Chorki’s original series “Cactus” is scheduled to premiere this Wednesday, March 18, offering viewers a gripping spy thriller featuring Pritom Hasan and Mehazabien Chowdhury on their streaming platform.
The series’ official trailer was unveiled on March 13 at 2 PM, providing a sneak peek into the adrenaline-fueled storyline. Fans can look forward to diving into the series as it goes live at midnight on March 17 (March 18).
The plot of “Cactus” centers around Mansib, a proficient hacker portrayed by Pritom Hasan. Initially introduced as a captive, Mansib is compelled to re-enter the world of hacking with governmental backing due to a national emergency.
Pritom Hasan shared insights into Mansib’s character development, promising an engaging journey that will captivate audiences. Meanwhile, Mehazabien Chowdhury steps into the role of Anura, showcasing a fresh persona characterized by strength, confidence, and readiness for action. The trailer hints at a concealed mystery surrounding her character, with Mehazabien expressing enthusiasm for her challenging role, emphasizing her venture into uncharted action territory.
The series is helmed by renowned director Shihab Shaheen, who envisions “Cactus” as the cornerstone of his espionage universe, aiming for international acclaim. Shaheen emphasized the grand scale of the narrative, stating, “‘Cactus’ is going to be a project of global standards, and we have envisioned its story on a much larger scale.”
The script for “Cactus” was crafted by Shihab Shaheen, Al-Amin Hasan Nirjhar, Ador Rahman, Asaduzzaman Abir, and Rezwan Kabir, with Shaheen also credited as the screenwriter. The ensemble cast features Munira Yusuf Memi, Manas Bandyopadhyay, Naziba Basher, Salauddin Lavlu, Shahadat Hossain, Arifin Jilani, Zahidul Haque Apu, and Sanzida Tasnim. To heighten the suspense of the thrilling spy narrative, action sequences are coordinated by Edward Gomez.
