The year 2023 has witnessed a surge in captivating and diverse content on OTT platforms, offering viewers an entirely fresh and engaging viewing experience. Among the array of choices, these Telugu web series have stood out, impressing audiences of all ages with their enthralling plots, stellar performances, and cutting-edge production.
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If you're a passionate binge-watcher, these top 9 Telugu web series on OTT platforms are a must-add to your watchlist:
ATM
ATM, a Telugu crime heist thriller set in Hyderabad, directed by C Chandra Mohan, boasts an ensemble cast featuring VJ Sunny, Krishna Burugula, Ravi Raj, Roiel Shree, Divi Vadthya, Divya Vani, and Prudhvi Raj. The storyline revolves around four youths from Hyderabad's slums, who resort to thievery for survival. Their lives take a drastic turn when they become embroiled in a high-profile case, earning them the tag of most-wanted suspects.
OTT platform: Zee5
Puli Meka
The crime-thriller television programme Puli Meka is directed by Chakravarthy Reddy. When terrible police killings rock Hyderabad, a female cop oversees the Special Investigation Team (SIT) and looks to a forensics specialist to spot trends and apprehend the perpetrator. But as more police officers are killed, media attention increases. Finally solving the case, the forensic specialist learns a startling reality. They set out on a difficult quest to reveal the true offenders because they are determined to pursue justice.
OTT platform: Zee5
Anger Tales
Anger Tales, a film by Prabhala Tilak, consists of four separate stories set in various locations. In the first, Ranga (Venkatesh Maha), an avid follower of a celebrity, is followed, while Pooja Reddy (Madonna Sebastian), a married woman dealing with difficulties with her vegan husband and mother-in-law, is the focus of the second. The third episode centres on Radha (Bindu Madhavi), a housewife whose landlord and family disturb her while she is sleeping.
The final story involves Giridhar, a 32-year-old guy who has issues because of his bald head. From celebrity followers and marital conflicts to disruptive landlords and self-esteem issues, each tale explores how severe anger management problems impact the characters' lives, providing a unique and thought-provoking perspective.
OTT platform: Disney Plus Hotstar
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Vyavastha
Vyavastha is a gripping legal drama directed by Anand Ranga that stars Sampath Raj, Karthik Rathnam, Hebah Patel, and Kamna Jethmalani. The plot follows recent law graduate Vamsi Krishna as he takes on seasoned attorney Chakraborty in a David vs. Goliath legal battle, offering a thrilling and captivating narrative. With his network of eminent attorneys, Chakraborty dominates the legal system, but Vamsi poses an intriguing challenge.
OTT platform: Zee5
Jhansi Season 2
Anjali is featured in the eagerly awaited Jhansi Season 2 sequel to the criminal drama. The kidnapper Ameesha, who kidnaps Jhansi and Dhruva, exposes shocking intentions for the crime. While violent mobster Caleb plots to take her life, Jhansi explores her history in an effort to find answers. A significant connection between Jhansi and a series of killings is discovered by cop Sakshi. Can Sakshi catch Jhansi? What links Jhansi and her allies to Caleb?
OTT platform: Disney Plus Hotstar
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Dead Pixels
The cast of Dead Pixels also includes Bhavana Sagi, Akshay Lagusani, Harsha Chemudu, Sai Ronak, and Niharika Konidela. Three introverts and one ambivert who bond via an online video game are the focus of the episode. It explores the contemporary reality where people spend more time online than in the real world. The characters are likeable and entertaining despite their shortcomings, rivalry, and cynicism. Gayatri, an obsessive gamer, experiences a startling turn when she finally meets her online crush in person, sparking personal growth and genuine friendships.
OTT Platform: Disney Plus Hotstar
Rana Naidu
The 2013 criminal TV series Ray Donovan was the inspiration for the action/crime drama Rana Naidu. Key characters are played by Gaurav Chopra, Suchitra Pillai, Rana Daggubati, Venkatesh Daggubati, and Surveen Chawla. The protagonist of the narrative is Rana Naidu, a talented "fixer of the stars" who cleans up after famous clientele. His family relationships are strained, and his estranged father, Naga Naidu, seeks reconciliation and retribution for his unjust imprisonment. As a result, his personal life suffers.
OTT Platform: Netflix
Hostel Days
The popular Hindi online series Hostel Daze was remade in Telugu as Hostel Days, which is helmed by Aditya Mandala and stars Darahas Maturu, Akshay Lagusani, Mouli Tanuj Prasanth, Anannyaa Akulaa, Aishwarya Hollakal, and Jaiyetri Makana. Six engineering students and their experiences living in dorms are the focus of the television show. The tale follows the trials and adventures that roommates Sai, Chitharanjan Bhattacharya, and Naveen Yadav, as well as newcomers Theppa, Kavya, and Rithika, face while living at the hostel.
OTT Platform: Amazon Prime Video
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Mayabazaar For Sale
The popular Hindi online series Hostel Daze was remade in Telugu as Hostel Days, which is helmed by Aditya Mandala and stars Darahas Maturu, Akshay Lagusani, Mouli Tanuj Prasanth, Anannyaa Akulaa, Aishwarya Hollakal, and Jaiyetri Makana. Six engineering students and their experiences living in dorms are the focus of the television show. The tale follows the trials and adventures that roommates Sai, Chitharanjan Bhattacharya, and Naveen Yadav, as well as newcomers Theppa, Kavya, and Rithika, face while living at the hostel.
OTT Platform: Zee5
In the realm of Telugu web series on OTT platforms, these top 9 picks for 2023 promise a captivating and diverse range of narratives that are bound to keep you entertained and engaged.
