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News18
a day ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Not Just Another Spy Thriller, Karan Tacker Calls Special Ops His Turning Point
Karan Tacker opens up about his enduring bond with Neeraj Pandey, calling their creative partnership one of the most defining aspects of his acting journey. The trailer of the much-awaited series Special Ops 2 has finally dropped, and fans are brimming with excitement to see Karan Tacker back on screen. It marks the third instalment in Neeraj Pandey's gripping action-espionage thriller franchise, where Karan reprises his fan-favourite role of Farooq Ali — a RAW agent who operates in high-risk, high-pressure zones. Farooq Ali remains one of the most cherished characters of Karan's career, and he has portrayed the role with remarkable dedication and depth. Karan has been consistently collaborating with Neeraj in recent years, and speaking about their bond, he shared, 'Getting a script from Neeraj Sir is one of the biggest things for me. Outside of television, this was exactly the kind of opportunity I had been seeking as an actor — and I couldn't have asked for a more fitting collaboration than with Neeraj Sir." He also recalled a conversation with Neeraj Pandey from the time Special Ops 1 had just been released. He shared, 'He asked me how I felt about the response. I told him it was amazing. Then he said what if people didn't respond like this? Would it still feel amazing? I said yes because I had a great time shooting it. And that's when he told me the only real takeaway from any project should be the experience you had while making it. That one lesson has stayed with me ever since." Coming to Special Ops 2, the makers have officially announced that the new season will premiere on JioCinema starting July 11. The trailer's official synopsis reads: 'One is a relentless hero, the other is a terror mastermind. In a race against time, Himmat Singh and his team are on a mission to end a 19-year-long manhunt." The series returns with its ensemble cast, including Kay Kay Menon as Himmat Singh, Karan Tacker as Farooq Ali, Vinay Pathak as Abbas Sheikh, and Vipul Gupta as Balakrishna 'Bala" Reddy, among others. What's Next for Karan Tacker? Apart from Special Ops 2, Karan has a packed lineup ahead. He will next be seen in Tanvi: The Great, directed by Anupam Kher. The film recently premiered at the 2025 Cannes Film Festival's Marché du Film and is slated to be screened today, June 19, at the New York Indian Film Festival. The theatrical release is scheduled for July 18. First Published: June 19, 2025, 19:02 IST
Economic Times
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
From Special Ops 2 to The Great Indian Kapil Show Season 3 to Detective Sherdil: Watch new OTT releases on Netflix, JioHotstar, Prime Video
Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Detective Sherdil – ZEE5 | Streaming from June 20 Kerala Crime Files Season 2 – JioHotstar | Streaming from June 20 The Great Indian Kapil Show Season 3 – Netflix | Streaming from June 21 Ground Zero – Prime Video | Streaming from June 20 Special Ops 2 – JioHotstar | Streaming from July 11 As the temperatures rise, so does the OTT heat with a line-up of gripping crime thrillers, intense spy sagas, and light-hearted comedies set to hit your screens. June and July are shaping up to be blockbuster months for web entertainment, with major platforms like Netflix JioHotstar , and Prime Video unleashing a variety of new shows and films that promise everything from nail-biting suspense to laugh-out-loud moments. Here's a closer look at what to stream next:Set against the stunning backdrop of Budapest, Detective Sherdil stars Diljit Dosanjh in an offbeat avatar as an amateur detective who accidentally finds himself entangled in a high-profile murder case. With Chunky Pandey, Boman Irani, and Diana Penty in key roles, the quirky mystery thriller mixes comedy and crime as Sherdil attempts to solve the case of a murdered industrialist shrouded in secrets and deception. Directed by Ravi Chhabriya, the film promises an entertaining ride full of twists and light-hearted a widely acclaimed first season, Kerala Crime Files returns with an even darker and more intense storyline. The Malayalam series dives into the mysterious disappearance of a police officer named Ambili Raju, whose blood-stained phone is the only clue at a chilling crime scene. As his colleagues investigate, they uncover unsettling truths and hidden networks. Featuring Arjun Radhakrishnan and Lal, Season 2 promises a gripping narrative built around loyalty, betrayal, and the desperate search for favourite host is back! The Kapil Sharma Show returns for its third season on Netflix, bringing with it a blend of punchlines, celebrity interviews, and a surprise twist—Navjot Singh Sidhu returns as the permanent guest! Joining him are the familiar comic powerhouses Archana Puran Singh, Sunil Grover, Kiku Sharda, and Krushna Abhishek. With a fresh format and new energy, this season is set to deliver non-stop laughs for fans of Kapil's signature brand of Hashmi leads this high-stakes military thriller based on true events. Ground Zero follows BSF Lieutenant Commandant Narendra Nath Dhar Dubey on a tense two-year mission to bring down Ghazi Baba, the mastermind behind a deadly terror attack. The film offers a gripping look at one of India's most successful counter-terrorism operations, mixing action, strategy, and emotional grit. With its edge-of-the-seat storytelling, Ground Zero is a must-watch for fans of patriotic Pandey's Special Ops universe returns with its most explosive season yet. Featuring Kay Kay Menon once again as master spy Himmat Singh, Special Ops 2 delves into the shadowy world of cyber-terrorism, with the stakes higher than ever. The ensemble cast includes Karan Tacker, Vinay Pathak, Tahir Raj Bhasin, Dilip Tahil, Prakash Raj, and Parmeet Sethi. Touted as a taut, intelligent thriller, this sequel promises slick action sequences, gripping plotlines, and a battle where no one is safe.
Mint
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Mint
BINGE ALERT
Special Ops 2 returns with Kay Kay Menon as Himmat Singh, tackling cyber warfare and shadowy enemies in a high-stakes espionage thriller, releasing July 11 on JioHotstar. Credit : X
India Gazette
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- India Gazette
"I love beating up guys...": Saiyami Kher on her action-packed role in 'Special Ops 2'
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 16 (ANI): Actor Saiyami Kher will be seen reprising her role of agent Juhi in the second season of Neeraj Pandey's 'Special Ops'. On donning an action-packed role, Saiyami at the show's trailer launch in Mumbai on Monday said, 'For women, there are certain roles which people don't write and you wonder why. But even before Special Ops, what Neeraj sir did with Taapsee Pannu in Baby stood out for me. I hadn't seen anything like that in Indian cinema before. I love doing action. I love beating up guys. That's what women feel like on the inside when guys tease them on the streets. I'm just happy he gave me that opportunity.' Directed by Shivam Nair, 'Special Ops 2' also stars Kay Kay Menon, Prakash Raj, Vinay Pathak, Karan Tacker, Saiyami Kher, Muzammil Ibrahim, Gautami Kapoor, Parmeet Sethi, and Kali Prasad Mukherjee. On what fans can expect from 'Special Ops 2', Neeraj Pandey, in a press note, said, 'This season reflects the times we live in, where the enemy doesn't announce their arrival. The new-age warfare has altered everything we know about threat, security, and sacrifice. Special Ops 2 is about the war we don't see, until it hits home. It's a reminder that in today's world, the greatest battles are fought without a single bullet fired, but the damage runs just as deep.' Kay Kay Menon also opened up about reprising his iconic character of Himmat Singh. 'Himmat Singh has always fought with grit, intellect, and instinct. But this time, the war isn't visible. The stakes are bigger, the threats more unpredictable and that made this season both relevant and deeply personal to portray. There's a quiet burden Himmat carries of duty, of sacrifice, of knowing more than he can say. This chapter allowed me to explore not just the strategist, but the man behind the mission, the father, the patriot, the constant protector.' 'Special Ops 2' will be out on JioHotstar on July 11. (ANI)
India.com
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- India.com
Abhishek Bachchan's actress who was critised of not having fuller lips 'Was asked to get nose job, lip fillers', she will be now seen in...
Hindi and Telugu actress Saiyami Kher, who will be seen reprising her role of agent Juhi in the second season of Neeraj Pandey's 'Special Ops', has once shared how she was advised to get lip fillers and a nose job done because people in the industry didn't find her face appropriate. Kher has faced criticism for not undergoing cosmetic procedures. Saiyami seems like a strong-headed actress who refused to undergo the knife. She said in an interview, 'Only on actresses? No, I feel it's actors, actresses – everyone. I feel if someone is not comfortable or happy with the way they look, and they are okay with doing something [to change that, by all means, they should do it if it's going to make them feel like a better, happier person. But you can't be so affected by what the world thinks—that's my opinion. Some people told me I needed to get a lip job done because my lips weren't full enough. They also said I should get a nose job.' Saiyami Kher will be seen in Special Ops 2 On donning an action-packed role, Saiyami at the show's trailer launch in Mumbai on Monday, June 16, said, 'For women, there are certain roles which people don't write and you wonder why. But even before Special Ops, what Neeraj sir did with Taapsee Pannu in Baby stood out for me. I hadn't seen anything like that in Indian cinema before. I love doing action. I love beating up guys. That's what women feel like on the inside when guys tease them on the streets. I'm just happy he gave me that opportunity.' Directed by Shivam Nair, 'Special Ops 2' also stars Kay Kay Menon, Prakash Raj, Vinay Pathak, Karan Tacker, Saiyami Kher, Muzammil Ibrahim, Gautami Kapoor, Parmeet Sethi, and Kali Prasad Mukherjee. Saiyami was also seen with Abhishek Bachchan in 2023's Ghoomer, Jaat, Sharmajee Ki Beti and Agni .
