Costao Movie (2025) – Release Date, Cast, Story, Trailer, Poster, Budget, Collection, Review
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Costao Movie Details
| Country | India |
| Language | Hindi |
| Genres | Biographical, Drama |
| Release date | 1 May 2025 |
| Running time | 2hr 4min |
| Certificate | U/A |
| Starring | Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Priya Bapat, Kishor Kumar Huli |
| Directed by | Sejal Shah |
| Written by | Bhavesh Mandalia and Meghna Srivastava |
| Produced by | Vinod Bhanushali, Kamlesh Bhanushali, Bhavesh Mandalia, Sejal Shah, Shyam Sunder, Faizuddin Siddiqui |
| Cinematography by | Rafey Mahmood |
| Edited by | Unnikrishnan P.P |
| Music by | Ketan Sodha |
| Casting by | Shivam Gupta |
| Production Design by | Sapna Chandra |
| Art Direction by | Abhijit Shreshth, Vijay Gupta |
| Costume Design by | Sachin Lovlekar |
| Production Companies | Bhanushali Studios Limited, Bombay Fables Motion Pictures |
| Distributor | Zee5 |
About Costao Movie
Costao is a Hindi biographical drama film based on the life of Costao Fernandes, a legendary customs officer who was later the most wanted person, accused of murder. Nawazuddin Siddiqui portrays the titular role. The film is directed by debutant Sejal Shah and written by Bhavesh Mandalia and Meghna Srivastava.
The cast also includes Priya Bapat, Kishor Kumar Huli, Gagan Dev Riar, Hussain Dalal, among others. It is produced under the banners of Bhanushali Studios Limited and Bombay Fables Motion Pictures, with background music composed by Ketan Sodha.
The film was officially announced on October 25, 2023, under the tentative title Production No. 8. Filming began the same day with a puja ceremony. The first look poster was unveiled on April 11, 2025, by Bombay Fables Motion Pictures, featuring Nawazuddin Siddiqui in a Customs Officer uniform, alongside the tagline: “Before they called him a hero, they called him guilty. #Costao took on Goa’s smuggling network with nothing but grit and guts.”
Costao Cast & Characters
- Nawazuddin Siddiqui as Costao Fernandes
- Priya Bapat as Maria Fernandes
- Kishore Kumar G as D’Mello
- Hussain Dalal as Peter
- Gagan Dev Riar CBI Officer Narang
- Mahika Sharma as Cassandra
- Davina Colaço
- Ravi Shankar Jaiswal as Informer
- Arjun Kumar Shrivasttav
- Dilkash Khan as Goon
Costao Storyline
In the 1990s, customs officer Costao Fernandes became a legend in Goa due to his bravery and tactics. His personal and professional life unravels when he kills a powerful drug lord in self-defence.
Costao Release Date
Costao premiered on May 1, 2025, on ZEE5.
Costao – Where to Watch and Stream
Costao FAQs
Who is the director of Costao movie?
Costao is directed by Sejal Shah, an Indian cinematographer and producer who made her directorial debut with this film.
Who is the writer of Costao movie?
The film is written by Bhavesh Mandalia and Meghna Srivastava.
Who are the lead actors in Costao movie?
The film stars Nawazuddin Siddiqui as Costao Fernandes, a customs officer, along with Priya Bapat, Kishor Kumar Huli, and Gagan Dev Riar in important roles.
What is the plot of Costao?
Costao is based on the life of Costao Fernandes, a customs officer whose fight for justice shook an entire criminal empire.
When will the Costao be released?
Costao was released on 1 May 2025 on ZEE5.
Where to Watch Costao Online?
You can watch the Hindi movie Costao on ZEE5, which was released on May 1, 2025.
How to watch Costao Film online?
You can watch Costao online exclusively on ZEE5, starting May 1, 2025. To watch Costao on ZEE5, simply visit the ZEE5 website or open the ZEE5 app, sign in or create an account, and search for Costao. Once on the movie’s page, click play to start streaming. A subscription may be required, and you can also download the film within the app to watch offline.
Is Costao based on a true story?
Yes, Costao is based on the life of Costao Fernandes, a humble customs officer who became a legend for his extraordinary strategies to curb smuggling in Goa.
Is there a trailer for the Costao?
Yes, the Costao teaser was released on April 14, 2025, and three days later, the trailer was released on April 17, 2025. The trailer has already garnered more than 3 million views on YouTube. You can watch the Costao trailer above.
