Sharad Malhotra Is Excited As He Steps Into the Dark World of Crime Thrillers with ACP Vikrant

Sharad Malhotra steps into darker territory with his new crime thriller series ACP Vikrant, now streaming on the Kutingg app. Known mostly for romantic roles, Sharad now leads a gritty murder mystery that follows a suspended police officer chasing a ruthless killer targeting women.

The show presents ACP Vikrant as a sharp yet troubled investigator, balancing personal turmoil with dangerous field work. Viewers can expect tense interrogations, moral dilemmas, and an investigation that digs into psychological motives, as well as standard police procedure.

ACP Vikrant crime thriller marks a new genre for Sharad Malhotra

Sharad described how different this project feels compared with earlier work that focused on romance and family drama. Sharad said, "You've seen me in the romantic genre earlier. Here it was completely different. This is a very serious show, a very intense show and there isn't anything funny because it's a murder mystery."

The actor highlighted the chilling core of ACP Vikrant, stressing the danger within the storyline. Sharad added, "There is someone who is out on the loose, mercilessly killing women. Then there comes ACP Vikrant, a single father who is suspended and an alcoholic." The character’s personal struggles sit alongside the hunt for a repeat offender.

ACP Vikrant deepens Sharad Malhotra’s bond with Balaji Telefilms

Sharad underlined how returning to Balaji Telefilms for ACP Vikrant feels deeply personal. Sharad said, "This is like homecoming for me. My life's biggest and the most important shows were from the Balaji Telefilms family. Ekta ma'am has given me so many characters that the audience has loved so much."

Sharad also spoke about exploring the crime genre for the first time through ACP Vikrant. Sharad shared, "It's a murder mystery, a crime genre, my first time and it was an amazing experience. I'm grateful to Balaji Telefilms for that." The collaboration reunites a familiar creative team in a fresh storytelling space.

ACP Vikrant cast and storytelling style add to the crime thriller appeal

Discussing the ensemble for ACP Vikrant, Sharad praised the teamwork on set and highlighted one co-actor in particular. Sharad said, "It was a great team effort. I got to work with Vinay Anand. He has spread his magic in the Bhojpuri industry and even appeared in Hindi films."

Sharad further said about ACP Vikrant and Vinay Anand, "It was really great. When I came to know that Vinay Anand is also going to be a part of the project, I knew it's going to be something good. Me and Vinay, we both were looking for such a good script and I thank god that we got it."

ACP Vikrant aims to mix fast-paced investigation with realistic crime scenes and layered character arcs. The narrative digs into how an officer like Vikrant handles trauma, addiction, and parenthood while tracking a serial killer. The series also focuses on the psychological patterns behind the crimes, not just action scenes.

Streaming only on the Kutingg app, ACP Vikrant targets viewers who enjoy intense thrillers and detailed investigations. This project broadens Sharad Malhotra’s portfolio beyond earlier romantic hits, signalling a fresh chapter filled with suspense, action, and a more complex central role.