Randeep Hooda Returns as 'Inspector Avinash' in Gripping Crime Thriller Season 2

Randeep Hooda discusses the evolving portrayal of cop characters on OTT platforms, which offer a more realistic exploration compared to traditional films. Returning as Inspector Avinash in his crime thriller series, Hooda shares his experience of portraying a real-life cop, bringing both authenticity and uniqueness to the role.

Actor Randeep Hooda highlights the shift from exaggerated cop portrayals in traditional films to more nuanced characters on OTT platforms. With the release of 'Inspector Avinash' Season 2, Hooda steps back into the role of the titular cop, a character inspired by a real-life officer from Uttar Pradesh.

Directed by Neerraj Pathak, the series is set against the backdrop of 1990s Uttar Pradesh, where Inspector Avinash Mishra navigates a storm of personal and political challenges. Hooda emphasizes the depth of character exploration that OTT platforms offer, allowing audiences to see police officers in a more realistic context.

Hooda, who has portrayed real-life figures in past films, cites his role in 'Inspector Avinash' as one of his most enjoyable, despite the severity of the crime involved. The series also features an ensemble cast including Urvashi Rautela and Abhimanyu Singh, and premieres its new season on JioHotstar.