Surprise Paatal Lok reunion? Jaideep Ahlawat stuns fans with secret, viral cameo in Kohrra Season 2

Jaideep Ahlawat makes a surprise cameo in Kohrra Season 2 on Netflix. Reunited with Paatal Lok creators, he joins stars Mona Singh and Barun Sobti in this gritty Punjab-based crime drama.

Mona Singh, Jaideep Ahlawat, and Barun Sobti in a still from Kohrra Season 2

Season 2 of the crime procedural Kohrra debuted on Netflix yesterday, February 11, 2026, and viewers who are paying close attention have already noticed a significant surprise in the cast. The new season includes an uncredited cameo by Jaideep Ahlawat—now one of the most famous actors in India's streaming scene.

Where exactly does the "blink-and-miss" cameo occur?

Episode 4 of the show features an appearance by the actor listed as a "Railway Lineman" in the end titles for his role. There are just two shots and one line of conversation in the "blink-and-miss" appearance. Although the sequence was brief, the actor's appearance caused quite a stir online in the hours following the show's premiere.

A brief exchange between Ahlawat and the lead actors, Mona Singh and Barun Sobti, takes place in the segment, which subtly enhances the show's realistic and grim tone by placing it beside a railway track. His cameo is short enough that casual viewers would miss him, but his noticeable screen presence had many admirers watch the sequence again and again until the end credits confirmed his identity.

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What is the creative connection behind this surprise casting of Jaideep Ahlawat?

As a professional gesture, the cameo acknowledges the series' creators. Sudip Sharma, who previously produced and scripted the successful series Paatal Lok in 2020, directed and wrote Kohrra. Many regard Ahlawat's portrayal of Hathiram Chaudhary, the protagonist of the production, to be his breakout performance.

Gunjit Chopra, who co-wrote Paatal Lok with Sharma in the first season, is also on the writing staff for this season of Kohrra. Those in the know say Ahlawat's inclusion is likely an effort by the actor and the makers who shaped his OTT career.

Does Kohrra Season 2 maintain the show's original style?

Kohrra Season 2 picks up where the first left off in 2023, with a new case under investigation while keeping the same atmospheric, slow-burn storytelling technique.

With his transfer to the Dalerpura Police Station, Sobti plays the character of ASI Amarpal Garundi again. As Sub-Inspector Dhanwant Kaur, his new commanding officer, Singh joins him. The story follows the discovery of the body of Preet Bajwa an NRI woman (Pooja Bhamrrah), in a barn following her horrific murder. Pradhuman Singh Mall, Anurag Arora, and Rannvijay Singha are all part of the ensemble.

As they face family secrets and long-standing local tensions in Punjab, the focus of the second season shifts from Suvinder Vicky to the developing equation between Sobti and Singh.

What other recent projects has Jaideep Ahlawat been involved in?

The appearance arrives for Ahlawat just as he is juggling several prominent projects. His roles in The Family Man Season 3 (2025) and Ikkis (2026) continue to get praise.

Meanwhile, Ahlawat would play a significant role in the upcoming Drishyam 3 after Akshaye Khanna's departure. His upcoming appearance in the Shah Rukh Khan vehicle King will further establish him as a mainstay of both high-budget films and OTT.

Kohrra Season 2 FAQs:

Q: Is Jaideep Ahlawat in Kohrra Season 2?

A: Yes, Jaideep Ahlawat makes a surprise, uncredited cameo in the second season of Kohrra. Although it is a brief "blink-and-miss" appearance, his name is officially listed in the end credits, confirming his participation in the series.

Q: Which episode of Kohrra Season 2 features Jaideep Ahlawat?

A: Jaideep Ahlawat appears in Episode 4 of Kohrra Season 2. He is seen in a short sequence set near a railway track, consisting of two shots and a single line of dialogue.

Q: What is Jaideep Ahlawat’s role in Kohrra Season 2?

A: In Kohrra Season 2, Jaideep Ahlawat is credited as a "Railway Lineman." His role is a subtle addition to the show’s gritty atmosphere and serves as a professional nod to the show's creator, Sudip Sharma, with whom he previously collaborated on Paatal Lok.

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