Hyderabad, India — February 27, 2026: JioHotstar has dropped a brand-new promo for its upcoming Hotstar Specials web series, Vikram on Duty—and this time, it’s equal parts hilarious and intriguing. Frontlined by Bigg Boss Season 8 winner Nikhil Maliyakkal as Vikram Vasu, the new promo offers a fresh look at a cop who investigates like nobody else: laid back, sharp-eyed, and unexpectedly brilliant.
Set at a crime scene, the promo plays out with Vikram Vasu approaching the investigation in his signature “miser and wiser” style—unbothered on the surface, hilariously casual in the moment, and almost annoyingly confident as he scans the room. While everyone else chases the obvious, Vikram picks up on the smallest, strangest clues—tiny details from the scene that others overlook—piecing them together in a way only he can.
Just when it feels like it’s all swagger and comedy, the promo pivots. The final beat reveals something darker: Vikram’s past—a shadow that refuses to leave him alone. No matter how many cases he cracks with clever clues and quirky methods, his history keeps circling back, hinting that the toughest mystery he faces may not be on the streets—but within himself. This deepens the intrigue around Vikram’s character, teasing a layered story where humour, investigation, and personal demons collide.
With Ashu Reddy in a key role, Vikram on Duty promises a character-driven crime thriller that balances wit with intensity.
The anticipation is already running high, with Bigg Boss fans eagerly waiting to see their Season 8 winner Nikhil Maliyakkal take on the lead role in a web series built around attitude, intelligence, and a past that won’t stay buried.
Vikram on Duty streams from 6 March on JioHotstar. The latest promo is now live on JioHotstar and across JioHotstar social platforms.
About Vikram on Duty (Hotstar Specials)
A crime thriller following Vikram Vasu, a curious cop posted in the Special Investigation Team (SIT) who solves spurious crimes with an unconventional, witty approach—while a haunting past threatens to unravel everything.
Cast: Nikhil Maliyakkal, Ashu Reddy
Platform: JioHotstar
Streaming Date: 6 March
