Some wars are not fought on the battlefield, they’re fought with intelligence, wit and strategy! JioHotstar has dropped the trailer of their upcoming high-octane spy thriller releasing on August 8, 2025. Inspired by real-life events, Salakaar takes you deep into a world where loyalty is currency, silence is survival, and one man’s past mission could decide the fate of a nation. With duty etched in every move and deception lurking at every turn, Salakaar isn’t just a title, it is a reminder of the ones who advise, act, and disappear… all in the shadows! Starring Naveen Kasturia, Mouni Roy, Mukesh Rishi, Purnendu Bhattacharya, Ashwath Bhatt, and Surya Sharma, the series is directed by Faruk Kabir and produced by Sphereorigins and Mahir Films.

Told across two timelines - 1978 and 2025 - Salakaar delves into the covert world of intelligence, nuclear threats, and unfinished missions. The trailer offers a gripping glimpse into the life of Adhir, a deep-cover spy who once thwarted Pakistan’s nuclear ambitions, only to face the ghosts of that mission decades later as the National Security Advisor. With the clock ticking and past enemies resurfacing, the stage is set for a showdown where personal vendettas collide with national duty.

Salakaar is inspired by real-life events

Director Faruk Kabir said, “I’ve always believed that truth is often stranger than fiction and the world of intelligence is a perfect example of that. Salakaar is inspired by real-life events but gives us the creative space to explore the emotional and moral consequences of that world. It’s a story about loyalty not just to a nation, but to people, to memory, to ideals. Working with such an incredible ensemble cast and JioHotstar gave me the freedom to build a world that is taut, cinematic, and above all—authentic. The trailer is a glimpse into a world of invisible wars, silent courage, and the cost of legacy.”