Loved Drishyam 3? 7 Bollywood Thrillers On OTT That Deserve A Rewatch

From unreliable narrators and hidden identities to seemingly straightforward investigations that take unexpected turns, these seven movies are perfect for an OTT rewatch.

Drishyam: The Conclusion has brought audiences back to the world of secrets and deception. The Ajay Devgn-led thriller, which hit theatres on October 2, has crossed the ₹300 crore mark worldwide within four days of its release. The film’s writer Aamil Keeyan Khan has also revealed that the screenplay went through more than 100 drafts while the team worked on its much-guarded ending. For viewers who enjoy thrillers that keep them guessing, Bollywood has plenty of films worth revisiting. From unreliable narrators and hidden identities to seemingly straightforward investigations that take unexpected turns, these seven movies are perfect for an OTT rewatch.

1. Kahaani

Vidya Balan-led Kahaani remains one of the most rewarding Hindi thrillers to revisit. Directed by Sujoy Ghosh, the 2012 film follows Vidya Bagchi, a pregnant woman who arrives in Kolkata searching for her missing husband. What initially appears to be a straightforward search gradually develops into a much larger mystery. Vidya leads the film alongside Parambrata Chatterjee, Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Saswata Chatterjee. The film’s layered storytelling makes a second viewing particularly interesting, as details that appear insignificant the first time around take on a different meaning once the larger picture is known. Kahaani is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.

2. Andhadhun

If twists and ambiguity are what made Drishyam enjoyable, Andhadhun deserves a place on the list. Sriram Raghavan’s 2018 thriller follows Akash, a pianist who pretends to be blind and finds himself caught in a dangerous situation after becoming entangled in a murder. Ayushmann Khurrana stars alongside Tabu and Radhika Apte, with the performances adding to the film’s dark and unpredictable tone. Andhadhun is currently available on Amazon Prime Video and JioHotstar in India.

3. Talaash: The Answer Lies Within

Aamir Khan, Rani Mukerji and Kareena Kapoor Khan headline Reema Kagti’s Talaash, a psychological crime thriller that combines a murder investigation with a deeply personal story. The 2012 film follows police officer Surjan Singh Shekhawat as he investigates the mysterious death of a film star while dealing with his own unresolved personal trauma. Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Rajkummar Rao also feature in important roles. Talaash is currently streaming on Netflix in India.

4. Badla

Sujoy Ghosh returned to the territory of unreliable narratives with Badla, a 2019 thriller starring Amitabh Bachchan and Taapsee Pannu. The film revolves around Naina Sethi, a successful entrepreneur accused of murdering her lover. She hires lawyer Badal Gupta, played by Bachchan, to help establish what really happened. As the two reconstruct the events surrounding the crime, the narrative repeatedly challenges the audience’s assumptions. Manav Kaul, Amrita Singh and Tony Luke are also part of the cast. Badla is currently streaming on Netflix in India.

5. A Wednesday

Neeraj Pandey’s A Wednesday takes a different approach to the thriller genre. Released in 2008, the film unfolds around a retired police commissioner recalling one of the most extraordinary cases of his career after an anonymous caller threatens to detonate bombs across Mumbai. Naseeruddin Shah, Anupam Kher and Jimmy Sheirgill headline the film, which builds its tension around the question of who the anonymous caller is and what he intends to do. Its compact 103-minute runtime also makes it an easy weekend rewatch. The film is currently available on Amazon Prime Video and JioHotstar in India.

6. Ittefaq

Abhay Chopra’s Ittefaq is another thriller that keeps its audience questioning the truth until the end. The 2017 film centres on a double murder and two witnesses who give completely different accounts of what happened. Sidharth Malhotra and Sonakshi Sinha play the two suspects, while Akshaye Khanna plays the police officer investigating the case. With its short runtime and two competing versions of the same night, Ittefaq is particularly suited to a second viewing. It is currently streaming on Netflix in India.

7. Raat Akeli Hai

For those looking for a more atmospheric murder mystery, Raat Akeli Hai is worth revisiting. Directed by Honey Trehan, the 2020 Netflix film follows Inspector Jatil Yadav as he investigates the murder of a newly married landlord. Nawazuddin Siddiqui leads the film, with Radhika Apte, Tigmanshu Dhulia, Shweta Tripathi Sharma and other members of the victim’s family adding to the mystery. As Jatil digs deeper, the seemingly respectable family turns out to be hiding several secrets. Raat Akeli Hai is currently streaming on Netflix in India.