As we step into the intriguing realm of 2023, we find ourselves amidst a treasure trove of mystery series that have left an indelible mark on the canvas of Indian storytelling. From the depths of conspiracies to the heights of psychological thrillers, the diversity of narratives offered by these series is as vast as it is enthralling.

Join us on a journey through the shadows and secrets as we unveil the Top 10 Mystery Web Series of India in 2023. From the gripping narratives that keep us guessing to the unforgettable characters that linger in our minds, these series have redefined the genre and set a new standard for mystery storytelling in the digital age. So, buckle up as we delve into the enigmatic world of Indian mystery web series and explore the best of the best that 2023 had to offer.

Top Mystery Web Series 2023:

Asur: Welcome to your Dark Side

Director – Oni Sen

Starring – Arshad Warsi, Anupriya Goenka and Barun Sobti

Asur is an Indian Hindi-language psychological crime thriller streaming television series. The series is about a team of forensic experts who must catch a serial killer who considers himself as the incarnation of the asura Kali. Arshad Warsi and Barun Sobti star, alongside Anupriya Goenka, Riddhi Dogra, and Amey Wagh. Sharib Hashmi had a starring role in the first season, while Meiyang Chang and Abhishek Chauhan joined the main cast.

Kaala Paani

Director – Sameer Saxena; Amit Golani

Starring – Mona Singh, Amey Wagh, Sukant Goel

Kaala Paani is an Indian Hindi-language survival drama television series for Netflix, which was first streamed on 18 October 2023. It was created by Sameer Saxena and written by Biswapati Sarkar, Nimisha Misra, Sandeep Saket, Amit Golani for Netflix. It stars Mona Singh, Ashutosh Gowariker, Amey Wagh, Vikas Kumar, Chinmay Mandlekar, Sukant Goel, Arushi Sharma, Radhika Mehrotra, Poornima Indrajith in lead roles. When a mysterious disease comes down upon the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, a desperate effort for survival collides with a race to discover a remedy laced with human connections and tale of love, loss, and despair.

The Jengaburu Case

Director – Nila Madhab Panda

Starring – Surdev Nair, Makrand Deshpande, Sukumar Tudu

The Jengaburu Curse is Indian climate fiction series.The series is directed by Nila Madhab Panda, shot by DOP Paulo Perez, and produced by Studio NEXT division of Culver Max Entertainment Private Limited. t features Faria Abdullah, M Nassar, Makrand Deshpande, Deepak Sampat, and Sudev Nair in lead roles, along with Melanie Gray, Charlie Allen, Sabrina Nabi, and Mark Adams. The series is shot in Odisha and London.

Chhotolok

Director – Indranil Roychowdhury

Starring – Daminee Benny Basu, Gaurav Chakrabarty, Priyanka Sarkar

So how harmful can a commoner be without connections in high places or the money to buy clout? Very, if provoked. And that’s the premise of Chhotolok, a thriller that follows the trail of damaged souls left behind by prominent politician Mohor Bhattacharya (Indrani Haldar). The series starts slow, swinging between the present and the past with rhythmic regularity to establish the events and characters that lead to Rupsha’s murder. And the seemingly slowest cog in the wheel is SI Mondol – the cop investigating the murder. She speaks slowly, moves slowly, and has this air of surrender about her when she sees almost all of Rupsha’s neighbours nosing around her flat and body when she and her team arrive on the scene. She gives off this homemaker in a cop’s uniform vibe all through the series. And Daminee totally kills it. The powerhouse of an actress Daminee is, she makes SI Mondol grow on you as the series progresses.

Dahaad

Director – Reema Kagti and Ruchika Oberoi

Starring – Sonakshi Sinha, Gulshan Devaiah and Vijay Varma

Dahaad is a Hindi-language police procedural crime thriller web series created by Reema Kagti and Zoya Akhtar, directed by Reema Kagti and Ruchika Oberoi, and starring Sonakshi Sinha, Gulshan Devaiah, Vijay Varma, and Sohum Shah. Inspired by Mohan Kumar, also known as Cyanide Mohan, a serial killer who preyed on women looking for marriage.

Duranga Season 2

Director – Rohan Sippy

Starring – Gulshan Devaiah, Drashti Dhami, Amit Sadh

Duranga 2 is an Indian Hindi-language ZEE5 original web-series that is adapted from the Korean drama Flower of Evil. The first season premiered on 19 August 2022 and was directed by Pradeep Sarkar and Aijaz Khan. It features Gulshan Devaiah and Drashti Dhami. Following the first season’s success, the series was renewed for the second season. It premiered on October 24, 2023, and is directed by Rohan Sippy. Amit Sadh joined the cast as one of the primary characters.

Kohrra

Director – Randeep Jha

Starring – Savinderpal Vicky, Barun Sobti, Harleen Sethi

Kohrra is an award-winning 2023 Indian Punjabi-language crime thriller police procedural streaming television series on Netflix created by Sudip Sharma and directed by Randeep Jha Produced under Karnesh Sharma’s Clean Slate Films in collaboration with Netflix, the series stars Survinder Vicky, Barun Sobti, Harleen Sethi, Saurav Khurana, Rachel Shelley and Manish Chaudhary in lead roles.

Charlie Chopra & The Mystery of Solang Valley

Director – Vishal Bhardwaj

Starring – Wamiqa Gabbi, Paoli Dam, Imaad Shah

Charlie Chopra & The Mystery of Solang Valley is a 2023 Indian Hindi-language mystery thriller television series on SonyLIV, directed by Vishal Bhardwaj. The show is based on a crime mystery novel by Agatha Christie, The Sittaford Mystery.  It was produced by Vishal Bhardwaj Pictures, Priti Sahani, and Agatha Christie Limited.The series stars Wamiqa Gabbi, Priyanshu Painyuli, Naseeruddin Shah, Lara Dutta, Neena Gupta, Ratna Pathak Shah,Gulshan Grover, Paoli Dam, Vivaan Shah, Imaad Shah with an ensemble cast

PI Meena

Director – Debaloy Bhattacharya

Starring – Tanya Maniktala, Parambrata Chatterjee, Vinay Pathak

P.I. Meena is a 2023 Hindi-language mystery crime thriller streaming television series created by Arindam Mitra, written by Ronak Kamat, Vipin Sharma, Arindam Mitra, Ronak Kamat, and directed by Debaloy Bhattacharya, starring Tanya Maniktala, Harsh Chhaya, Jisshu Sengupta, Parambrata Chattopadhyay, Samir Soni and Zarina Wahab in lead roles.

Aakhri Sach

Director – Robbie Grewal

Starring – Tamannaah Bhatia, Abhishek Banerjee, Kriti Vij

Aakhri Sach is an Indian Hindi-language crime investigative thriller television series. Directed by Robbie Grewal. Produced by Nirvikar Films, the series stars Tamannaah Bhatia in the lead role along with Abhishek Banerjee, Shivin Narang, Danish Iqbal, Gehna Seth, Nishu Dikshit, Kriti Vij and Sanjiv Chopra. The series is a fiction based on the Burari deaths. Bhatia plays the role of lead investigative officer Anya.

As we conclude our exploration of the Top 10 Mystery Web Series of India in 2023, it’s evident that the genre continues to flourish, captivating audiences with its intrigue, suspense, and unyielding quest for truth. From the gripping narratives that kept us on the edge of our seats to the unforgettable characters that left an indelible mark on our minds, these series have not only entertained but also challenged our perceptions and ignited our imaginations.

So, grab your magnifying glass, sharpen your wits, and embark on your own thrilling journey through the enigmatic world of Indian mystery web series. Who knows what secrets lie just beyond the next episode?