Some films skip the fanfare and make a silent digital entry, and Sister Midnight, starring Radhika Apte, is one such film. Released theatrically on May 30 with minimal buzz, the dark comedy flew under the radar. Now, just two weeks later, it has quietly dropped on OTT platforms in the UK, without any major promotion.
Directed by Karan Kandhari, Sister Midnight dives into the grim realities of an emotionally fractured arranged marriage set in the heart of a Mumbai slum. The film features Apte as Uma, a young woman stuck in a cold, loveless marriage with Gopal, a man who avoids physical intimacy, leaving her emotionally and physically frustrated.
One night, Uma attempts to bridge the gap between them. By morning, she’s found dead. What unfolds next is a gripping and emotionally raw narrative that explores gender, repression, and autonomy through a deeply personal lens.
Made with the support of Hollywood technicians, Sister Midnight offers a bold cinematic experience and is not meant for the faint-hearted. With scenes that are blunt and occasionally uncomfortable, the film holds a mirror to harsh realities rarely discussed in mainstream cinema.
Radhika Apte delivers a powerful performance, grounding the story with nuance and vulnerability. While not a family-friendly watch, Sister Midnight is one for those who appreciate dark, thought-provoking cinema.
The film is now available for streaming in Hindi on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Google Play, but only for viewers in the UK. There’s no official word yet on its India OTT release date.
