Actor Karan Tacker’s Special Ops has found a place in IMDb’s report marking 10 years of streaming in India, bringing the spotlight back on the espionage thriller which released in 2020.
The Jio Hotstar series, which features Tacker as Farooq Ali, continues to trend among India’s top series, highlighting its enduring appeal among audiences.
Reflecting on the recognition, Tacker shared “It’s extremely rewarding to see Special Ops, which launched almost six years ago, still trending as one of India’s top series. Accolades like these keep me going, and I’m grateful for the continued love from the audience and, of course, Neeraj Pandey.”
“The first day of the shoot will always be special to me. Crossing the zebra crossing and telling Kay Kay Menon to back his car up was the moment a new journey began for me as an actor. It will always hold a special place in my heart,” he added.
Created by Neeraj Pandey, Special Ops established itself as a prominent title in India’s OTT landscape, with Tacker returning as Farooq Ali in subsequent instalments of the franchise. Its continued relevance reflects the lasting connection audiences have built with the series and its characters. However, Tacker’s journey on OTT has extended well beyond one successful show. The actor has moved between different genres and characters, from the world of espionage in Special Ops to the gritty crime drama Khakee: The Bihar Chapter and the supernatural thriller Bhay: The Gaurav Tiwari Mystery.
Tacker is currently in Glasgow, Scotland, shooting for an upcoming project, with further details awaited. As he moves on to his next assignment, the IMDb recognition offers a timely reminder of the series that helped shape his journey as an actor.
