Ram Kapoor headlines Mistry, the Indian adaptation of Monk. Watch teaser
In case you are a Monk fan, you may experience a strong sense of deja vu when watching the teaser of 'Mistry', the upcoming JioHotstar series starring Ram Kapoor. From counting objects obsessively to avoiding handshakes and perching awkwardly in an undersized chair, Kapoor's character, Armaan Mistry, mirrors many of the iconic traits of Adrian Monk, the beloved American detective with obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).JioHotstar unveiled the teaser of 'Mistry', the official adaptation of 'Monk', the popular American series that originally aired from 2002 to 2009.advertisementThe official X account of JioHotstar shared the teaser. "Chaotic to some. An enigma to all. When it comes to unsolved mysteries, no man better than Mistry! Hotstar Specials: Mistry Streaming June 27 only on JioHotstar. #MistryOnJioHotstar (sic)," read the caption. 'Monk' starred Tony Shalhoub, who won multiple awards for his portrayal of the quirky but brilliant detective. In Mistry, Ram Kapoor steps into the shoes of Armaan Mistry, the Indian counterpart to Shalhoub's Monk. The series promises to explore not just the mystery-of-the-week format but also the emotional complexity of a man battling OCD while solving crimes.
Joining him is actor Mona Singh as ACP Sehmat Siddiqui, along with Shikha Talsania and Kshitish Date in pivotal roles. The series is directed by Rishab Seth and produced by Banijay Asia in collaboration with Universal International Studios.advertisementExpressing his excitement on playing Armaan Mistry, Ram Kapoor said in a statement, "Armaan Mistry is a character unlike any I've played before. The whole experience of shooting Mistry was so immersive - I have deep dived into this character and understood his quirks, his brilliance and his vulnerabilities. It is a character very close to my heart and I am thrilled with how it has come out. I cannot wait for the audiences and my fans to see me as Mistry on JioHotstar.'Mistry is set to premiere on JioHotstar on June 27, 2025. You May Also Like
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