Veteran Director's Comeback Tackles India's Alarming Cyber Threat

As India grapples with a surge in cyber crimes, veteran director Heeren Adhikari has made a timely comeback with "Weekend Club," a gripping web series that tackles the growing digital threats faced by the country's Gen Z population.

According to the Additional Director General of Police, Maharashtra Cyber, India suffered massive losses of ₹22,845.73 crore due to cyber crimes in 2024, a staggering 206% increase from the previous year. With over 3.6 million cases registered across the country, the rise in financial scams, digital arrests, sextortion, and AI-enabled attacks has become a pressing concern.

Produced by Kiran Lanjewar under the banner of Vibro Motion Pictures, the six-episode "Weekend Club" web series aims to educate and engage the younger generation on the importance of cyber safety. Adhikari, a pioneer of Indian television thrillers, has returned to the OTT space with this project, determined to convey a meaningful message about the dangers of cyber crimes.