From Paatal Lok 2 to Mandala Murders: Best Indian thriller shows of 2025 on OTT

Indian OTT platforms delivered a gripping slate of thrillers in 2025, offering audiences everything from hard-hitting crime dramas and political conspiracies to psychological horror and supernatural mysteries.

 This year’s lineup stood out for its layered storytelling, strong performances and high production values, proving that the thriller genre continues to evolve across streaming platforms.

From the gritty realism of Paatal Lok to the eerie tension of Khauf, and from large-scale espionage in Special Ops 2 to cult-driven horror in Mandala Murders, these shows kept viewers hooked with shocking twists and edge-of-the-seat narratives. 

The year also saw the return of fan-favourite franchises like Suzhal and Special Ops, alongside fresh and ambitious titles such as Kankhajura and Khakee: The Bengal Chapter. Here’s a look at the best Indian thriller series of 2025 available on Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, SonyLIV and JioHotstar.

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Paatal Lok Season 2 – Amazon Prime Video

The much-awaited second season of Paatal Lok takes the story beyond Delhi to the complex political and social landscape of Nagaland. Inspector Hathi Ram Chaudhary (Jaideep Ahlawat) and ACP Imran Ansari (Ishwak Singh) find themselves investigating two seemingly separate cases that slowly merge into a larger conspiracy involving corruption, insurgency and power politics in northeastern India. With its raw tone, intense writing and powerful performances, the series once again sets a high benchmark for Indian crime thrillers.

Khakee: The Bengal Chapter – Netflix

Set in early-2000s West Bengal, Khakee: The Bengal Chapter explores the dangerous nexus between politics and organised crime. IPS officer Arjun Maitra (Jeet Madnani) is tasked with dismantling a powerful criminal empire, putting him directly against feared gangster Shankar ‘Bagha’ (Saswata Chatterjee). Inspired by real-life cases, the series is gritty, violent and deeply immersive, offering a compelling look at the underworld of Kolkata.

Mandala Murders – Netflix

Blending supernatural horror with investigative drama, Mandala Murders unfolds in the fictional town of Charandaspur, where a series of ritualistic killings terrify locals. Starring Vaani Kapoor, Surveen Chawla, Shriya Pilgaonkar and Vaibhav Raj Gupta, the show follows detective Rea Thomas as she teams up with former cop Vikram Singh to uncover a terrifying truth. The mystery leads to a centuries-old cult attempting to resurrect a mythical entity, making this series a chilling watch with a non-linear narrative and shocking revelations.

Special Ops 2 – JioHotstar

Special Ops 2 updates the espionage genre by shifting focus from traditional terrorism to AI-driven cyber warfare. Kay Kay Menon returns as Himmat Singh, leading a covert R&AW team racing against time to stop an unknown enemy from crippling India’s economy by attacking the UPI system. Spanning multiple countries, the series combines political intrigue, technology-driven threats and high-octane action.

Khauf – Amazon Prime Video

A chilling mix of psychological horror and social commentary, Khauf stars Monika Panwar as Madhu, a young woman trying to rebuild her life after trauma. She moves into a working women’s hostel and unknowingly occupies a room with a violent past. As strange occurrences escalate, the show builds a deeply unsettling atmosphere that explores fear, memory and survival.

Kankhajura – SonyLIV

This slow-burn psychological thriller stars Roshan Mathew, Mohit Raina and Sarah Jane Dias. The story follows a recently released ex-convict attempting to reconnect with his estranged brother, only to be drawn into a web of betrayal, revenge and long-buried family secrets. With its layered characters and simmering tension, Kankhajura stands out for its emotional depth.

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Suzhal: The Vortex Season 2 – Amazon Prime Video

Set during the vibrant Ashtakaali Festival in Kaalipattinam, Suzhal: The Vortex Season 2 opens with the murder of activist lawyer Chellappa. Inspector Sakkarai (Kathir) returns to investigate, uncovering dark truths hidden beneath the town’s festive surface. The series masterfully blends cultural detail with crime and suspense, making it one of the strongest regional thrillers of the year.