Madras Cafe (2013)

Director
Shoojit Sircar

Main cast
John Abraham; Nargis Fakhri; Rashi Khanna; Siddhartha Basu; Ajay Rathnam

Genres
Thriller

Description
An Indian Intelligence agent journeys into a war torn coastal island, to break a resolute rebel group. He deftly maneuvers his resources to make significant breakthroughs, amidst a scenario where the enemy has no face and the only counsel is 'Don't get caught.' At various junctions, he meets a charismatic and passionate journalist who is following her will to reflect the truth behind the civil war. The story unfolds as their quest for the truth reveals a deeper conspiracy, by a faceless enemy, united to seize a common nemesis - India.


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