The crime-drama genre is one genre that no one can resist. The rush that you get when you watch thrilling content is unmatched.

Sitting inside your home in the pandemic can get boring and frustrating sometimes. Watching an engaging movie can help you get your mind off things for a while. Here are 10 Bollywood crime-dramas that you can watch to add spice to your monotonous life:

1. Andhadhun (2018)

Starring Ayushmann Khurrana, Radhika Apte and Tabu in pivotal roles, this film is the whole package. It has comedy, mystery, romance and action all rolled into one. A masterpiece by Sriram Raghavan, it will surprise you with many twists and turns along the way. 

2. Drishyam (2015)

What happens when a family member commits a crime unknowingly? This film follows the story of a family that is caught in a murder case when the son of the SP is found dead. It will surely keep you at the edge of your seat till the end.

3. Raid (2018)

Ajay Devgn starrer, Raid is another thriller masterpiece that Bollywood gave us. Based on a true story, a senior income tax officer investigates an influential man in Lucknow when he receives an anonymous tip against him. Watch till the end to find out who the whistle-blower is.

4. Kahani (2012)

A woman travels to Kolkata from London to search for her missing husband. However, the audience is in for a surprise as things are not what they seem. Directed by Sujoy Ghosh, Kahani has a power-packed performance by Vidya Balan.

5. Talaash: The Answer Lies Within (2012)

Inspector Shekhawat and his wife deal with the loss of their son in their own way. The inspector busies himself with the case of a celebrity’s mysterious death. The ending will leave you shocked.

6. NH10 (2015)

This is a violent tale of a couple that witnesses an honour killing. What happens after the couple decides to take action against the family that is ready to go to any length to eliminate this interference from outsiders? Anushka Sharma’s performance in NH10 will definitely give you chills.

7. Mardaani 2 (2019)

Rani Mukherjee reprises her role as the fierce SP Shivani Roy. Sunny, a murderer and rapist is on the loose while the lives of innocent girls are at stake. The chase to catch him will keep you on your toes till the end.

8. Badla (2019)

Another Sujoy Ghosh directorial, this movie plays with your mind and perceptions. Amitabh Bachchan and Taapsee Pannu pair for the second time to deliver another hit. When a successful businesswoman is charged with her lover’s murder, she hires a lawyer to get her out of this murky situation. You are in for a lot of surprises as the plot progresses and several revelations are made.

9. Talvar (2015)

Based on the Aarushi-Hemraj murder case, the parents of a teenager are accused of the double murder of their daughter and domestic help. An investigator tries to reach the truth of the matter. Directed by Meghna Gulzar, the movie stars Irrfan Khan, Konkona Sen Sharma and Neeraj Kabi.

10.Article 15 (2019)

This movie explores the sensitive issue of brutal caste-based violence in rural India. After appearing mostly in easy-going, chocolate boy avatars, we see Ayushmann Khurrana in a serious role as a police officer in Article 15.