Sometimes, you want to watch something that entertains you but doesn't stretch on for several seasons. At such times, mini-series are your best bets. We list some of the best...
Posters of a few mini-series.
Unlike traditional TV series that run for several seasons, mini-series offer content that is entertaining but in a limited span of time. If this is something that appeals to you, then you're in the right place. Check out the exciting list below and commence binge-watching series like The Railway Men and Trial by Fire.
The Railway Men
Starring R Madhavan, Kay Kay Menon, Divyenndu, and Babil Khan in lead roles, this historical series is about the Bhopal gas tragedy, in which hundreds of people lost their lives due to the leak of toxic gas. It is a compelling saga that does not go overboard with drama.
OTT Platform: Netflix
IMDb Rating: 8.5/10
This series takes you into the world of stand-up comic Vipul Goyal. His wife, Kavya, and best friend, Bhushi, are also part of the show. The show comically shows the struggles faced by Goyal in becoming successful. If you enjoy stand-up comedies, then you might enjoy this series.
OTT Platform: ZEE5
IMDb Rating: 8.5/10
Alma Matters: Inside the IIT Dream is a documentary web series directed by Pratik Patra and Prashant Raj. As the title suggests, it focuses on the lives of IIT students and their competitive world. After watching the series, we bet you'll feel quite motivated. Furthermore, the series highlights the value of hard work, friendship and loyalty.
OTT Platform: Netflix
IMDb Rating: 8.2/10
The nation was shaken when, in 2018, news broke that 11 members of a family in Delhi were found dead in the Burari locality. The cause of the deaths generated a lot of buzz online. Initial investigations pointed to a mass suicide. However, it was later revealed that the family believed in superstitions and that is what led to the deaths.
OTT Platform: Netflix
IMDb Rating: 7.4/10
Bhaukaal is a crime drama series that stars Mohit Raina as Naveen Sikhera, an honest policeman who is transferred to Muzaffarnagar. Sikhera has a tough job maintaining peace and order in the crime-ridden town. The series delves into the gritty realities of the Indian justice system, showcasing intense action sequences and powerful performances.
OTT Platform: MX Player
IMDb Rating: 7.8/10
On June 13, 1997, a fire broke out at a prominent cinema hall in Delhi, putting several lives at risk. Among the victims were Ujjwal and Unnati, children of Shekhar (Abhay Deol) and Neelam Krishnamoorthy (Rajshri Deshpande), an ordinary, working-class urban couple. The series explores what took place that fateful day and unearths some shocking truths.
OTT Platform: Netflix
IMDb Rating: 7.7/10
This docuseries is based on the true story of Bharat Kalicharan Yadav, aka Akku Yadav, that took place in Nagpur. Yadav was arrested on charges of raping several women. He was lynched in the courtroom. The series is about the terror he spread.
OTT Platform: Netflix
IMDb Rating: 7.1/10
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