This is why He is a legend— Netizens Hail Nawazuddin Siddiqui’s Look in Costao

Nawazuddin Siddiqui is set to portray the late customs officer Costao Fernandes in the upcoming biopic Costao. Known for his transformative performances in films like Manto, Thackeray, Raman Raghav 2.0, and Manjhi: The Mountain Man, Siddiqui immerses himself deeply into his roles, bringing authenticity and depth to real-life characters and also proving how he is a legendary actor. In Costao, he embodies Fernandes, the courageous Goan customs officer who, in the 1990s, exposed a significant gold smuggling operation, showcasing his unwavering dedication and bravery.  The recently released poster hints at Siddiqui’s compelling transformation, promising another powerful portrayal that captures the essence of Fernandes’s heroic journey.  
 

Fans were loving this new look of Nawazuddin Siddiqui and flooded the comments saying 
 

One wrote, “Nobody transforms into real-life characters like Nawazuddin Siddiqui. That #Costao poster has me hooked!”

Nobody transforms into real-life characters like Nawazuddin Siddiqui. That #Costao poster has me hooked!

— Kartik (@Kartik11630051) April 11, 2025

Another added’ “Just saw the #Costao poster and wow… Nawazuddin’s look is giving major chills. This is going to be something special!”

Just saw the #Costao poster and wow… Nawazuddin’s look is giving major chills. This is going to be something special!

— nehaaa (@nehaaa650435) April 11, 2025

While one said, “Costao poster WOW! This is why Nawaz Bhai is a legend😍 Another gripping real life story loading”

Costao poster WOW! This is why Nawaz Bhai is a legend😍 Another gripping real life story loading

— shriya (@alisha1302002) April 11, 2025

And lastly one wrote, “Nawaz as a customs officer in a gritty biopic? TAKE MY MONEY. #Costao is now my most awaited film!”

Nawaz as a customs officer in a gritty biopic? TAKE MY MONEY. #Costao is now my most awaited film!

— Shriya Kanojia (@KanojiaShriya89) April 11, 2025

Nawazuddin Siddiqui is set to return to the biopic genre with Costao, where he plays the role of late customs officer Costao Fernandes. Known for his transformative performances in films like Manto, Thackeray, and Manjhi, Nawaz once again immerses himself fully into a real-life character. The recently released poster, showcasing his intense new look, has fans buzzing with excitement.