What is Scoop about?

Scoop is a compelling Indian Hindi-language crime drama series that premiered on Netflix in 2023. Directed by Hansal Mehta and Mrunmayee Lagoo Waikul, the series features Karishma Tanna in a lead role, supported by a cast including Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub and Harman Baweja. It plunges viewers into the chaotic intersection of media, law enforcement, and the criminal underworld of Mumbai through its storytelling. The show follows the gripping journey of Jagruti Pathak, a seasoned crime reporter who becomes the prime suspect in the murder of a fellow journalist. Tainted by allegations and suspicion, Jagruti must navigate through a web of deceit and danger while attempting to clear her name and uncover the truth. The series also scrutinizes the often contentious relationships between journalists, the police, and the criminal factions of society. Based on the real-life incident of Journalist Jigna Vora, who was framed for the murder of fellow reporter Jyotirmoy Dey, the narrative is a fictionalized account that's adapted from Vora's memoir 'Behind Bars in Byculla: My Days in Prison'. 'Scoop' weaves a story of betrayal, the search for justice, and the quest for moral clarity amid life-threatening challenges.

The first episode of Scoop aired on June 02, 2023 and the most recent episode to air was on June 02, 2023.