Officer on Duty is a 2025 Indian Malayalam-language action thriller directed by Jithu Ashraf in his directorial debut. The film stars Kunchacko Boban as Circle Inspector Harishankar (Hari), a hot-headed officer demoted for assaulting a superior. Assigned to the Aluva police station, Hari’s investigation into a seemingly minor counterfeit gold chain case unravels a complex web of crimes, including sexual exploitation and blackmail, deeply connected to his own family’s tragic past.

As Hari delves deeper, he confronts his personal trauma, particularly the suicide of his elder daughter, Nila, who had been a victim of the same criminal network. The film explores themes of justice, revenge, and the psychological toll of law enforcement work. Kunchacko Boban delivers a compelling performance, portraying Hari’s aggression and vulnerability with nuance. The narrative maintains a gripping pace, intertwining intense action sequences with emotional depth, culminating in a thought-provoking resolution.