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Emraan Hashmi: Viral Cameo Sparks Career Resurgence
19 Jan
Summary
- Emraan Hashmi reflects on his career resurgence after viral cameo.
- Actor discusses overwhelming fan response to his Netflix cameo role.
- Hashmi explains his interest in exploring complex roles like customs officer.
Emraan Hashmi is enjoying a notable career resurgence, marked by viral success and critical acclaim. The actor recently appeared as a customs officer in Neeraj Pandey's thriller, 'Taskaree.' Reflecting on his career, Hashmi expressed his gratitude for the positive work opportunities coming his way, describing his current hectic schedule as a "good hectic." He is embracing these roles rather than letting them pass.
Hashmi's two-day cameo as an intimacy coach in Aryan Khan's 'The Ba***ds of Bollywood' on Netflix unexpectedly went viral. He attributed the overwhelming fan reaction to their acknowledgment and love, thanking Aryan Khan and the entire Red Chillies and Netflix team for the well-written part. This unexpected success has further propelled his career comeback.
In 'Taskaree,' released on January 14, 2026, Hashmi plays Arjun Meena, a customs officer at Mumbai Airport tasked with dismantling a smuggling syndicate. He was drawn to the role by Neeraj Pandey's vision and his own long-standing fascination with the customs profession. The film delves into a gritty world of high-stakes corruption and betrayal.
