Pathaan, Ek Tha Tiger, War and more: Top Indian spy thrillers you must watch on OTT platforms

This feature serves as the definitive guide to the seven most gripping Bollywood spy action-thrillers currently available to stream across various Over-The-Top (OTT) platforms
Pathaan, Ek Tha Tiger, War

MUMBAI: The cinematic landscape was recently shaken by the debut of Aditya Dhar’s gripping directorial venture, Dhurandhar, which premiered in cinemas on 5th December.

This high-stakes spy action thriller, boasting an impressive ensemble cast including Ranveer Singh, Sanjay Dutt, Arjun Rampal, Akshaye Khanna, and R Madhavan, has garnered resounding praise from both reviewers and the general public.

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Following your enjoyment of this ambitious film, here is a compiled and curated selection of seven essential spy thrillers currently available for viewing across various Over-The-Top (OTT) streaming platforms.

Pathaan (2023)

A monumental blockbuster that saw the return of Shah Rukh Khan as a grounded but formidable R&AW field agent. This high-octane spectacle is packed with spectacular action sequences and globe-trotting intrigue.

Ek Tha Tiger (2012)

Salman Khan’s turn as the fierce Indian agent, Tiger, against the backdrop of dangerous geopolitical missions. The first film sets the standard for the franchise, blending romance and thrilling action effectively.

War (2019)

A visually stunning, explosive face-off between two of the country's most elite agents, played by Hrithik Roshan and Tiger Shroff. It’s a pure adrenaline rush focused heavily on high-concept set pieces.

Madras Cafe (2013)

A gritty, politically charged thriller based on the events surrounding the Sri Lankan civil war. John Abraham delivers a commanding performance in this realistic, unflashy depiction of intelligence work.

Raazi (2018)

Alia Bhatt's career-defining role as an Indian spy married into a Pakistani military family during the 1971 Indo-Pak war. This film is a masterpiece of subtlety and tension, focusing on the immense personal sacrifice required in espionage.

Baby (2015)

Directed by Neeraj Pandey, this film follows an elite covert team tasked with dismantling a terrorist network. It is revered for its taut screenplay and realistic procedural approach to counter-terrorism.

Agent Vinod (2012)

Saif Ali Khan leads this slick, stylish caper that takes viewers on a complex, sprawling mission across continents to prevent a nuclear threat.

These seven films offer a brilliant masterclass in the genre, ensuring that viewers will remain captivated from the very first frame to the concluding credits.

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