Ek Badnaam Aashram Season 3 Part 2 on Amazon MX Player has created quite a stir among its audience. Helmed by the acclaimed National Award-winning director Prakash Jha, this latest chapter delves into themes of power, betrayal, and vengeance. If you enjoyed Aashram Season 3 Part 2 and are eagerly anticipating Season 4, here are ten captivating web series that will immerse you further into the dark realms of crime, politics, and manipulation. Get ready to be on the edge of your seat—dive in!
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1. Mirzapur
- IMDb Rating-8.4/10
- Rotten Tomato- 70%
- Smartprix Rating-8.2/10
- Streaming Platform- Amazon Prime Video
Akhandanand Tripathi made millions exporting carpets and became the mafia boss of Mirzapur. His son Munna, an unworthy, power-hungry heir, stops at nothing to continue his father’s legacy. The show has 3 seasons spanning across 31 episodes and has been directed by Gurmmeet Singh, Mihir Desai, Karan Anshuman, and Anand Iyer. It stars Pankaj Tripathi, Shweta Tripathi, and Ali Fazal in lead roles.
Mirzapur is an explosive crime thriller with iconic characters like Kaleen Bhaiya, Guddu, and Bablu. The show has legendary dialogues and is set in a small town in India with big crime. The plot is driven by revenge and a power game, and performances by the cast are fantastic. The plot twists are unpredictable and it has a high rewatch value.
2. Sacred Games
- IMDb Rating-8.5/10
- Rotten Tomato-71%
- Smartprix Rating-8.4/10
- Streaming Platform- Netflix India
When police officer Sartaj Singh receives an anonymous tip about the location of criminal overlord Ganesh Gaitonde, he embarks on a chase around Mumbai in what becomes a dangerous cat-and-mouse game. Amidst the chaos, trappings of a corrupt underworld are revealed. After being removed from the Gaitonde case, Singh begins his investigation as he works to save Mumbai from impending doom. Flashbacks reveal some of the crimes that Gaitonde has committed through the years.
The show has 2 seasons spanning across 16 episodes and has been directed by Anurag Kashyap, Vikramaditya Motwane, and Neeraj Ghawywan. It stars Saif Ali Khan, Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Neeraj Kabi in lead roles.
Sacred Games was one of the first web series that got popular in India. It is a multi layered gripping story with powerful performances and epic villain-protagonist dynamic. It tackles real issues and has outstanding direction that made it gain global recognition.
3. Paatal Lok
- IMDb Rating-8.2/10
- Rotten Tomato- 100%
- Smartprix Rating-8.5/10
- Streaming Platform- Amazon Prime Video
A police officer is assigned the case of an assassination attempt on a journalist. When the four suspects flee, the officer pursues them and lands in the netherworld, Paatal Lok. The show has 2 seasons spanning across 17 episodes and has been directed by Avinash Arun and Prosit Roy. It stars Jaideep Ahlawat, Ishwak Singh, and Gul Panag in lead roles.
Paatal Lok is a dark, gritty crime thriller inspired by real India and is thus unapologetic in whatever it shows. The show has a stellar performance by Jaideep Ahlawat and brilliant writing to back it up. The production value is top-notch as well.
4. Raktanchal
- IMDb Rating-6.8/10
- Rotten Tomato- N/A
- Smartprix Rating-6.6/10
- Streaming Platform- MX Player & Amazon Prime Video
Crime drama inspired by real-life events of the 1980s in Purvanchal, UP, at the time when state development work was distributed through tenders and the corruption that ensued. The show has 2 seasons spanning across 19 episodes and has been directed by Ritam Srivastava. It stars Kranti Prakash Singh, Pravina Bhagat, and Shashi Chaturvedi in lead roles.
Raktanchal is inspired by true events and is a raw and gritty crime drama with strong characters. It digs deep into how crime and politics are connected and rivalries are intense and personal, keeping you hooked. The series is packed with hard-hitting one-liners and intense confrontations that fans of crime thrillers love.
5. Inside Edge
- IMDb Rating-7.9/10
- Rotten Tomato- N/A
- Smartprix Rating-7.8/10
- Streaming Platform- Amazon Prime Video
The Mumbai Mavericks are playing their sixth season in the power play league; the preliminary rounds are going well, but when the team gets a new owner, the climate in the team changed; greed and fame come to the fore. The show has 3 seasons spanning across 30 episodes and has been directed by Karan Anshuman, Kanishk Varma, Aakash Bhatia and Gurmmeet Singh. It stars Ranuj Viwani, Richa Chadha & Sayani Gupta in lead roles.
Inside Edge explores cricket with a dark twist deep diving into the murky world of match-fixing, betting and BTS power plays. It doesn’t shy away from showing true side of sports and has strong performances by Richa Chadha, Tanuj Virwani and Vivek Oberoi. The episodes are fast paced and there are multiple story arcs that get closure at the end.
6. Asur
- IMDb Rating-8.5/10
- Rotten Tomato- 80%
- Smartprix Rating-8.6/10
- Streaming Platform-JioHotstar
Nikhil, a forensic expert turned teacher, leads a peaceful yet unsatisfied life with his wife and daughter. However, he soon joins hands with his mentor to catch a serial killer. The show has 2 seasons spanning across 16 episodes and has been directed by Omi Sen. It stars Arshad Warsi, Barun Sobti & Anupriya Goenka in lead roles.
Asur is based on a unique concept blending mythology, psychology and crime thriller in an interesting way. It is not just action and chase but full of cryptic messages, and symbolism. The show explores dark and intense themes and has standout performances by Arshad Warsi and Vishesh Bhansal. The killer’s identity and motives unravel slowly so you don’t know what’s coming next. The cinematic quality is top-notch.
7. Undekhi
- IMDb Rating-7.9/10
- Rotten Tomato-N/A
- Smartprix Rating-7.8/10
- Streaming Platform-Sony LIV
A dancer is killed in a fit of rage at the wedding of the scion of the Atwal family. A cop comes looking for the girl, while a film crew wants to expose the Atwals for their heinous crime. The Atwals will go to any lengths to remove pawns. The show has 1 season spanning across 28 episodes and has been directed by Ashish R. Shukla. It stars Harsh Chhaya, Surya Sharma & Ankur Rathee in lead roles.
Undekhi is inspired by real life events and is gripping right from the first episode. It brutally exposes how the rich and powerful escape justice, and the system allows it. The antagonist is terrifyingly calm and menacing with storytelling being tight and crisp.
8. The Night Manager
- IMDb Rating-7.6/10
- Rotten Tomato-82%
- Smartprix Rating-8/10
- Streaming Platform-JioHotstar
The night manager of a hotel in Dhaka finds himself entangled in a dangerous scheme that involves infiltrating a criminal’s inner circle and ousting him to the authorities. The show has 1 season spanning across 8 episodes and has been directed by Priyanka Ghose & Sandeep Modi. It stars Aditya Roy Kapoor, Anil Kapoor and Sobhita Dhulipala, in lead roles.
The show has a star-studded cast including names like Aditya Roy Kapoor and Anil Kapoor and is a spy thriller that keeps you intrigued all the time. The show is an adaptation of an acclaimed British series by the same name and has a high production quality which makes it look cinematic. The pace of the show is solid.
9. Rangbaaz
- IMDb Rating-7.8/10
- Rotten Tomato-N/A
- Smartprix Rating-7.9/10
- Streaming Platform- Zee5
Shiv Prakash Shukla, a simple 25-year-old boy from Gorakhpur, rises to become one of the most feared and infamous gangsters in the country, who works for corrupt politicians and businessmen. The show has 3 seasons spanning across 24 episodes and has been directed by Bhav Dhulia and Sachin Pathak. It stars Jay Joshi, Saqib Saleem, and Jimmy Shergill in lead roles.
Rangbaaz is based on real life gangsters from different parts of India and is a gripping crime drama with impactful performances. Each season has a strong regional flavour and explores crime politics nexus backed by solid writing and direction.
10. Criminal Justice
- IMDb Rating-8.1/10
- Rotten Tomato- 100%
- Smartprix Rating-8.5/10
- Streaming Platform- JioHotstar
Aditya, a taxi driver, has a one-night stand with Sanaya, his passenger. However, he lands in trouble when he wakes up in a pool of her blood with her corpse beside him. The show has 1 season spanning across 10 episodes and has been directed by Tigmanshu Dhulia and Vishal Furia. It stars Vikrant Massey, Pankaj Tripathi & Rucha Inamdar in lead roles.
The web series has a gripping storyline and is a realistic legal drama with strong performances. It often explores moral dilemmas and sheds light on issues like police brutality and mental health. Each season is driven by strong character arcs that show how a single event can change lives forever.
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