Looking for crime, chaos, and edge-of-your-seat thrillers? Netflix is basically a crime buffet right now, serving everything from gritty investigations to stylish whodunnits. Here are the must-watch Hindi crime thrillers that promise mystery, madness, and maximum masala.
1. Delhi Crime
Delhi Crime is one of India’s most gripping crime dramas, known for its raw storytelling, powerful performances, and grounded portrayal of real investigative work. Set against the gritty backdrop of Delhi, the series follows high-stakes police investigations that peel back layers of crime, corruption, and human emotion. Whether it’s the chase for justice, the moral dilemmas, or the quiet moments between characters, Delhi Crime pulls you right into the heart of every case.
2. Dabba Cartel
1960s Mumbai never looked this bold. Five everyday housewives secretly run a drug cartel under the adorable disguise of a tiffin service. Imagine handling daal, roti, and danger at the same time. As secrets spill and betrayal simmers, this female-led thriller blends emotion, suspense, and twists that hit harder than a pressure cooker whistle.
3. Saare Jahan Se Accha
Travel back to the 1970s with this fast, fiery spy thriller where an intelligence officer races against time to stop a nuclear catastrophe. Covert missions, close calls, and patriotic adrenaline – this one delivers slick tension and retro swag in every scene.
4. Mandala Murders
Welcome to Charandaspur, where the night is dark and the clues are darker. Two investigators chase a ritualistic killer leaving eerie symbols at crime scenes. What starts as a murder investigation soon becomes a haunting spiral into mythology, conspiracies, and bone-deep dread. A slow burn that rewards your patience with a finale you won’t forget.
5. Sikandar Ka Muqaddar
A tough cop chases a mastermind thief behind a glittering diamond heist, and one thing becomes clear: everyone has a secret. Packed with betrayal, deadly traps, and high-voltage tension, this one shines bright thanks to power-packed performances from Jimmy Shergill, Avinash Tiwary, and Tamannaah Bhatia. Crime, ambition, justice – it’s all wrapped into one addictive ride.
6. Jaane Jaan
A single mother finds herself tangled in a murder mystery that turns her life upside down. With a kind neighbor watching her closely and a sharp cop circling tighter, this thriller becomes a beautiful yet dangerous dance of secrets, survival, and emotion. Stylish, smart, and deeply human.
7. Monica, O My Darling
Blackmail, betrayal, and glamorous chaos! Rajkummar Rao, Huma Qureshi, and Radhika Apte deliver an absolute treat in this darkly funny neo-noir. It’s wicked, witty, and wildly unpredictable – a perfect pick for fans of crime served with a smirk.
8. Khufiya
A RAW agent hunts down a mole while fighting her own emotional battles. Vishal Bhardwaj’s direction, Tabu’s stellar performance, and a web of betrayal make Khufiya a classy, slow-burn spy thriller.
9. Kohrra
An NRI groom is murdered days before his wedding, and two cops dive into a case that exposes broken families, buried traumas, and complicated relationships. Atmospheric, emotional, and powerfully acted, Kohrra proves that even quiet towns hide loud secrets.
10. Yeh Kaali Kaali Ankhein
A simple man’s life spirals into chaos when a politician’s daughter becomes obsessively clingy – and dangerously powerful. What follows is a thrilling mix of love, fear, and manipulation as he struggles to escape her grip. Twisty, dramatic, and totally binge-worthy.
Which ones are you going to binge-watch first? Tell us.