The fictional series will pay a tribute to the selfless service, unconditional commitment and fierce patriotism of police officers across the country who put everything on the line
The fictional series will pay a tribute to the selfless service, unconditional commitment and fierce patriotism of police officers across the country who put everything on the line
Prime Video has joined hands with filmmaker Rohit Shetty for an action-packed web series titled “Indian Police Force”, the streaming platform announced on Wednesday.
Directed and produced by Shetty, the project is titled by “Shershaah” star Sidharth Malhotra who will play a Delhi Police constable in the series.
According to the makers, “Indian Police Force” is a fictional series that pays tribute to the selfless service, unconditional commitment and fierce patriotism of police officers across the country who have given their all in the call of their duty to keep everyone safe. placed at stake.
In a press statement issued by Shetty, the makers said that they intend to set a new bar for action content emerging from India for audiences across the globe with the upcoming series.
He added that with the global release, audiences in 240 countries and territories will experience an immersive police universe story coming from India and rooted in Indian values.
Shetty, known for creating a cinematic police universe with films like “Singham”, “Simmba” and “Sooryavanshi”, said he has been working on the “Indian Police Force” for many years.
The 49-year-old filmmaker said in a statement, “I am delighted to collaborate with Amazon Prime Video to bring to life this story that will transcend geographic and linguistic barriers, giving me the opportunity to showcase it to audiences around the world. Will get the opportunity.” ,
The eight-part series marks the digital debut of Shetty, who is also known for directing popular comedy film series such as the “Golmaal” franchise. The show is also Malhotra’s first OTT project, whose last release “Shershaah” premiered on Prime Video in August 2021.
The filmmaker said that he aims to set a new benchmark with this high-octane action series.
“I am very excited to work with the amazingly talented Sidharth Malhotra in this series. I have always strived to push the realm of action-first entertainment and with this series, I am sure we will create a new benchmark,” he said.
The makers also unveiled the first-look teaser of the show today. On Tuesday evening, he teased that Malhotra will star in a new project by Shetty, which will expand the director’s cop universe into the digital space.
Aparna Purohit – Head of India Originals, Amazon Prime Video, India said, The team is excited to collaborate with Shetty on their first digital venture, with a story that salutes the selfless service and unwavering commitment of our police forces .
Purohit said, “We are sure that this series will add to the action-packed cop-poem that Rohit has created over the years.”
“We are delighted to welcome actor Sidharth Malhotra to the Amazon Prime Video family as we begin our journey of creating this action extravaganza. We are confident that the Indian Police Force will provide an exciting and exciting experience to our audiences across the globe.”
The shooting of Amazon Original Series “Indian Police Force” in association with Rohit Shetty Pictures is currently underway in Mumbai.
The show is likely to release next year.