Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Jawan’ roared onto the big screen on Janmashtami, reaffirming his status as the ultimate entertainer. This action-packed thriller has set hearts racing and tongues wagging, earning praise from both critics and fans for its unadulterated dose of entertainment. But the excitement doesn’t end there. If ‘Jawan’ left you craving more adrenaline-pumping action, you’re in for a treat. We have curated a list of action-packed dramas on OTT platforms that promise to deliver the same heart-pounding excitement and gripping narratives.
The Freelancer – Discover high-octane thrills with ‘The Freelancer,’ now streaming on Disney+ Hotstar. Created and written by Neeraj Pandey, and directed by Bhav Dhulia, this action-packed series boasts a stellar cast including Mohit Raina, Anupam Kher, Kashmira Pardeshi, Navneet Malik, Manjari Fadnis, and more. Adapted from Shirish Thorat’s ‘A Ticket to Syria,’ the show centers on Avinash Kamath (Mohit Raina), a former police officer turned freelancer.
Mukkebaaz – In the gripping audio series “Mukkebaaz” on Pocket FM, follow the riveting journey of Zoravar, a young man whose life shatters when his family is brutally murdered. Fueled by grief and armed with the mystical Neel Mani, he transforms into a formidable boxer with supernatural abilities.
Bholaa – Embark on a pulse-pounding journey with ‘Bholaa,’ streaming on Prime Video. An ex-convict, Bholaa, strives to reunite with his daughter after his prison release.
Mission Majnu – Step back in time to the 1970s with ‘Mission Majnu,’ streaming on Netflix. Amandeep Singh, an undercover Indian spy, must expose Pakistan’s covert nuclear weapons test to clear his name and protect his family.
Hui Teri Deewani – Step into a world shrouded in danger and intrigue with Pocket FM’s action drama audio series “Hui Teri Deewani.” Meet Mahikaa, a fugitive with a mysterious past, and Major Ayaan, a fearless army officer.
Bloody Daddy – Experience non-stop action in ‘Bloody Daddy,’ a gripping thriller streaming on Jio Cinema. Directed by Ali Abbas Zafar, this film, co-written by Aditya Basu and Siddharth–Garima, stars Shahid Kapoor, Sanjay Kapoor, Diana Penty, Ronit Roy, Rajeev Khandelwal, Ankur Bhatia, and Vivan Bhatena.
Rana Naidu – Dive into the gripping world of ‘Rana Naidu,’ an action-packed crime drama streaming exclusively on Disney+ Hotstar. Created and directed by Karan Anshuman and Suparn Verma, this thrilling series features a stellar cast including Venkatesh Daggubati, Rana Daggubati, Suchitra Pillai, Gaurav Chopra, and Surveen Chawla. Rana Naidu, the ‘fixer of the stars,’ specializes in cleaning up the messes left behind by his high-profile clients.
