Mumbai: Aneet Padda is set to explore a darker, more challenging role in the upcoming thriller series ‘Hunkkaar’.
The ‘Saiyaara’ actor plays an assault survivor in the series, which was filmed before her breakout success in the Mohit Suri directorial.
The teaser, which was unveiled on Tuesday, offers a glimpse into Aneet’s intense character and hints at a gripping story of trauma, survival and the search for justice.
The teaser begins with Aneet’s character Meenu Rawat at a police station, where she introduces herself as a 17-year-old student at Baapji’s Shaburi Fort in Mahasherni School. She then makes a disturbing allegation, claiming that she was assaulted by Baapji.
Fatima Sana Shaikh steps into the role of a police inspector tasked with investigating the case, with the teaser hinting at a deeper mystery surrounding Baapji.
The series also features Ram Kapoor, Mohd Zeeshan Ayyub, Arjun Mathur and Zoya Hussain in key roles.
Sharing the teaser, Aneet wrote, “Presenting a little something I shot before Saiyaara. Hunkkaar has been a part of my journey for a while, and I’m glad to finally share it with you all.”
“Nahi hoga insaaf ka intezaar, bas goonjegi sachhai ki Hunkkaar (There will be no waiting for justice when the roar of truth will rise). Hotstar Specials: Hunkkaar – The Roar, streaming from 25th September, only on JioHotstar. Produced by Birla Studios and Applause Entertainment, in association with Purple Pebble Pictures, A Mangata Films Production,” she added.
Aneet started modelling as a teenager and went on to appear in several brand campaigns. She made her acting debut with a small role in ‘Salaam Venky’ in 2022.
She rose to prominence with Big Girls Don’t Cry in 2024, before Saiyaara turned her into a breakout star in 2025. The Mohit Suri directorial earned over ₹580 crore worldwide, with Aneet earning praise for her performance.
She will next appear in Maddock Films’ horror comedy ‘Shakti Shalini’.