Netflix has given us some memorable Hindi shows in recent years, and the best part is how different they are from one another. From gripping crime dramas and espionage thrillers to heartfelt romances, prison stories and war dramas, these shows stood out for their performances, storytelling and binge-worthy plots.
If you’re wondering what to watch next, here are 10 recent Hindi shows on Netflix that won us over and deserve a spot on your watchlist.
10 Recent Hindi Shows on Netflix That Won Us Over
1. Guns & Gulaabs
Set in the fictional town of Gulaabgunj in the 1990s, Guns & Gulaabs brings together gangsters, an opium deal, a lovesick mechanic and a big-city cop whose lives become tangled in increasingly chaotic ways. Rajkummar Rao, Dulquer Salmaan, Adarsh Gourav and Gulshan Devaiah lead this wonderfully eccentric crime comedy from Raj & DK. Its quirky characters, retro setting, dark humour and unexpected violence make it unlike your usual gangster drama.
2. Yeh Kaali Kaali Ankhein
Vikrant wants a simple life with the woman he loves, but everything changes when Purva, the powerful daughter of a politician, becomes obsessed with him. Trapped in a relationship he desperately wants to escape, Vikrant begins making increasingly dangerous choices to regain control of his life. Across two seasons, Yeh Kaali Kaali Ankhein mixes obsessive romance, crime, manipulation and suspense into one seriously addictive thriller.
3. Mismatched
Dimple is ambitious, independent and focused on building a career in technology, while Rishi arrives with a very different dream — finding the girl he hopes to marry. What starts with an awkward family-arranged introduction gradually develops into a complicated relationship shaped by friendship, ambition, heartbreak and growing up. Across three seasons, Mismatched expands beyond Dimple and Rishi to explore the changing relationships and struggles of its larger group of young characters.
4. Mandala Murders
A series of bizarre ritualistic killings shakes the mysterious town of Charandaspur, drawing detectives Rea Thomas and Vikram Singh into an increasingly disturbing investigation. Strange symbols, a secret society and connections to events from decades earlier turn the murder case into something far bigger than either investigator expected. Headlined by Vaani Kapoor and Vaibhav Raj Gupta, Mandala Murders blends crime, mythology, conspiracy and mystery into a dark slow-burn thriller.
5. Delhi Crime
Delhi Crime follows Delhi Police officers as they investigate disturbing high-profile crimes while dealing with enormous pressure, limited resources and the emotional toll of their work. Led by Shefali Shah’s formidable DCP Vartika Chaturvedi, the series keeps its investigations grounded and intensely human rather than turning them into conventional action thrillers. Across three seasons, new cases push its officers into some of the darkest corners of crime and society.
6. Musafir Cafe
Chander and Sudha feel an immediate connection, but life has very different plans for them. Years later, Chander has built another life in the hills with Preeti, even as memories of the relationship that changed him continue to linger. Starring Vikrant Massey, Vedika Pinto and Mahima Makwana, Musafir Cafe is a bittersweet romantic drama about love, timing, companionship and the people who unexpectedly change the direction of our lives.
7. Kohrra
Kohrra combines murder investigations with deeply personal stories about grief, fractured relationships and secrets. While the police search for answers in disturbing murder cases in Punjab, the investigators themselves struggle with complicated relationships and unresolved problems in their own lives. Now spanning two seasons, the series remains a compelling choice for viewers who prefer atmospheric, character-driven crime dramas over fast-paced thrillers.
8. Operation Safed Sagar
Inspired by true events from the Kargil War, Operation Safed Sagar follows a squadron of Indian Air Force pilots tasked with an extraordinarily dangerous high-altitude mission. As the conflict intensifies in 1999, the young pilots are pushed beyond their limits while attempting an operation in some of the world’s most unforgiving terrain. Starring Siddharth, Jimmy Shergill and Abhay Verma, the series combines military action with the courage and personal sacrifices of the people behind the historic operation.
9. Saare Jahan Se Accha
Set during the politically volatile 1970s, Saare Jahan Se Accha follows R&AW intelligence officer Vishnu Shankar as he takes on a dangerous mission connected to Pakistan’s nuclear programme. His mission puts him against a formidable rival in a battle where intelligence, deception and strategy matter more than brute force. Pratik Gandhi leads this tense espionage thriller about a silent war fought in the shadows.
10. Black Warrant
Set inside Tihar Jail in the 1980s, Black Warrant follows rookie jailer Sunil Gupta as he enters a world governed by violence, corruption, hierarchy and complicated power equations. As he encounters notorious inmates and the harsh realities of India’s prison system, his idealistic understanding of justice is repeatedly tested. Created by Vikramaditya Motwane and Satyanshu Singh and inspired by the book Black Warrant: Confessions of a Tihar Jailer, the series turns prison life into a gripping and unsettling drama.
Whatever your mood, these recent Hindi shows prove that Netflix has plenty to offer beyond just one genre. So, which one is your favourite?