Looking back at the Top 7 series that dominated OTT platforms as we say goodbye to 2022

With quality content coming from all over, 2022 has been a fantastic year for OTT. The best entertainment was available to viewers on OTT platforms, keeping them glued to their screens with everything from drama to action, romance to thrillers. As we get ready to say goodbye to this "entertaining year" in a few days, here is a look back at the Top 7 series that ruled hearts and dominated OTT platforms like Netflix, Zee5, Disney + Hotstar, MX Player, and others.

Prime Video: Panchayat Season 2

Panchayat Season 2 delighted viewers earlier this year on Prime Video following a successful first season. The television series, which starred Jitendra Kumar, Neena Gupta, Raghubir Yadav, Faisal Malik, and Chandan Roy, exceeded expectations thanks to its compelling plot, screenplay, direction, dialogue, and actor performances. In the second season, Abhishek (Jitendra) showed a greater interest in village politics as he studied for the CAT exams. IMDb gave Season 2 a strong 8.9+ rating because it was the ideal balance of drama, emotions, and humor.

MX Player: Aashram Season 3

 With unexpected plot twists and turns, the third episode of Prakash Jha's well-liked television series Aashram surprised viewers. The plot of Aashram centers on Baba Nirala (Bobby Deol), a godman and con man who has created a criminal and political empire under the guise of a spiritual business. The third season began with one of Baba's disciples, Pammi (Aaditi Pohankar), escaping his grasp after being sexually assaulted by him and vowing to exact revenge. Baba's lust for power and women and the shifting political fortunes of the state where his ashram is located were just a few of the many characters and storylines in the background. Ek Badnaam...Aashram, which starred Bobby Deol, Chandan Roy Sanyal, and Aaditi Pohankar, premiered on June 3rd, 2022, and received a resoundingly positive response from both critics and viewers. The series is available for free on MX Player and has a remarkable 7+ rating on IMDb.

Netflix : Bollywood Crime 2

With the release of season 2 this year, Delhi Crime, one of Netflix's well-liked productions starring Shefali Shah, Rajesh Tailang, and Rasika Dugal, has gained even more traction. Season 2 was centred on a fictionalized account of a true crime that took place in 2012, when city residents aged 65 and older were brutally murdered by serial killers. The police could not find the offender, even though the death rate had increased. For Vartika's team, ending this heinous string of killings will be challenging. Despite being more brutal and graphic, the sequel still managed to capture viewers' attention due to its deft handling and sensitivity.

SonyLIV: Gullak Season 3

Sony Liv's Gullak, one of the most adored slice-of-life series, accomplished a rare feat with Season this year, and it only got better. The Mishras returned to share their kisse-kahaniya about a middle-class family that is struggling to make ends meet and who is as accurate as anyone else. Season 3 featured the mature Mishra brothers, played by Vaibhav Raj Gupta, Geetanjali Kulkarni, Jameel Khan, and Harsh Mayar, in crucial roles. Annu's desires try to grow as Aman's aspirations do, but he decides it is better to sacrifice them for the family. The family dramedy was a triumph, featuring faultless acting supported by solid writing.

Criminal Justice: Adhura Sach, Season 3- Disney+ Hotstar

Disney+ This year saw the third season of the well-liked Hotstar series Criminal Justice. The most recent season centres on Zara Ahuja (Deshna Dugad), a well-known teenage celebrity, and Pankaj Tripathi once more donning the lawyer's coat as Madhav Mishra. When her stepbrother Mukul (Aaditya Gupta), the primary suspect in this case, is taken into custody, Madhav Mishra comes to his assistance. This eight-episode season became a huge hit thanks to a compelling screenplay and standout acting.

Dharavi Bank: MX Player

Dharavi Bank, one of MX Player's most eagerly awaited flagship properties, debuted on November 19, 2022. The series serves as Suniel Shetty's digital debut, hailed as one of the best revenge dramas of recent memory, and has an excellent 9+ rating on IMDb. The drama, set in the Dharavi slums of Mumbai, centers on the struggle for dominance between Chief Minister Janvi Surve and Joint Commissioner of Police Jayant Gavaskar against the notorious gangster Thalaivan, who has infiltrated the deepest parts of the slum. Dharavi Bank captivated viewers with its combination of high-octane action, drama, and exciting performances, and they are now eagerly anticipating Season 2. The series, directed by Samit Kakkad stars Suniel Shetty, Vivek Oberoi, Sonali Kulkarni, Luke Kenny, and Freddy Daruwala, among others, is currently available for free streaming on MX Player.

Saas Bahu Aur Achaar Pvt Ltd: Zee5

Saas Bahu Aur Achaar Pvt Ltd is one of the best drama series in 2022, with pivotal roles played by Yamini Das, Amruta Subhash, Manu Bisht, and Anjana Sukhani. The story's protagonist is a woman working hard to establish her pickle business and make enough money to win custody of her kids from her ex-husband. While her children choose the wrong path and present new challenges, she is assisted by her ex-mother-in-law in marketing and selling her pickles. It is a straightforward series with a positive message. What distinguishes this Zee5 content is how naturally the drama depicts the characters' bittersweet relationship.

If you haven't seen them yet, don't worry—you can still use your time wisely until the New Year arrives!