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Amazon miniTV embraces spirit with finale episode of Hack Crimes Online – Republic Day Special
Mumbai: Amazon miniTV, Amazon’s free video streaming service, is all set to premiere the finale episode of its cyber-crime thriller series Hack Crimes Online on the occasion of the 75 Republic Day, embracing the true essence of patriotism. The streaming service dropped the goosebumps-inducing promo of the upcoming episode, featuring the talented actors Vipul Gupta and Riddhi Kumar. It gives a sneak peek into the Cyber Crime Unit’s fight against the danger hovering on the Republic Day parade. Produced by Shital Bhatia, co-founder of Friday Storytellers and directed by Parmeet Sethi, the adrenaline-fueled episode will stream exclusively on Amazon miniTV for free.
Giving a glimpse of the alarming threat, the promo traces one of the most dangerous challenges faced by ACP Ashutosh’s Cyber Crime Unit. As the Republic Day parade commences, ACP Ashutosh and his hackers discover that the meticulously created unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) were stolen on their way back from a regular maintenance session. This incident leaves the Indian Air Force with bated breath. As the authorities discover the perpetrators’ unnerving strategy to deploy the stolen UAV near the middle of the Republic Day procession along the Kartavya Path, the situation gets even more dire.
Will Shakti, ACP Ashutosh, and their squad recover the stolen UAV before the Republic Day parade, stopping malevolent plans? Catch the finale episode of Hack Crimes Online, premiering on 25 January on Amazon miniTV for free within the Amazon shopping app, on Fire TV, and on Play Store.
Director Parmeet Sethi said, “Cybercrime has emerged as one of the greatest threats to our nation and its people today. The tech savvy cybercriminal has insidiously invaded every aspect of our daily lives. With Hack Crimes Online, we have endeavored to shed light on a myriad such cases while exposing the modus operandi that cyber criminals are using today to nefarious ends. The incredibly encouraging response to our series is testimony to the pressing need for bringing such cyber-crimes to light. The finale episode of the series highlights the unsung battles of countless officers who work tirelessly and often heroically towards safeguarding our nation and its people from such online predators,”
Talking about the new episode, Vipul Gupta shared, “Hack Crimes Online holds a special place in my heart as it throws light on such a prominent issue through a bunch of intriguing cases. The latest episode, especially, fills me with pride as it showcases patriotism in all its glory. The episode will take viewers on a nail-biting ride against a national threat. And yes, this episode is a gift from our side to all the viewers and fans who have showered their immense love and have been asking for more of Hack Crimes Online. Thanks for your love and appreciation and I am hopeful you will enjoy this Republic Day special episode too.”
Finale episode of Hack Crimes Online, premiering on 25 January on Amazon miniTV for free within the Amazon shopping app, on Fire TV, and on Play Store.
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Prime Video drops trailer for Lukkhe, a rap crime drama starring KING in his acting debut
Eight episodes of revenge, redemption and hard-hitting rap arrive on the streaming platform on 8th May
MUMBAI: Prime Video has unveiled the trailer for Lukkhe, an eight-episode musical action drama built around the world of rap, crime and bruised relationships — and it has done so in suitably loud fashion, launching it at a live concert in Mumbai featuring electrifying performances by KING, Amira Gill, Akshath, Raashii Khanna, Ruaa Kayy and RUTVXK. As if that were not enough, the show’s music album was also dropped at the event, in collaboration with exclusive music streaming partner Amazon Music and music label Warner Music India.
The series is directed by Himank Gaur and produced by Vipul D. Shah and Rajesh Bahl under the banners of Optimystix Entertainment and White Guerrilla LLP. It is created and executive produced by Agrim Joshi and Debojit Das Purkayastha.
The cast is the talking point. KING, the acclaimed Indian rapper and songwriter, makes his acting debut as MC Badnaam, a performer consumed by rivalry and hunger for recognition. Raashii Khanna, returning to Prime Video after Farzi, plays Gurbani. Palak Tiwari, making her streaming debut, plays Sanober. Lakshvir Singh Saran plays Lucky. The ensemble also includes Nakul Roshan Sahdev, Kritika Bharadwaj, Shivankit Parihar, Yograj Singh and Ayesha Raza Mishra in pivotal roles.
The trailer plants its flag squarely in the tension between MC Badnaam and his rival MC OG, played by Parihar, while threading in the love story between Lucky and Sanober. The soundtrack, which spans hard-hitting rap anthems to emotionally charged melodies, is as much a character in the show as any of its leads.
Gaur was candid about what drew him to the project. “Lukkhe gave me a chance to dive into a world that’s loud, emotional, and constantly on edge,” he said. “What stayed with me was how every character is chasing something personal, and music becomes their way of expressing it. Working with this cast, especially KING in his debut, along with Raashii, Lakshvir, and Palak, was incredibly rewarding because they brought honesty that elevated every moment.”
Khanna reflected on her character with evident relish. “Playing Gurbani in Lukkhe was a really intense and fulfilling experience,” she said. “What I found most interesting was how her strength comes from something deeply personal, which shapes every decision she makes. It was about finding that balance between vulnerability and grit.”
KING, stepping in front of the camera for the first time, was characteristically direct. “Stepping into Lukkhe as MC Badnaam has been a defining moment for me,” he said. “What drew me in was how real his hunger and need to be heard felt. It’s something I connect with as an artist. Bringing music into his journey made the experience even more personal.”
Tiwari described the role as a first on multiple fronts. “It was my first time working with Prime Video, and the whole experience felt new and creatively satisfying,” she said. “Being part of a story that has both intense and heartfelt moments, along with a team that brought so much honesty to it, made this journey truly memorable.”
Saran, for his part, zeroed in on what made Lucky tick. “Lucky is someone who’s trying to move forward while still carrying the weight of his past, and that push-pull made him really interesting to explore,” he said. “There’s a sincerity to his journey that I hope people connect with.”
Lukkhe premieres on Prime Video in Hindi on 8th May, across India and in more than 240 countries and territories worldwide. In a streaming landscape drowning in crime dramas, this one is betting that putting a rapper at its centre – and meaning it – is enough to cut through the noise. On the evidence of the trailer, it might just be right.
