Not all web series are fictional and work of writers. Some are inspired by actual life incidents.
Streaming sites are producing more and more amazing shows, and from comedy, drama to action, there's an abundance of shows available on OTT platforms. Here is a compiled list of shows based on actual incidents that are totally worth binge-watching. Grab your popcorn and begin streaming them right now!
Mumbai Diaries 26/11
Established on the real events during the Mumbai attacks in 2008, the riveting show explores the staff's struggles at Bombay General Hospital and how journalists try to document every incident that occurred during that tragic day. The medical thriller is an absolute must-see with Konkona Sen Sharma and Mohit Raina.
Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story
Between the decades of '80s and the 90s, this financial drama centers around broker Harshad Mehta. From his unprecedented rise to his tragic fall, this show will keep viewers hooked to their television. Pratik Gandhi was a star by presenting his role in the series, gaining 18kg to fill the role of the lead.
Delhi Crime
Created on Nirbhaya case that traumatized the country to the heart in 2012, the police thriller will make you shiver. It stars RasikaDugal, Shefali Shah, and Adil Hussain as the leading characters. The whole show is a terrifying recapping of the incidents and investigations that followed the horrific incident.
Kaafir
The show follows the story of ShehnazParveen, an Indian from Pakistan-controlled Kashmir who is detained by India for 8 years after being declared militant. From having one of her daughters in jail to being acquitted after a fair trial, this series was the digital introductions of Dia Mirza and Mohit Raina. In addition to a compelling story, the show boasts impressive cinematography.
The Verdict: State Vs. Nanavati
The show revolves around an infamous KM NanavatiVs. State of Maharashtra case in 1959. The courtroom drama is about a murder in which an officer of the naval ranks was decorated for shooting the dead businessman who had learned about an extra-marital affair he had with his spouse. It stars Sumeet Vyas,Makarand Deshpande, ManavKaul, and Saurabh Shukla; the show has stunned viewers.
Avrodh: The Siege Within
Made on the2016 URI attack and the subsequent surgical strikes carried out by India and Pakistan, this war-related thriller will keep viewers riveted to the television screens. With NeerajKabi, Amit Sadh,DarshanKumaarand MadhurimaTulli the series is inspired by a chapter from the book India's Most Fearless by Shiv Aroor and Rahul Singh.
