Looking for Indian suspense shows that will keep you guessing until the end? From the dark murder mysteries of Kohrra and Raakh to the dangerous criminal world of Chaar Yaar and Farzi, these thrillers offer plenty of suspense. Here are 12 gripping crime, mystery and spy shows on Netflix, Prime Video and JioHotstar to add to your watchlist this week.
12 Best Recent Indian Suspense Shows on OTT
1. Chaar Yaar (Prime Video)
Four middle-class friends, Jay, Tony, Saahil and Sameer, dream of escaping their financial struggles and building successful lives in Mumbai. Hoping to make money quickly, they take a dangerous step into organised crime, where their decisions attract the attention of powerful gangsters and determined police officers. As their involvement grows, criminal rivalries, greed and personal ambitions begin threatening the friendship that once held them together. Starring Purav Jha, Naman Jain, Saqib Ayub and Prayrak Mehta, this gripping crime thriller explores how one reckless decision can change four lives forever.
2. Kohrra Season 2 (Netflix)
Season 2 introduces a fresh mystery when a woman is found murdered inside her brother’s barn in Dalerpura. ASI Amarpal Garundi joins forces with his new superior, Dhanwant Kaur, to investigate the killing, but conflicting accounts, hidden resentments and their own emotional struggles make uncovering the truth increasingly difficult. Barun Sobti and Mona Singh lead this atmospheric crime thriller where every new discovery raises questions about the people closest to the victim.
3. Paatal Lok Season 2 (Prime Video)
Season 2 begins with the murder of a prominent Naga leader in Delhi, while Hathi Ram separately investigates the disappearance of a migrant worker. As the cases reveal unexpected connections, Hathi Ram and IPS officer Ansari travel towards Nagaland, where political tensions, dangerous criminal networks and personal tragedies complicate their search for answers. Jaideep Ahlawat, Ishwak Singh and Tillotama Shome lead this powerful crime thriller about justice, betrayal and the dangerous consequences of uncovering hidden truths.
4. Criminal Justice: A Family Matter (JioHotstar)
In A Family Matter, a shocking murder turns a family’s life upside down when a man is discovered beside the body of a nurse and immediately becomes the prime suspect. As Madhav begins defending him, conflicting statements, hidden relationships and unexpected courtroom revelations make the case much more complicated than it first appears. Pankaj Tripathi returns alongside Surveen Chawla and Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub in this gripping legal thriller where every family member may be hiding an important secret.
5. Raakh (Prime Video)
Set in Delhi during 1978, Raakh begins when teenage siblings Suman and Sahil mysteriously disappear, leaving their family desperate for answers. Young police officer Jayprakash Jatav takes charge of the investigation, but his search soon uncovers disturbing evidence that points towards criminals capable of extreme violence. As the case develops into a relentless manhunt across different locations, the officer must overcome mounting pressure and follow increasingly frightening clues to identify those responsible. Ali Fazal, Sonali Bendre and Aamir Bashir lead this intense eight-episode crime thriller about a horrifying investigation and the determination to bring dangerous criminals to justice.
6. Shaque: Trust No One (Netflix)
A mother’s life is shattered when her newborn daughter mysteriously disappears from a hospital, leaving her searching for answers for nine painful years. Just when hope appears to be fading, photographs suggesting that the missing girl may still be alive encourage her to reopen the investigation. However, following the new clues forces her to question the people closest to her and wonder whether someone she trusted has deliberately hidden the truth. Parineeti Chopra, Jennifer Winget, Tahir Raj Bhasin and Soni Razdan lead this gripping psychological mystery about motherhood, deception and the frightening consequences of misplaced trust.
7. The Family Man Season 3 (Prime Video)
In Season 3, Srikant faces powerful new adversaries, Rukma and Meera, as a dangerous conspiracy forces him to go on the run while protecting his family and the country. Manoj Bajpayee, Sharib Hashmi, Jaideep Ahlawat and Nimrat Kaur lead this action-packed spy thriller filled with dangerous missions, unexpected betrayals and the constant struggle between duty and family.
8. Daldal (Prime Video)
DCP Rita Ferreira becomes one of the youngest senior officers in the Mumbai Crime Branch, but her professional success comes with enormous emotional pressure and difficult challenges within the police department. When she begins investigating a series of disturbing murders, the evidence points towards a dangerous killer whose crimes reveal increasingly unsettling patterns. As Rita follows the trail, painful memories from her past and problems in her personal life begin complicating the investigation, forcing her to confront both the criminal and her own fears. Bhumi Pednekar, Aditya Rawal and Samara Tijori lead this intense psychological crime thriller about trauma, courage and a determined officer’s search for justice.
9. Glory (Netflix)
A shocking murder shakes a small Haryana town known for its boxing talent, forcing two estranged brothers to return home and confront the family they left behind. Their search for the person responsible draws them into the competitive world surrounding their father’s boxing legacy, where professional rivalries and powerful ambitions hide dangerous secrets. As the investigation progresses, old family disagreements and troubling relationships begin revealing unexpected connections to the crime. Divyenndu, Pulkit Samrat, Suvinder Vicky and Sayani Gupta lead this gripping sports-crime thriller that blends murder mystery, family drama and the dangerous pursuit of revenge.
10. Farzi (Prime Video)
Sunny is a talented but financially struggling artist whose frustration with money and inequality leads him towards an extraordinary criminal opportunity. Hoping to save his grandfather’s beloved printing press, he begins creating counterfeit currency so convincing that it attracts the attention of powerful gangster Mansoor Dalal. His growing success also puts him on the radar of determined police officer Michael, turning his illegal business into a dangerous game of deception, ambition and unexpected betrayals. Shahid Kapoor, Vijay Sethupathi, Kay Kay Menon and Raashii Khanna lead this entertaining crime thriller from Raj and DK, filled with clever twists, sharp humour and high-stakes confrontations.
11. Isakapatnam (Prime Video)
Set in a fictional port town, Isakapatnam follows the ruthless rise of Naidu, a powerful man who builds his criminal empire through illegal trade, political influence and control over the region’s dangerous businesses. His authority begins facing challenges when a woman seeking justice, a conflicted associate and a man driven by revenge start questioning his dominance. As their individual struggles become connected, shifting loyalties, old betrayals and growing political tensions threaten to destroy the empire Naidu has spent years building. Samuthirakani, Aishwarya Rajesh and Naresh Agastya lead this intense Telugu crime drama about ambition, corruption and the consequences of absolute power.
12. Taskaree: The Smuggler’s Web (Netflix)
Superintendent Arjun Meena leads a special Mumbai Customs team determined to dismantle a powerful international smuggling syndicate operating through major airports. Their investigation uncovers carefully organised criminal routes, illegal transactions and influential people working together to protect the network. As dangerous kingpin Bada Choudhary continues controlling the operation, Arjun and his officers must rely on intelligence, teamwork and carefully planned missions while facing unexpected threats and possible betrayals. Emraan Hashmi, Sharad Kelkar, Amruta Khanvilkar and Zoya Afroz star in this gripping crime thriller created by Neeraj Pandey, where every operation becomes a dangerous battle against organised crime.
From the chilling investigations of Kohrra, Raakh and Daldal to the dangerous conspiracies of Farzi, Chaar Yaar and The Family Man, these 12 Indian suspense shows promise plenty of thrilling stories for your next binge-watching session.
