As Special Ops 2 gears up for release, its core team — actor Kay Kay Menon, Parmeet Sethi, Karan Tacker and director Shivam Nair — made their way to one of Delhi’s most iconic institutions, Rashtrapati Bhavan, where they witnessed the Change of Guard ceremony, a striking display of ceremonial precision and tradition. From its grand architecture to the constitutional weight it carries, Rashtrapati Bhavan isn’t just a building — it’s where power meets protocol echoing the very themes Special Ops 2 navigates: systems, structures, and the inner workings of the Indian state.

Kay Kay Menon, who reprises his role as the formidable intelligence officer Himmat Singh, said, “As someone who plays a character deeply involved in the system, it was surreal to be present at one of the most important places in India. The ceremony, the energy, the space — it was an experience unlike any & it all felt very real and aligned with the world of Special Ops 2.”

Karan Tacker, who plays the field agent Farooq Ali, added, “Delhi has always been a very special location for me because it’s where I shot my younger portions for Special Ops for the first time. Returning here for this extremely prestigious ceremony was an absolutely surreal experience. The grandeur, discipline, and sheer energy of the moment gave us all goosebumps.”

Director Shivam Nair shared, “Rashtrapati Bhavan is one of the most iconic symbols of our democracy — where protocol, purpose, and power converge. Witnessing the Change of Guard ceremony was a humbling experience. It served as a reminder of the discipline, order, and tradition that quietly uphold the functioning of our country. As storytellers, such moments offer deep reflection and inspiration.”

Parmeet Sethi spoke with awe and appreciation, “I’ve visited many places in my life, but there’s something deeply powerful about stepping into Rashtrapati Bhavan. The sense of history, the legacy it carries, and the silent strength it exudes are overwhelming. Being here made me reflect on how much history, tradition, and protocol exist behind the scenes of power. It was fascinating to see it up close.”

While Special Ops 2 takes on missions across the world, it stays rooted in New Delhi — a city full of history, with institutions that shape the country every day!

Watch the return of India’s most elite covert team as Special Ops 2 streams exclusively on JioHotstar from July 18th, 2025.