If you have already binged the usual suspects like Mirzapur, Panchayat, Sacred Games and the handful of shows every list keeps repeating, this one is for you.

There are so many Hindi web series that slipped under the radar. They did not get big marketing pushes but offer stronger writing, deeper emotions and more memorable storytelling.

Here are 10 underrated Hindi shows worth adding to your watchlist when you want something fresh and different.

1. Yeh Meri Family

A nostalgic and warm slice of middle class life set in the late 90s. It brings back childhood memories, school life, family chaos and everything that made that era feel simple and heartfelt.

Where to watch: Prime Video

Recommended if you like: Nostalgic shows, family dramas

2. Breathe

A gripping psychological thriller about desperation and how far a father can go when pushed into a corner. Intense performances and a tight story make this one very underrated.

Where to watch: Prime Video

Recommended if you like: Crime thrillers, emotional drama

3. Kaafir

An emotional drama inspired by real events. It is about humanity, borders and hope. A quiet but powerful series that stays with you.

Where to watch: ZEE5

Recommended if you like: Emotional, character driven stories

4. Flip

An anthology series with twisted and unpredictable stories. Each episode has its own world and mood. A great pick if you like experimental content.

Where to watch: ALTBalaji

Recommended if you like: Anthologies, psychological stories

5. Smoke

A gritty crime drama set in Goa. It explores drugs, power and politics with a raw and stylish execution. Very underrated despite being well made.

Where to watch: Voot

Recommended if you like: Crime dramas, dark thrillers

6. The Raikar Case

A family thriller about secrets, lies and an unexpected death. Slow burn, emotional and very character heavy. Ideal for viewers who enjoy quiet mysteries.

Where to watch: Voot

Recommended if you like: Family mysteries, emotional thrillers

7. Undekhi

Begins with a shocking incident and unfolds into a tense thriller about power and morality. Strong performances and very gripping.

Where to watch: Sony LIV

Recommended if you like: Realistic thrillers

8. Bhram

A psychological drama with supernatural undertones. Eerie, slow and atmospheric. Not mainstream but perfect if you enjoy darker emotional storytelling.

Where to watch: ZEE5

Recommended if you like: Psychological shows, dark series

9. The Gone Game

A smart thriller shot during the lockdown period. Uses video calls, screens and isolation creatively to build suspense. Short, tight and very engaging.

Where to watch: Voot

Recommended if you like: Tech based thrillers, modern mysteries

10. The Final Call

A dark and introspective series that explores mental health, mortality and the choices people make under pressure. Heavy, thoughtful and underrated.

Where to watch: ZEE5

Recommended if you like: Slow burn drama, psychological thrillers

Why These Shows Are Underrated

• Very limited or almost no marketing

• Focus on writing rather than spectacle

• More nuanced and emotional tones

• Not built for mass commercial appeal

• Great for viewers who look for depth and originality

If your watchlist feels predictable, these underrated hindi web series will give you something meaningful and fresh to dive into.