Do crime dramas keep you hooked till the very last second? These 10 intense shows on JioHotstar will have you so invested, you won’t even think about hitting pause. Packed with thrilling plots, dark secrets, smart investigations, and stellar performances, these series are perfect for your next binge-watch marathon.
1. Criminal Justice (IMDb: 8.1)
You know a show is gold when Pankaj Tripathi’s in it. As Madhav Mishra, he’s the scrappy, street-smart lawyer you want on your side. When Vikrant Massey’s character gets framed for a brutal murder, it kicks off a wild courtroom ride full of twists, lies, and major “wait, WHAT?!” moments. Bonus: Jackie Shroff brings his own brand of chaos to the mix.
2. Murder in Mahim (IMDb: 7.5)
Ashutosh Rana and Vijay Raaz team up for a gritty investigation that starts with a murder at Mahim Station and spirals into something way darker. Secrets, twists, and a very personal connection make this more than your average whodunit.
3. Special Ops (IMDb: 8.6)
If you’re into smart spies, global missions, and edge-of-your-seat suspense, Special Ops is your jam. Kay Kay Menon is the no-nonsense RAW officer hunting one criminal behind multiple attacks, and trust us, his team means business. It’s sleek, sharp, and seriously addictive.
4. Asur (IMDb: 8.5)
Ever imagined a psychological thriller wrapped in mythology and murder? That’s Asur for you. Arshad Warsi and Barun Sobti dive deep into a game of cat and mouse with a serial killer who believes he’s the incarnation of asuras from Hindu mythology. It’s dark, intense, and will have you questioning good vs. evil at every turn. Totally binge-worthy and then some.
5. The Night Manager (IMDb: 7.6)
Aditya Roy Kapur swaps his Bollywood charm for secret agent mode, going undercover in a world of yachts, money, and danger. With Anil Kapoor playing a smooth but deadly arms dealer and Sobhita Dhulipala turning heads, this one’s all sleek suits, sharp twists, and international intrigue.
6. Candy (IMDb: 8.1)
A murder in a sleepy mountain town? Check. Creepy legends? Check. A cop and a teacher teaming up to solve it all? Double check. Richa Chadha and Ronit Roy dive into Rudrakund’s dark secrets in a show that’s part crime thriller, part spine-chiller.
7. Kaalkoot (IMDb: 7.8)
Not your usual cop drama. Kaalkoot explores toxic masculinity, victim shaming, and social pressure — all wrapped up in a suspense-filled crime story. Vijay Varma’s performance? Absolutely top-tier.
8. Kerala Crime Files (IMDb: 7.2)
Think old-school detective work meets modern police drama. Based on a real case, this Malayalam mini-series takes a deep dive into a murder mystery that keeps the suspense tight and the storytelling razor-sharp.
9. Kanneda (IMDb: 8.3)
Crime, immigration, gangs — Kanneda dives into the dark side of the Canadian dream. Parmish Verma leads this gritty story of a man trying to survive the underground world of power, betrayal, and high-stakes choices.
10. Apharan (IMDb: 8.2)
A senior cop. A high-profile mission. And a whole lotta chaos. Arunoday Singh plays Rudra, who’s tasked with catching a dangerous criminal while his own life spins out of control. It’s funny, intense, and totally binge-worthy.
So which ones are you watching this weekend?