Delhi Crime Season 3: This is going to be the third season of the globally acclaimed Emmy award-winning series 'Delhi Crime', which is returning to Netflix on November 13, 2025. This time, DIG Vartika Chaturvedia, played by Shefali Shah, along with her impeccable team, is all set to face her toughest challenge as she takes on the evil human trafficking network led by the 'Badi Didi' played by Huma Qureshi.
If one enjoys the comeback of 'Madam Sir' with her procedural grit, then there's no better time to go through the best of Indian crime thrillers. Here's a list of seven such intense crime thrillers that share the same dark realism, sharp writing, and captivating performances that 'Delhi Crime' boasts.
This is a masterclass in portraying the dark underbelly of Indian society, not unlike 'Delhi Crime' which deals with real-world issues. The plot follows the story of a disillusioned cop who's handed a high-profile case involving four murder suspects and is taken to three interwoven 'Loks' (worlds): Heaven, Earth, and the fearful 'Paatal Lok' (Hell). The procedural realism, deeply ingrained biases, will resonate with fans of 'Delhi Crime'.
It is the series which actually initiated the Indian OTT revolution. The web series narrates the story of a troubled Mumbai cop, played by Saif Ali Khan, who receives a mysterious call from a notorious gangster, played by Nawazuddin Siddiqui. He gets drawn into a world of religious extremism, corruption, and a looming terror threat. Its scale, layered storytelling, and unforgettable anti-heroes make it a must-watch for any crime thriller enthusiast.
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Asur is a combination of forensic science and police procedure mixed with ancient Indian mythology. It describes the cat-and-mouse game between a cynical forensic expert and a cool-blooded serial killer who believes that he is an avatar of the demon Asura. If you like criminal psychology, paired with detailed storytelling, this will catch you off guard right to the very end.
Less focused on police procedure than 'Delhi Crime', 'Mirzapur' offers a gripping look into the nexus of crime, power, and politics in the Purvanchal region of Uttar Pradesh. It is known for its quotable dialogues, remarkable performances, especially Pankaj Tripathi as 'Kaleen Bhaiya', and high-stakes family drama revolving around the throne of Mirzapur.
Starring Sushmita Sen, this series follows Aarya, a devoted wife and mother who is forced to take over her late husband's drug empire to protect her family. Just like Vartika Chaturvedi, Aarya herself is a strong, independent woman in an otherwise dangerous world ruled by men. The drama and tension are really captivating.
Set against the atmospheric backdrop of rural Punjab, 'Kohrra' follows two policemen investigating the murder of an NRI groom days before his wedding. This series excels in its moody cinematography and deep dive into the complex relationships, toxic patriarchy, and simmering tensions within families—elements adding to the human tragedy with every case.
Adapted from the BBC series, Criminal Justice traces the journey of some people entrapped in the cumbersome, at times brutal system of criminal justice. Whether it's about a young man being accused of murder in season 1 or a lawyer battling an impossible case later on, the series provides a procedural look at the law, complemented by a nuanced performance of Pankaj Tripathi as the empathetic lawyer, Madhav Mishra.
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