By News18,Satyaki Baidya

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Indian politics has long been steeped in mysteries, intrigues, and power struggles—making it a natural draw on screen. Netflix’s political drama web series vividly capture this world, exposing the dark underbelly of power, family feuds, backroom deals, and the turmoil that simmers within democracy.
The 2018 web series Sacred Games, based on Vikram Chandra’s novel, exposes the deep nexus between Mumbai’s underworld and politics. The pairing of Saif Ali Khan (police officer Sartaj Singh) and Nawazuddin Siddiqui (gangster Ganesh Gaitonde) makes the power game thrilling. This story unravels 25-year-old conspiracies, exposing corruption and political patronage.
Sacred Games, with two seasons, 16 episodes, and intense drama, is Netflix’s first Indian original series, a global hit. It’s a perfect blend of thriller and politics. It has an IMDb rating of 8.5.
The 2019 web series Delhi Crime, inspired by the 2012 Nirbhaya case, depicts the struggles of the Delhi Police. Shefali Shah’s (SSP Vartika Chaturvedi) powerful performance and the fight for justice amidst political pressures make this series special. This series, which sharply addresses corruption, negligence, and social issues, has won an International Emmy Award. This two-season web series exposes the flaws in the system. It’s a must-see for its emotional and powerful narrative. It has an IMDb rating of 8.5.
Scoop, inspired by the true story of detective journalist Jayraj Rawal, explores the murky nexus between media, crime, and politics. Karishma Tanna’s portrayal of journalist Jigna Vora and her chemistry with Harshita Gaur are excellent. When Jayraj is accused of murder, the truth of the system is revealed. Packed into seven episodes, this series brilliantly explores journalistic ethics and political conspiracies. This fast-paced and thrilling web series has an IMDb rating of 7.3.
This series, which explores the intersection of cybercrime and politics in the small town of Jamtara, Jharkhand, is unique. Amit Sial and Spandan Chaturvedi’s performances are superb. It depicts the reign of cyber fraud in rural India, where political patronage fuels crime. This two-season series blends humour and serious issues. Particularly popular with young people, it exposes new faces of corruption. The web series has an IMDb rating of 7.3.
For lovers of dark and intense dramas, this new series by Vikramaditya Motwane is a must-watch, revealing the world of Tihar Jail. Inspired by Sunder Singh’s book, it tells the story of political prisoners and criminals in the 1980s. Jahan Kapoor and Rahul Bhat deliver powerful performances.
The power struggle within the prison and its connections to outside politics make it gripping. This 2025 series questions the justice system. The web series has an IMDb rating of 7.9.