Sector 36 director Aditya Nimbalkar and actor Vikrant Massey break down interoggation scene: "Every nuance, reaction, and movement was mapped out"

Netflix's latest crime thriller Sector 36 is making waves with both critics and fans, who are hailing the gripping performances by lead actors Vikrant Massey and Deepak Dobriyal. Playing characters on opposite sides of the morality scale, Massey embodies a chilling psychopath, while Dobriyal shines as a relentless police officer. Directing his first film, Aditya Nimbalkar has earned high praise, but it is one scene in particular that is now being considered as one of the film’s standout moments. —the intense interrogation between Prem Singh (Massey) and Ram Charan Pandey (Dobriyal).Spoilers ahead - Set in a dimly lit room, the scene sees Inspector Ram Charan Pandey interrogating Prem Singh, who delivers a deftly terrifying confession of his gruesome crimes. Massey’s haunting portrayal of a deranged serial killer paired with Dobriyal’s masterful restraint as his character grapples with anger and disgust has left audiences in awe. This electrifying exchange has been singled out as a masterclass in acting, with fans flooding social media to commend the duo's remarkable chemistry and raw intensity.Talking about the interrogation scene, director Aditya Nimbalkar said, “That scene was the one I was both excited and nervous to film. Bodhayan deserves credit for writing such a complex sequence, and Saurabh Goswami, our cinematographer, and I planned every detail meticulously. While we allowed for some improvisation, every nuance, reaction, and movement was mapped out to ensure a seamless flow. Vikrant carried much of the heavy lifting, delivering an exceptional performance, while Deepak sir, with fewer dialogues, showed how powerful expressions can be. Baharul Islam’s presence also added depth to the scene.”He added, “Sreekar Prasad, our editor, paced the drama perfectly, maintaining tension and letting key moments breathe. Subrata Chakraborty and Amit Ray's production design created a gritty, realistic atmosphere, while Ketan Sodha’s score and Mandar Kulkarni’s sound design elevated the emotional intensity, making the scene even more impactful. All these elements came together to create something far beyond what we had envisioned.”Vikrant Massey, happy with the reactions to the scene said, “I’m truly overwhelmed by the incredible reactions the film is receiving, especially for the interrogation scene, which is easily my favorite. There was something raw and unfiltered about that moment—Deepak sir and I were so deeply immersed in our characters that everything else faded away. It felt as though the room was stripped of its reality. It was just the three of us—Deepak sir, Baharul sir, and me—completely absorbed in the intensity of the scene. That level of immersion is rare, and I think that’s why the scene resonated so strongly with the audience. The energy in that room was palpable, and I’m grateful we were able to capture it on screen.”In conclusion, Sector 36 has quickly become one of the year’s most shocking thrillers, thanks to Vikrant Massey and Deepak Dobriyal's standout performances. Their intense on-screen chemistry, especially in the gripping interrogation scene, has left audiences in awe. As the film gains traction on Netflix, it cements its place as a bold and unforgettable entry in Indian crime cinema.Also Read: Sector 36 director Aditya Nimbalkar on Vikrant Massey’s performance, “Although he was nervous, he knew this is a role he could really sink his teeth into”