Salakaar trailer keeps the focus on Naveen Kasturia but even more so, Mouni Roy holds true power owing to her AI-powered glasses - know all about the tale of the upcoming series

Last Updated: 05.29 PM, Jul 29, 2025
Naveen Kasturia starrer Salakaar's trailer has now released and while it is old wine packaged in a new bottle, this trailer merges new technology which makes it interesting. Mouni Roy's character is the one who uses this technology and thus, emerges as power itself. Salakaar, directed by Faruk Kabir, also stars Mukesh Rishi, Purnendu Bhattacharya, Ashwath Bhatt and Surya Sharma in pivotal roles. Here's what it's all about...
Salakaar trailer takes us through two timelines, one in 1987 and the other in 2025. The threat remains the same - nuclear power war. This time, though, India is developed and stronger. The agents sent to Pakistan are all powered with help from AI and amidst them all, Mouni Roy's character shines because of her AI glasses that show her what the plans look like. “My character isn’t just brave, she’s complicated, conflicted, and incredibly resilient. She operates in a high-risk zone, but she also carries her personal trauma and history into every decision,” the actress said in a media statement.
The story is told from the lens of a spy named Adhir, who had thwarted Pakistan's nuclear plans back in 1978, only to be faced against it once again in 2025. The mission this time is to end the terror of ISI, but the journey would not be any easy. While Naveen Kasturia is the face of Indian officer and Mukesh Rishi is a Pakistani agent, Mouni Roy's character still remains a mystery.
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Salakaar, Faruk Kabir confirms, is inspired from real-life events. “Salakaar is inspired by real-life events but gives us the creative space to explore the emotional and moral consequences of that world. It’s a story about loyalty not just to a nation, but to people, to memory, to ideals,” he shared. The series will be out on JioHotstar from August 8.
Q. Who is the actor of Salakaar in Hotstar?
A. Salakaar features Naveen Kasturia and Mouni Roy in the lead roles. It also stars Mukesh Rishi, Purnendu Bhattacharya, Ashwath Bhatt and Surya Sharma.
Q. What is the qualification of Mouni Roy?
A. Mouni Roy holds a degree in mass communication.
Q. What is the background of Mukesh Rishi?
A. Mukesh Rishi is a graduate from Government College in Chandigarh.