Squid Game To House Of Secrets, Most Thrilling & Entertaining Web Series We Watched In 2021
Here is a list of the best Indian web series of 2021 that you can watch on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, Zee 5, Voot, Sony Liv and MX Player among other OTT platforms.
Comprising of a dash of Marvel, a dose of drama and comedy, a little thrill of reality and a bit of nostalgia, here is a list of the most entertaining web series we watched this that kept us entertained throughout 2021.
While Money Heist season 5 was a bit of a disappointment, Squid Game was an unexpected hit. As 2021 has come to an end, let us take a trip down a memory lane.
1. Squid Game
The Korean show that broke Netflix records is all fun and games initially until it turns into a game of bloodshed, death and gore. The show follows 456 people who are struggling with massive amounts of debt and have to play children's games in order to survive and win the prize money.
Where to watch - Netflix
2. House of Secrets
Netflix docu-series House of Secrets: The Burari Deaths sheds light on what happened to the family of 11 members who were found dead. Was it a suicide or a murder? What prompted them to take this step is also the reason why mental health discussions are important.
Where to watch - Netflix
3. Mare of Easttown
While this one looked similar to many other detective crime drama we have watched, it swiftly distinguished itself to something more than that. Starring Kate Winslet in the leading role, this sitcom is about a detective Mare Sheehan who investigates a mysterious murder of a young girl while she is trying to balance her personal life too. The ending is going to leave you in shock.
Where to watch - Disney+Hotstar
4. Maid
While everyone was swooning over Squid Game, Maid had also been trending on the streaming platform. Starring Margaret Qualley, Maid is a heartwarming show about a woman who is on her journey to freedom after escaping from an abusive relationship. It will make you more empathetic in life.
Where to watch - Netflix
5. Grahan
Based on Satya Vyas¡¯ novel Chaurasi, the plot of the show revolves around two interlinked stories in the aftermath of the 1984 anti-Sikh riots. The eight-episode series, directed by Ranjan Chandel, narrates how the country was shaken after the assassination of Prime Minister Indira Gandhi and how the mob attacked the Sikh community and torched their homes.
Where to watch - Disney+Hotstar
6. Family Man Season 2
Bringing back the magic of Manoj Bajpayee on the small screen, this show was a hit just like the first installment. Not only a gripping storyline won people's hearts but Samantha Akkineni's performance stole the show too.
Where to watch - Amazon Prime Video
7. Loki
Right from the first episode, Loki was a hit among fans all over the world. The chemistry and bromance between Tom Hiddleston and Owen Wilson is being hailed as the best in a Marvel show so far.
Where to watch - Disney+Hotstar
8. Gullak Season 2
Just like the first season, Gullak season 2, a piggybank of heartwarming middle-class stories is going to take you back to the good old days. The Viral Fever¡¯s web series Gullak is a breath of fresh air that you will enjoy more if you watch with your folks. Season 2 is based on Aman's (Harsh Mayar) boards exam.
Where to watch - SonyLiv
9. Ted Lasso
The story of a kind and empathetic American coach who is brought in to rescue a fictional Premiership football team AFC Richmond, which lacks experience, is a dose of optimism that you need in life. If season one introduced us to optimism, the second one just showed us how apparent the attitude is.
Where to watch - Apple TV+
10. The White Lotus
Dark and delightful at the same time, The White Lotus is a satire that showcases privilege and power differentials between employees and guests at an exclusive Hawaiian resort over the span of one transformative week.
Where to watch - Disney+Hotstar
11. Aspirants
Based on the journey of three friends whose aspiration is to clear the UPSC exam has fans waiting for another season already. The show focuses on the struggles that students from middle-class families face as they prepare for UPSC.
Where to watch - Amazon Prime Video
12. Kota Factory season 2
After a long wait, Jeetu Bhaiya brought back his magic in Kota Factory season 2. The show focuses on the difficulties that IIT-JEE aspirants face in their everyday lives. It is relatable and funny at the same time.
Where to watch - Netflix
Which one is your favourite? Let us know in the comments section below.
Garima Satija leads the Entertainment vertical of Indiatimes. A storyteller at heart who enjoys the thrill of writing, she is sometimes found daydreaming about living the lives of movie characters. Also, she hates talking about herself in the third person.
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