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Watch These 5 Gripping Indian True Crime Movies on OTT

Author: Akanksha Jain | Published: Wednesday, April 9, 2025, 04:18 PM [IST]

If you're fascinated by true crime stories, Indian cinema has delivered some gripping films inspired by real-life incidents. These movies not only portray chilling cases but also explore the emotional and social impact behind them. From psychological thrillers to investigative dramas, here are 5 of the best Indian movies based on true crime incidents that you can stream now on OTT platforms.

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Bhakshak

Bhakshak is a 2024 Netflix crime thriller starring Bhumi Pednekar as a fearless journalist who investigates abuse at a girls' shelter home in Bihar. Inspired by true events, the film highlights systemic corruption and the power of investigative journalism.

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Sector 36

Sector 36 is a 2024 Netflix crime thriller starring Vikrant Massey and Deepak Dobriyal. Inspired by the 2006 Nithari serial killings, the film follows a cop investigating a series of child disappearances, uncovering dark secrets in the process.

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Jai Bheem

Jai Bhim is a powerful 2021 Tamil legal drama starring Suriya, based on a real-life case fought by Justice Chandru. It highlights caste discrimination and police brutality faced by tribal communities. The film is streaming on Amazon Prime Video.


Posham Pa

Posham Pa is a 2019 psychological thriller based on true events, starring Mahie Gill, Sayani Gupta, and Ragini Khanna. It tells the chilling story of a mother who pushes her daughters into a series of child murders. The film is available to stream on ZEE5.

Main Aur Charles

Main Aur Charles (2015) is a crime thriller inspired by the real-life story of serial killer Charles Sobhraj. Starring Randeep Hooda as Charles and Adil Hussain as the cop pursuing him, the film follows his manipulative charm, daring escape from Tihar Jail, and the gripping chase that follows. Main Aur Charles is available to watch on JioHotstar. 


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