The first half of 2022 witnessed the release of some of the most thrilling and amusing web series on diverse OTT platforms. Despite theatres bouncing back into being, OTT content remained popular among households. Having faced the wrath of the pandemic, the entertainment industry is trying to get back on its feet in novel ways, of which the production of a large number of web series has been the most evident one.
We’ve listed the top five shows of the year so far, in case you missed any! From Madhuri Dixit’s fascinating drama ‘The Fame Game’ to a real-life story translated in the shape of ‘Rocket Boys’ to a different kind of romance tale ‘Yeh Kaali Kaali Ankhein’.
1. Yeh Kaali Kaali Ankhein
‘Yeh Kaali Kaali Ankhein’ is an engrossing love story with far more twists and turns than a saas-bahu show! A network of falsehoods and a political power game sets the tone for this web series, which stars Tahir Raj Bhasin, Shweta Tripathi, and Anchal Singh. The show undeniably is a homage to the pulp fiction genre of the 90s that had an entire audience base in India. While a sequel of the show is in the offing, we recommend that you add this popcorn drama to your viewing list.
2. Rocket Boys
If you are a fan of the ‘Father of the Indian Nuclear Programme’, Dr Homi Jehangir Bhaba and ‘Father of the Indian Space Programme’, Dr Vikram Sarabhai, then this show is a must-watch. The journey to launch India’s first rocket is chronicled in this biographical drama. The film Rocket Boys tells the story of two bright minds, Vikram Sarabhai and Homi J. Bhabha, who pioneered the establishment of the space industry and nuclear programme in India during the post-independence turbulence. The narrative entails sacrifice, camaraderie and etching an indelible history.
3. Panchayat Season 2
Are you looking for something lighthearted? Then it might be time to tune into the second season of the much-discussed show ‘Panchayat.’ This comic piece, set in a village, portrays the struggles and sufferings of Abhishek Tripathi Panchayat Secretary in the secluded village of Phulera. Raghubir Yadav and Neena Gupta provide excellent backing for Jitendra Kumar’s lead performance.
4. The Fame Game
Madhuri Dixit galactically stepped into the OTT world with her debut series, ‘ The Fame Game. Her convincing portrayal of Bollywood starlet Anamika Anand and her fictitious kidnapping journey kept the audience on pins and needles until the very end. The Netflix series crafts an intriguing mystery around the disappearance, ultimately discussing the other side of fame and celebrity that we don’t always get to see.
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5. Human
This medical drama starring Shefali Shah and Kirti Kulhari explores the dark side of human drug testing and the nefarious relationship between pharmaceutical companies and doctors. The series, which is available on Disney+ Hotstar, digs into a pertinent but mostly untouched genre and raises some very significant questions about medical ethics, among other things.
6. The Great Indian Murder
This murder mystery series, starring Richa Chaddha, Pratik Gandhi, Ashutosh Rana, and Raghubir Yadav, is sure to keep you on the edge throughout. It tells the story of an industrialist who is wrongfully convicted of a horrific crime, gets acquitted, and then inexplicably murdered. An investigation ensues, and the rest is up to you to discover.
7. Rudra: The Edge of Darkness
Rudra, Ajay Devgn’s first OTT film, is a psychological thriller that is currently available on Disney+ Hotstar. It’s a remake of the British programme Luther, and it also stars Rashi Khanna and Esha Deol. The plot centres around DCP Rudraveer Pratap Singh and his mission to apprehend sneaky crooks.
8. Bestseller
The Amazon Prime bestseller is a thriller that has everyone talking. The drama stars Arjun Bajwa, Shruti Hassan, and Mithun Chakraborty and follows a novelist whose fortuitous contact with a fan leads to an unexpected twist in the story.
We hope you have a gala time snacking on these fine OTT series during the weekend, and do let us know your personal favourites.
