Love watching murder mysteries that keep you guessing until the end? From the dark investigations of Paatal Lok and Raakh to the shocking secrets of Kahaani and Talaash, Prime Video has several gripping crime and suspense thrillers. Here are 12 Hindi movies and shows to add to your watchlist this week.
12 Best Hindi Murder Mysteries on Prime Video
1. Paatal Lok (2 Seasons)
Inspector Hathi Ram Chaudhary gets his big break when an assassination attempt on a famous journalist leads him into a dangerous world of crime, politics and corruption. In the first season, his investigation reveals shocking connections between powerful people and the accused criminals. Season 2 takes him to Nagaland, where a high-profile murder pushes him into another complicated case involving secrets, violence and political influence. Across both seasons, Hathi Ram’s search for justice becomes a difficult battle against a system where the truth is rarely simple.
2. Babita Singh Reporting
Babita “Baby” Singh, a young police officer, returns to her hometown of Rewa hoping to enjoy a family celebration. Her plans fall apart when her childhood friend Bansi is murdered, leaving her determined to find out what happened. With little support from her family or the local police, Babita begins secretly investigating the case herself. Starring Nimisha Sajayan and Barun Sobti, this crime thriller follows an underestimated cop whose search for justice uncovers disturbing secrets close to home.
3. System
Neha Rajvansh, an ambitious public prosecutor, wants to prove herself by winning an important legal case and securing her future at her father’s law firm. Her journey takes an unexpected turn when she joins forces with Sarika Rawat, a clever courtroom stenographer from a very different background. As they work together, the case exposes uncomfortable questions about privilege, hidden motives and the influence of powerful people on justice. Starring Sonakshi Sinha and Jyotika, this courtroom suspense drama explores what happens when professional ambition clashes with the truth.
4. Raakh
Set in Delhi in 1978, this disturbing crime thriller begins when two teenagers disappear under mysterious circumstances. Sub-Inspector Jayprakash Jatav takes charge of the investigation, but missing evidence and unreliable leads make the search increasingly difficult. As the police uncover horrifying details about the crimes, the case turns into a dangerous hunt for two violent criminals. Starring Ali Fazal and Sonali Bendre, Raakh explores the frightening minds behind the killings and the emotional cost of pursuing justice.
5. Breathe
Danny Mascarenhas is a loving father whose world begins falling apart when his young son develops a life-threatening medical condition. Desperate to save him, Danny makes increasingly dangerous decisions that place other people’s lives at risk. Meanwhile, police officer Kabir Sawant notices a disturbing connection between several seemingly unrelated deaths involving organ donors. Starring R. Madhavan and Amit Sadh, this psychological crime thriller asks how far a parent might go to protect someone they love.
6. Daldal
DCP Rita Ferreira, a newly appointed senior officer in Mumbai’s Crime Branch, finds herself investigating a frightening series of murders. As she follows the clues, the evidence begins pointing towards a dangerous killer whose actions become increasingly difficult to predict. At the same time, Rita must deal with painful memories, emotional struggles and pressure within her department. Bhumi Pednekar leads this dark psychological crime thriller where catching the murderer becomes as much a personal battle as a police investigation.
7. Khauf
Madhu moves to Delhi hoping to escape a painful past and make a fresh start in a women’s hostel. However, she soon discovers that her room hides a terrifying secret that the other residents seem desperate to avoid. As frightening experiences become more frequent, Madhu begins questioning the strange behaviour of the women around her. Starring Monika Panwar, this supernatural mystery combines psychological fear, buried trauma and disturbing secrets inside an ordinary-looking hostel.
8. Kahaani
Vidya Bagchi, a pregnant woman, arrives in Kolkata from London determined to find her missing husband. Her search becomes increasingly confusing when the people she approaches claim that the man she is looking for does not exist. Refusing to give up, Vidya follows a trail of suspicious clues that leads her towards a much larger mystery. Starring Vidya Balan, this unforgettable suspense thriller turns an ordinary missing-person investigation into a story filled with secrets, deception and surprising revelations.
9. Dahaad
Sub-Inspector Anjali Bhaati begins investigating a disturbing pattern of deaths involving young women in a small Rajasthan town. Although the cases initially appear to be suicides, she suspects that someone may be deliberately targeting the victims. As Anjali and her colleagues connect the evidence, their investigation turns into a tense search for a dangerous serial killer. Starring Sonakshi Sinha, Vijay Varma and Gulshan Devaiah, this gripping crime series follows a determined officer racing to prevent another death.
10. Talaash
Police officer Surjan Singh Shekhawat investigates the mysterious death of a famous film actor whose car crashes under unusual circumstances. Already struggling with grief and problems in his marriage, Surjan becomes increasingly troubled as the case refuses to make sense. His investigation introduces him to Rosie, a mysterious woman who appears to know more than she initially reveals. Starring Aamir Khan, Kareena Kapoor and Rani Mukerji, this psychological murder mystery mixes crime, emotion and supernatural suspense.
11. Manorama Six Feet Under
Satyaveer Randhawa is a suspended engineer and unsuccessful crime novelist living in a small Rajasthan town. When a mysterious woman named Manorama hires him to investigate her husband’s suspected affair, he sees an opportunity to earn some much-needed money. However, the apparently simple assignment soon pulls him into a dangerous web of lies, suspicious deaths and political secrets. Starring Abhay Deol, this slow-burning mystery follows an amateur detective who discovers that almost nobody involved in the case can be trusted.
12. Andhera
A young woman’s mysterious disappearance draws Inspector Kalpana Kadam into an investigation that becomes more frightening with every discovery. Meanwhile, medical student Jay is troubled by disturbing visions that appear connected to a dangerous force hiding within Mumbai. As their paths come together, the clues reveal something far more terrifying than an ordinary criminal conspiracy. Starring Priya Bapat, Karanvir Malhotra and Prajakta Koli, this supernatural investigation thriller blends mystery, psychological tension and horror.
From chilling murder cases to mysteries involving hidden secrets and supernatural dangers, these 12 Hindi thrillers offer plenty of suspense for your next binge-watch.
