10 Top Rated IMDb Hindi Web Series To Watch This Weekend: Farzi to Mirzapur

Web series and OTT platforms have grown in popularity since the pandemic. Even those who were previously uninterested in web shows are now fascinated by the concept, prompting creators to create higher-quality content for OTT platforms. The number of web series released each year has increased significantly. Some of these shows have a deep impact on the viewers and are widely appreciated by the audience.

IMDb has released a list of the 50 best Indian web series, with Sacred Games, Mirzapur, Scam, Family Man and Aspirants leading the rankings. Here is a curated list of top 10 top rated imdb hindi web series.

Top 10 top rated imdb Indian web series to watch:

1. Sacred Games (2018)

• IMDB rating: 8.5/10
• Series Genre: Action, Crime, Drama
• Star roles: Saif Ali Khan, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Radhika Apte, Pankaj Tripathi
• Director: Vikramaditya Motwane
• Where to watch / OTT platform: Netflix

Sacred Games, one of India’s most adored TV series, has been named the best show in IMDb’s list of 50 Best Indian Web Series. The extraordinary performances of the lead and supporting actors, along with surprising plot twists and intriguing characters, kept the audience engrossed. This genre drama stars Saif Ali Khan and Nawazuddin Siddiqui and is guaranteed to be full of fun.

2. Mirzapur – 2018

• IMDB rating: 8.5/10
• Series Genre: Crime, thriller
• Star roles: Pankaj Tripathi, Diviendu, Ali Fazal, Vikrat Massey, Vijay Varma, Shriya Pilgaonkar, Rasika Duggal, Shweta Tripathi
• Director: Karan Anshuman, Puneet Krishna
• Where to watch / OTT platform: Amazon Prime

Mirzapur, which is currently running its third season, took the second position on the list, after Holy Games on Netflix. The series focuses on Akhandanand Tripathi, also known as Kalin Bhaiya, a criminal mastermind who runs illegal operations in Mirzapur. While the first season introduced the characters and sparked the rivalry between Kalin Bhaiya and Gudu, the cliffhanger ending of the second season left fans eagerly waiting for the next installment.

3. Fraud 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story (2020)

• IMDB rating: 9.3/10
• Series Genre: Biography, crime, drama
• Star roles: Pratik Gandhi, Shreya Dhanwanthar, Hemant Kher
• Director: Hansal Mehta
• Where to watch / OTT platform: Sony LIV

Hansal Mehta’s highly acclaimed series, Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story, earned the prestigious third spot on IMDb’s list of 50 Best Indian Web Series, after Holy Games and Mirzapur. Titled Prateek Gandhi, the series offers a vivid glimpse into the life of a stockbroker who defied regulations and captivated the nation with his infamous stock market scam in 1992.

4. Graduate students (2021)

• IMDB rating: 9.2/10
• Series Genre: drama
• Star roles: Naveen Kasturia, Sunny Hinduja, Namita Dubey, Shivankit Singh Parihar, Abhilash Thapliyal
• Director: Apoorv Singh Karki
• Where to watch / OTT platform: Amazon Prime

Naveen Kasturia, Shivankit Parihar, Abhilash Thapliyal, Namitha Dubey and Sunny Hinduja star in the charming drama, Aspirants. The series follows three UPSC aspirants who become friends while studying for the exam in Delhi’s Rajinder Nagar. Created by Arunabh Kumar and Shreyansh Pandey, the TVF masterpiece is a great choice to watch with friends.

5. Criminal Law (2019)

• IMDB rating: 8.1/10
• Series Genre: Action, drama, mystery
• Star roles: Vikrant Massey, Pankaj Tripathi, Rucha Inamdar
• Director: Tigmanshu Dulia and Vishal Furia
• Where to watch / OTT platform: Disney+ Hotstar

Starring Pankaj Tripathi, Criminal Justice follows the journey of a famous lawyer who solves difficult cases. The first season featured a middle-class taxi driver falsely accused of murder, the second focused on a wife cheating on her lawyer husband, and the third featured the murder of a famous child artist. The show boasts of a talented ensemble including Kriti Kulhari, Deepti Naval and Jisshu Sengupta.

6. Breathe Out: Into the Shadows (2020)

• IMDB rating: 7.6 /10
• Series Genre: Action, drama, mystery
• Star roles: Abhishek Bachchan, Amit Sadhi, Shruti Bapna, Nithya Menon, Sayami Kher
• Director: Mayank Sharma
• Where to watch / OTT platform: Amazon Prime

R. Madhavan and Amit Sadhi headline the gripping crime thriller drama Breathe, where two men embark on a high-stakes game of cat and mouse to protect their loved ones. The show’s success inspired the makers to launch a sequel titled Breathe: Into the Shadows, with Abhishek Bachchan leading the cast. Explore an intense narrative and an intricate web of suspense as these characters navigate dangerous situations to protect what matters most.

7. Kota Factory (2019)

• IMDB rating: 9.0 / 10
• Series Genre: Action, drama, mystery
• Star roles: Mayur More, Jitendra Kumar, Ranjan Raj and Alam Khan
• Director: Raghav Subbu
• Where to watch / OTT platform: Netflix

Kota Factory offers a welcome respite from the intensity of dramas like Mirzapur and Criminal Justice. The series follows the journey of a group of IIT aspirants who form deep bonds after moving to Kota, known for its prestigious IIT coaching centers. Immerse yourself in this captivating narrative and see the friendships and challenges these budding students face as they navigate the competitive world of IIT preparation.

8. Panchayat (2020)

• IMDB rating: 8.9/10
• Series Genre: drama
• Star roles: Jitendra Kumar, Neena Gupta, Raghubir Yadav, Faisal Mike, Chandan Roy
• Director: Deepak Kumar Mishra
• Where to watch / OTT platform: Amazon Prime

Panchayat is a heart-wrenching drama set in the village of Phulera, where an urban youth starts working in the panchayat office. Follow his journey as he navigates the challenges of life in a village accompanied by stellar performances by Jitendra Kumar, Neena Gupta and Raghubir Yadav in the lead roles. Get ready for an entertaining ride as he adapts to the unique charm of the village and its people in this engaging series.

9. Paatal Lok (2020)

• IMDB rating: 8.1/10
• Series Genre: Crime, drama, thriller
• Star roles: Jaideep Ahlawat, Neeraj Kabi, Ishwak Singh
• Director: Sudeep Sharma
• Where to watch / OTT platform: Amazon Prime

If you are a fan of tense dramas full of unexpected twists like Mirzapur and Sacred Games, then Jaideep Ahlawat and Abhishek Banerjee’s intense series Paatal Lok is a must watch for you. The series follows the journey of a skeptical police officer who finds himself delving deeper into the murky underworld while investigating a high-profile case, making it a place-to-watch experience.

10. Special Operation (2020)

• IMDB rating: 8.6/10
• Series Genre: Action, crime, thriller
• Star roles: Kay Kay Menon, Karan Thackeray, Gautami Kapoor
• Director: Neeraj Pandey
• Where to watch / OTT platform: Amazon Prime

Created by Neeraj Pandey, Special OPS is a fascinating spy thriller revolving around Himmat Singh (portrayed by Kay Kay Menon), a RAW (Research and Analysis Wing) agent. Singh forms a specialized team to uncover the complex web behind several terrorist attacks plaguing India. With high stakes and a relentless pursuit, the series explores the complexities of intelligence operations and national security.