Before Kay Kay Menon's Special Ops 2 releases, stream these 5 espionage thrillers on OTT
Kay Kay Menon is returning as Himmat Singh in Special Ops 2. The series will land on JioHotstar on July 11, and you can also watch it with your OTTplay Premium subscription. The new season will revolve around the threat of cyber-terrorism targeting India's digital economy, particularly its UPI infrastructure. Fan-favorite Himmat Singh and his team are brought back to face this new age digital enemy, with the complexity of artificial intelligence and potential global disruption. This season will explore the dark side of artificial intelligence and its potential misuse, while also delving into the personal lives of the characters, including Himmat's daughter.
While we wait for Special Ops 2 to drop on JioHotstar, stream other popular espionage thrillers on OTTplay Premium!
Pankaj Tripathi's Criminal Justice Season 4, Akshay Kumar's Kesari Chapter 2 are now available to stream on JioHotstar via OTTplay Premium!
5 espionage thrillers to watch on OTT
Berlin tells the story of a deaf-mute man named Ashok Kumar, who was accused of espionage in Delhi in 1993. Following this, a sign language expert, Pushkin Verma, was assigned to interpret during Ashok's interrogation by intelligence agencies. This film explores themes of guilt, innocence, and the complexities of espionage, as the mystery unfolds. The spy thriller stars Ishwak Singh, Aparshakti Khurana, and Rahul Bose. It's directed by Atul Sabharwal.
Tanaav is a series set in Kashmir that focuses on the conflict between a Special Task Group (STG) and a terrorist faction. It follows secret operations and their impact on individuals' lives. The story revolves around Kabir Farooqi, a retired STG veteran, who finds out that terrorist Umar Riaz, whom he thought was dead, is alive, returning to action once again. Kabir and his team deal with difficulties when they infiltrate Umar's brother's wedding and later launch an operation to capture him. The series features Manav Vij, Arbaaz Khan, Shashank Arora, and Rajat Kapoor.
Mukhbir - The Story of a Spy is directed by Shivam Nair and Jayprad Desai. It stars an ensemble cast including Prakash Raj, Zain Khan Durrani, Adil Hussain, Barkha Bisht, Harsh Chhaya, Satyadeep Mishra, and Zoya Afroz. The story follows an Indian secret agent who gathers intelligence in Pakistan during the 1965 war, in order to prevent a Pakistani attack on India.
Kathmandu Connection revolves around the 1993 Mumbai blasts and the 1999 IC 814 plane hijacking. This story involves a detective, a journalist, and a criminal, whose lives are intertwined with investigations and events that take place in Kathmandu. The series features Amit Sial as DCP Samarth Kaushik, Aksha Pardasany as Shivani Bhatnagar, Anshumaan Pushkar as Sunny Sharma, Gopal Datt as CBI officer Hitesh Aggrawal, and others.
Adrishyam - The Invisible Heroes
Adrishyam: The Invisible Heroes follows the story of Ravi and Durga, two high-profile secret agents of the Bureau of Investigative Activities (BIA), as they work to neutralize threats to national security. This series explores the world of espionage, where characters operate in gray areas and face moral dilemmas. The series stars Eijaz Khan as Ravi Verma and Divyanka Tripathi as Parvati Sehgal, with Swaroopa Ghosh, Tarun Anand, and others. In season 2, Pooja Gor played the role of Durga.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Hans India
2 hours ago
- Hans India
Gargi Kundu opens up about facing harsh comments on her skin and identity
Actress and content creator Gargi Kundu has opened up about the harsh criticism she has faced over the years. She revealed that she was often mocked for her skin tone, appearance, and identity. Speaking candidly, she shared how these experiences shaped her journey and strengthened her resolve. Gargi, who is known for her role in the show 'Society' on Jio Hotstar, shared, 'I was mocked for my looks every day. People called me 'behenji', said my specs were too big, and even made fun of my skin colour. It hurt—but I never let it define me.' 'It felt like I was being judged for just being myself. I wear my glasses with pride. I love my skin. And I'm not here to meet someone else's standards,' she asserted. The actress shared life inside the society house wasn't any easier for Gargi. For the unversed, Gargi Kundu began her artistic career with classical training in Bharatanatyam and folk dance, and was actively involved in theatre and Bollywood-style performances from a young age. Her early exposure to the performing arts laid the groundwork for her later work across various creative platforms. During the COVID-19 pandemic, Gargi worked as a medical professional, offering help on the ground while also turning to storytelling to express the grief and uncertainty of the time. This period marked a turning point as she began creating short, relatable videos online—many of which went viral. Her growing popularity on social media led to roles in Bengali television and films, and eventually to appearances in pan-Indian OTT content including web series, music videos, and advertisements. She made her debut in the world of reality television with the show, 'Society.' The show featured 25 contestants competing in a tier-based format—Royals, Regulars, and Rags—facing daily challenges to win the title of 'Asli Baazigar.' Hosted by comedian Munawar Faruqui and co-hosted by Shreya Kalra, the show focused on social dynamics, survival, and strategy.
India.com
14 hours ago
- India.com
71st National Film Awards: 12th Fail bags Best Film Award
At the 71st National Film Awards, 12th Fail emerged as a standout, clinching the Best Feature Film award. Directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra, the film features Vikrant Massey in the lead role, supported by Medha Shankr, Anant Joshi, Anshumaan Pushkar, and Priyanshu Chatterjee. Massey's portrayal of Manoj Kumar Sharma, man who overcomes poverty to become an IPS officer, earned him the Best Actor award, which he shared with Shah Rukh Khan for his electrifying performance in Jawan. What is the storyline of 12th Fail? 12th Fail is based on the inspiring true story of Manoj Kumar Sharma, an IPS officer who once failed his 12th-grade exams but eventually rose above his struggles to serve the nation. Set against the backdrop of India's highly competitive civil services examination system, the film offers a grounded and emotionally resonant narrative of perseverance, poverty and unbreakable spirit. How were the performances in 12th Fail? Vikrant Massey's performance was the film's emotional backbone, showcasing a man who rose from abject poverty, failed in school, yet never gave up on his dream to serve the nation. His portrayal earned not just applause but one of the highest honors an Indian actor can receive. Medha Shankr as Shraddha added emotional depth to the narrative, playing the steadfast companion in Manoj's difficult journey. Anant Joshi and Priyanshu Chatterjee added strength to the supporting cast, portraying characters that highlighted the personal struggles that many aspirants face. How was the box office reception? Upon its release on October 27, 2023, 12th Fail received critical acclaim and became a sleeper hit, grossing over Rs 50 crore in India, which was made under budget of Rs 20 crore. 12th Fail has received widespread critical acclaim, reflected in its impressive IMDb rating of 9.2, making it one of the highest-rated Indian films in recent years, which is currently streaming on JioHotstar. More about 71st National Awards The 71st National Film Awards also recognized other notable talents: Rani Mukerji won Best Actress for Mrs. Chatterjee vs Norway, Sudipto Sen received Best Director for The Kerala Story and Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani was honored as the Best Popular Film for Wholesome Entertainment. Ranbir Kapoor starrer Animal also earned major recognition in technical categories. Harshavardhan Rameshwar won Best Background Music for his powerful score, while Sachin Sudhakaran and Hariharan Muralidharan bagged Best Sound Design.
Pink Villa
14 hours ago
- Pink Villa
Newswrap, July 31: From Jeremy Renner eyeing his Marvel return to Mohit Suri calling Ahaan Panday ‘full chapri'
The day's headlines feature Jeremy Renner, Ahaan Panday, and Mohanlal. While the Marvel star opened up on the possibilities of Hawkeye 2, Ahan Panday was called 'chapri' by his Saiyaara director. Here's a daily rundown of the entertainment news. Jeremy Renner eyeing a Marvel return? Jeremy Renner is set to return to the Marvel Cinematic Universe after recovering from the 2023 Snowplow accident. The actor revealed that he is sure of getting back to the screens with Hawkeye season 2. While speaking to Variety, Renner stated, 'I'm sure we'll end up doing Season 2 [of 'Hawkeye'] and do other things. And I'm happy to do it. My body's getting ready for something like that. I don't know if anybody wants to see me in tights, but my body will look good in the tights.' The movie star also claimed that he is ready to take on the action sequence as well. Mohit Suri calls Saiyaara star Ahaan Panday 'chapri' The Saiyaara director, Mohit Suri, has spilled the beans about Ahaan Panday 's personality. Presenting the audience with the actor's other side, the filmmaker claimed that Panday is a 'full chapri.' While speaking to Komal Nahata, Suri shared that Ahaan is a boy who is loud, energetic and someone who would dance for the front benchers. As for the film, Siayaara is ruling the box office, as the fans are showering love on the newcomers. Bigg Boss Malayalam to hit digital screens soon Mohanlal-hosted Bigg Boss Malayalam is set to return to the digital screens with season 7. The fans will be able to catch all the drama from the controversial house from August 3 on JioHotstar. Sharing the update over the upcoming show with the fans, the streaming platform posted, 'Bigg Boss Season 7 inni moonu divasangal mathram (Bigg Boss Season 7 in just 3 days). Bigg Boss Season 7 – Grand launch on August 3rd at 7 PM on JioHotstar and Asianet. #BBS7 | Full Time On | 24x7 Streaming.' Until the last season, the reality show would begin by the month of March. However, this year, the delay has been caused by the selection of the contestants. Jo Jung Suk and Gummy expecting their second child The musician Gummy and her husband, Jo Jung Suk, are set to welcome their second child. The couple, who tied the knot in 2018, after being in a long-term relationship, are already parents to a five-year-old. According to the media reports, the singer is already halfway through her pregnancy. Further details about the couple stepping into the new phase of their lives will be rolled out soon.
