Most-Loved Murder Mysteries On OTT To Watch Before Silence 2 On Netflix, Prime Video, Hotstar, JioCinema

Dive into the World of OTT Murder Mysteries: Must-Watch Shows!

In recent years, there’s been a huge boom in murder mystery shows on streaming platforms (OTT). These shows often mix different genres, but they all share a central theme of suspenseful mystery that keeps you guessing until the very end.

With the recent announcement of “Silence 2: The Night Owl Bar Shootout,” a new murder mystery film starring Manoj Bajpayee, here’s a chance to explore some other fantastic shows in this genre before you dive into it.

We’ve got a carefully chosen list of top-notch web series on various platforms like Netflix, Prime Video, Hotstar, Zee5, and JioCinema, to keep you on the edge of your seat.

1. Asur (JioCinema)

This series follows a team of forensic experts, led by actors Arshad Warsi and Barun Sobti, who are on a mission to catch a serial killer with a twisted belief: he thinks he’s the reincarnation of a demon! The show also features actors Anupriya Goenka, Riddhi Dogra, and Amey Wagh.

2. Special OPS (Disney+ Hotstar)

Created by Neeraj Pandey, this series tells the story of Himmat Singh, a RAW agent (RAW is India’s intelligence agency) determined to stop a dangerous plot that could threaten the country’s safety. Follow Singh and his team as they embark on a high-stakes mission across different countries for years, unraveling a complex web of lies and hidden plans. The show stars Kay Kay Menon as Himmat Singh, along with a great cast including Karan Tacker, Vinay Pathak, Divya Dutta, and many more.

3. Paatal Lok (Amazon Prime Video)

This gritty series, directed by Avinash Arun and Prosit Roy, is produced by Anushka Sharma’s production company. Set in Delhi, India, the story follows Hathiram Chaudhary, a hardworking but disillusioned police officer played by Jaideep Ahlawat. He’s assigned to investigate a high-profile assassination attempt. As Chaudhary digs deeper, he uncovers layers of corruption, political games, and the huge gap between rich and poor in society. The investigation takes him into the dark underbelly of the city, with three connected worlds: Swarg Lok (Heaven), Dharti Lok (Earth), and Paatal Lok (Hell). You’ll also see great performances by Neeraj Kabi, Gul Panag, Abhishek Banerjee, and Swastika Mukherjee.

4. Aarya (Disney+ Hotstar)

This Hindi series, directed by Ram Madhvani and starring Sushmita Sen, is based on a Dutch show. The second season continues the story of Aarya Sareen, a woman forced into the world of crime to protect her family after her husband’s murder. See Aarya navigate the dangers of her new life while trying to keep her family safe. The show explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and finding a way to make things right as Aarya faces powerful enemies and makes tough choices to protect her loved ones. You’ll also see Chandrachur Singh, Sikandar Kher, and Ankur Bhatia in the cast.

5. Criminal Justice (Disney+ Hotstar)

This Indian adaptation of a British series follows the ordeal of Aditya Sharma, a young cab driver played by Vikrant Massey. His life turns into a nightmare when he wakes up to find himself accused of a horrible crime he has no memory of committing. As Aditya tries to understand the complex Indian legal system, he must fight to prove his innocence while dealing with the harsh realities of prison life. The series also features strong performances by actors like Pankaj Tripathi, Jackie Shroff, Anupriya Goenka, and Mita Vashisht.

6. Mirzapur (Amazon Prime Video)

This crime thriller, created by Puneet Krishna, takes place in the fictional town of Mirzapur, India. The story explores the power struggles, illegal activities, and political games between mafia bosses and gangs in the region. The main plot revolves around two brothers, Guddu and Bablu Pandit, played by Ali Fazal and Vikrant Massey, who are forced into a world of crime and violence due to unexpected events. The series has a great cast including Pankaj Tripathi, Divyendu Sharma, Rasika Dugal, and Shweta Tripathi.

7. Kohrra (Netflix)

This series, created by Sudip Sharma, is produced by Clean Slate Films and directed by Randeep Jha. It features a talented cast including Survinder Vicky, Barun Sobti, Harleen Sethi, and more.