8 Indian Originals That Ruled The Internet

Over the years, the reign of Netflix and Amazon originals and other web series over the internet has been constantly increasing at a staggering rate. Today, there are hundreds of YouTube channels or digital platforms entirely dedicated to the production of web series.

And why not, web series have been well-received everywhere around the globe. Be it in English or Hindi, be it in French or some other vernacular language, today more than half the population like binging web series. And more so, this trend has especially seen a sharp rise in the lockdown period.

And so, for those looking for new content to binge watch on or willing to explore the Indian paradigm, here are 12 of the most amazing Indian Originals available on Netflix and Amazon.

1. Sacred Games

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One of the most famous Netflix originals, Sacred Games has taken the intern with by storm ever since its release in 2018.  Starring Saif Ali Khan, Radhika Apte, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, and Kalki Koechlin, this show revolves around an impending terror attack in Mumbai planned by gangster Ganesh Gaitonde, featuring Siddiqui in this role and how the police officer Sartaj Singh (Saif Ali Khan) works out a plan to prevent this from happening. Filled with action and drama, this series is a must-watch for every web series lover.

2. Mirzapur

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“Darr ki yahi dikkat hai, ki kabhi bhi Khatam ho sakta hai”, if you have heard this dialogue somewhere, you are already aware of this enthralling Indian Original. Starring Pankaj Tripathi, Vikrant Massey, and Ali Fazal, Mirzapur is one of the most famous crime thrillers, especially in India. Throwing light on mafia rivalry prevailing in the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, this show takes the viewers through the journey of two innocent brothers, Guddu and Bablu, who transform into infamous violent criminals under the mafia don Kaleen Bhaiya.

3. She

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The first attempt of renowned director Imtiaz Ali to create something gasping for the small screen She is a daunting tale of a lower-middle-class, junior police constable who is forced to push her boundaries and explore the unexplored horizon. This show focuses on how police constable Bhumika’s journey, featuring Aaditi Pohankar in this role, to an undercover assignment, lead her to the road to empowerment.  

4. Made In Heaven

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A 2019 fictional Indian original TV series, Made In Heaven is a nine-part series created by eminent director Zoya Akhtar and the amazing Reema Kagti, in collaboration with the brilliant screenwriter Alankrita Shrivastava. Wonderfully depicting the minutiae of typical rich Delhi families, this show focuses on the lives of two wedding planners who work out their ways to lure the big shots to score major accounts for their agency. Filled with melodrama and comedy, this show should surely be on every binge watcher’s list.

5. Little Things

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Ever since the release of Little Things on YouTube, under the banner of Dice Media which was later shifted to Netflix, this web series has ruled the internet. Winning many awards and special mentions for their amazing characterization and relatable plot, this show is based on the ups and downs of a live-in relationship. Neither a cliché love show nor a typical melodrama, this beautifully depicts the many lessons one learns during the course of staying together. Not only this, it wonderfully presents all the hues of life – be it the caring about the family, the struggle to become successful, or the efforts made to hold on to things.

From finding beauty even in the most distorted and disorganized phases of life to realizing that happiness is just the sum of little things, this show deserves to top every viewer list.

6. Leila

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The first dystopian Indian original series, Leila is directed by the ace director Deepa Mehta and take the viewers on Shalini’s (Huma Qureshi) journey to fighting the odds as she is shoved off from the comfort of her family life and forced to spend her days in Aryavarta, under a totalitarian regime. Beautifully presenting the glimpses of futuristic India, this show is a must-watch for those willing to get a deep insight into the modern-day political scenario.

7. Pushpavalli

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Where there is Sumukhi Suresh, how can the audiences not have a good laugh? Directed by Debbie Rao, Pushpavalli is the story of a small-town girl (Pushpavalli aka Sumukhi ) who is destined to complete her education and marry as per the family norms. However, the twist in the tale comes when she meets the charming Nikhil Rao (Naveen Richard) and immediately falls for him. Showcasing a hilarious series of events and brilliantly capturing the middle-class vibes, this series is surely a viewer’s delight.

8. Selection Day

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Produced by Anil Kapoor and Anand Tucker, Selection Day is a one-of-its-kind Indian original depicting the lives of 2 young brothers who dream of becoming internationally acclaimed cricketers. Starring some of the bigshots from the film industry, like Ratna Pathak Shah, Mahesh Manjrekar, and Rajesh Tailang, all the 12 episodes of this absolutely brilliant show give lessons for life and is a masterpiece in terms of storytelling.

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