10 Mind-Boggling Indian Psychological Thrillers That’ll Give Hollywood A Run For Its Money

Are you an adrenaline junkie, sulking alone at home, and looking for some rush to uplift your spirits? Well, we have a solution- entertain yourself with some awesome psychological thriller movies and series that’ll get your mind racing and keep you hooked till the end. Either enjoy these by yourself or have a group streaming sesh with your gang to enhance your experience with the collective *oohs* & *aahs* as the plot twists. So, scroll down and add your faves to the watchlist!

1. Breathe: Into The Shadows

If the first instalment of the Breathe series had your attention then the second instalment deserves it as well. Starring Abhishek Bachchan and Amit Sadh in the lead, both of whom have delivered great performances, this series touches on the subjects of psychological disorder and a man’s journey who would go to any extent to protect his family. So, go on and binge away!

Watch Online Here | Breathe: Into The Shadows

2. Kahaani

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A seven month pregnant Vidya Bagchi arrives in Kolkata from London in search of her missing husband who had arrived in Kolkata for a job assignment. Things take a turn when she files a missing person’s report but no one in the city seems to have ever seen her husband before, but Vidya refuses to give up and goes on a hunt for her husband. This thriller is a must-watch for outstanding performance by Vidya Balan and the whole cast of the movie. Without wasting a minute, start streaming!

Watch Online Here | Kahaani

3. Andhadhun

Akash is a visually impaired piano player living a normal life when one day he is invited to play at a former film actor’s house. What was supposed to be a quiet evening, turns into a murder scene in which he gets embroiled and his world turns upside down. The film’s cast comprises Ayushmann Khurrana, Tabu, and Radhika Apte amongst others. So watch it if you haven’t already!

Watch Online Here | Andhadhun

4. Wazir

This action thriller is a story of an amputee grandmaster and an Anti-Terrorism Squad officer who develops an unlikely friendship while bonding over the grief of losing a loved one. As the movie unfolds there are several truths that the ATS officer counters and tries to uncover them with the help of the grandmaster. Starring Amitabh Bachchan, Farhan Akhtar, and Aditi Rao Hydari, this one should be on your watchlist.

Watch Online Here | Wazir

5. Drishyam

The life of an ordinary man Vijay takes a dark turn when he becomes a suspect in the murder of an IG’s son. This is a Bollywood remake of the Malayalam movie with the same name and will keep you on the edge of your seats throughout. Ajay Devgn has performed brilliantly alongside Tabu, so, grab your snacks beforehand, this is the one you wouldn't want a break from.

Watch Online Here | Drishyam

6. Badla

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Badla is an official remake of a Spanish movie named The Invisible Guest. The story revolves around Naina - a young independent entrepreneur who has got it all, a successful business, and a loving family as well as a boyfriend. Yes! you read it right! She has an extra-marital affair and that’s where things get interesting. So, the turn of events happens when while on a getaway with her boyfriend they get involved in an accident that ends up killing a young boy named Sunny, both of them try to cover up the accident & go their separate ways but soon Sunny’s parent’s file a missing report for their son and Naina, played by Tapsee Pannu, hires a defence attorney to protect herself played by Amitabh Bachchan. It is a roller-coaster ride, so get in the seat and enjoy it!

Watch Online Here | Badla

7. Paatal Lok

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This thriller drama series is produced by Anushka Sharma and is definitely worth your binge hours. Without giving much away all we’d say that it’s a must-watch for the brilliant performances of Jaideep Ahlawat, Abhishek Banerjee, Ishwak Singh, and Neeraj Kabi. It has garnered a lot of critical appraisals and is worth the hype. 

Watch Online Here | Paatal Lok

8. Raat Akeli Hai

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Our very own Radhika Apte & Nawazuddin Siddiqui are back together in this Netflix crime thriller. This Netflix original is dark and mysterious but let us warn you it has a lot of graphic language and violence involved as well. The story is about a cop who investigates the murder of a politician and tries to unmask the culprit. We say it’s time to Netflix and chill, ain’t it?

Watch Online Here | Raat Akeli Hai

9. Game Over

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Tapsee Pannu shines yet again in this psycho-thriller. Swapna is a wheelchair-bound game designer who suffers from PTSD, she finds herself battling demons both inside and out. It is a nail-biting, dark, and thrilling journey that we suggest you should head on!

Watch Online Here | Game Over

10. Ittefaq 

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Dev, a cop is investigating a double murder in which the two suspects- Maya & Vikram are also the only two witnesses. Both of the suspects have their own stories but it is up to Dev to find out who is telling the actual truth. Dev is brilliantly portrayed by Akshaye Khanna along with Sidharth Malhotra & Sonakshi Sinha.

Watch Online Here | Ittefaq

Hope this list scratches your itch and gives you a reason to stay home & stay safe!