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Indian cinema has been exploring the theme of superstitions for years, and OTT platforms are no exception. Here are some compelling projects that delve into the world of Indian superstitions:
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Dahan- Raakan Ka Rahasya In this web series, Tisca Chopra plays an IAS officer who investigates a case where land is used for occult practices in a village. Saurabh Shukla plays the villager who gets embroiled in the investigation.
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Asur Arshad Warsi plays the protagonist who is on a hunt for a serial killer. The plot of this show takes inspiration from Vedic teachings and blends mythology with modern forensic science.
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Leila Huma Qureshi plays the role of a mother in search of her daughter in this dystopian fiction. The story touches upon themes of religion, oppression, and societal barriers.
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Ghoul This supernatural horror web series featuring Radhika Apte is set in a dystopian future where racial profiling is the norm. The plot also incorporates mythological elements, making it an interesting watch.
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Paatal Lok This crime thriller series is about a cop who is assigned a complex case of an assassination gone wrong. The show highlights issues in India related to caste, religion, and fake news.
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Aashram This popular series, which has already released three seasons, explores the lives of conmen and how they operate. With Bobby Deol playing the lead, Aashram is a gripping watch.
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Sacred Games Nawazuddin Siddiqui plays the role of a notorious gangster in this web series, while the plot takes inspiration from Hindu philosophy and some philosophical ideas. The show explores the events that lead up to a catastrophic event and the efforts of a cop trying to prevent it.