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7 Best Crime Drama On OTT In the world of cinema, the crime genre has always attracted the attention of the audience and in today’s time, this interest has become deeper through web series and documentaries. Stories based on real events not only entertain but also challenge awareness and thinking in the society. Today we will tell you about 7 crime drama series.
New Delhi. If you are fond of crime-dramas, then these web series and docu-series are perfect for you. Be it the Nirbhaya case of 2012 or the mysterious deaths of the Burari family, these stories perfectly capture the depth and drama of real events. In this list, there are names of series like ‘Manavt Murders’ to ‘Delhi Crime’. Know on which different OTTs you can enjoy them.
Delhi Crime: This is one of the most liked series of India. ‘Delhi Crime’ is inspired by real events, which shocked the entire country. Season 1 of the series depicts the Delhi Police’s investigation into the 2012 Nirbhaya case, depicting the search for justice, public outrage and police struggles. The murders of the Kachha Baniyaan gang have been exposed in Season 2. Its third season will be released on 13 November. Both seasons are available on Netflix.
House of Secrets – The Burari Deaths: This thrilling docu-series explores the 2018 Burari incident, in which 11 members of a Delhi family were found dead under strange circumstances. The series includes interviews with journalists, investigators and family members who uncover the mystery behind this tragedy. You can watch it on Netflix.
Dancing on the Grave: This crime docu-series unfolds the story of the murder of 1990s Bengaluru heiress Shakira Khalili, which starts off as a tale of glamor and socialite, but slowly turns into one of betrayal, obsession and a shocking crime. This incident shook the whole of India. This series is available on Amazon Prime Video.
Crime Stories – India Detectives: Set in Bengaluru, this crime docu-series investigates the true murders behind the scenes of the city’s police force. This series not only shows the crime investigation but also shows the human emotions of the investigators and the victims, making it a very interesting and attractive experience for crime lovers. You can watch this series on Netflix.
Manawat Murders: This Marathi crime thriller is written by Ramakant S. Kulkarni’s memoir is based on ‘Footprints on the Sand of Crime’. Set in rural Maharashtra in the 1970s, the series unfolds a tale of brutal murders shrouded in layers of superstition and witchcraft. CID officer Ramakant Kulkarni (Ashutosh Gowarikar) is sent to investigate. You can watch this series on Sony Liv.
The Indrani Mukherjee: This docu-series is based on the sensational 2015 Sheena Bora murder case, which shook the whole of India. Focusing on former media executive Indrani Mukherjee, the series uncovers shocking allegations of murder, cover-ups and family secrets. The series becomes even more exciting through exclusive interviews, news footage and courtroom insights. You can enjoy this series on Netflix.
Indian Predator: This crime anthology series is based on the scariest crimes of India. Each episode tells the story of a different dreaded criminal. ‘The Butcher of Delhi’ depicts the story of Chandrakant Jha, who challenged the police officers through decapitated bodies. The mystery of Raja Kolandar’s 15 murders is revealed in ‘The Diary of a Serial Killer’. ‘Murder in a Courtroom’ tells the story of Akku Yadav’s brutal murder by women in Nagpur court. The story of serial killer Umesh Reddy is shown in Beast of Bengaluru. This series is available on Netflix.