"Maalik" is a gripping saga set during 1984-91 in Allahabad, delving into the life of Maalik, a revered gangster whose rise to power mirrors a young man's quest for respect. Amidst the city's gritty backdrop, ambition intertwines with moral dilemmas as protagonists navigate love, family, and the harsh realities of criminal life, revealing the profound costs of ambition and the complexities of human nature.