Attention all units: prepare for clearance. Taskaree: The Smuggler’s Web, produced by Friday Storytellers, created by Neeraj Pandey and directed by Raghav Jairath, touches down on Netflix January 14, 2026. Intelligence input: It is a fictional edge-of-your-seat crime entertainer that opens the gates to a world where every suitcase could hide a secret and each passenger might be a suspect.
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At the center of this operation is Superintendent Arjun Meena (Emraan Hashmi), a razor-sharp, calm, and calculating officer. Along with his team, he cracks down on airport smuggling — from luxury goods hidden in plain sight to organised international syndicates.
Taskaree marks Neeraj Pandey’s fourth outing with Netflix and his first collaboration with Emraan Hashmi. The mixture guarantees precision, pace, and high-stakes thrills. Pandey delivers his signature mix of sharp storytelling, grounded humour, and globe-trotting tension. Hashmi steps right into a refreshing latest avatar: a frontrunner whose instinct and intelligence are as lethal because the mission itself.
Neeraj Pandey On Taskaree
Neeraj Pandey says, “Airports are familiar to all of us, yet what unfolds behind the scenes is never seen. The world of customs isn’t something that has been explored on screen. And that was a part of the appeal in our endeavour to introduce our audiences to a brand new unexplored world which is quiet, disciplined, and high-pressure. With Taskaree, we bring together an ensemble that might reflect the complexity with depth and conviction. And as at all times Netflix continues to be a robust partner in supporting stories which are rooted, authentic, and built for scale.”
Emraan Hashmi On Taskaree
Reflecting on his role, Emraan Hashmi says, “Taskaree was exciting for me on many levels. It’s my first time working with Neeraj Pandey and moving into his world. Playing a customs officer is latest territory for me. And Arjun Meena isn’t loud or flashy. He’s calm, observant, and at all times pondering two steps ahead. I enjoyed moving into that space. I’m really looking forward to audiences seeing me on this latest role. Partnering with Netflix and Neeraj sir makes it much more special. It’s makers that encourage stories like this to be told at scale.”
Tanya Bami On Taskaree
Tanya Bami, Series Head, Netflix India, shares, “We’re excited to kick off 2026 with a show that introduces audiences to the high-stakes, unseen world of airport customs. With sharp and quirky tones and unpredictable twists Taskaree has every part that makes for a compelling thriller. Filmed across 4 countries and multiple international airports, the show unpacks an intricate smuggler’s network in classic Neeraj Pandey style. It offers a fresh, immersive perspective that shall be relatable for anyone who has ever taken a flight. We’re delighted to have Emraan headline the show, especially after the overwhelming love and fandom he received for his cameo in The Ba*ds of Bollywood.”
Also involved within the mission are Sharad Kelkar, Amruta Khanvilkar, Nandish Singh Sandhu, Anurag Sinha and Zoya Afroz, who bring grit, intensity, and anticipation to a world where tension never clocks out.
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