11 Terrifyng True Indian Crime Documentaries That Will Break Your Heart And Keep You Up At Night

Crime documentaries and docu-series are gaining immense popularity. That's one of the many reasons why shows like Crime Patrol and Savdhaan India are still a rage among the audience. The fact that these shows are based on real-life incidents and that such criminals exist in our own society sends chills down our spines. If you are a fan of true crime stories that help you to be cautious and attentive, here is a list of documentaries you can stream online. These docu-series/ documentaries will break your heart and keep you up at night.

1. House of Secrets: The Burari Deaths (Netflix)

This documentary sheds light on the 2018 incident that left the entire country in shock and glued to their TV screens watching updates on the case on news channels. One family, consisting of three generations were found hanging in their own home. While the oldest member of the family, the grandmother, was reportedly strangled, the other ten were bound, gagged and hanged in a circular formation from a mesh that separated the ground floor from the floor above. Was it a mass suicide or murder? The reality of what led to the crime is more gruesome than the crime itself.

2. Crime Stories: India Detectives (Netflix)

Based on the crimes that shocked Bengaluru in early 2020, from murders to kidnapping of an infant, the docu-series follows major criminal investigations from the time the crime is reported until the suspect gets captured.

3. Delhi Riots ¡ª A tale of Burn & Blame (Voot)

This documentary by Kamlesh K Mishra is based on the violence that took place in North East Delhi on February 23 last year. It showcases first-hand accounts of eyewitnesses and the agenda and propaganda that triggered mindless violence and bloodshed killing 53 people and leaving over 500 people injured on the day when US President Donald Trump landed in the national capital. The documentary also captures pain and loss.

4. The Talwars: Behind Closed Doors (Disney+ Hotstar)

This documentary delves into the chilling details of the double murder of Noida's Arushi Talwar and her house help. Her parents, who emerged out to be the suspects, have spilled their side of the story. This one will make you think and keep you hooked.

5. Wild Wild Country

Wild Wild Country follows the story of the Indian guru Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh and his cult in 1980s Oregon. Did you know Vinod Khanna was also a part of the cult? He even lived at Oregon and explored sexuality under his guru Osho.

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6. Money Mafia (Discovery Plus)

From Telgi Scam to Mehul Choksi fiasco, this docu-series delves into the biggest stories of white-collar crimes in India. If you are interested in knowing how these influential people took the support of crime to rise up to fame, this one is a must-watch for you.

7. Muzaffarnagar Baaqi Hai (Netflix)

Based on the communal riots that took place in Uttar Pradesh's district Muzaffarnagar ahead of the State Assembly polls in 2013, the documentary sheds light on the loss of life, bloodshed and mass violence that happened.

8. Bad Boy Billionaires: India (Netflix)

This docu-series talks about the rise and fall of business tycoons -- liquor baron Vijay Mallya, diamantaire Nirav Modi as well as chit fund operator Subrata Roy -- being mired in allegations of fraud as well as corruption.

9. Operation Black Tornado (YouTube)

Based on the 26/11 Mumbai Terror Attack of 2008, when a group of 12 members of Lashkar-e-Taiba, an Islamist terrorist organization from Pakistan, crossed the border and arrived at the city amid high security to carry out 12 coordinated shooting and bombing attacks that lasted for four days, Operation Black Tornado focusses on not just the attacks but the defense operation that Mumbai Police secured hijacked places.

10. Lal Bahadur Shastri's Death (Zee5)

This docu-drama explores the mystery behind the shocking and untimely death of India's second prime Minister, Shri Lal Bahadur Shashtri, while on a visit to Tashkent. His son and grandson Shri. Sunil Shastri and Shri. Siddharth Nath Singh also spills the beans on the conspiracy theories.

11. The Flip Side: A Truth That Could Not Reach You (YouTube)

In this documentary, filmmaker Utpal Kalal and cinematographer Kaustubh Manchekar travel to Asaram Bapu's Hermitage in Motera, Ahmedabad in order to find out the reality and investigate the disciples living there. The documentary is available to be watched on UK Pictures Entertainment channel on YouTube.

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