
Pretty Lethal
Overview
The story follows Maya, a gifted martial artist who has spent years trying to leave behind a violent past. She now works quietly as a fitness trainer in Mumbai, living a life that seems ordinary on the surface. Her calm world shatters when a mysterious syndicate resurfaces, targeting her for reasons she cannot immediately understand. The group is led by a ruthless figure who knows more about Maya’s history than she does herself.
As Maya begins to unravel the truth, she discovers that her late father was once part of an underground intelligence network. His unfinished mission left behind dangerous secrets that the syndicate is desperate to obtain. Maya is forced to confront her own fears and embrace the skills she tried to bury. What begins as a fight for survival quickly turns into a quest for justice.
Cast

Iris Apatow

Lana Condor

Millicent Simmonds

Avantika

Maddie Ziegler

Michael Culkin

Lydia Leonard

Uma Thurman
Fun Facts
- One of the most intriguing aspects is how the ballerinas use pointe shoes, discipline, and choreography as improvised weapons, blending elegance with lethal force.
- Before its streaming release, Pretty Lethal will premiere at the South by Southwest Film & TV Festival on March 13, 2026.
