The OTT boom in India has reached new heights, and 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting years for digital entertainment. After several big releases earlier in the year, streaming platforms are lining up fresh content to keep audiences hooked. From long-awaited sequels to bold new originals, these upcoming web series are already creating waves of anticipation.
Viewers can expect a mix of thrill, suspense, fantasy, and gritty drama. Here’s a handpicked list of the top 5 upcoming Indian web series in 2025 that deserve a spot on your watchlist.
5. Kohrra – Season 2
Key Information
- Release Date: 2025 (exact date to be announced)
- Episodes: 6 (expected)
- Cast: Barun Sobti, Mona Singh.
- Genre: Crime, Mystery, and Thriller
- Platform: Netflix
After the gripping first season, Kohrra is back with another mystery-driven story. Known for its realistic portrayal of crime and human relationships, the second season is expected to push the envelope with even darker themes and complex investigations. Fans of hard-hitting thrillers are eagerly waiting for its release later this year.
4. The Trial – Season 2
Key Information
- Release Date: September 19, 2025
- Episodes: 8 (expected)
- Cast: Kajol, Jisshu Sengupta, Sonali Kulkarni, Sheeba Chaddha, Alyy Khan, Kubbra Sait, Gaurav Pandey, Karanvir Sharma, Asrani
- Genre: Legal drama, Political drama, Crime, and Mystery
- Platform: JioHotstar
Following the success of its debut season, The Trial returns with Kajol in the lead. Season 2 dives deeper into courtroom battles while exploring personal and emotional conflicts. The upcoming season is expected to deliver more intensity, unexpected twists, and power-packed performances, making it one of the most awaited sequels of the year.
3. Rakht Bramhand: The Bloody Kingdom
Key Information
- Release Date: Release Date: 2025 (exact date to be announced)
- Episodes: 6 (expected)
- Cast: Aditya Roy Kapur, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, Ali Fazal, and Wamiqa Gabbi, Jaideep Ahlawat
- Genre: Action, Fantasy, Drama
- Platform: Netflix
Created by Raj & DK, Rakht Bramhand stands out as a fantasy drama unlike anything Indian OTT has attempted before. With Aditya Roy Kapur and Samantha Ruth Prabhu in lead roles, the show blends mythology, politics, and dark fantasy on a grand scale. Its massive production value and unique premise make it one of Netflix India’s boldest bets for 2025.
2. Matka King
Key Information
- Release Date: Release Date: 2025 (exact date to be announced)
- Episodes: 8 (expected)
- Cast: Vijay Varma, Kritika Kamra, Sai Tamhankar, Gulshan Grover, Siddharth Jadhav
- Genre: Action, Fantasy, Drama
- Platform: Amazon Prime Video
Directed by Nagraj Manjule, Matka King transports viewers into Mumbai’s gambling underworld. Based on a cotton trader who starts the gambling game “Matka,” this gripping drama promises crime, power struggles, and history woven together. Its unique subject and gritty storytelling make it one of Prime Video’s most awaited originals.
1. The Family Man – Season 3
Key Information
- Release Date: Release Date: late October or early November 2025
- Episodes: 8 to 10 (expected)
- Cast: Manoj Bajpayee, Sharib Hashmi, Priyamani, Ashlesha Thakur, Vedant Sinha, Shreya Dhanwanthary, Jaideep Ahlawat, Nimrat Kaur, Gul Panag, Darshan Kumaar, Sharad Kelkar, Dalip Tahil, Seema Biswas, Sundeep Kishan, Jugal Hansraj
- Genre: Action, Espionage thriller, Black comedy, Drama
- Platform: Amazon Prime Video
The Family Man returns with Manoj Bajpayee as Srikant Tiwari in its highly awaited third season. This time, the series dives deeper into global espionage, family struggles, and thrilling missions. With Jaideep Ahlawat joining the cast, fans can look forward to more action-packed drama and emotional storytelling.
Also Read: Top 5 Upcoming Web Series on Netflix in 2025
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