Delhi Crime documents the unyielding toil of the Delhi Police as the officers tackle top-tier victims of crimes committed in the National Capital Region of India. Offering the most realistic performances in any production of India to date, and centered on the commendable performances of Shefali Shah, Rasika Dugal, and Rajesh Tailang, the series has set the gold standard for all future representatives of the genre in India.
| Genre | Crime, Drama, Thriller |
| Inspired By | Real and fictional events |
| Main Cast | Shefali Shah (DCP Vartika Chaturvedi), Rasika Dugal, Rajesh Tailang |
| Platform to Watch | Netflix |
| Notable Features | Realistic portrayal of police work, female-led leadership, social and legislative themes |
| Awards | International Emmy Award for Best Drama Series (2020) |
Overview
Delhi Crime
Genre
Crime, Drama, Thriller
Language
Hindi, English, Telugu, Tamil, Spanish
Release Date
22 March 2019
Cast & Crew
Richie Mehta (the writer and director) and the other creators of the series spearheaded an authentic approach whereby relationships were built with the Delhi Police, and real case files were reviewed alongside real interviews with detectives. This series has created history for being the first Indian series to win the International Emmy Award for Best Drama Series by placing Indian web series on the world map in 2020.
Where to Watch
The TV show ‘Delhi Crime’ is streaming only on Netflix. Users can view every season of this crime drama on the streaming service and can also enjoy the show with subtitles, and in every other language Netflix offers. A subscription is needed to watch and Netflix works on mobile devices, tablets, smart TVs, and desktop computers.
Reasons to Watch
- Shefali Shah executed brilliant nuances of DCP Vartika Chaturvedi through deep emotional expressions and steady fixation.
- Growth, mentorship and strength were quietly celebrated by Rasika Dugal as she played the role of a junior officer Neeti Singh.
- Rajesh Tailang as Inspector Bhupendra Singh epitomized the understudied and uncelebrated essence of police work in all of its exhausting labor.
Videos
Trailer 1
FAQs
Is Delhi Crime a true story?
Yes, the first season is inspired by true events. The following seasons focus on real crimes as well as cases inspired by real events but are fiction.
Where to watch Delhi Crime?
The entire series is exclusive to Netflix, and you need a subscription to view all the seasons.
Who are the main actors of the series Delhi Crime?
The series features Shefali Shah as DCP Vartika Chaturvedi and has Rasika Dugal and Rajesh Tailang playing important roles.
How many seasons of “Delhi Crime” are available?
There are three seasons of the show on Netflix as of now.
