Aneet Padda is set to follow up her breakthrough in Saiyaara with a very different outing. The actor stars in JioHotstar’s upcoming series Hunkkaar: The Roar, which revolves around a teenager’s accusation against a powerful cult leader and the investigation that follows.
Hunkkaar's trailer drops a major bomb
The trailer introduces Padda as Meenu Rawat, a 17-year-old who finds herself at the centre of a case involving Sunil Chakosi, popularly known as ‘Baapji’. What begins with Meenu speaking up against the influential figure soon snowballs into a larger battle involving the police, courtroom and media. The plotline is inspired by controversial Hindu spiritual leader.
The story puts the spotlight on the complicated relationship between truth, power and public perception. As the investigation gathers momentum, those involved are forced to confront how difficult it can be to establish the truth when the person being accused commands influence and a loyal following.
Fatima Sana Shaikh plays ACP Jasleen Singh Soni, the police officer investigating the case. Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub features as journalist Amitabh, while Arjun Mathur plays lawyer Bhalerao. The three characters appear to approach the case from different sides, bringing the police, legal system and media into the unfolding drama. Raghubir Yadav and Ram Kapoor are also part of the ensemble.
The trailer hints at a story that goes beyond a straightforward investigation. Meenu’s allegation becomes a test of the institutions around her, while the growing public attention adds another layer to the case. The series appears to explore how an accusation against a powerful individual can quickly become a larger conversation about influence, justice and whose version of the truth gets heard.
All about the series
Padda had shot the series before Saiyaara, which marked her theatrical breakthrough. Sharing the teaser earlier, she wrote, “Presenting a little something I shot before Saiyaara. Hunkkaar has been a part of my journey for a while, and I’m glad to finally share it with you all.”
Directed by Karan D Kapadia, Nitya Mehra and Heeraz Marfatia, Hunkkaar: The Roar is created by Kapadia and Mehra. The series is produced by Birla Studios and Applause Entertainment in association with Purple Pebble Pictures and Mangata Films. It will begin streaming on JioHotstar on September 25.
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