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Mrs. Serial Killer (2020): Cast, Ratings & Plot

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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.

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Mrs. Serial Killer (2020) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 46m (106 min)
Director
Shirish Kunder
Genre
Thriller
Original language
Hindi
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

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
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Cast & crew

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.

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From the director

More from Shirish Kunder

More films directed by Shirish Kunder, best-rated first: Heartthrob, Kriti and Jaan-E-Mann.

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Ratings

Mrs. Serial Killer Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 32/100, strongest in sensory experience (40) and weakest in story & flow (25).

32 /100

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.

Plot

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

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Quiz

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?

Details

Mrs. Serial Killer Also Known As

13 alternative titles, including “ฆ่าเพื่อรัก” and “킬러 와이프”.

Also known as
  • 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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FAQ

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.

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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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