If you aren't looking for the Nollywood drama, you might be referring to:

| Element | Details | |---------|---------| | | Penance | | Year | 2023 (release year may vary by region) | | Language | Hindi (original), subtitled versions in English, Tamil, Telugu | | Genre | Psychological thriller / drama | | Director | Arjun Mehra – known for his gritty, character‑driven storytelling | | Screenwriter | Riya Sharma (co‑written with Mehra) | | Producer(s) | Sanjay Kapoor & Mira Desai (Silver Lining Studios) | | Principal Cast | • Aamir Khan – as the tormented protagonist Raghav • Radhika Apte – Maya , the enigmatic love interest • Naseeruddin Shah – Inspector Sinha • Nithya Menen – Dr. Leena | | Runtime | 148 minutes | | Music | A.R. Rahman – ambient score, with two lyrical tracks sung by Shreya Ghoshal | | Cinematography | Sanjay Kumar – natural‑light aesthetic, long‑takes that heighten tension | | Editor | Mona Ghosh – tight pacing, seamless intercut of flashbacks |

"Penance" is a solid watch for fans of character-driven thrillers. It is less about "who did it" and more about "how far can someone fall." It is uncomfortable, emotional, and ultimately satisfying for those with the patience to let the tension build.