From Sacred Games, Shekhar Home To The Great Indian Murder: 7 Web-Series That Are Book Adaptations

If you’re a fan of mysteries, there’s something uniquely thrilling about seeing your favourite suspenseful novels come to life on screen. Check out these 7 web-series that are book adaptations. Take a look here:  

This gripping series, based on Vikas Swarup’s novel ‘The Murder of Sonia Raikkonen’, dives into the intricate investigation of a high-profile murder. The adaptation captures the novel’s suspenseful narrative and sharp societal critiques.

Where to watch: Disney+Hotstar

Dive into the world of ‘Shekhar Home,’ a thrilling web series, inspired by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s stories. Shekhar, our charismatic lead, played by Kay Kay Menon navigates the lively streets of India, cracking complex cases that mix traditional vibes with modern-day mysteries. If you're a mystery lover, this series is your next binge-worthy obsession!

 Where to watch: JioCinema, 14th August onwards

Based on Vikram Chandra's sprawling novel, "Sacred Games" is a riveting crime thriller set in the heart of Mumbai. The story begins when a police officer, Sartaj Singh, receives a tip from a notorious gangster, Ganesh Gaitonde, who has been missing for years. As Sartaj delves deeper, he uncovers a vast conspiracy involving political corruption, organized crime, and dark secrets spanning decades. The series is known for its intricate plot, complex characters, and gritty portrayal of Mumbai’s underworld.

Where to watch: Netflix

This gripping series is based on M.K. Gupta’s novel ‘Murder in Mahim’. It follows the investigation of a high-profile murder in Mumbai’s Mahim area, uncovering a web of corruption and deceit. The show translates the novel’s suspenseful and intricate narrative into a compelling visual experience, delving into the dark underbelly of urban crime.

 Where to watch: JioCinema 

Novelist Louisa May Alcott's Little Women has had seven film adaptations to date. The latest, starring Bob Odenkirk, Chris Cooper, Eliza Scanlen, Emma Watson, Florence Pugh, James Norton, Laura Dern, Louis Garrel, Meryl Streep, Saoirse Ronan, Timothée Chalamet, and Tracy Letts, released in 2019 and has been written and directed by Greta Gerwig. Gerwig has been praised for refreshing this classic and leaving the audience wanting more. 

Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video

Directed by Dibakar Banerjee, this film brings to life the iconic detective from Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay’s ‘Byomkesh Bakshi’ series. Set in 1940s Calcutta, the film stars Sushant Singh Rajput as Byomkesh Bakshi as he investigates a complex case, faithfully adapting Chattopadhyay’s clever plotting and detailed period setting.

Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video

Mira Nair's 2020 television series A Suitable Boy is an adaptation of Vikram Seth’s 1993 novel. Set in 1951 post-independence India, it follows the intertwined lives of four families. The ensemble cast includes Tanya Maniktala, Tabu, Ishaan Khatter, Rasika Dugal, Mahira Kakkar, Ram Kapoor, Ranvir Shorey, and Vijay Varma, among others.

 Where to watch: Netflix