What to watch in 2025 on OTT in India?

2024 was a year for amazing web series across all Indian OTT platforms. From award-winning storytelling to versatile actors, the shows captivated the audience and resonated with them. As we bid farewell to 2024 and get ready for the new year, the list of upcoming Indian web series looks all the more fun, thrilling, and exciting.

In this listicle, we have curated some of the most anticipated shows of 2025, spanning a variety of genres—from edge-of-the-seat thrillers to heartwarming dramas. Let’s take a look!

Matka King

Set in the timeline of 1960s Mumbai, the plot follows an ambitious cotton trader who launches an underground gambling game called Matka. This takes the city by storm, democratizing an exclusive area formerly for the wealthy and powerful. This crime drama will surely be thrilling, diving deep into the world of illegal betting.

Cast – Vijay Varma, Kritika Kamra, Gulshan Grover

Director – Nagraj Manjule

Platform – Amazon Prime

The Family Man 3

After the successful prior seasons of The Family Man, its makers are here with a brand new season for the new year. Season 3 of The Family Man will be even more exciting and adventurous and will keep its audience on the edge of their seats. For further updates, read our latest blog on Family Man Season 3 Release Date, Cast and Updates.

Cast – Sharib Hashmi, Manoj Bajpayee, Shreya Dhanwanthary

Director – Raj Nidimoru and Krishna D.K.

Platform – Amazon Prime

Dabba Cartel

A drama-thriller set in the 1960s, Dabba Cartel is a story of five housewives in Mumbai who manage a high-stakes covert cartel. This intense show about crime and corruption dives into the world of complex power dynamics and illegal activities showcasing treachery, ambition, friendship, and love.

Cast – Shalini Pandey, Shabana Azmi, Jyotika, Jisshu Sengupta

Director – Hitesh Bhatia

Platform – Netflix

Paatal Lok 2

In the upcoming season of Paatal Lok, Hathi Ram Chaudhary’s character, along with his squad, will cross an area that will surely be a “perilous fresh hell.” This season might also bring new challenges and test them like never before.

Cast – Jaideep Ahlawat, Tillotama Shome, Jahnu Barua

Director – Prosit Roy and Avinash Arun Dhaware

Platform – Amazon Prime

Pritam Pedro

In this crime thriller, Pritam is a tech genius who utilises cutting-edge technology to crack cases, and Pedro is an experienced police officer, who uses conventional means to solve crimes. This series looks promising with an intriguing narrative packed with action, suspense, and dark humor.

Cast – Arshad Warsi, Vikrant Massey

Director – Rajkumar Hirani

Platform – Disney+ Hotstar

Stardom

This show marks Aryan Khan’s directorial debut and is highly anticipated by the audience. Set against the backdrop of Bollywood’s film business, Stardom follows the story of an ambitious outsider navigating the glitzy, yet challenging world of Bollywood. This show will give an insider’s look at Bollywood’s world of fame and celebrity culture. Produced by Gauri Khan, it features a star-studded cast of Bollywood heavyweights.

Cast – Ranbir Kapoor, Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, Bobby Deol

Director – Aryan Khan

Platform – Netflix

Bandwaale

This family drama centres on Mariam, a young poetess stuck in a quaint village where marriage is the only option for girls. In an attempt to get independence and break the shackles, she, along with the help of a brass band singer and a DJ, uploads her poetry on the internet. With a mix of emotional depth and dialogues, Bandwaale tells a compelling tale of love, loss, and Indian societal pressure.

Cast – Shalini Pandey, Zahaan Kapoor

Director – Akshat Verma and Ankur Tewari

Platform – Amazon Prime