Movie Name : Babita Singh Reporting
Streaming Date : August 28, 2026
Streaming Platform : Amazon Prime Video
123telugu.com Rating : 3/5
Starring : Nimisha Sajayan, Barun Sobti, Anshuman Pushkar, Rajesh Kumar, Sunita Rajwar, and others
Director : Ambiecka Pandit
Producers : Saurabh Malhotra, Manoj Mittra, Tina Tharwani
Music Directors : Ajay Jayanthi
Cinematographer : Sunil Ramakrishna Borkar
Editor : Tanya Chhabria
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Babita Singh Reporting is the latest OTT release that has become a talking point ever since it landed on Amazon Prime Video. Directed by Ambiecka Pandit, the film mixes a murder mystery with family drama and has Nimisha Sajayan in the lead role. Read our detailed review to find out if the film lives up to the hype created.
Story :
Babita Singh(Nimisha Sajayan), aka Baby, is a sub-inspector working in the Madhya Pradesh police department. One fine day, Babita returns to her hometown to only find out that her childhood friend, Bansi, is no more. What initially looks like a personal tragedy slowly turns into a brutal murder. As the local police, husband, and in-laws offer little support, Baby begins her own investigation, and how she solves the case is the basic story of the film.
Plus Points :
Nimisha Sajayan is the biggest strength of the film. She plays Baby, who is vulnerable, confused, and determined, so well. Nimisha does not overplay the emotional moments and brings a natural quality to the character. The best part of her performance is the way she has put on weight for her character, and the emotions she generates as a woman who is handling in-laws, a non-supportive husband, and the system. Her act in the climax is just amazing
Barun Sobti has limited screen time but makes his presence count as Bansi. Anshuman Pushkar is effective as Sharad, Baby’s husband, while Sunita Rajwar is particularly good as the mother-in-law. Rajesh Sharma is dependable as SI Sethi and fits comfortably into the world of the film.
The most interesting aspect of Babita Singh Reporting is that the murder investigation is not treated as the only story. The film is equally interested in Baby’s life and the environment surrounding her. The film also deserves credit for not turning her into a typical heroic police officer. She makes mistakes, doubts herself, and has to fight several battles simultaneously. Her professional investigation slowly becomes a personal transformation.
Minus Points :
The familiar nature of the crime-procedural template prevents the film from becoming something truly special. Viewers who regularly watch OTT thrillers may figure out certain developments early. The second half also loses some momentum, with repetitive portions affecting the overall impact.
One of the biggest drawbacks of the film is the climax, which ends on a simple note. When everyone is expecting something big to be revealed about the murder case, things end on a dull note. Several doubts about the case still linger in the minds of the audience. The investigation is not overloaded with twists, and that does not work in favour of the last few minutes.
Technical Aspects :
The cinematography complements the mood, while the background score quietly supports the tension rather than dominating the proceedings. The screenplay moves at a controlled pace for most of the film, allowing the characters and relationships to develop naturally. The major technical drawback is the editing. At around two-and-a-half hours, the film feels longer than necessary. Several scenes could have been shortened or removed without affecting the main story.
Coming to the director Ambiecka Pandit, she keeps the presentation realistic and avoids unnecessary cinematic exaggeration. The film spends enough time establishing Baby’s personal world before fully diving into the murder mystery. The comments about her appearance, especially her weight, the attitude of her in-laws, and the lack of emotional support from her husband are handled well.
Verdict :
On the whole, Babita Singh Reporting is a grounded crime drama that relies more on its characters and performances than sensational twists. Nimisha Sajayan carries the film with a stunning performance, and those who love slow-burn thrillers can give this film a shot, which balances thrills and women’s empowerment.
123telugu.com Rating: 3/5
Reviewed by 123telugu Team