5 must-watch suspense thrillers on JioHotstar that will keep you on the edge of your seat

If nail-biting suspense and unpredictable twists are your thing, JioHotstar offers a collection of thrillers that will keep your heart racing and your mind guessing.

From chilling murders and psychological mind games to intense police investigations, these shows and films promise a perfect dose of mystery, emotion, and adrenaline.

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1. Search: The Naina Murder Case

One of the newest and most gripping thrillers on JioHotstar, Search: The Naina Murder Case stars Konkona Sen Sharma as ACP Sanyukta Das, a dedicated investigator caught between her professional duties and personal struggles. Just as she prepares to transfer departments to save her failing marriage, she is assigned a shocking case — the murder of a teenage girl, Naina Marathe, whose body is found in a politician’s car. What follows is a tense, layered investigation full of secrets, politics, and betrayal.

2. Drishyam

This Hindi remake of the iconic Malayalam thriller features Ajay Devgn as Vijay Salgaonkar, a man who will do anything to protect his family when a police officer’s son goes missing. As the police close in, Vijay’s intelligence and calm under pressure create a gripping cat-and-mouse game. With stellar performances by Tabu, Shriya Saran, and Ishita Dutta, Drishyam remains a timeless masterpiece of suspense.

3. Asur

Set in the mystical city of Varanasi, Asur blends mythology with modern crime. The series follows a forensic expert-turned-teacher and his mentor as they chase a serial killer who believes he is the reincarnation of a demon. Featuring Arshad Warsi and Barun Sobti, this psychological thriller combines logic, faith, and horror in equal measure.

4. Criminal Justice

Led by the brilliant Pankaj Tripathi, Criminal Justice explores the dark complexities of murder cases through the lens of a compassionate yet sharp lawyer. Each season delves into a new case, exposing the flaws of the justice system and the thin line between guilt and innocence. 

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5. Kannur Squad

Mammootty stars as ASI George Martin in Kannur Squad, a high-stakes crime thriller that follows a police team tracking a dangerous criminal network across Kerala. Intense, emotional, and deeply human, the film captures the price of justice and the moral challenges faced by law enforcement.