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Nawazuddin Siddiqui makes a powerful comeback in Costao, playing a 90s customs officer who dares to take on Goa’s gold smuggling nexus—only to be betrayed by the very system he serves. Nawazuddin Siddiqui is back, and this time, he’s gunning for Goa’s most powerful smuggling empire in Costao, his gripping new film set to stream on ZEE5 from May 1. The trailer, which dropped recently, introduces viewers to Costao Fernandes—a fearless customs officer in the 1990s who dares to dismantle an elaborate gold smuggling racket.
But the deeper he digs, the more dangerous the ground beneath him becomes. What starts as a mission to uphold the law spirals into a high-stakes game of betrayal, as Costao is framed for murder by the very system he swore to serve. From taking on the criminal underworld to protecting his loved ones, Nawaz’s character is a man pushed to the edge—but not willing to back down.
Sharing the trailer, ZEE5 wrote, “The story of a real hero, a Customs Officer who shook an entire crime network. This isn’t just a fight. It’s a legacy carved in sacrifice.
" Fans are already hooked. One wrote, “Old Nawazuddin is back. Now it will be fun.
" Another chimed in, “Truly one of the best performances I’ve seen." Directed by debutant Sejal Shah, Costao also stars Priya Bapat, Kishore Kumar G, Gagan Dev Riar, and Hussain Dalal. The film is presented by Bhanushali Studios Limited in collaboration with Bombay Fables Motion Pictures.
The official synopsis promises a gritty, emotionally charged ride, “In a world consumed by corruption and crime, Costao’s unorthodox methods and unwavering resolve make him both a legend and a target. When a clash with a smuggler’s brother ignites a deadly chain reaction, he finds himself betrayed, hunted, and alone. But for Costao, surrender is not an option.
As he wages war on the very empire that turned against him, the question looms—how much is one man willing to sacrifice to rewrite the rules?" With its mix of suspense, action, and raw emotional stakes, Costao promises to deliver not just a thrilling ride, but the return of Nawazuddin Siddiqui in his most intense avatar yet..
