Year Ender 2023: From Citadel To Aakhri Sach, 9 Web Series That Lacked Spark And Excitement

In terms of web shows, 2023 has been fantastic. Some of our favorite web series to watch were Kaala Paani, Farzi, The Crown, Bambai Meri Jaan, and many more. However, there were a few that fell short of our very expectations.

Let's take a look at those right here:

1. Tooth Pari

Given that vampire fiction isn't explored as much in India, Tooth Pari had a lot of potential to grow into much more. The poor writing and absence of poignant high points made it somewhat of a let down.

Netflix

Where To Watch: Netflix

2. Citadel

Citadel, Priyanka Chopra's big-budgeted show, attempted to reach James Bond levels but was unable to do so. The narrative jumps around so often that it confuses viewers as the scenes were monotonous.

Netflix

Where To Watch: Prime Video

3. The Trial

All we need to enjoy a courtroom drama are some well-written dialogues and thrilling scenes, which The Trial lacked. It became tedious to watch since Kajol could not get the note of being a lawyer right and the show was too slow for everyone's liking.

Hotstar

Where To Watch: Hotstar

4. Commando

The popularity of the Commando franchise was primarily attributed to Vidyut Jammwal. The audience did not enjoy the spin-off of the show that was created this time around starring Adah Sharma and Prem Parrija. Overall, Commando lacked what it took for a show to be successful, both in terms of casting and plot.

Hotstar

Where To Watch: Hotstar

5. Jee Karda

Jee Karda, starring Tamannah Bhatia, is a meandering romantic comedy that is only moderately entertaining, but it noticeably fails to capture the complexity of love and is over dramatic.

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Where To Watch: Prime Video

6. The Idol

According to common belief, The Idol is a show that seems to be more concerned with pushing boundaries and being controversial than delivering a compelling story.

HBO

Where To Watch: Jio Cinema

7. Pop Kaun?

Pop Kaun? proved to be only an unsatisfactory and cheesy comedy. Even with a talented cast that included Satish Kaushik, Johnny Lever, Rajpal Yadav and Kunal Kemmu, the show was a complete waste of their abilities.

Hotstar

Where To Watch: Hotstar

8. Mumbai Diaries

Season 2 gets off to a potentially good start and continues where Season 1 left off, with the devastating rains that hit Mumbai in 2009. Mumbai Diaries veers from character to character, each with an own backstory to share, but the show was unable to keep viewers interested or maintain a steady pace. Rather than capturing the intrigue of the topic¡ªfloods¡ªthey concentrated more on individual accounts.

Prime

Where To Watch: Prime Video

9. Aakhri Sach

The actual 2018 Burari case in Delhi is looked at in Aakhri Sach. The family of Chundawat had eleven members and were discovered dead. The entire country was made aware of this horrific and startling tragedy by the media. The show unfortunately is a tedious slow burn. Flawed screenplay, disjointed storyline, and unfocused direction makes the show a boring watch.

Hotstar

Where To Watch: Hotstar