Here is everything you need to know about the show trending at #1 today.
The Role: Customs Officer Arjun Meena 👮♂️
Forget the "serial kisser" or the "gangster"; this time, Emraan is playing the man who catches them.
The Character: He plays Arjun Meena, a sharp, no-nonsense Customs Officer stationed at Mumbai International Airport.
The Mission: The 7-part series follows his team as they try to dismantle a massive global smuggling syndicate that uses everything from gold bars in furniture to exotic animals to bypass the "Green Channel."
"Smugglers have evolved. So have we," Emraan says in a dialogue that is already viral on Reels.
The "Neeraj Pandey" Magic ✨
The show marks the first collaboration between Emraan and the master of the espionage genre, Neeraj Pandey (Special 26, Baby).
The Plot: True to Pandey's style, the show is a procedural thriller. It’s not just about gunfights; it’s about the cat-and-mouse game of intelligence.
The Villain: The show features Sharad Kelkar as the suave and dangerous kingpin, Bada Chaudhary. Their face-off is being hailed as "electric."
The "Face of Netflix" Returns
Emraan’s relationship with Netflix is special. From Bard of Blood (2019) to Taskaree (2026), he remains their go-to star for gritty dramas.
Fan Verdict: Social media is flooding with praise.
"Finally, a show that respects the audience's intelligence! Emraan is subtle, intense, and brilliant," wrote a user on X.
The Glitch: Interestingly, some users noted a funny glitch where Netflix tagged the show as a "2025" release despite it dropping yesterday (Jan 14, 2026). Fans joked, "The show is so fast, it travelled back in time!"
SantaBanta Verdict: If you loved Special 26, this is your weekend binge. Emraan Hashmi in a uniform, catching bad guys at the airport? Boarding pass, please!
