Directed by Sejal Shah & produced by Vinod Bhanushali, Costao is a high-octane crime drama inspired by the life of Maverick custom officer who took on Goa’s biggest smuggler
National, May 2025: ‘Costao’, a riveting new original movie that tells the untold story of a maverick customs officer is streaming now on ZEE5. Set against the gritty backdrop of 1990s Goa, Nawazuddin Siddiqui stars as Costao, a fearless officer who challenges corrupt forces and ruthless criminals, all while dealing with betrayal and personal sacrifice. With audacious courage and sharp instincts, Costao becomes the last man standing against the empire that runs the show—but it comes at a cost. Catch ‘Costao’ on ZEE5, brought to you by producers Vinod Bhanushali, Kamlesh Bhanushali, Bhavesh Mandalia, Sejal Shah, Shyam Sunder, and Faizuddin Siddiqui — don’t miss it!”
Set in a world steeped in corruption and ruled by crime, the film follows Costao—a man whose daring methods and unshakable courage make him both a hero and thorn in the side of the system. When a deadly clash with the brother of a notorious smuggler sparks a high-stakes manhunt, Costao is thrust into a relentless battle for survival. Hunted, betrayed, and on his own, he refuses to give in. He fights—not just for justice, but for his family and his own redemption.
With heart-pounding action, powerful emotional turns, and a protagonist as unpredictable as he is unforgettable, Costao delivers a wild, gripping ride. As everything begins to unravel, one question remains: with a lot of personal sacrifice, audacious courage but sharp instincts, will Costao be able to stand against the empire that runs the show and at what cost? Watch Costao exclusively on ZEE5 to unfold this story.
Nawazuddin Siddiqui expressed, “Costao is not just a story about a customs officer fighting against a ruthless smuggling empire—it’s about the cost of standing up to an entire system built on corruption and betrayal.
There is dialogueog in the film where the character says ‘Humare society mein sabko chahiye ki Officer honest ho aur brave ho… lekin Ghar mein Nahi’; it’s so true. Costao’s courage in the face of unbeatable odds reflects this perfectly. His battle is not only against criminals but against a system that tries to break him at every turn. It’s a story that will keep you at the edge, questioning what’s right, what’s wrong, and what one man is willing to sacrifice for justice. Don’t miss it; Costao is now streaming on ZEE5!”
Debutant Director Sejal Shah, said, “Costao is the story of an officer who risked his life to do the right thing and paid the price for it. It’s raw, intense, and full of moments that will leave you questioning how far one person can go in the name of duty. Bringing this world to life has been a challenge and a privilege, and I couldn’t have asked for a better actor than Nawazuddin Siddiqui to play Costao. He brings an unmatched authenticity and complexity to the character. ZEE5 has always backed bold, powerful storytelling, and I’m excited to collaborate with them. I can’t wait for audiences to experience Costao—a story that deserves to be told.”
