The central bond between mother and daughter serves as the emotional core of the movie. 📺 How to Watch Legally

The plot centers on (Alia Bhatt) and her husband Hamza (Vijay Varma). While they appear to be a normal couple living in a chawl in Mumbai, Hamza is a volatile alcoholic who regularly beats Badru. Despite the abuse, Badru remains hopeful that his behavior will change, especially after she discovers she is pregnant.

The turning point occurs when Hamza's violence leads to a tragic miscarriage. This loss shatters Badru’s devotion. With the help of her mother, (Shefali Shah), she decides to turn the tables. Instead of leaving him, they kidnap Hamza and hold him hostage in his own home, subjecting him to the same "treatments" and humiliations he inflicted on Badru. Key Themes

Alia Bhatt, Shefali Shah, Vijay Varma, and Roshan Mathew Runtime: 2 hours 14 minutes Rating: TV-14 (contains violence and mature themes) Darlings Movie Review | Common Sense Media

You can stream Darlings officially on Netflix. It is also available for rent or purchase on Amazon Prime Video.