The teaser for a new Netflix series, Taskaree: The Smuggler's Web, dropped. It stars Emraan Hashmi as Arjun Meena, a sharp customs officer hunting smugglers at airports. This marks the first collaboration between Hashmi and creator Neeraj Pandey.
Hashmi said the role was exciting new territory, playing a calm and observant character instead of a flashy one. He praised the chance to work with Pandey and Netflix on this kind of story. The series features an ensemble cast including Sharad Kelkar and Amruta Khanvilkar.
Pandey noted the unique setting, exploring the high-pressure, unseen world of airport customs. He aims for authentic storytelling with his signature tension and grounded humor. The show is produced by Friday Storytellers and directed by Raghav Jairath. It premieres in mid-January.
Hashmi said the role was exciting new territory, playing a calm and observant character instead of a flashy one. He praised the chance to work with Pandey and Netflix on this kind of story. The series features an ensemble cast including Sharad Kelkar and Amruta Khanvilkar.
Pandey noted the unique setting, exploring the high-pressure, unseen world of airport customs. He aims for authentic storytelling with his signature tension and grounded humor. The show is produced by Friday Storytellers and directed by Raghav Jairath. It premieres in mid-January.
