5 Must-Watch Controversial Web Series On OTT: Tandav To Paatal Lok On Netflix, Prime Video, Hotstar & More

Must-Watch Web Series That Sparked Debate

Web shows on online streaming services (OTT) have become super popular in recent years. People love them for their exciting stories and the large number of viewers who can watch them all at once. However, some shows have caused arguments and discussions after they were released. Here are five controversial web series you can find on OTT platforms that are definitely worth watching:

Tandav (Amazon Prime Video)

This Indian political thriller takes a look at the dark side of Indian politics, where people will do anything to get power. It’s the first web series directed by Ali Abbas Zafar, who is known for his work in Bollywood movies. The show has a big cast of famous actors, including Saif Ali Khan, Sunil Grover, and Tigmanshu Dhulia.

Paatal Lok (Amazon Prime Video)

This Hindi crime drama follows a discouraged police officer named Hathiram Chaudhary who is investigating a failed assassination attempt. The case takes him deep into the dark underbelly of society, where the rich and powerful get away with anything. The show was created by Sudip Sharma and stars Jaideep Ahlawat, known for his role in the movie “Gangs of Wasseypur.” It’s produced by Anushka Sharma’s production company Clean Slate Filmz.

Sacred Games (Netflix)

Sartaj Singh is a police officer who gets a mysterious tip about a dangerous criminal named Ganesh Gaitonde. This sets him on a thrilling chase through Mumbai as he tries to catch the gangster. Along the way, he uncovers the secrets of a corrupt criminal world. Even though he gets taken off the case, Singh keeps investigating on his own to save Mumbai from a terrible fate. The show uses flashbacks to show some of the crimes Gaitonde has committed in the past. It stars Saif Ali Khan and Nawazuddin Siddiqui, two of India’s biggest movie stars.

Leila (Netflix)

This Hindi science fiction drama takes place in a future where the government controls everything. The main character, Shalini, is desperately searching for her daughter who has disappeared. The show is based on a book by Prayaag Akbar and is directed by Deepa Mehta, a well-known Indian filmmaker. The cast includes Huma Qureshi, who has starred in many popular web series.

Mirzapur (Amazon Prime Video)

Akhandanand Tripathi used to be a carpet salesman, but he made a lot of money and became the mafia boss of a city called Mirzapur. His son Munna is not a very good person, but he wants to take over his father’s criminal empire. The show is getting ready for its third season, so fans can expect more violence and drama soon.