7 Dark Crime Thrillers To Binge Before Delhi Crime 3

Mandala Murders (Netflix): The drama follows CIB agent Rea Thomas who collaborates with a suspended Delhi police officer to investigate a series of brutal murders that lead them to a centuries-old secret society. (Image: IMDb)
Asur (JioHotstar): An intense psychological thriller that blends forensic science with mythology. The story follows a forensic expert–turned–teacher who reunites with his former mentor to assist the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) in hunting a ruthless serial killer convinced he is the modern incarnation of the demon Kali. But as the investigation deepens, the duo becomes entangled in a chilling game of cat and mouse—one that forces them to confront not only the killer’s darkness but also the shadows lurking within themselves. (Image: IMDb)
Manvat Murders (SonyLIV): Set in 70s, the crime thriller examines the gruesome murders of seven women in the small town of Manvat. The story revolves around Ramakant Kulkarni, a Special Crime Branch officer, who uncovers dark secrets and hidden motives within the community as he delves deeper into the mystery. (Image: IMDb)
Sacred Games (Netflx): A tale of survival, crime, relationships and politics. Set against the gritty backdrop of Mumbai, this crime thriller follows Sartaj Singh, a troubled police inspector whose life spirals into chaos after a mysterious phone call from the elusive gangster Ganesh Gaitonde. The cryptic warning—of a looming catastrophe set to destroy the city within 25 days—plunges Sartaj into a dark web of crime, corruption, and conspiracy, unravelling the sinister underbelly of Mumbai like never before. (Image: IMDb)
Dexter (Amazon Prime Video): Set in the sun-soaked yet sinister streets of Miami, this critically acclaimed crime drama revolves around Dexter Morgan—a brilliant forensic blood spatter analyst for the Miami Metro Police Department who hides a chilling secret: he’s a vigilante serial killer. Having recognized his dark impulses early in life, Dexter’s adoptive father channels his son’s urges into a twisted moral code—one that allows him to kill only those who have escaped the reach of justice.(Image: IMDb)
Mindhunter (Netflix): This gripping slow-burn crime saga follows two FBI agents, as they interview some of the most notorious serial killers to unravel the psychology behind their crimes. By delving into the darkest corners of the human mind, they hope to use these insights to crack ongoing investigations. (Image: IMDb)
The Freelancer (JioHotstar): The crime drama follows a former Mumbai police officer turned mercenary, who sets out on a mission to rescue his late friend’s daughter, who has been taken captive in ISIS-controlled Syria.(Image: IMDb)




