January has delivered some truly exciting shows across Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar, and ZEE5, covering everything from intense crime thrillers and espionage dramas to heartfelt romances and inspiring real-life stories. Whether you enjoy dark mysteries, emotional journeys, or big-scale spectacles, this month’s lineup has something for every kind of viewer. Here are the 10 best shows of January on OTT you shouldn’t miss.
10 Best OTT Shows Of January 2026
1. Taskaree: The Smuggler’s Web (Netflix)
Directed by Neeraj Pandey, this crime thriller dives into the secret world of airport smuggling. Emraan Hashmi plays a Mumbai Customs officer who leads a special task force to break a powerful international syndicate. Packed with tense operations and moral dilemmas, the series keeps the pressure high till the very end.
2. Space Gen: Chandrayaan (JioHotstar)
This inspiring series chronicles ISRO’s journey from the setback of Chandrayaan-2 to the historic success of Chandrayaan-3. It focuses on the scientists behind the mission and their emotional struggles. A powerful story of resilience, belief, and national pride.
3. Bridgerton – Season 4 (Netflix)
Benedict Bridgerton falls for a mysterious woman named Sophie after meeting her at a grand masquerade ball. Their romance grows through hidden identities, emotional conflict, and tough choices. A beautiful story of love, class, and finding one’s true self.
4. His & Hers (Netflix)
A journalist returns to her hometown to investigate a murder and clashes with a detective who doubts her version of events. As both tell different sides of the story, the truth becomes harder to find. A gripping mystery where someone is clearly lying.
5. Daldal (Prime Video)
Bhumi Pednekar plays DCP Rita Ferreira, hunting a brutal serial killer in Mumbai. As the case grows darker, she battles personal trauma and workplace patriarchy. A gripping psychological crime thriller with strong emotional depth.
6. Devkhel (ZEE5)
In a coastal village, mysterious deaths occur every year during Holi and are blamed on divine punishment. A determined inspector refuses to accept superstition and searches for human truth. A chilling Marathi psychological thriller.
7. Run Away (Netflix)
Based on Harlan Coben’s novel, a father searches for his missing daughter and uncovers shocking secrets. What begins as desperation turns into a dark and dangerous mystery. A tense eight-episode thriller perfect for binge-watching.
8. Spring Fever (Netflix)
A woman leaves Seoul after heartbreak and unexpectedly meets a man who slowly changes her life. Based on a popular web novel, this Korean series is gentle, emotional, and comforting. A slow-burn romance about healing and new beginnings.
9. The Night Manager – Season 2 (Prime Video)
Jonathan Pine returns as an MI6 officer facing dangerous arms dealers and violent rebel groups. His missions become riskier as he gets pulled into deadly international operations. A high-stakes espionage thriller packed with suspense and action.
10. Sarvam Maya (JioHotstar)
An atheist musician returns home during a financial crisis and accidentally frees a friendly ghost. Their strange bond helps him face old wounds and family pain. A warm horror-comedy with heart and humour.
So, which ones are you planning to watch this weekend!