77 Best Indian Web Series On Netflix, Prime Or More (2022)

Indian web series has grown to become one of the best sources of inspiration and entertainment, thanks to the advent of Netflix and amazon prime.

To get you started, we’ve compiled a list of the best Indian web series that you’d love to watch on repeat.

Here is the list of Best web Series To Watch in 2023:

Thriller & Action

Farzi

Remember the time when Shahid Kapoor was only known for his looks? Well, now you can check him out in his new era in his OTT debut, Farzi. Starring actors like Shahid Kapoor, Kay Kay Menon, and Bhuvan Arora, Farzi is a one-of-a-kind thriller. The TV Series revolves around an artist who gets stuck in a con job with high stakes and an energetic, charismatic task officer on a mission to amend the country of his mistakes.

Taaza Khabar

If you cannot decide on the genre of your next watch, you’re at the right place! Start your day right with Taaza Khabar, an Indian fantasy comedy thriller that stars Bhuvan Bam in a new light. Widely known for his YouTube channel, BB Ki Vines, Bhuvan Bam’s promising acting has helped bring the intriguing concept to life. The story follows a sanitation worker who comes across magical powers leading to a new chapter in his life. Watch Taaza Khabar on Disney + Hotstar and experience the thrill like never before!

Jaanbaaz Hindustan Ke

If you love political and patriotic storylines, Jaanbaaz Hindustan is for you. The series takes you all over India and can be a treat for avid travellers. Jaanbaaz Hindustan Ke revolves around an IPS officer who becomes the lead investigator on a bomb attack case by ISIS. If you’re familiar with Bollywood’s terrorism movies, the plot wouldn’t seem anything new. But, we guarantee you’ll surely love the acting and direction which makes it a great watch!

Trial By Fire

If you’re looking for an emotional, gut-wrenching series featuring Bollywood’s jewels, Trial By Fire is the perfect fit. Casting Abhay Deol, Ratna Pathak Shah, and Anupam Kher, Trial By Fire revolves around a couple. The couple is loving parents and has a really lovely family when they’re hit by a tragedy. Trial By Fire follows their difficult and resilient journey towards justice over two decades. Watch the series on Netflix and be prepared to shed some tears!

Cat

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Every narrative and incident has suspense as well as is full of excitement, making for an incredible masterpiece that the director has produced for Netflix from beginning to end. Randeep Hooda plus the other of the actors deliver outstanding appearances in the gripping thriller CAT. Therefore you could also give one such movie a try if dramatic dramas with intriguing story twists catch your attention.

Randeep Hooda has certainly succeeded with CAT. He instils a deep sense of humanism in Gurnam. Every shot that Hooda is in draws the audience in with the appropriate level of gravity for his role. Abhishant Rana, who plays his junior counterpart, dominates the stage with his facial gestures. You will be moved by instances like Gurnam’s powerlessness while pleading with his sibling to abstain from drug use and Madam Aulakh’s revelation of her history.

Dharavi Bank

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The series streaming on MX player and released on 19 November 2022. The drama storyline Dharavi Bank is set in India’s biggest slum, Dharavi, that depicts the fascinating life of Thalaivan, over criminal with a 30000 Crore enterprise who is portrayed by Suniel Shetty. That gangster leader controls a significant portion of Dharavi thanks to his wealth and influence.

Janvi Surne gives the command to raid Thalaivan’s residence in an effort to break Thalaivan’s influence over him. She enlisted Jayant Gavaskar, another Joint Commissioner who already seemed to possess a personal motivation to take over the Thalaivan and aid her in completing this objective.

Khakee: The Bihar Chapter

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This chronicles the conflict among Chandan Mahto, a “terrific criminal,” and “brilliant cop” Amit Lodha. Despite Ranjan Kumar narrating the Netflix series, which is centered on the novel authored first by legitimate Amit Lodha, Lodha with Mahto are followed from their “humble” start to those action-packed conclusions.

According to the portrayal, Lodha is an upright policeman who is willing to take a hostage in exchange for the protesters clearing the train routes.

Mukhbir – The Story of a Spy

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Looking for another thriller with a plot threaded with terrorism? Well, Mukhbir is the perfect watch for you, then! Set in the time after the Sino-India war era, the story follows an expert Indian spy who enters Pakistan on a crucial mission to stop an attack. Watch the riveting series on Zee5 and stay hooked on the edge of your seat with its enriching plot.

Yeh Kaali Kaali Aankhein

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If you’re familiar with shows with a premise similar to ‘You’, then this Netflix original should also be up to your satisfaction. Starring Shweta Tripathi, Anchal Singh, Tahir Raj Basin, and Saurabh Shukla, the show has an IMDb rating of 7.0. 

The show tells the story of a sociopathic woman, the daughter of a powerful politician, hell-bent on marrying a small-town man. Things get darker as this man himself embarks on a dangerous journey to free himself from the clutches of this mysterious woman.

Vadhandhi

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Vadhandhi is remarkable because of its excellent composition. The script is lengthy and well-written, which is uncommon in the emerging Tamil web series market. Each scenario takes its moment to establish itself, and the monologues flow very well. It is also blatantly brave to discuss the negative aspects of things. A gorgeous young girl is murdered, as witnessed from the Rashomon-like observations of a relentlessly obsessed police officer, an author mesmerized by her charm, as well as an unscrupulous news journalist.

Undekhi

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With a great rating of 8.0 and amazing direction by Ashish R. Shukla, this show is available on Sony Liv. The show is entertainingly chaotic. It starts with the murder of a public performer and dancer. We are drawn into the hidden lives of the influential Atwal family. The stars include Harsh Chhaya, Dibyendu Bhattacharya, and Surya Sharma.

Paatal Lok

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Hindi television has not come up with too many satisfying crime thrillers, but this web television series has been a total game-changer. The show stars an amazing cast consisting of Jaideep Ahlawat, Gul Panag, Neeraj Kabi, Ishwar Singh, Swastika Mukherjee, and more.

The performance of Ahlawat in particular has been noteworthy in the show which captures the strange, contradictory truths of India.

Dahan: Raakan ka Rahasya

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Dahan is quite an interesting watch and mixes the rare element of India’s occult practices with politics. The actors include maestros like Saurabh Shukla, Ankur Nayar, and Rajesh Tailand. The story is that of a disgraced IAS officer who faces a wrong accusation. In order to clear his name he involves himself in a strange case from Shilaspur.

The show includes 9 episodes and has an IMDb rating of 7.5. The movie has some amazing graphics and the performances are worthy of applause. The series includes 4 writers, who have done a memorable job. This is a horror/thriller that we haven’t seen in a long time onscreen.

Shiksha Mandal

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This story is a rare find among regular material that we find in Indian cinema and show. The series got direction from Syed Ahmad Afzal. Moreover, it has been written by Ravi Kumar Tiwari. The wonderful cast includes Gauhar Khan, Gulshan Devaiah. And Pawan Malhotra. The show has a rating of 7.4 on IMDb, but we can say with confidence that it deserves more.

The story is about education mafias in India. Aditya, a coaching teacher, is forced to fight this world when his sister gets trapped in the mafia scandal. Together with a courageous police officer, we see the series disentangle the dark side of the education syndicate

Aranyak

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This show stands out among the Hindi web series on Netflix. Raveena Tandon remains the star of this amazing crime thriller with amazing performances by prime cast members. The director of the show is Vinay Waikul. The show is set in a picturesque, fictional town within Himachal Pradesh. Here, we encounter two conflicted police officials trying to solve the rape and murder case of a teenage girl. The show has received a good rating of 7.8 from IMDb.

House of Secrets

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House of Secrets presents a spine-chilling and fascinating docu-series on the infamous ‘Burari Deaths’. From paranormal elements to real footage of one of the oddest events we’ve seen in a while- the show can be a tantalizing experience. 

It is a 3-part series created by Leena Yadav and Anubhav Chopra. The music has been composed by our greatest maestros- A.R. Rehman and Qutub-E-Kripa. If you wish to delve into the psychology of extremist, cultist, thinking- this is the show for you.

Tabbar

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Veteran Actress Supriya Pathak never fails to amaze with her almost too real performances. She has done it again in ‘Tabbar’- a Punjabi thriller created by Harman Wadala. The show also stars the incredible Paval Malhotra as Omkar Singh, who remains the central character. 

An unintentional exchange of travel bags puts Singh’s family in a precarious whirlpool where bloodshed and lies keep mounting. The performances are incredible and the SonyLiv show is among the most nightmarish and woeful on our list.

Hello Mini

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This is a romantic thriller directed by Faruk Kabir and starring Anuja Joshi. There are a total of 3 seasons with 35 episodes. It has a user rating of 8.2 on IMDb. The show revolved around an independent girl with a perfectly normal life until she encounters a strange stalker/admirer. Many lies unfold as the show progresses, making the run quite enjoyable.

Samantar

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This show has the most exciting storyline ever. We confront two individuals with the same destinies, including ‘identical palm lines’. The story has interloping timelines, the narrative is very unique, as a young man tries to change his destiny by knowing his future through another man’s life. The series stars Swapnil Joshi, Tejaswani Pandit, and Nitish Bhardwaj.

Matsya Kand

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The show is rather exceptional and has an IMDb rating of 9.0. You will catch some memorable performances by ever-impressive Ravi Kishan, Ravi Dubey, and Piyush Mishra in this show. Matsya Thada is a genius conman and a charming master of disguise. The wrestling struggle between him and a ruthless cop leads to a cat and mouse chase that will have you at the edge of your seat at all times. Stream the show directed by Ajay Bhuyan on MX Player today.

Rudra

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Here is a Hotstar special starring India’s favorite Ajay Devgan. Super-cop Rudra Veer Singh is seen dealing with some maze-like mysteries construed by psychopathic minds. Rudra also remains ever-mysterious, heightening the puzzle. Actress Raashi Khanna has also done a superb job and the show is an official remake of British ‘LUTHER’. The director of the series is Rajesh Mapuskar.

Your Honor 1 and 2

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The show stars the amazing Jimmy Shergill in a thriller drama about a judge, desperately trying to save his son who is involved in a hit-and-run case. There are a total of 22 episodes that can be streamed on Sony Liv. The show has been adapted from the Israeli series ‘Kvodo’. The web series has been directed by Eeshwar Nivas and can be an interesting watch.

The Great Indian Murder

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The show talks about the murder of a notorious industrialist Vicky Rai. The line of suspects keeps building up and the plot thickens with every episode. 

With an IMDb rating of 7.3, this show can be streamed on Disney Hotstar. We see some impressive performances by Pratik Gandhi, Richa Chadha, and Ashutosh Rana. The series has been directed by Tigmanshu Dhulia.

JL 50

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If you are all about mystery and thrillers, JL 50 is the perfect web series for you. Starring Abhay Deol in the lead, JL 50 revolves around an investigation officer trying to solve the travel mystery case of a plane disappearing and crashing 35 years later. The inspector’s team looks at several angles and pursues different leads.

Most people believe this series is inspired by the various incidents of planes disappearing and crashing several years later. This is what makes JL 50 all the more interesting to watch. The Sony LIV show will keep you hooked right from the beginning to the end.

Bhaukaal

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This show is inspired by real-life events of IPS Navneet Sikera of Muzaffarnagar. The city is infamous for being the ‘crime capital of India’ and SSP Naveen finds himself in deep waters with the two ruling gangs. ‘Naveneek Sikera’ is the reason this show is probably the best one here. His admirable and exemplary strategies as an official will have you kneeling in respect. Moreover, actor Mohit Raina has perfected the role to the tee.

The Last Hour

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This is some of the most exciting action you will see in a while. The story has a supernatural element and focuses on a ‘Shaman’ communicating with the dead. He joins forces with a police officer to solve a rape and murder case. The series can be streamed on Prime Video. It stars Sanjay Kapoor, Karma Takapa, and Shahana Goswami.

Ek Thi Begum

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This is another show inspired by truly gut-wrenching events. The MX Player show has an amazing rating of 9.1 and stars Anuja Sathe. There are 2 seasons to indulge in with 26 episodes. This has some truth from the story of Mumbai’s well-known ‘Sapna Didi’ who upturned the world of the infamous Dawood Ibrahim.

Vadham

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You can stream this Tamil crime web series on MX Player. The show has been written and directed by Venkatesh Baby and stars Sruthi Hariharan. If you miss the vibes of the original Singham, then this show will leave you thrilled and content.

 The series captures the life of a fierce lady-cop determined to solve the case of a known businesswoman with her all-women team of officers. The action sequences are the selling factor here and the acting remains impressive.

Hasmukh

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Hasmukh is an Indian dark comedy following the life of a small-town guy. What makes Hasmukh watchable? Well, this guy is a timid comedian turning into a serial killer. The storyline, dialogue, and twists make it worth a watch.

The series stars Vir Das, the co-creator and writer, Ranvir Shorey, Amrita Bagchi, Ravi Kishan, and Manoj Pahwa in powerful roles. The dialogues and storytelling were absolute jewels. Watch Hasmukh on Netflix and witness the perfect blend of comedy and thrill.

Sacred Games 2

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Sacred Games is indeed one of the best web series that depicts action, crime, and drama powerfully. Having its roots in the book Sacred Games, the storyline primarily revolves around Sartaj Singh, a Mumbai police officer, and a gangster named Gaitonde who even thinks him to be the God. You will find yourself traveling through a series of mysteries, drama, deeper corruption in law, and lots of fighting and action that make it worth the watch. As the name of this Indian web series suggests, the whole story is designed as a part of a game or a play and keeps you glued to the end of each episode with lots of excitement.

In between all the madness of corruption, killings, and deceit, Sartaj Singh has kept his truthfulness and discipline alive and finds himself linked to the gangster in some way. This police officer also makes every possible attempt to save Mumbai from any disaster after getting possible threats from the gangster.

How exciting do all these sound? Featuring on Netflix and consisting of notable casts such as Saif Ali Khan, Radhika Apte, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, and more it is a must web series to be watched by the people of every generation. Season 1 is already out and you can watch it on Netflix.

Mirzapur 2

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Perhaps the Indian television industry has reached another height of cinematography through both its seasons of Mirzapur. Although some people have criticized the show and called it “Anurag Kashyap spinoff”, both seasons have garnered such an amazing fan base that there is no denying that the show is a must-watch!

The show follows the life of Kaleen bhaiya and his son, Munna Bhaiya as they try to run their arms and drug business. If you want to get into a little bit of dirty desi politics, then be sure to tune in.

Special Ops

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Special OPS is one of the most excellently executed and finely filmed shows that Hotstar has produced within the country. The best part is that you get to see someone as honed as Kay Kay Menon performing a role that has never been seen before.

The story has been told through the life of Himmat Singh who faces two decades of nationalist events along with some undercover espionage missions that have been taking place in the background.

Aarya 2

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Seeing Sushmita Sen as Aarya might be a little surprising to all the people who have never seen her out of her traditional setup. The show is quite good, although we can hardly call it rare- Sen has done a good job at portraying the stolid character, but we can’t call it historical.

Among the various crime thrillers on the web, Aarya is not something we will recommend exceptionally, but if you’re planning to watch it, you will not be disappointed.

Betaal

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Do you love horror movies and Indian folklore? Betaal is the perfect mix of horror and myths and follows a socio-political commentary. Starring Vineet Kumar Singh, Aahana Kumra, and Suchitra Pillai as the leads, the series sets the scene in a remote village where a war between an undead East Indian Company officer’s zombie battalion and a squad of modern-day soldiers ensues.Read fullShow less

The web series somewhat lacks the thrill and riveting edits. However, the exemplary performances by the leads and the perfect concoction of mythology and horror make it a binge-worthy show. Watch Betaal on Netflix and experience the chills.Read fullShow less

The Gone Game

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This is a lockdown thriller that some people might like to wrap their heads around. To sum up, this show is a thrilling murder mystery which doesn’t match up to the likes of ‘Searching’ but somehow deals with the idea of isolation well.

Although Hindustan Times has called the show overly ambitious, we have to give it its due credit as a part of experimental cinema- after all, it is not every day that you get to see something like this.

Asur

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Arshad Warsi and Barun Sobti are together cast in this Voot thriller, which shows the cat and mouse race between the authorities and a serial killer who is gifted with religious fanaticism.

In India, religion can be very corrosive, and the show has managed to capture just that without any hassle. To anyone who didn’t get enough of sacred games and wants to feel the same thrill- this show might be a good watch.

Bard of Blood

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An Indian web television series starring Emran Hashmi and launched on Netflix, India, is a seven-episode series produced by Sharukh Khan’s production house – the Red Chillies Entertainment. The show tells the story of a disgraced intelligence agent, Kabir Anand, who gets back in the field to rescue agents captured by the Taliban.

Set in the troubled Pakistani province of Balochistan, the show deals with cross-border terrorism and involves rogue Indian agents contending with Pakistani intelligence services. Despite the action, the narrative is deeply rooted in fostering xenophobic stereotypes and Islamophobic clichés in the portrayal of its characters.

A very unsettling aspect of the series is that in several instances, the characters voice information that is an obvious fact for the other characters present in the scene. The series fails to impress the audience as well as critics alike in the seemingly distorted narration, writing as well as direction.Read fullShow less

Tandav

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Political Hindi movies or series either end up losing their plot or win the hearts of everyone. Tandav is an Indian political thriller web series starring Saif Ali Khan, Sunil Grover, Dimple Kapadia, Mohammad Zeeshan Ayyub, Anup Soni, Tigmanshu Dhulia, and Dino Morea. India is the largest democracy in the world, but is politics as simple as we think?

Tandav focuses on showcasing the chaos of power and manipulation. The show depicts the dark side of Indian politics happening behind closed doors. Tandav tries to show us that all that shines is not gold. To get your fill of politics, drama, and thrill, watch Tandav on Amazon Prime Video.