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Discover the hidden gems that can be a rewarding experience for you, who want to seek fresh and innovative content beyond the mainstream offerings.

From Rajkummar Rao starrer Bose: Dead/ Alive to the latest psychopath thriller Asur, here are some of the best Indian web series that truly deserves your attention.

8 Underrated Web Series You Must Watch

Below is the list of the best Indian web series that you can’t miss.

1. Bose: Dead/Alive

Platform: ALT Balaji

Cast: Rajkummar Rao, Naveen Kasturia, Patralekha

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Hansal Mehta’s directorial stars Rajkummar Rao in the titular role of Subhas Chandra Bose in the web series.

The story primarily focuses on the post-World War II era when Bose was believed to have died in a plane crash in 1945. However, the web series presents an alternative narrative, suggesting that Bose might have faked his death to continue his fight against British imperialism and colonial rule.

2. Aarya

Platform: Disney+Hotstar

Cast: Sushmita Sen, Chandrachur Singh, Sikander Kher

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The web series follows Aarya’s transformation from a dutiful wife and mother to a strong and resilient woman who is determined to take control of her life and protect her loved ones at any cost.

Sushmita Sen starrer garnered praise for breaking stereotypes and presenting a strong and complex female protagonist in the lead role.

3. The Final Call

Platform: Zee5

Cast: Arjun Rampal, Vineet Sharma, Anupriya Goenka

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The thriller web series follows the journey of a pilot, who receives a mysterious phone call from an anonymous stranger who claims to know about his past and threatens to reveal it to the world.

With the lives of all the passengers and crew on the line, the tension on the flight escalates, and the pilot needs to make critical decisions to ensure their safety. As the flight’s events unfold, secrets, betrayals, and unexpected connections between the passengers and crew come to light, adding to the suspense and mystery of the story.

4. Breathe

Platform: Amazon Prime Video

Cast: R. Madhavan, Amit Sadh, Neena Kulkarni

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The plot explores themes of morality, justice, and the lengths people are willing to go to protect their loved ones.

Desperate to save his son’s life, R. Madhavan’s character, Danny decides to take matters into his own hands and becomes involved in a series of calculated and methodical murders, targeting organ donors who may be suitable matches for his son.

The web series keeps viewers on the edge of their seats with its gripping storyline, psychological suspense, and thrilling climax.

5. Rangbaaz

Platform: Amazon Prime Video

Cast: Saqib Saleem, Ravi Kishan, Akanksha Singh

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Rangbaaz offers a gritty and intense portrayal of the crime and political landscape of Uttar Pradesh in the 1990s. The crime drama explores the human side of a criminal and the factors that drive people to make choices that lead them down a path of violence and crime.

The series depicts Shiv’s journey from an ordinary college student to a feared gangster, showcasing the circumstances and events that led him to choose a life of crime.

6. Smoke

Platform: Amazon Prime Video

Cast: Jim Sarbh, Kalki Koechlin, Amit Sial

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Jim Sarbh and Kalki Koechlin starrer exposes the dark and gritty side of Mumbai.

The plot revolves around various interconnected stories of people from different walks of life, all linked by the central theme of crime, corruption, and the darker underbelly of the city.

The crime drama explores themes of greed, ambition, loyalty, and the compromises people make to survive in the city’s unforgiving environment.

7. Undekhi

Platform: SonyLIV

Cast: Harsh Chhaya, Surya Sharma, Anchal Singh

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The web series revolves around the murder of a young tribal girl in a remote forested area in Sundarbans, West Bengal.

The story unfolds when a video of the murder surfaces on social media. Moreover, the incident is linked to a wealthy and influential political family, who is involved in the illegal hunting of animals.

Undekhi received positive reviews for its gripping storyline, strong performances, and its portrayal of the dark and murky side of politics and crime

8. Asur

Platform: Jio Cinema

Cast: Arshad Warsi, Barun Sobti, Ridhi Dogra

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Arshad Warsi and Barun Sobti starrer thriller show Asur takes a deep dive into the world of forensic science and criminal psychology as it follows the duo’s journey to investigate a series of brutal murders that are seemingly connected to ancient mythological stories.

The narrative alternates between the present-day investigation and flashbacks to the protagonists’ past, revealing their complex histories and motivations.

These underrated web series offer unique storytelling, compelling characters, and engaging plots that have the potential to captivate viewers and provide a refreshing alternative to more widely known shows.

Happy binge-watching!

 

By Ocean Rana

Research Scholar/ Content Writer; Assistant Professor at SAGE University, Indore

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