Special Ops Season 2 Review: Himmat Singh and his squad returns with bang to tackle a new age threat AI cyberattacks
Special Ops Season 2 Web Series Rating: 3.5 Stars
Watched Special Ops Season 2 Web Series on Jio Hotstar. So, let’s analyze the cast, release date, story, positive/negatives and at last my personal view on this web series.
Cast: Kay Kay Menon, Karan Tacker, Tahir Raj Bhasin, Prakash Raj, Muzammil Ibrahim, Arif Zakaria, Vinay Pathak, Saiyami Kher, Meher Vij, Gautami Kapoor, Shikha Talsania, Kamakshi Bhat, Parmeet Sethi, Dalip Tahil, Tota Roy Chowdhury and Revathi Pillai
Director: Neeraj Pandey & Shivam Nair
Release Date: 18th July 2025 on Jio Hotstar
Duration: 7 Episodes/ 45 Minutes
Story: Special Ops 2 is the third season of the espionage-thriller series Special Ops. While the first season followed Senior RAW officer Himmat Singh (Kay Kay Menon) as he hunted criminal mastermind Ikhlaq Khan, responsible for multiple attacks in India, and tackled an internal audit over unusually high miscellaneous expenses, Special Ops 1.5 explored Himmat’s origin story, revealing how he became the skilled RAW officer he is today.
New season kicks off with the mysterious abduction of Dr. Piyush Bhargav (Arif Zakaria) who is a top AI scientist and the simultaneous assassination of RAW agent Vinod Shekhawat (Tota Roy Choudhury). With the cyberattack threat growing, the government turns once again to the resourceful Himmat Singh to lead a covert investigation.
Himmat assembles his team of trusted operatives spread across borders Farooq (Karan Tacker), Juhi (Saiyami Kher), Ruhani (Shikha Talsania), Avinash (Muzammil Ibrahim) alongside a new cyber expert Dr. Harminder Gill (Kamakshi Bhatt) to find out who kidnapped Dr Piyush and why. The mastermind Sudheer Awasthi (Tahir Raj Bhasin) is a cunning data manipulator based in Europe, orchestrates the kidnapping.
Meanwhile, Himmat’s mentor Subramanyam (Prakash Raj) who is a retired government official is under stress after the money he saved for years in PNJ Bank has gone down the drain after it went bankrupt. Subramanyam asks Himmat to help him nab Jignesh Dholakia (Hitesh Dave) of the PNJ Bank before he flies to a country with which India doesn’t have an extradition treaty. He gives Himmat a deadline to bring him back to India or else there will be consequences.
Later her daughter Pari (Revathi Pillai) knows about his real father. How Himmat Singh deal with these situations is all about this series.
Positives
1. Performances
2. Story
3. Direction
4. Cinematography
5. Dialogues
Negatives
1. Length
2. Unnecessary sub-plots
3, Climax
4. Half-baked Villian track
Durgesh Tiwary’s View: When I watched the trailer of this web-series planned to watch in my free time as loved the trailer and liked previous 2 seasons. RAW officer Himmat Singh and his elite team return to tackle a new-age threat—massive cyberattacks targeting UPI systems, national databases, and digital identities. As digital India hangs by a thread, they must outsmart unseen enemies in a race against time.
Special Ops Season 2 delves into AI-driven cyber warfare intertwined with classic spy drama. The screenplay is tighter, and the plot more layered this time, with an intelligent mix of real-world geopolitics and fictional narrative. It packs in political intrigue, international espionage, and emotional undercurrents without ever losing sight of the high-stakes operation. The tension peaks when Sudheer Awasthi is introduced, offering a compelling, enigmatic antagonist whose moral ambiguity elevates the drama. Neeraj Pandey and Shivam Nair deliver a well-crafted series, though a slightly tighter edit would have elevated the impact. The cinematography is visually arresting, especially during the international chase sequences and surveillance montages. The production values are top-notch. From Georgia, Budapest, Turkey to the buzzing streets of Delhi, these locations are a visual treat. The international locales aren’t just for the show, but they are important to the storyline and make the plot feel more real. The background adds to the tension without being overwhelming. The emotional core resonates strongly, as it balances the heart with high stakes. The phenomenal finale ties up the season with a thrilling payoff that leaves you wanting more. Kay Kay Menon is flawless as always sharp, introspective, and in control. Tahir Raj Bhasin is a standout antagonist charming yet dangerous. Rest supported really well. It delivers exactly what fans of the franchise were hoping for more intensity, more twists, and a deeper dive into the shadowy world of espionage.
A few subplots feel undercooked, especially in the second half where the pace dips momentarily. Some flashbacks and character backstories could have been trimmed to maintain narrative urgency. The pacing occasionally drags, and the multiple subplots risk cluttering an otherwise sharp espionage thriller. At times, you’ll wish the story would just get to the point. While the storytelling is engaging overall, the middle episodes slow down slightly, briefly disrupting the momentum. These moments don’t derail the show, but they keep it from being perfect. Still, these are minor hiccups in an otherwise super ride. Across six episodes, the show builds up tension—raising stakes, connecting dots, decoding threats. But when the final episode arrives, the anticipated fireworks fizzle. The climax unfolds too cleanly, too quickly. Every thread ties up conveniently, almost like a simulation running on autopilot, perfectly aligned with Himmat’s intent. Tahir Raj Bhasin character, introduced with potential, is never given the space or depth to evolve. What should’ve been a pivotal figure ends up as a narrative placeholder, neither advancing the plot nor leaving any lasting impression. Many characters are introduced with buildup, only to fade out without payoff. In a show where stakes are global, the performances often feel localized in parts but lacking the collective urgency a spy thriller demands.
Overall, series lives up to its predecessor with sharper writing, a compelling new villain, and rock-solid performances. The show leans into a more tech-driven narrative without losing the human drama that made the earlier seasons click. With Kay Kay Menon at the helm, this franchise continues to set the bar high for Indian web thrillers. A gripping, high-stakes sequel that blends brains with brawn. Despite few flaws it worth your time. My view on this web-series is Highly Recommended.
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