Guns & Gulaabs: Navigating the Dark Underbelly of the 1990s

Guns & Gulaabs,” crafted by the talented duo Raj and DK, is a brilliantly executed crime drama that transports viewers back to the gritty ambiance of the 1990s, exploring the darkly intriguing world of individuals who derive twisted satisfaction from violence and chaos.

This thrilling Netflix series unfolds within a twisted and perilous universe populated by opium traffickers, trigger-happy gangsters, a ruthless knife-wielding assassin with a penchant for cheating death, an anti-narcotics officer with a haunting past, and two men burdened by their unresolved father issues.

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In the midst of this morally ambiguous realm, the term “gulaabs,” referring to both the show’s title and the small town where the story is set, seems outnumbered, as it exists in a society where adults and schoolboys alike thrive on transgressing boundaries. A precarious “line of control” divides a local dhaba, creating demarcated territories for two rival criminal factions battling for control over the illegal opium trade, which operates outside of government-sanctioned poppy cultivation. The series kicks off with a captivating blend of opium, love, and violence, setting the stage for a thrilling narrative that culminates in a high-octane finale filled with action and intrigue, all against a backdrop of small-town noir and 90s nostalgia, enhanced by a soundtrack featuring iconic Hindi film songs from decades past.

In the midst of this complex web of ulterior motives and self-serving agendas, every resident of Gulaabgunj and Sherpur harbors their own hidden plans, constantly evolving as these devious individuals either chase or flee from their fellow miscreants. “Guns & Gulaabs” weaves a gripping tale of intrigue and suspense within a landscape where treachery lurks in every corner, while the haunting echoes of Hindi film songs from yesteryears add an evocative layer to the narrative. Amidst it all, the murder of Babu Tiger sets the stage for a riveting story that explores the intricate dynamics of crime, family, and power.