Now streaming on Netflix, Saare Jahan Se Accha is a spy series that explores Pakistan’s nuclear ambitions and India’s covert attempts to sabotage them. Created by Gaurav Shukla and directed by Sumit Purohit, the show is set in the 1970s and kicks off with the mysterious death of Indian nuclear scientist, Homi Bhabha. From there, it builds into a high-stakes drama involving spies, double agents, journalists, and personal sacrifices. Here’s what the critics and fans have to say about the spy drama.
Saare Jahan Se Accha plot summary
After India’s victory in the 1971 war, Pakistan’s Prime Minister, ‘Zulfikar Ali Bhutto’ is determined to turn his country into a nuclear power. In response, RAW sends its best agent, ‘Vishnu Shankar’ played by Pratik Gandhi, on a covert mission to Pakistan to gather intel. Disguised as a diplomat, ‘Vishnu’ navigates through political tension, personal dilemmas, and dangerous opponents, particularly ISI chief ‘Murtaza Malik’ played by Sunny Hinduja. The two go head-to-head against one another in the chilling drama.
