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Sejal Shah calls Costao a fantastic story as she makes her directorial debut

ANI April 29, 2025 223 views

Sejal Shah makes her directorial debut with the crime drama Costao, starring Nawazuddin Siddiqui as a rebellious customs officer. The film is set in 1990s Goa against a backdrop of smuggling and corruption. Shah describes the project as a dream collaboration with creative freedom. Costao premieres May 1 on ZEE5 with an ensemble cast including Priya Bapat.

"It's a dream to be part of such a project...we got to work with creative integrity" - Sejal Shah"
New Delhi, April 29: The biographical drama Costao, which stars Nawazuddin Siddiqui, will mark Sejal Shah's debut as a director.

Key Points

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Costao marks Sejal Shah's directorial debut

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Nawazuddin plays a rogue customs officer in 90s Goa

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Film explores smuggling and systemic corruption

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Features Priya Bapat, Kishore Kumar G in pivotal roles

In a conversation with ANI, Shah shared why she chose Costao for her first film and spoke about the experience of working on the project.

"It's a dream for anyone to be a part of such a project because I was very lucky to have found such a fantastic story. Then Nawazuddin agreeing to do it, and when Vinod Bhanushali came on board as a producer--there was a lot of pressure, but I never felt that pressure from any of them. Also, the best part was that there was a lot of creative freedom. So, we really got to do the project with creative integrity," Shah told ANI.

The trailer for the Siddiqui-starrer Costao was unveiled earlier this month.

Set against the backdrop of 1990s Goa, Costao tells the story of a customs officer who dares to defy an empire built on smuggling, corruption, and fear. Nawazuddin portrays "Costao Fernandes--a sharp, unconventional enforcer whose bold tactics and unrelenting pursuit of justice put him at odds with both the criminal underworld and the very system he serves."

Take a look at the trailer

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIiYSqZNuTY/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Directed by debutant Sejal Shah, the movie also features Priya Bapat, Kishore Kumar G, Gagan Dev Riar, and Hussain Dalal.

The film will be released on May 1 on ZEE5.

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
Wow, the trailer looks intense! Nawazuddin never disappoints with his performances. Excited to see what Sejal Shah brings to the table as a new director. May 1 can't come soon enough! 🔥
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Priya M.
The 90s Goa setting sounds fascinating! I love period dramas that explore lesser-known stories. Hope they've captured the authentic vibe of that era.
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Amit S.
While I'm excited for the film, I hope the trailer isn't showing all the best parts already. Sometimes new directors try too hard to impress in their debut and give away too much.
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Neha P.
Nawazuddin as a customs officer? That's some inspired casting right there! The man can play any role with such authenticity. Definitely watching this on ZEE5 next week.
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Sanjay R.
Interesting premise! We need more films about honest officers fighting corruption. The real heroes don't always wear capes. Hope the execution matches the great story idea.
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Meera D.
So proud to see more women directors getting opportunities! The industry needs fresh perspectives. Wishing Sejal Shah all the success for her debut 🙌

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