New Delhi: What is there not to love about crime thrillers with their gripping plots, fast-paced narratives, and spine-chilling action? This most loved genre continues to reign as a favorite amongst the OTT viewers. From raw action sequences to unbelievable mind games, crime thrillers have come a long way. Here are our favorite picks to keep your weekend exciting as you beat the heat!
Vikram Vedha- JIO Cinema
Hrithik Roshan and Saif Ali Khan starrer Vikram Vedha is a remake of a blockbuster Tamil film. Directed by the talented duo, Pushkar-Gayathri, Vikram Vedha centers around the travesties of a cop named Vikram (Hrithik Roshan), who is on a mission to apprehend a known gangster named Vedha (Saif Ali Khan). Watch this action-thriller only on India’s favorite entertainment destination – JioCinema.
Christopher – Amazon Prime Video
This Malayalam thriller features megastar Mammootty in the titular role. Directed by B. Unnikrishnan, the plot of Christopher follows a fearless cop Christopher Antony (Mammootty) who is forced to step outside the lines drawn by the law to protect innocent people. Apart from Mammootty, the movie also features Vinay Rai, R. Sarathkumar, Sneha, Amala Paul and Aishwarya Lakshmi among others.
The Night Manager- Disney+Hotstar
Disney+Hotstar’s The Night Manager is a must-watch for anyone looking for a high-stake, edge-of-your-seat thriller. When Safina, the wife of the hotel’s primary shareholder, asks for his help in escaping to India, Shaan finds himself caught in a dangerous game of power and deceit. The series features Anil Kapoor, Aditya Roy Kapur, and Sobhita Dhulipala in lead roles, with supporting roles played by Tillotama Shome, Ravi Behl, and Saswata Chatterjee.
Abhay- Zee5
Zee5 Original series Abhay starring Kunal Kemmu has built their franchise with a total of 3 seasons. Abhay released their season 3 last year. Abhay is all about, the crime thriller series, which is bigger, bolder, and even more brutal. It stars Kunal Kemmu, Asha Negi, and Nidhi Singh.
Bhaukaal- MX Player
SSP Naveen Sikhera is on a mission to make the city crime free. But corruption, law, and order are in disarray, and the influence of local goons and criminals pose difficulties in his way.
