Did Akash and Simi Engage in an Affair in Andhadhun?

In the film Andhadhun, Akash, played by Ayushmann Khurrana, and Simi, played by Tabu, do engage in an affair. This relationship plays a central role in the film's plot, which is filled with twists and turns. Simi is initially portrayed as a seductive and manipulative character. Their affair leads to a series of events that drive the film's suspenseful narrative. The ambiguity and complexity of their relationship are key themes, contributing to the intrigue and dark humor of the film.

Well, I have watched that movie and it is indeed nicely and well-scripted. Simi, played by Tabu, has sex with Akash, played by Ayushmann Khurrana, in order to get rid of Sophie, played by Radhika Apte. However, from my perspective, they do not have an affair. There are several logical reasons why their relationship cannot be an affair:

Why They Are Not in an Affair

Akash is already deeply into Radhika Apte. He never exhibits even the slightest physical attraction towards Simi. Simi, on the other hand, is certainly very attractive for her age. However, she is a ruthless and mercenary lady, much like Lady Macbeth. In the film, there is a scene where she tosses her neighbor out of her apartment and down to her death, which highlights her selfish and aggressive nature.

Simi visits Akash with a specific purpose - to confirm if he is truly blind. Her suspicions are confirmed, and she attempts to blind him using a chemical. This is a key developing point in the film, as the audience is never entirely sure what is the truth behind their interactions.

Logically, there would be no reason for her to visit Akash who does not share her social standing. She already has a strong, virile lover. The reason she pretends to be undressed and embarrassed when Radhika visits is to end the relationship between Akash and Radhika and to isolate him completely so he cannot confide in her.

Right until the end, in many scenes where they are thrown together, neither of them shows any tenderness or affection for each other. This would be expected if they were having an affair. However, the beauty of the movie is that everything is ambiguous and complex, leaving room for speculation.

Conclusion

No. Based on the evidence and the logical reasoning provided in the film, it is clear that Akash and Simi do not have an affair. Their interactions are driven by their individual motives and the plot's twists and turns. The film's complexity and intrigue come from the ambiguity surrounding their relationship, not from any confirmed affair. You can see throughout the movie that nothing suggests they were seeing each other.