Mrs. Serial Killer (2020): Cast, Ratings & Plot
Mrs. Serial Killer is a 2020 thriller directed by Shirish Kunder, starring Chanda Joshi as Mrs. Rastogi, Jacqueline Fernandez and Manoj Bajpayee. It runs 1 hour 46 minutes. Its Echo Score is 32/100.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 46m (106 min)
- Director
- Shirish Kunder
- Genre
- Thriller
- Original language
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Hindi
- Studio
- Three's Company Productions
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Mrs. Serial Killer About?
The premise of Mrs. Serial Killer without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
A killer love story. When her husband is framed and imprisoned for serial murders, a doting wife must perform a copycat murder, to prove her husband’s innocence.
Mrs. Serial Killer Themes & Keywords
· 8 tags- serial killer
- psycho
- love affair
- karate
- neon lighting
- serial killer crime
- wife
- doctor
Mrs. Serial Killer Cast & Characters
Chanda Joshi leads the cast as Mrs. Rastogi, with Jacqueline Fernandez as Sona Mukerjee and Manoj Bajpayee as Dr. Mrityunjoy “Joy” Mukerjee. Directed by Shirish Kunder; 7 actors are credited in all.
- Director Shirish Kunder
- Chanda Joshi as Mrs. Rastogi
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Jacqueline Fernandez as Sona Mukerjee - Manoj Bajpayee as Dr. Mrityunjoy “Joy” Mukerjee
- Mohit Raina as Inspector Imran Shahid
Also Starring in Mrs. Serial Killer
· 3 more- Darshan Jariwala Brij Rastogi
- Zayn Marie Khan Anushka Tiwari
- Deepak Arora Sid
More from Shirish Kunder
More films directed by Shirish Kunder, best-rated first: Heartthrob, Kriti and Jaan-E-Mann.
Mrs. Serial Killer Reviews & Ratings
Our Echo Score gives it 32/100, strongest in sensory experience (40) and weakest in story & flow (25).
Mrs. Serial Killer Echo Score Breakdown
Mrs. Serial Killer falls short across virtually every dimension of filmmaking, delivering a fragmented thriller that struggles to engage. Critics and viewers alike point to weak direction, inconsistent pacing, and a lack of narrative cohesion, while the performances are often described as over‑acted and unconvincing. Even the occasional visual flair cannot salvage the overall experience. In sum, the film offers little of lasting value and is likely to be dismissed by most audiences.
Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.
- Art & Craft 30
In terms of art and craft, the film exhibits a noticeable discrepancy between occasional set and lighting design and overall directional weakness. Critics highlight generic cinematography and a lack of coherent editing, while a few viewers commend isolated visual moments. The dominant impression, however, is a disjointed visual presentation that fails to support the story. Consequently, the artistic execution is judged as subpar.
- Character & Emotion 35
When it comes to character and emotion, performances are largely criticized for over‑acting and lack of depth. Jacqueline Fernandez and several supporting actors receive repeated remarks about poor delivery, whereas Manoj Bajpayee’s work is occasionally praised. The imbalance between fleeting strong moments and pervasive weak acting leads to a mixed but overall negative assessment of the character work.
- Story & Flow 25
The story and flow suffer from incoherence and predictable plotting, according to both critics and users. Reviews describe the narrative as nonsensical, overly simplistic, and lacking tension, with pacing that fails to sustain interest. Even the noted twist is seen as expected rather than surprising. This consistent criticism results in a low score for the film’s storytelling.
- Sensory Experience 40
Sensory experience receives a modest rating due to a mixture of fleeting visual strengths and overall bland audio‑visual integration. Some reviewers acknowledge effective set and lighting design, yet many point out weak sound design and an overreliance on gratuitous gore. The limited sensory appeal does not compensate for the broader deficiencies, yielding an average but still underwhelming impression.
- Rewatch Factor 30
Rewatch factor is low, as the film offers little incentive for repeat viewings. While a minority of critics mention occasional tongue‑in‑cheek moments that could entertain on a second watch, the overwhelming consensus highlights a lack of engaging content and a tiring runtime. The net result is a limited replay value and minimal lasting appeal.
Mrs. Serial Killer Plot Summary
What happens in Mrs. Serial Killer from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 2-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Sona Mukerjee tells her husband Mrityunjoy “Joy” Mukerjee that she’s pregnant. Inspector Imran Shahid, who is also Sona’s ex-boyfriend, visits her house to collect evidence against Joy in a serial killing case. Sona believes Imran is framing Joy to take revenge on him for taking away his love.
Full summary
The whole story of Mrs. Serial Killer, scene by scene
How Well Do You Know Mrs. Serial Killer?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
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What is the name of Sona's husband?
Mrs. Serial Killer Also Known As
13 alternative titles, including “ฆ่าเพื่อรัก” and “킬러 와이프”.
- Also known as
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- ฆ่าเพื่อรัก
- 킬러 와이프
- Η Γυναίκα του Κατά Συρροή Δολοφόνου
- אשת הרוצח הסדרתי
- Sra. Asesina en serie
- A Serial Killer
- A feltételezett sorozatgyilkos felesége, მისის სერიული მკვლელი
- 连环杀手夫人
- 連環殺手夫人
- Миссис серийная убийца
- Paní Sériová vražedkyně
- ミセス・シリアルキラー
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- Người Vợ Sát Nhân
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Mrs. Serial Killer FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date
Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Mrs. Serial Killer, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Mrs. Serial Killer?
Mrs. Serial Killer runs 1 hour 46 minutes (106 minutes).
When was Mrs. Serial Killer released?
Mrs. Serial Killer was released on May 1, 2020.
Who directed Mrs. Serial Killer?
Mrs. Serial Killer was directed by Shirish Kunder.
More films by Shirish Kunder Who is in the cast of Mrs. Serial Killer?
Mrs. Serial Killer stars Chanda Joshi as Mrs. Rastogi, Jacqueline Fernandez as Sona Mukerjee and Manoj Bajpayee as Dr. Mrityunjoy “Joy” Mukerjee, among 7 credited actors.
Does Mrs. Serial Killer have a post-credit scene?
No. Mrs. Serial Killer has no extra scene during or after the credits.
What language is Mrs. Serial Killer in?
The original language of Mrs. Serial Killer is Hindi.
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