Netflix's Taskaree: The Smuggler's Web Explores Customs Officers' Fight Against Smuggling

Taskaree: The Smuggler's Web is a seven-episode Netflix crime thriller directed by Neeraj Pandey and Raghav Jairath, starring Emraan Hashmi as Superintendent Arjun Meena, a customs officer tackling international smuggling at Mumbai Airport. The series explores the complex world of smuggling networks across global cities, highlighting the challenges faced by customs officials. Reviews praise Hashmi's performance and the show's realistic portrayal but note uneven pacing, heavy stylization, and mixed storytelling. The show has sparked varied audience reactions since its January 2026 release.