Top 10 Must-Watch Hindi Web Series of All Time

The world of Hindi web series has taken the entertainment industry by storm with diverse stories that go beyond the conventional Bollywood formula. It has offered incredible stories for viewers-from gritty crime dramas to families and dark comedies. But where does one start? Fear not; here is our list of the top 10 must-watch Hindi web series of all time.

These shows will keep you hooked from the beginning until the end. While checking out these shows, remember that the Watcho app is your one-stop destination for the best web series, movies, and more.

1. Sacred Games

Sacred Games, was India’s first Netflix original, and it certainly did not disappoint. This series narrates a close storyline of a cop (Saif Ali Khan) and a gangster (Nawazuddin Siddiqui) connected by the web of crimes, politics, and corruption in Mumbai.

Fun Fact: This series is based on a Vikram Chandra novel and took nearly three years to develop on screen.

Why Must You Watch It: The spellbinding script, brilliant performances, and dark yet intriguing depiction of Mumbai’s underworld make it a masterpiece.

2. Mirzapur

Set amidst the heartland of India, the narrative of Mirzapur is actually a construct of crime, politics, and powerplay within the city of Mirzapur. And with the characters Guddu Pandit and Kaleen Bhaiya turning out to be a household name, this one is pure high-voltage action, drama, suspense-thriller.

Interesting Fact: Ali Fazal (Guddu Pandit) and Pankaj Tripathi (Kaleen Bhaiya) became overnight sensations with the sort of roles they played.

For Whom? If you are into stories about power, revenge, and raw action, put Mirzapur on your ‘Must watch’ list.

3. The Family Man

This action-thriller is the best webseries in Hindi. It tells the story of Srikant Tiwari, an undercover intelligence officer living in the middle class. This show offers the right dosage of humor, family drama, and suspense.

Did You Know? Manoj Bajpayee won many awards for his acting as Srikant, and he also won a Filmfare OTT Award for Best Actor.

Why Watch? For the sole reason that it has an action-comedy mix coupled with social commentary. Such unique binge-worthy series, must be watched.

4. Paatal Lok

It is almost a crime thriller that has ventured into the darker side of the human being, showing an individual’s gritty passage through the criminal underworld. It encompasses the concept of the three worlds in Hindu mythology: Swarg, Dharti, and Paatal. It offers a raw look at crime, politics, and society.

Fun Fact: The show is produced by Anushka Sharma’s production house, Clean Slate Films, which instantly gained cult status.

Watch If You Like: Dark, thought-provoking content that holds up a mirror to society.

5. Kota Factory

A breath of fresh air from run-of-the-mill crime dramas, Kota Factory tells the story of some students in Kota, Rajasthan, who are preparing for the entrance exams to the Indian Institute of Technology.

Did You Know? It is India’s first web series in black and white, which gives it the panache and retro flavor.

For Whom? A perfect web series for students, parents, or anyone interested in understanding the challenges of competitive education in India.

6. Aarya

Aarya, starring Sushmita Sen, is a crime drama around the unfolding of a woman’s life sucked into crime circles when her husband dies under mysterious circumstances. The series is adapted from Penoza, the Dutch series, where the comeback performance of Sushmita is nothing short of stardom.

Did you know? Sushmita Sen performed most of the stunts in the series, including some intense action scenes.

Why You Need to Watch: The gripping narrative and Sushmita Sen’s commanding screen presence make it binge-worthy.

7. Made in Heaven

Set inside the fabulous world of Indian weddings, this television drama show looks into the lives of two wedding planners, plunging into the all-chaotic world of glamorous Indian weddings. Under the facade of the opulent marriages, social issues like caste, infidelity, and sexuality take a closer look.

Interesting Fact: It was co-created by Zoya Akhtar and Reema Kagti, who have their fair share of Bollywood hits, including Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara.

Who Should Watch?: Anyone interested in the drama that uncovers many complexities in modern Indian society.

8. Delhi Crime

Based on the horrible Delhi gang rape case in 2012, Delhi Crime follows the investigation led by Deputy Commissioner of Police Vartika Chaturvedi. The series delivers a raw and emotional narration about the case and its effects on society.

Did you know? Delhi Crime is India’s first series that won an Emmy Award, namely the International Emmy Award for Best Drama Series in 2020.

Why Watch It? The enticing story and the brilliant performances make it a show you will never forget.

9. Panchayat

Looking for some respite from those heavy crime dramas? Panchayat gives you a light-hearted and yet thought-provoking take on rural India. The story is about an engineering graduate who takes a government job in a village due to a lack of better options.

Fun Fact: This series stars Jitendra Kumar, who gained a following after his hilarious sketches on The Viral Fever (TVF).

For Whom? This is for fans of light-hearted stories set amidst great comedic situations with socially aware dialogues.

10. Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story

This financial drama, based on Sucheta Dalal and Debashis Basu’s book The Scam, is a new series featuring the life of one of India’s biggest financial scam leaders: stockbroker Harshad Mehta.

Interesting Tidbit: Actor Pratik Gandhi who played Harshad Mehta emerged overnight and has received wide critical acclaim through this role.

Why It’s a Must-Watch: It is unique for an Indian web series, with outstanding performances and a detailed exploration of the financial world through its screenplay.

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With fresh views, engaging narratives, and wonderful performances, the Hindi web series has revolutionized the way people tell stories. Now grab your junk food, sit back, and get ready to enter these phenomenal web series, Bollywood movies, or English movies.

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