The Accused Netflix movie has been on my radar since the first teaser dropped, and now that it’s finally streaming, I can say the wait was worth it. Konkona Sen Sharma leads this psychological thriller from Dharmatic Entertainment, and it’s the kind of film that keeps you uncomfortable in the best way. Here’s everything you need to know.
TL;DR: Accused is a psychological thriller on Netflix starring Konkona Sen Sharma and Pratibha Ranta, directed by Anubhuti Kashyap and produced by Karan Johar’s Dharmatic Entertainment. It explores guilt, perception, and power through a slow-burn narrative. Streaming now.
What Is Accused About?
Without spoiling too much, Accused centers around a woman (Konkona) who becomes the focal point of a criminal investigation. The film plays with perspective, making you question who’s telling the truth and who’s performing for the cameras.
It’s not a whodunit in the traditional sense. Think more along the lines of a character study wrapped in a thriller structure. The tension doesn’t come from car chases or plot twists. It comes from silences, glances, and the way people talk around things they don’t want to say out loud.
Anubhuti Kashyap (yes, Anurag Kashyap’s sister) directs, and you can feel the family DNA. She’s got a similar sense of patience with scenes, letting them breathe and build before pulling the rug.
[IMAGE: Konkona Sen Sharma in Accused movie still]
Konkona Sen Sharma brings her signature intensity to Accused. (16:9)
Accused Netflix Cast: Who’s in It?
The cast is small but stacked.
Konkona Sen Sharma leads and she’s, predictably, excellent. There’s nobody in Indian cinema who does “quietly furious” better than her. She’s in almost every frame and carries the weight of the film without breaking a sweat.
Pratibha Ranta plays a key supporting role, and honestly she’s the surprise here. After Laapataa Ladies, I knew she had range, but this is a completely different gear. She’s raw and unpredictable in ways I didn’t expect.
The rest of the cast includes some familiar faces from the indie circuit. No big names beyond Konkona, but everyone pulls their weight.
How’s the Direction and Writing?
Anubhuti Kashyap takes her time with this one. And that’s both the film’s strength and its potential weakness depending on what you’re looking for.
If you want a fast-paced thriller that keeps dropping bombs every ten minutes, this isn’t it. Accused moves deliberately. Scenes stretch. Conversations go in circles. And that’s all intentional. The film wants you to sit with the discomfort.
The writing is sharp, though. Dialogue feels natural and unforced. There are moments where characters say one thing and clearly mean another, and the script trusts you to catch it. I appreciate that.
Where it wobbles slightly is the second act. There’s a stretch in the middle that feels about 15 minutes too long, like they were trying to establish atmosphere that was already established. But the third act pulls everything together and the landing is strong.
[IMAGE: Behind-the-scenes still from Accused Netflix production]
Anubhuti Kashyap on the sets of Accused. Dharmatic’s production is polished throughout. (1:1)
Should You Watch Accused?
Yes, but with the right expectations.
This isn’t mass entertainment. It’s not designed to be binged casually while you’re scrolling your phone. Accused demands your attention, and if you give it, the payoff is there.
I’d recommend it to anyone who liked films like Talvar, Section 375, or Badla. That zone of Indian thriller that’s more courtroom-brain than action-adrenaline. If you’re in that audience, this is probably the best new Indian thriller on any platform right now.
For general audiences? It might feel slow. And that’s okay. Not every film needs to work for everyone.
My rating: a solid 7.5/10. Konkona alone is worth pressing play.
[IMAGE: Konkona Sen Sharma and Pratibha Ranta in Accused movie still]
Konkona and Pratibha Ranta make a compelling pair in Accused. (4:5)
Accused vs Other Netflix India Thrillers
Netflix India has built a pretty strong thriller library over the past few years. How does Accused stack up?
I’d put it below Kohrra Season 1 but above most other recent entries. It doesn’t have the sprawling ambition of something like Sacred Games, but it’s tighter and more focused. In terms of recent comparisons, it’s better than Khakee and on par with Jaane Jaan in terms of quality, though the styles are very different.
Basically, if you’ve been disappointed by Netflix India’s recent output, Accused is a course correction. It feels like a film that was made because someone had a story to tell, not because a content quota needed filling.
The Dharmatic Entertainment Factor
It’s worth noting that this is a Dharmatic Entertainment production. That’s Karan Johar’s digital content arm, and they’ve been on a quiet streak of quality. Guilty, Searching for Sheela, and now Accused.
Say what you want about KJo’s mainstream Bollywood output, but Dharmatic consistently backs interesting projects with directors who have a vision. They don’t micromanage the creative. At least that’s the impression I get from the end results.
FAQs
Who stars in Accused on Netflix?
Konkona Sen Sharma and Pratibha Ranta lead the cast.
Who directed Accused?
Anubhuti Kashyap.
Is Accused based on a true story?
No confirmed reports. It appears to be an original screenplay, though it draws from real social dynamics.
Accused Netflix release date?
February 2026. It’s streaming now.
Is Accused worth watching?
If you enjoy slow-burn psychological thrillers, absolutely. It’s not for everyone, but Konkona’s performance alone makes it worthwhile.
Who produced Accused?
Dharmatic Entertainment, which is Karan Johar’s digital content production company.
How long is Accused?
Roughly 2 hours. It’s a film, not a series.
Sources: Netflix India, [FilmiBeat](https://www.filmibeat.com/), [OTTPlay](https://www.ottplay.com/)
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Final Thoughts
Accused isn’t going to be for everyone. It’s slow, it’s uncomfortable, and it doesn’t hand you easy answers. But if you’re in the mood for something that treats you like an intelligent viewer, Konkona’s performance alone makes it worth the time. Give it at least 40 minutes before you decide. That’s when the film stops setting up and starts delivering. Dharmatic is building a solid reputation for this kind of content, and Accused is exactly why.
