Spy series like Citadel: Honey Bunny that'll keep you on the edge of your seat

Citadel: Honey Bunny has created so much buzz even before its release that it’s safe to say that espionage thrillers have a flourishing audience on OTT. This action-packed spin-off of the American television series Citadel which debuts on Amazon Prime Video this week blends the creative flair of Raj & DK with a star-studded cast, including Varun Dhawan as Bunny, a fearless stuntman, and Samantha Ruth Prabhu as Honey, his once-partner-in-crime. Years after their undercover chaos, the estranged duo must team up again to protect their young daughter, Nadia—yes, that’s the Nadia from the original series, only younger! With a dash of romance, betrayal, and jaw-dropping stunts across Serbia and India, this show is one part spy thriller, one part family drama, and 100% adrenaline. If Citadel: Honey Bunny has you hyped for more twisty spy sagas, we’ve rounded up a list of must-watch shows to keep the intrigue alive! From undercover operations to family dilemmas in the spy world, these series are packed with everything you need for an unforgettable binge. Each one brings something different, so take your pick and enjoy the ride.

Tanaav

First up, get ready for high-stakes drama and explosive action! Tanaav is an intense drama set in Kashmir where we follow Kabir Farooqui and his Special Task Group as they fight to bring peace to the valley. But when Kabir’s team thinks they’ve neutralised a dangerous terrorist, they find out he’s still out there, orchestrating chaos. It’s a gripping look at loyalty and sacrifice in the world of counterterrorism, with stars like Manav Vij and Arbaaz Khan. You can watch Tanaav on SonyLiv with OTTplay Premium.

Mukhbir
Next, we’ve got Mukhbir: The Story of a Spy, which takes you on a high-stakes mission straight to the bustling streets of Lahore, where a slick Indian spy, played by Zain Khan Durrani, is on a covert mission to stop Pakistan’s war plans against India following the Sino-India conflict. Armed with charm and nerves of steel, he weaves his way into the inner circles of the Pakistani military, risking life and love in a game of cat-and-mouse with a ticking clock. The ensemble cast features Prakash Raj, Adil Hussain, Harsh Chhaya, and Zoya Afroz, each bringing raw tension to this eight-episode thriller. Juxtaposing fictional drama with real-life operations like Desert Hawk and Grand Slam, Mukhbir is a gripping watch that pulls no punches in showcasing danger and thrill and it’s now streaming on ZEE5 with OTTplay Premium.

Special Ops

Now this one is a real cracker! Special Ops by Neeraj Pandey follows R&AW officer Himmat Singh’s 19-year pursuit of an elusive terrorist. This series takes you through thrilling episodes, each peppered with Bollywood nods. Kay Kay Menon’s stellar performance is surely the highlight here but the series can be equally tense and entertaining, blending real-world suspense with sharp storytelling. Expect a wild chase across the Middle East with plenty of mystery and humour thrown in! You can catch Special Ops on Disney+ Hotstar

The Family Man

If you’re into thrilling OTT shows, it’s unlikely that you’ve missed this one. Next on our list, we’ve got Manoj Bajpayee in and as The Family Man, where he juggles the challenges of middle-class life with a dangerous job as an intelligence officer. It’s funny, intense, and relatable as he straddles family and high-stakes counter-terrorism operations with the same passion and conviction. With a fantastic cast, including Samantha Ruth Prabhu as a fierce antagonist in Season 2, it’s a binge-worthy blend of laughs and thrills. You can watch The Family Man on Prime Video.

Kathmandu Connection

Moving on to Kathmandu Connection, which throws you right into the chaos following the 1993 Mumbai Blasts. As an officer faces a mysterious death and a reporter gets pulled into a sinister plot, this crime thriller explores the complex world of terror and deception. With Amit Sial, Aksha Pardasany, and Anshuman Pushkar in lead roles, the show keeps you guessing with its twisting plotlines. You can catch Kathmandu Connection on Sony Liv with OTTplay Premium.

Code M

The last one on this list features Jennifer Winget as Major Monica Mehra in Code M. The suspenseful thriller series uncovers secrets behind a military encounter. When a soldier’s mother demands justice, Monica dives into a web of love, betrayal, and politics, uncovering more than she expected to. With her ex tagging along as an adversary, the story is full of complex characters and surprising twists. Code M is available on Jio Cinema with OTTplay Premium.

-Written by Apurva Dutta

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