to premiere on April 15.

Directed by Vivek Das Chaudhary and produced by Patralekhaa under Kampa Film, 'Toaster' centres on Ramakant, a man whose deep-rooted stinginess dictates every aspect of his life.

The trailer introduces Rao as the meticulous and uncompromising Ramakant, a self-proclaimed "kanjoos" who believes every rupee saved is a victory.

The story kicks off with a seemingly trivial incident, Ramakant gifting a toaster at a wedding. However, when the wedding is abruptly called off, his fixation on retrieving the appliance triggers a chain of increasingly complicated and chaotic events. What begins as a simple mission soon escalates into a series of messy situations, pulling in everyone around him.

The film blends dark humour with situational chaos, leaning heavily on its ensemble cast, which includes Archana Puran Singh, Abhishek Banerjee, Farah Khan, Upendra Limaye, Vinod Rawat, Jitendra Joshi, and Seema Pahwa. Each character contributes to the film's escalating confusion, adding layers to its fast-paced narrative.

Speaking about the project, Rajkummar Rao said, "This is a special one for me as it marks our first film under our production house, Kampa Film and produced by Patralekhaa. I'm truly excited to bring this story to audiences. What really drew me to Toaster was how something so small can completely take over a person's mind. Ramakant is someone who genuinely believes he's doing the right thing. He doesn't see his actions as extreme, he sees them as practical."

He added, "But that's exactly what makes the journey so unpredictable. It's a story that comes from a very real place, and watching that sincerity spiral into chaos is what makes the film both engaging and entertaining. It was also a joy working with such a brilliant cast, which really brought this world to life."

With a screenplay by Parveez Shaikh, Akshat Ghildial, and Anagh Mukerjee, Toaster promises a sharp, character-driven narrative where a minor obsession leads to major consequences.

The film premieres on the OTT channel on April 15.

- ANI

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Aman W
Finally, a comedy that doesn't look slapstick! The 'kanjoos' archetype is so common in Indian families. My grandfather used to save every rubber band and newspaper. This dark take on that mentality, with such a stellar cast (Seema Pahwa & Archana Puran Singh!), looks promising.
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Rohit P
Interesting concept, but I hope the humor doesn't just rely on making fun of frugality. For many in India, being 'kanjoos' is a necessity, not a choice. The trailer looks fun, but the film should handle the subject with some depth and not just for laughs.
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Sarah B
The ensemble cast is the real draw for me. Abhishek Banerjee and Jitendra Joshi are such underrated talents. A chaotic narrative driven by a simple toaster? Sign me up! This is exactly the kind of original content I love to see on streaming platforms.
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Vikram M
Rajkummar and Sanya are a great pair. After 'Badhaai Do', I'm excited to see them together again. The production house angle is cool too – Patralekhaa producing! April 15 is marked on my calendar. Hope it delivers the laughs without being too mean-spirited.
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Karthik V
The premise is brilliant! In a country where "waste not, want not" is a mantra, taking it to an absurd extreme is perfect for comedy. Reminds me of some classic Hindi comedies but with a modern, darker edge. Fingers crossed the writing is as sharp as the concept.

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