2025 has proven to be a dynamic year for OTT platforms in India, with a diverse array of web series captivating audiences across genres. From crime thrillers to heartwarming dramas, here's a look at five standout releases that have dominated the streaming charts.
Delhi Crime Season 3 (Netflix)
The Emmy Award-winning series Delhi Crime returned for its third season on November 13, 2025. This season sees DCP Vartika Chaturvedi, portrayed by Shefali Shah, and her team tackling a human trafficking network inspired by the real-life Baby Falak case. Huma Qureshi joins the cast, adding new energy to the series. Critics have praised the season for its gripping storytelling, strong performances, and exploration of duty and morality.
Black Warrant (Netflix)
Vikramaditya Motwane's Black Warrant premiered on Netflix on January 10, 2025. This crime drama thriller, based on the book Black Warrant: Confessions of a Tihar Jailer by Sunil Gupta and Sunetra Choudhury, offers a dramatized look inside India's largest and most infamous jail. Zahan Kapoor makes his series debut as Sunil Gupta, a newly appointed jailer navigating the complex and often morally challenging prison system. Rahul Bhat, Paramvir Singh Cheema, and Anurag Thakur also star. The series delves into the raw realities of prison life, exploring themes of crime, punishment, and redemption.
Paatal Lok Season 2 (Prime Video)
The highly anticipated second season of Paatal Lok premiered on January 17, 2025, on Amazon Prime Video. Jaideep Ahlawat reprises his role as Inspector Hathiram Chaudhary, investigating a murder in Nagaland and uncovering a dangerous drug syndicate. The new season promises a darker tone, delving deeper into Hathiram's psyche and personal struggles. Ishwak Singh, Gul Panag, and Tillotama Shome also return. Created by Sudip Sharma, the series continues its exploration of crime, mystery, and suspense.
The Family Man Season 3 (Prime Video)
The Family Man returned for its third season, continuing the story of Srikant Tiwari, a spy for India's National Investigation Agency. The season showcases geopolitical themes, with action sequences and production values. Manoj Bajpayee stars in the lead role.
Panchayat Season 4 (Prime Video)
Panchayat Season 4 was released in June 2025 on Prime Video. The series continues to follow the life of Abhishek Tripathi, an engineering graduate who becomes a Panchayat secretary in a remote village. Jitendra Kumar, Neena Gupta, and Raghubir Yadav reprise their roles. This season includes an election twist, exploring themes of rural life and local politics.
These five web series represent the diverse and compelling content that Indian OTT platforms offered in 2025, showcasing a blend of established franchises and fresh narratives that resonated with audiences.
