Liputan6.com, Jakarta - Priyanka Chopra Jonas once again captivates fans with her latest role in the action-thriller "The Bluff," which officially premieres on February 25, 2026.
Directed by Frank E. Flowers, the film promises a thrilling adventure set in the 19th-century Caribbean.
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In "The Bluff," Priyanka Chopra plays Ercell, a former pirate queen trying to live a peaceful life with her family on the remote island of Cayman Brac.
However, her turbulent past comes back to haunt her when an old enemy resurfaces.
The film also stars renowned actor Karl Urban as Captain Connor, Ismael Cruz Córdova as T.H. Bodden, as well as Safia Oakley-Green and Temuera Morrison.
A Haunting Past in "The Bluff"
"The Bluff" transports audiences to the post-colonial Caribbean in 1846, an era where the seas still hold many mysteries and dangers.
Ercell, played by Priyanka Chopra, was once known as "Bloody Mary," a legendary pirate queen who has abandoned her former life on the high seas.
She now attempts to build a quiet and peaceful life with her family on the island of Cayman Brac.
However, Ercell's peace of mind is disturbed when Captain Connor (Karl Urban), a pirate determined to reclaim his lost gold, tracks her down.
Connor and his men attack Ercell after capturing the ship of her husband, T.H. Bodden (Ismael Cruz Córdova), an innocent sailor.
This event forces Ercell to confront the mysterious past she has kept hidden from her family.
Early Critic Reviews
Priyanka Chopra Jonas once again proved her mettle in the action genre through her role in "The Bluff."
Many critics praised her confident performance and committed acting skills, with some even comparing her to a pirate version of John Wick.
She successfully portrayed Ercell as a "true terror," a retired pirate queen who is tough but also has an emotional side.
Overall, "The Bluff" received a 68% critic rating from 25 reviews and a 75% audience rating from over 50 reviews on Rotten Tomatoes.
The film is considered to rely heavily on well-crafted action sequences and a captivating performance by Priyanka Chopra.
However, some reviews noted that the weak narrative and underpowered antagonist diminished the film's overall impact.
Despite some shortcomings, such as the sometimes unconvincing CGI, the film still offers enjoyable entertainment.
"The Bluff" also attracted attention with its R rating for "strong bloody violence," featuring Ercell fighting ruthless pirates with his wit and quick-witted action.
Where to Watch?
"The Bluff" was released globally on Amazon Prime Video on February 25, 2026 while in India, the film was released directly on OTT platforms without a theatrical release.
To reach a wider audience, "The Bluff" is available not only in English but also dubbed in various regional Indian languages, including Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Malayalam, and Hindi.
This allows viewers easy access to high-quality films from the comfort of their homes.