The wait is finally over for fans of high-octane espionage thrillers. Anil Kapoor, the ever-youthful face of the Indian adaptation of ’24’, has officially revealed the release date for the show’s highly anticipated third season.
In a new promotional video that has taken social media by storm, Kapoor brings back his signature swagger to confirm that Jai Singh Rathod will return to screens on April 24, 2026, streaming exclusively on Jio Hotstar.
The promo features a lighthearted yet meta twist: a writer attempts to coach Kapoor on how to deliver his iconic “Jhakkas” catchphrase for the announcement. After listening to several suggestions, Kapoor effortlessly takes over, delivering the line with the seasoned perfection only he can manage. “Dekhiye mera show 24 only on Jio Hotstar, ekdum jhakkas,” he declares, leaving the stunned writer behind as he walks off set.
Real-Time Thrills and High Stakes
The Indian adaptation of the global hit franchise follows a real-time format, where each episode represents one hour in a single, high-stakes day. Returning as the former Anti-Terrorist Unit (ATU) Chief, Anil Kapoor’s Jai Singh Rathod is expected to face his most grueling mission yet. While the first two seasons dealt with assassination plots and bio-terror threats, Season 3 is rumored to dive into a complex web of cyber-warfare and national security breaches.
The announcement comes just over a month after the successful release of Kapoor’s film Subedaar on March 5, 2026. Fans had been speculating about the return of 24 ever since Kapoor dropped a cryptic tweet about “giving 24 hours to Jio Hotstar” last week.
A Legacy of Intensity
Since its debut, 24 India has been lauded for its cinematic production values and intense storytelling. Season 2 featured a powerhouse ensemble including Sakshi Tanwar, Ashish Vidyarthi, and Sikandar Kher. While the full cast list for Season 3 remains under wraps, the “real-time” countdown beginning on April 24 promises to bring back the same nail-biting urgency that made the series a cult favorite.
As Kapoor himself tweeted shortly after the promo launch: “The clock is ticking… and this time, it’s even more Jhakkas!”