2025 delivered some of the most gripping Hindi thrillers that kept viewers glued to their screens till the very last minute. From hard-hitting crime investigations to political conspiracies and espionage missions, these shows raised the bar for suspense. If edge-of-the-seat storytelling is your thing, this list is unmissable.
1. Delhi Crime – Season 3 (Netflix)
DCP Vartika Chaturvedi takes on a disturbing human-trafficking case that leads her deep into a dangerous network spread across states. Political pressure and corruption make every step harder as the investigation grows darker. Season 3 delivers raw realism and emotional intensity rooted in harsh truths.
2. Kull: The Legacy of the Raisingghs (JioHotstar)
After the sudden death of their powerful father, three royal siblings turn against each other in a ruthless fight for control. Buried secrets, betrayal, and ambition slowly tear the family apart. This slow-burn thriller turns royal legacy into a deadly power struggle.
3. Saare Jahan Se Accha (Netflix)
Set in the 1970s, the series follows an Indian intelligence officer racing to stop a secret nuclear conspiracy. With enemies closing in from all sides, every mission becomes riskier than the last. The thriller blends patriotism, espionage, and high-stakes tension.
4. Mandala Murders (Netflix)
Two investigators hunt a killer who leaves behind ritualistic symbols in the quiet town of Charandaspur. As ancient myths and dark secrets surface, the case turns deeply unsettling. This slow-burn thriller builds fear through symbolism and psychological twists.
5. Criminal Justice: A Family Matter (JioHotstar)
A shocking murder during a child’s birthday party pulls an ordinary family into a painful legal battle. Lawyer Madhav Mishra steps in as disturbing truths slowly come out. This season mixes emotional drama with gripping courtroom suspense.
6. The Secret of the Shiledars (JioHotstar)
An ancient map linked to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj’s lost treasure sparks a dangerous race filled with codes, rivals, and betrayal. As deaths follow every discovery, the mystery deepens. The series blends history, folklore, and modern crime into a tense adventure.
7. Search: The Naina Murder Case (JioHotstar)
ACP Sanyukta Das is pulled into a disturbing murder case just as she prepares for retirement. As the investigation progresses, grief and hidden truths begin to collide. This slow-burn thriller focuses on emotional depth and methodical suspense.
8. Paatal Lok – Season 2 (Amazon Prime)
Hathi Ram Chaudhary returns to a darker world where crime, politics, and corruption are tightly linked. Each truth uncovered forces him to make tough moral choices. Season 2 raises the stakes with gritty realism and hard-hitting social commentary.
9. The Family Man – Season 3 (Amazon Prime)
Srikant Tiwari struggles harder than ever to balance family responsibilities with dangerous undercover missions. As new national threats emerge, both personal and professional risks increase. This season blends action, humour, and emotional conflict at a higher scale.
10. Special Ops – Season 2 (JioHotstar)
RAW officer Himmat Singh faces a modern threat involving cyber warfare and global conspiracies. With time running out, his team races across borders to prevent a national crisis. The season delivers smart espionage, tension, and high-stakes action.
So, which ones have you watched already!