Sharad Kelkar on Power & Uniforms in 'Taskaree: The Smuggler's Web'

Actor Sharad Kelkar reflects on the sense of power and responsibility that comes with wearing a uniform, warning that power can corrupt without proper training and duty. He connects this to his upcoming series 'Taskaree: The Smuggler's Web', which aims to shift public perception from fear to respect for customs officers. The series explores international smuggling networks across global cities and focuses on a dedicated customs task force at Mumbai International Airport. Led by a team of honest officers, the show blends instinct and intelligence in a high-stakes battle against crime.

Key Points: Sharad Kelkar on Responsibility in Uniform for New Series

  • Power's corrupting influence
  • Need for checks and balances
  • Respect for customs officers
  • International smuggling web
  • Series streams Jan 14, 2026
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Sharad Kelkar speaks up on sense of power that comes with uniform

Actor Sharad Kelkar discusses the power and corruption linked to uniforms ahead of his series 'Taskaree: The Smuggler's Web' on Netflix.

Sharad Kelkar speaks up on sense of power that comes with uniform
"power can corrupt anyone - Sharad Kelkar"

Mumbai, Jan 13

Actor Sharad Kelkar, who is gearing up for his upcoming streaming series 'Taskaree: The Smuggler's Web', has shared his opinion on the sense of responsibility that comes with a uniform.

The actor recently spoke with IANS, and said that power may corrupt a person, and it's important to have checks and balances to keep the corruption due to power at bay.

He told IANS, "It's a very interesting side of any uniform because sometimes power can take you on a different tangent altogether. So, you need to be very thoughtful and sensible. That's why there's the training part of it".

He further mentioned, "They always keep in mind about what are your duties, what you have to do. What you stand for, our country's priority and all because power can corrupt anyone. But, with this show I think everybody will agree with me, that the fear you get when you see a custom officer, you have to get out of it, and there must be respect for them after the show".

Meanwhile, the series spans key smuggling corridors across Al-Dera, Addis Ababa, Milan and Bangkok, Taskaree opens up the complex machinery of the international smuggling world- a web built on coded routes, false manifests, and calculated misdirection. At its centre is a specialised customs task force at one of the busiest airports in the country, Mumbai International Airport, led by an uncompromisingly honest team of officers, Arjun Meena (played by Emraan Hashmi), Mitali Kamath (played by Amruta Khanvilkar), Ravinder Gujjar (played by Nandish Singh Sandhu), and Prakash Kumar (played by Anurag Sinha).

These officers rely on instinct as much as intelligence, knowing one missed detail can undo weeks of surveillance.

'Taskaree: The Smuggler's Web' is set to stream on Netflix on January 14, 2026.

- IANS

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Priya S
Absolutely true. Power corrupts, and absolute power corrupts absolutely. We need more officers like the characters in this show – honest and uncompromising. Our customs officers have a tough job protecting our borders from smuggling. Respect. 🙏
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Vikram M
Interesting he mentions the "fear" of customs officers. Honestly, as a frequent traveller, that fear is real! But it shouldn't be about harassment, it should be about respect for the law. Hope the show portrays that balance. The cast looks solid.
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Rohit P
While I agree with the sentiment, let's be real. The "checks and balances" he talks about often fail in our system. We've all heard stories. A show can inspire, but real change needs systemic reform and better accountability. Just my two paise.
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Sarah B
The international locations - Bangkok, Milan, Addis Ababa - show how global smuggling networks are. India is a major target and transit point. It's high time we had a series focusing on our customs heroes. January 2026 is so far away though! 😅
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Meera T
Sharad Kelkar always speaks sense. A uniform is a symbol of trust from the public. When that trust is broken, it breaks something in society. Wishing the team all the best. Jai Hind!

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