Sometimes the best stories come from shows you least expect. These crime thrillers-from intense investigations and heists to twisted family dramas-caught us off guard with their gripping plots, brilliant performances, and raw emotions. If you’re in the mood for stories that start slow but end up unforgettable, this list is for you.
1. Kull: The Legacy of the Raisingghs (JioHotstar)
After their royal father’s death, three siblings begin a dangerous power struggle filled with secrets, betrayal, and ambition. What starts as a family dispute turns into a ruthless game of control where even loyalty has a price. A gripping mix of politics, greed, and drama that proves how pride can destroy any home.
2. Mandala Murders (Netflix)
In the mysterious town of Charandaspur, two investigators chase a killer who leaves strange symbols at every crime scene. As secrets surface and loyalties crumble, nothing is what it seems. A slow-burn thriller that keeps you guessing till the very last reveal.
3. Jaane Jaan (Netflix)
Set in Kalimpong, a single mother becomes the prime suspect in her husband’s disappearance. As a clever cop closes in and her quiet neighbour hides secrets, the story unfolds with tension, mystery, and emotion. A beautifully crafted thriller where love and guilt walk hand in hand.
4. Guns & Gulaabs (Netflix)
In the quirky 90s town of Gulaabganj, crime, dark humour, and chaos collide. A gang war spirals out of control as love, betrayal, and nostalgia fill the air. With its unique tone and unforgettable characters, this Raj & DK gem blends madness and emotion perfectly.
5. Lucky Baskhar (Netflix)
Lucky Baskhar’s life takes a sharp turn as he chases fortune and success. Between ambition and bad luck, his choices lead him into a maze of greed and redemption. A stylish, emotional journey about dreams, destiny, and second chances.
6. Sikandar Ka Muqaddar (Netflix)
A daring diamond heist in Mumbai sets off a tense cat-and-mouse chase between cops and criminals. Inspector Jaswinder Singh must untangle lies, motives, and betrayals to find the truth. Packed with action and suspense, it’s a gripping story where no one is truly innocent.
7. Monica, O My Darling (Netflix)
When a robotics expert gets caught in a deadly mix of blackmail and murder, everything goes hilariously wrong. With dark humour, retro charm, and wild twists, this stylish crime comedy keeps you guessing at every turn.
8. Yeh Kaali Kaali Ankhein (Netflix)
A simple man’s life turns upside down when he’s hunted by a powerful politician’s obsessed daughter. As he struggles to escape her control, love, danger, and madness collide. A psychological thriller full of tension, emotion, and unexpected turns.
9. The Railway Men (Netflix)
Based on the true events of the 1984 Bhopal gas tragedy, this emotional thriller honours railway workers who risked their lives to save thousands. It’s a moving tale of courage, sacrifice, and humanity in the face of disaster.
10. Asur (JioHotstar)
A brilliant forensic expert returns to the CBI to stop a serial killer who believes he’s a mythological demon reborn. Asur blends science with spirituality in a thrilling story of faith, crime, and human darkness.
11. Farzi (Amazon Prime)
When a talented artist turns to counterfeiting, he enters a dangerous world of money, power, and chase. With smart writing, stylish visuals, and strong performances, Farzi is a clever crime thriller about ambition and consequences.
12. Breathe (Amazon Prime)
A desperate father goes to shocking lengths to save his dying son, setting off a tense battle between morality and love. Each episode adds a new layer of suspense, testing how far one man will go for family.
So, which ones are you planning to watch this weekend!