7 Hidden Gems on Amazon Prime: OTT platforms have become the most preferred means of entertainment nowadays, where new shows and web series are released every week. Especially, there are many such web series on Amazon Prime Video that win the hearts of the audience without much publicity. The stories of these series are so strong and full of twists that after watching them once, you will want to watch them again. If you are also looking for content full of suspense, thrill, and crime, then these 8 web series must be included in your watchlist.
1. Afsos
Starring Gulshan Devaiah, this web series is a dark comedy, the story of which revolves around a writer suffering from depression. When he repeatedly fails to commit suicide, he hires a contract killer to kill him. But as soon as he starts getting reasons to live, he tries to stop that contract killer. This series depicts life, death, and human struggle with humor and mystery.
2. Laakhon Mein Ek
This series has two seasons. The first season shows the story of a small-town boy, Akash, who is forcibly sent for IIT coaching. At the same time, the second season is based on the story of Dr. Shreya (Shweta Tripathi), who struggles with the corrupt system during a medical camp in a village. This series makes a sharp satire on the Indian education and health system.
3. Bestseller
This thriller web series, starring stars like Shruti Haasan, Mithun Chakraborty, and Arjun Bajwa, revolves around the stolen story of a writer. When a writer steals another’s story and publishes a book, a game full of mystery, intrigue, and sensation begins. There are many twists in the story that keep the audience hooked till the end.
4. Bambai Meri Jaan
Set in 1960s Mumbai, this crime thriller tells the story of an honest police officer, Ismail Qadri, who wants to rid the city of gangsters. But when personal and professional life collide, he is caught between many difficult decisions. The series seems to be inspired by true events and closely depicts mafia culture.
5. Adhura
‘Adhura’ is a horror thriller web series that takes place during a school reunion. The story revolves around a mysterious child and the secret of a 15-year-old horror incident. This series, full of fear and mystery, surprises the audience in every episode and gives a feeling of thrill.
6. Chacha Vidhayak Hain Humare
This series by stand-up comedian Zakir Khan is the story of a common boy, ‘Ronnie’, who tries to get out of every difficulty by claiming that his uncle is an MLA. The small-town background, funny characters, and comedy timing make this series very entertaining.
7. Vella Raja
This is Amazon Prime’s first Tamil web series, which shows the story of drug mafia Deva. When he hides in a lodge to escape the police, he clashes with other characters already present there. Action, thrill, and climax make it very interesting.
8. There are great stories apart from The Family Man, Mirzapur, and Panchayat
When everyone’s eyes are on hit series like Mirzapur, Panchayat, and The Family Man, then these series have been successful in attracting the audience even without much hype. This is why it becomes necessary to mention them.