Salakaar Twitter Review: Naveen Kasturia, Mouni Roy Impress with Performances; Fans Call Story ‘Above Average, But Good’

Spy thriller ‘Salakaar’, now streaming on JioHotstar, has drawn mixed but largely positive reactions from Twitter users. While fans praise the performances of Naveen Kasturia and Mouni Roy, many point out the story's inconsistencies.
  • Amit Diwan
  • Editorial
  • Updated - 2025-08-08, 13:17 IST
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Directed by Faruk Kabir, ‘Salakaar’ is a newly released spy thriller currently streaming on JioHotstar. Featuring Naveen Kasturia and Mouni Roy in lead roles, the series is reportedly inspired by the life of Ajit Doval, one of India’s most respected intelligence officers.

The storyline blends fictional drama with real-world inspirations. Mouni Roy plays RAW agent Maryam, also known as Srishti, who attempts to foil Pakistani Colonel Ashfaqullah’s (played by Surya Sharma) mission to develop a nuclear bomb. Assisting her from the Indian side is the National Security Advisor (portrayed by Purnendu Sharma), who was once a field agent in Pakistan, reportedly working against General Zia’s nuclear plans.

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Salakaar Twitter Review

Following its release, ‘Salakaar’ has been the talk of the town on Twitter. Viewers shared their thoughts using the hashtag #Salakaar, offering praise for the cast while expressing mixed feelings about the writing.

User @dwivedikaustuv tweeted, “Honestly. It's good. Acting of every actor is commendable. Story is above average. It's fiction. But, good. Arc comes to an end in the end. Satisfying to say the least. What's bad are the inconsistencies. Too many plot holes. Could have been better.”

Another user, @MrArunSiingh, gave the show a glowing review, “EXCELLENT. Best series on JH after SO1 and Freelancer. 100 times better than SO2 and SZM.”

Fan @AgaarTumSathHo praised Mouni Roy’s screen presence, “Watching u @Roymouni never feels like enough, so I'm happy u r back with another banger to present ur brilliance. I'm sure u gonna take this one also to the next level. Already loving ur looks... Ready to get addicted on 8 Aug."

Salakaar has been described by fans as a dark and intense espionage tale. Twitter user @sandeepkishore_ wrote, “Inspired by true events, Salakaar is the story of a spymaster who used his mind as a weapon.”

Another viewer, @Venu1122334, tweeted, “Dark rooms. Sharp minds. Ruthless games. Salakaar is not for the faint-hearted.”

Salakaar Cast and Plot Overview

The series stars:

  • Naveen Kasturia, known for TVF Pitchers
  • Mouni Roy, known for her roles in Gold and Naagin
  • Surya Sharma, as the Pakistani colonel
  • Mukesh Rishi
  • Asrar Khan, and more in supporting roles

The show unfolds as a complex tale of espionage, national secrets, and high-stakes intelligence missions. It traces the journey of a young Indian spy whose present-day operation links back to the past of a legendary spymaster.

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While some viewers point out issues with the plot and inconsistencies in storytelling, 'Salakaar' is being widely appreciated for its strong performances and gripping concept.

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