Netflix’s new Hindi web series, Saare Jahan Se Accha, premiered on August 13, 2025, and is already generating buzz for its gripping narrative and stellar cast. Directed by Sumit Purohit and created by Gaurav Shukla, this spy thriller is set in the 1970s and delves into the tense geopolitical landscape of the time. The series follows Vishnu Shankar, a resilient Indian spy, as he embarks on a dangerous mission to thwart a neighboring country's nuclear ambitions.

Saare Jahan Se Accha features Pratik Gandhi in the lead role as Vishnu Shankar, a RAW agent tasked with preventing Pakistan from developing a nuclear bomb. The series also stars Sunny Hinduja as Murtaza Malik, the ISI Chief, along with seasoned actors like Tillotama Shome, Anup Soni, Suhail Nayyar, Kritika Kamra, and Rajat Kapoor. Anup Soni plays Brigadier Naushad Javed Ahmed, an army officer from Pakistan.

The series is not entirely based on true events but draws inspiration from historical incidents such as the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971 and the demise of Indian nuclear physicist Homi J. Bhabha. Saare Jahan Se Accha starts with a disclaimer stating that it is a work of fiction loosely inspired by true events. The show also depicts the establishment of India's intelligence agency, RAW, during the 1970s.

Pratik Gandhi, known for his role in Scam 1992, portrays Vishnu Shankar as a sharp and intelligent officer. Sunny Hinduja brings a layered presence to his role as Murtaza Malik, enhancing the tension in the series. Suhail Nayyar delivers a memorable performance as Sukhbir/Rafiq. According to Pratik Gandhi, it’s vital to bring fresh, human-centered perspectives on patriotic stories and move away from clichés when it comes to themed stories. He also added that the series explores the human side of a spy.

In an interview with Firstpost, Pratik Gandhi, Sunny Hinduja, and Anup Soni discussed Saare Jahan Se Accha and the eight-hour shift debate sparked by Deepika Padukone. The series gives the opportunity to evolve and it gives job satisfaction from the actor's point of view. Anup Soni shared that he had the opportunity to research Raindra Koshik, which helped him prepare for his role.

Saare Jahan Se Accha is produced by Bombay Fables and created by Gaurav Shukla. The series captures the intelligence war between India's RAW and Pakistan's ISI against the backdrop of the 1970s.