The political thriller series, based on the book Ninety Days by Anirudhya Mitra, features a powerful ensemble cast and chronicles the high-stakes manhunt following Rajiv Gandhi’s assassination.
Danish Iqbal Joins Cast of The Hunt as CBI Officer Amod Kanth
Mumbai, July 1 – Actor Danish Iqbal is set to portray the role of senior CBI officer Amod Kanth in the upcoming political thriller series The Hunt: The Rajiv Gandhi Assassination Case, directed by National Award-winning filmmaker Nagesh Kukunoor.
The highly anticipated series is inspired by the true events surrounding the 1991 assassination of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, and is based on the bestselling book Ninety Days by Anirudhya Mitra—a journalist who closely followed the investigation.
“An Honour—And a Bit Terrifying,” Says Danish Iqbal
Reflecting on his role, Danish shared that stepping into the shoes of a real-life figure like Amod Kanth was a significant challenge:
“Playing Amod Kanth in The Hunt was an honour—and a bit terrifying. He’s such a respected officer, and I knew the portrayal had to be honest and grounded. I gave it everything I had, and I just hope I’ve done justice.”
Danish credited director Nagesh Kukunoor for creating an intense and immersive atmosphere on set. He described the filming experience as transformative:
“There were moments when I stopped ‘acting’ and just became him. The energy on set was electric—collaborative, intense, and deeply focused.”
“We weren’t just performing; we were living these lives, even off-camera. I remember shooting in a remote village under the harsh sun, and no one complained. That’s the kind of spirit Nagesh sir brought to the table.”
About the Series: The Hunt: The Rajiv Gandhi Assassination Case
- Director: Nagesh Kukunoor
- Writers: Rohit Banawalikar & Sriram Rajan
- Based on: Ninety Days by Anirudhya Mitra
- Plot: Follows the 90-day manhunt after Rajiv Gandhi's assassination in 1991, led by India’s top investigative officers.
The series promises a gripping narrative of strategy, sacrifice, and national security, shedding light on a watershed moment in Indian political history.
Star-Studded Cast
The Hunt features a stellar lineup of actors portraying real-life investigators and personnel from the SIT and security forces:
- Amit Sial as D.R. Kaarthikeyan (Chief of SIT)
- Sahil Vaid as SP Amit Verma
- Bhagavathi Perumal as DSP Ragothaman
- Danish Iqbal as DIG Amod Kanth
- Girish Sharma as DIG Radhavinod Raju
- Vidyut Garg as Captain Ravindran (NSG Commando)
Other pivotal roles are played by Shafeeq Mustafa, Anjana Balaji, B. Sai Dinesh, Shruthy Jayan, and Gouri Menon.
When and Where to Watch
While the official release date is yet to be announced, The Hunt: The Rajiv Gandhi Assassination Case is expected to premiere on a major OTT platform later this year.