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“Special OPS” is a Hindi-language action-thriller web series produced by Hotstar. Created by Neeraj Pandey, the series features Kay Kay Menon as Himmat Singh, a senior officer of the Research and Analysis Wing (RAW) who is on a mission to track down a notorious terrorist. The show was released on March 17, 2020, and consists of eight episodes.
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The story of “Special OPS” revolves around a terrorist attack that takes place in India. Himmat Singh, the head of a team of intelligence officers, is convinced that the attack is the work of a mastermind named Ikhlaq Khan. However, no one else in the agency seems to believe him. Undeterred, Himmat sets out on a secret mission to track down Ikhlaq Khan and bring him to justice.
The show takes us through various countries, including Turkey, Azerbaijan, UAE, Jordan, and Nepal, as Himmat and his team go through a series of high-stakes operations to uncover the truth behind the terrorist attack. Along the way, they face multiple challenges, including corrupt officials, dangerous terrorists, and the constant threat of betrayal.
One of the strongest aspects of “Special OPS” is its ensemble cast. Kay Kay Menon, who has always been known for his powerful performances, delivers yet another outstanding performance as Himmat Singh. The rest of the cast, including Karan Tacker, Divya Dutta, Sana Khan, and Vinay Pathak, also give impressive performances, making each character stand out in their own way.
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Another strength of the show is its realistic portrayal of the world of intelligence agencies. The show doesn’t shy away from showing the internal politics, power struggles, and corruption that exist within such agencies. It also highlights the immense pressure and risks that intelligence officers face daily.
The show’s direction and cinematography are also noteworthy. The fast-paced action scenes are shot brilliantly, keeping the audience on the edge of their seats. The show also makes use of stunning visuals of various countries, giving the audience a glimpse of their beauty while also showcasing the challenges faced by the characters in their missions.
One of the drawbacks of the show, however, is its pacing. The show takes a while to set up the premise, and the first few episodes can feel slow. However, once the show picks up pace, it becomes an engaging and thrilling watch.
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The show also has a few loose ends that are left unresolved by the end of the season, indicating that there might be a sequel in the works. While this might be exciting news for fans of the show, it can also be frustrating for those who were expecting a complete story arc in one season.
Overall, “Special OPS” is an engaging and thrilling watch. The show’s realistic portrayal of the world of intelligence agencies, coupled with its outstanding performances and breathtaking visuals, make it a must-watch for fans of the action-thriller genre. While the show may have a few flaws, it is worth a watch for those who enjoy a good spy thriller.
Created by: Neeraj Pandey
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Written by: Neeraj Pandey, Deepak Kingrani, Benazir Ali Fida
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Directed by: Neeraj Pandey, Shivam Nair
Country of origin: India
Original language: Hindi
No. of seasons: 2
No. of episodes: 8 (list of episodes)
Casts
- Kay Kay Menon as Himmat Singh, Senior Officer & Logistics Head RA&W
- Karan Tacker as Farooq Ali/Amjad Sharif/Rashid Malik
- Vinay Pathak as Inspector Abbas Sheikh, Delhi Police
- Vipul Gupta as Balakrishna “Bala” Reddy, Special Agent RA&W
- Sajjad Delafrooz as Hafiz Ali
- Muzamil Ibrahim as Avinash, Special Agent RA&W
- Saiyami Kher as Juhi Kashyap, Special Agent RA&W
- Meher Vij as Ruhani Khan, Special Agent RA&W
- Gautami Kapoor as Saroj
- Rajat Kaul as Ismail Hassan
- Sana Khan as Sonia
- Mir Sarwar as Hamid (cameo appearance)
- M. Zaheer as Noor Baksh
- C. Shankar as Wasim Karachiwala/Firdaus Sheikh/Jalaal Mansoor
- Parmeet Sethi as Naresh Chadda
- Rohit Tannan as Moderator for Indo-Pak Meet
- Kali Prasad Mukherjee as Mr D.K. Bannerjee
- Divya Dutta as Sadia Qureshi
- Sharad Kelkar as IB officer Surya Kumar Devas Dixit as Lallan
- Pawan Chopra as Chintan
- Bikramjeet Kanwarpal as G.P. Mathur, RA&W
- Rajendra Chawla as llliyaas Hassan
- Alok Pandey as Pappu Haramzada
- Pakkhi Gupta as Farah Qureshi
- Tanaya Sachdeva as Aditi Rao, daughter of the Indian ambassador in Turkey
- Sohaila Kapur as Sujata Thapar
- Bijendra Gupta as Habib Naik
- Rahul Vora as Zaheer Raza
- Abhiroy Singh as Mansoor, OSD Pakistan deligation
- Anuj Sharma as Chaudhary
- Revathi Pillai as Pari
- Vaansh Goswami as Mohammad
