Web series and Indian web series is gaining soaring popularity.
Gone are the days when viewers used to wait for their favorite serials and soaps to be aired on television. Apart from the homemakers, most working people make time free to catch up on their favorite shows. But the scenario has changed over the years. OTT platforms or over-the-top services have taken the world by storm. And no one has been spared. India itself has its share of shows and platforms, as well.
There are an endless variety of shows on such platforms. There is drama, fiction, non-fiction, romance, detective series, murder mysteries, etc. You name it, and it is there. You can choose shows about your interests and watch them at your convenience. The most-watched shows are web series.
Let us find the top 10 Indian web series you must not miss.
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Top 10 Indian Web Series for You:
Rocket Boys – (IMDB 8.9)
Rocket Boys is one of the latest web series on Sony liv. It proves that science can also be fascinating. The series revolves around the lives of Homi Bhabha and Vikram Sarabhai. You can watch some talented stars in this series. They are Jim Sarabh, Ishwak Singh, and Regina Cassandra. The storyline is based on decades that turned India’s global science map position. You will watch the protagonist’s lives and friendships taking shape in this extraordinary series.
Panchayat Season 2 – (IMDB 8.9)
Panchayat Season 2 is the next one in this series. It is being aired on Amazon Prime. It follows the same storyline as the previous one. You will find the series filled with societal evils, patriarchy, and the dowry system. It shows the rural aspects of life. It stars Neena Gupta, Jitendra Kumar, and Raghubir Yadav. You will find the show very humorous, although no one tries slapstick comedy on the show. Abhishek and Rinky’s love story is the main element here in this season.
Rudra:The Edge of Darkness – (IMDB 6.7)
Rudra – The Edge of Darkness is the next series on the OTT platform, Disney Plus Hot star. Some main protagonists are played by Ajay Devgan, Ashwini Kalsekar, Esha Deol, and South star Rashi Khanna. It is a story about a police officer who is seen pursuing a criminal and ends up in a state of coma at the hospital. An Indian psychological crime thriller that Ajay Devgan debuts is among the top Indian web series currently.
The Fame Game – (IMDB 7)
The Fame Game on Netflix marks the OTT debut of India’s most famous yesteryear actress Madhuri Dixit. It is a family thriller drama. The series revolves around Anamika, played by Madhuri. The drama starts when she suddenly goes missing one day. Her disappearance puts all the attention on her personal life, which leads to the unfolding of many dark secrets. The other stars on the show are Sanjay Kapoor, Manav Kaul, and Suhasini Mulay.
Guilty Minds – (IMDB 7.4)
Another Indian web series worth mentioning over here is Guilty Minds. You will find it on Amazon Prime. It is one of the latest legal dramas, which stars Shriya Pilgaonkar, Varun Mitra, Sugandha Garg, and Kulbhushan Kharbanda. The story revolves around three friends who studied law. The episodes deal with rape, AI, water shortage, and other societal issues. Satish Kaushik also plays a pivotal role. Watch the drama unfold on your mobile screens.
Ashram 3 – (IMDB 7.5)
Ashram Season 3 is out. It is available on MX player. The series needs no introduction. You must have already met Nirala Baba, played by Bobby Deol. He has his own set of blind followers who can do anything for him. This conman turned godman has women trying to seduce him, to bring out his natural face. Other stars this season are Chandan Roy Sanyal, Tridha Choudhury, and Aaditi Pohankar. It follows a nearly predictable plot, which many Bobby Deol fans love.
Apaharan Season 2 – (IMDB 8.4)
Apaharan Season 2 is a web series starring Arunoday Singh, Mahie Gill, and Monica Chaudhary, amongst many others, in titular roles. It streams on Voot. The plot revolves around Rudra trying to come to terms with his personal and professional life. He has a mission on the one hand, and has to deal with his wife’s addiction on the other.
Mai – (IMDB 7.2)
Mai is again one terrific show by Sakshi Tanwar. Watch her in an entirely new avatar, in which she avenges her daughter’s death. The other co-stars are Vivek Mushran and Raima Sen. The story is told from the mother’s point of view. Crime thrillers are not new, but you will be enthralled by the actor’s performances in this show. It aired on Netflix and can be the perfect weekend binge-watch.
Modern Love Mumbai – (IMDB 8.2)
Modern Love Mumbai is also amongst the long list of Indian web series released some time back. It comprises six short stories about crime, drama, and romance. You can explore love in all its shades and emotions. The cast includes Fatima Sana Shaikh, Bhupendra Jadawat, Dilip Prabhavalkar, and Tanuja, amongst many others. It aired on Amazon Prime. Some mushy chocolate and popcorn will surely be an exciting companion to watch.
Home Shanti – (IMDB 8.2)
Home Shanti, released in May 2022, seems to be the latest entrant in the series. It aired on Disney+Hotstar and is an Indian comedy-drama that stars Supriya Pathak, Manoj Pahwa, and Chakori Dwivedi, amongst others. Revolving around the lives of a middle-class family, and about their dwelling in Dehradun. You will be privy to the ups and downs of their lives.
These are a few top web series you can not miss this weekend. So, go for the genre that you love and enjoy the weekend.
