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From Aarya to Rangbaaz: Indian crime shows you must binge-watch if you loved Saas Bahu Aur Flamingo

If you have already watched Saas Bahu Aur Flamingo and loved it, here are other Indian crime shows that you should binge-watch.

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Saas Bahu Aur Flamingo

Helmed by Homi Adajania, Saas Bahu Aur Flamingo is getting rave reviews and social media buzz for its fictional Rann Pradesh and its drug empire run by four tough-as-nails women. Featuring Dimple Kapadia, Isha Talwar, Angira Dhar, and Radhika Madan in the lead roles, the crime show is leading the path for women-centred Hindi content on OTT platforms.

Dimple Kapadia plays Rani Baa in Saas Bahu Aur Flamingo. Raped and left to die in the desert, Rani builds the cartel under the name, Raani Cooperative, with her daughters-in-law Bijlie and Kajal, and daughter Shanta. Kapadia bosses over every frame and her accent brings to mind the fine grain of desert sand of Rajasthan and is unmissable. Her performance seems to have come from deep within and leaves doubt if someone else could have pulled it off the way she nailed it.

Rani Baa’s two NRI sons Harish and Kapil have no clue what is about to unfold when they land in Rann Pradesh for Janmashtami celebrations. Things get intense when Rani Baa announces her decision to name one of the six (including the sons) as her heir. With the meta-theme laid out, the background has many side stories blossoming. Bijlie has an affair with DJ Naina and Shanta’s relationship with the ‘brother from another mother’ Dhiman. Amid all the simulated sex and heavy breathing, drama, and two villains, Monk and Dil Samson, plotting against the cartel, Rani Baa shines through.

If you have already watched Saas Bahu Aur Flamingo and loved it, here are other Indian crime shows that you should binge-watch.

Aarya on Disney+Hotstar

Featuring Sushmita Sen, Aarya marks the OTT debut of the ex-Miss Universe. Co-created by Ram Madhvani and Sandeep Modi, the plot revolves around Aarya whose husband Tej is murdered. Her life turns upside down as she discovers dark secrets that almost destroy her family.

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To protect her loved ones, Aarya joins a mafia gang, yes, what else, to avenge her husband’s murder. With phenomenal performances, the show has been nominated for International Emmy Awards for Best Drama Series.

Paatal Lok on Amazon Prime

Led by Jaideep Ahlawat, this crime thriller will leave you sick to your stomach as each character is on a hunt and out for blood. Ahlawat plays cynical cop Hathi Ram Chaudhary who lands a high-profile case of an assassination gone wrong by sheer accident. It also stars Abhishek Banerjee, Swastika Mukherjee, Neeraj Kabi in titular roles.

Mirzapur on Amazon Prime

If you haven’t heard about this series, you probably were on some inter-planetary vacation. Featuring Pankaj Tripathi, Ali Fazal, Vikrant Massey, Divyendu Sharma, Shweta Tripathi, Shriya Pilgaonkar, Rasika Dugal, and Kulbhushan Kharbanda, this crime show will keep you hooked to the end. Led by Akhandanand Tripathi aka Kaleen Bhaiya, Mirzapur is about a gun cartel run by him. His son Munna dreams of the day he will be named the heir. However, things go haywire when a shootout at a wedding kills Guddu and Bablu, the sons of lawyer Ramakant Pandit. Then it’s all murder and wile.

Jamtara: Sab Ka Number Aayega on Netflix

Featuring Amit Sial, Dibyendu Bhattacharya, Aksha Pardasany and Sparsh Shrivastav among others, Jamtara is a gripping crime-thriller that showcases the biggest scams run from the most popular town for internet and mobile phone scams. The story is led by two young men Sunny and Rocky who run a phishing scam in Jamtara, the town which is almost in neighbouring West Bengal. Soon a corrupt politician and a policeman gets involved with them which changes the game forever.

Ranbaaz on Zee5

Starring Saqib Saleem, Aahana Kumra, Ravi Kishan, Tigmanshu Dhulia, and Ranvir Shorey, Ranbaaz is based on a true story depicting the story of an infamous gangster of Gorakhpur. A 25-year-old boy turns into the deadliest gangster and who would not enjoy it?

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Diljit Dosanjh’s Satluj removed from ZEE5 India two days after release

Diljit Dosanjh’s Satluj, released on ZEE5 on July 3, has been taken down in India. The streaming platform says it is exploring appropriate avenues to restore the film.

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Diljit Dosanjh’s film Satluj, which premiered on ZEE5 on July 3, has been removed from the streaming platform in India just two days after its release. The platform confirmed the development through an official statement, saying the film will remain unavailable in the country until further notice.

Originally titled Punjab 95, the film had been awaiting certification for several years after it was submitted to the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) in 2022. It was eventually released on ZEE5 under the title Satluj.

ZEE5 thanks viewers for support

In its statement, ZEE5 expressed gratitude to viewers for the response the film received after its release.

The platform said the audience’s support and appreciation had been overwhelming and thanked subscribers who watched and backed the film.

ZEE5 also reiterated its confidence in the project, stating that it continues to support Satluj and the creative vision behind it. According to the platform, it believes meaningful storytelling can create a lasting impact and remains committed to backing authentic narratives.

Film unavailable in India until further notice

The streaming service confirmed that Satluj has been withdrawn from its Indian catalogue for the time being.

In its statement, ZEE5 said it is exploring all appropriate avenues through due process to make the film available again at the earliest opportunity. The platform added that it remains committed to supporting creators and stories made with artistic integrity and purpose.

While the film is currently unavailable to viewers in India, ZEE5 has not specified when it is expected to return to the platform.

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Aamir Khan set to wed Gauri Spratt on July 5

Actor Aamir Khan is reportedly preparing to marry longtime partner Gauri Spratt in a private ceremony on July 5. While the couple has not officially confirmed the wedding, reports suggest the celebration will be a low-key affair attended by close family and friends.

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Actor Aamir Khan is readying to finally marry his longtime partner, Gauri Spratt, in a private ceremony on July 5. Unlike other high-profile Bollywood weddings, the couple is expected to celebrate the occasion with close family members and a handful of friends, choosing a simple gathering over a lavish event. 

The reported wedding has attracted widespread attention from fans and the film industry, with many taking to social media to congratulate the couple. While neither Aamir nor Gauri has shared extensive details about the ceremony, reports suggest the celebrations will remain intimate and focused on family.

The actor was first married to Reena Dutta, and they have two children together. In 2005, Aamir married filmmaker Kiran Rao. The couple announced their separation in 2021 but have continued to maintain a friendly relationship and jointly raise their son while working together on select projects.

Gauri Spratt has largely stayed away from the limelight. Despite growing public interest in their relationship, she has preferred to keep her personal life private. Reports indicate that Gauri and Aamir have known each other for several years before deciding to take the next step in their relationship.

Known for balancing a successful film career with a private personal life, Aamir Khan has often avoided discussing family matters in public. His reported decision to opt for a low-key wedding is in line with his long-standing preference for privacy. 

As news of the upcoming ceremony continues  to make headlines, fans are eagerly waiting for an official glimpse of the celebrations. Whether through a family photograph or a public statement, many hope to see the couple share the joyful occasion with their well-wishers.

With this wedding, Aamir Khan appears ready to embrace a new phase in his life while continuing to focus on both his personal happiness and his significant contribution to Indian cinema.  

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Nolan’s Odyssey set to release July 17, hype machine kicks in

Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey is scheduled to release on July 17. Featuring an all-star cast led by Matt Damon, the film is the first feature ever shot entirely with full-frame IMAX film cameras, bringing Homer’s legendary epic to the big screen.

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Oscar-winning director Chris Nolan’s highly anticipated epic The Odyssey will have its world premiere on July 17 , 2026, taking audiences on an unforgettable ride into Homer’s timeless Greek epic.

The film tells the tale of the difficult journey King Odysseus undertook to return home after the Trojan War and is replete wiht mythical adventures and divine intervention in the seas.

Matt Damon plays Odysseus with Tom Holland as Telemachus and Anne Hathaway as Penelope. The movie also stars Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong’o, and Charlize Theron among others. Nyong’o’s casting as Helen of Troy has had social media in ferment the moment her casting was announced.

Said to have been produced with a budget of around $250 million, The Odyssey is Nolans’s most expensive film so far. It has also managed to create history as it has become the first feature film ever to be shot using full-frame IMAX film cameras.

The film represents Nolan’s comeback to history and myth making after the success of his previous offering, Oppenheimer. Odyssey is expected to set the bar even higher for epic movies through the combination of classic literature and modern technology.

The movie has been highly anticipated and has become one of the highly anticipated films of 2026 because of its director, cast, and large production scope. The Odyssey will also be introducing the Greek epic to a new generation.

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