5 underrated female-led thrillers on Netflix, Prime Video, Zee5: Priyanka Chopra’s 7 Khoon Maaf to Radhika Apte’s Mrs Undercover

Out of the numerous movies that offer a wide selection for viewers, a few excellent films are often overlooked. In this piece, we’ve curated some thrillers featuring female leads that are definitely worth revisiting on streaming platforms. Ranging from Priyanka Chopra Jonas’s 7 Khoon Maaf to Radhika Apte’s Mrs. Undercover, there is something appealing for all tastes!

5 captivating movies on OTT led by female actors:

1. 7 Khoon Maaf

Where to watch: Netflix

Under the direction of Vishal Bhardwaj, the movie “7 Khoon Maaf” draws inspiration from a true-life tale about a woman who murdered several times in pursuit of love. This highly acclaimed film received numerous awards across various platforms. Starring Priyanka Chopra Jonas, along with Vivaan Shah, John Abraham, Neil Nitin Mukesh, Irrfan Khan, Annu Kapoor, Naseeruddin Shah, and others, the 2011 production was a significant work in Bollywood.

2. Mulk

Where to watch: Prime Video

Following years of work within the entertainment sector, Taapsee Pannu achieved prominence through her role in the social drama film Mulk. This 2018 production, helmed by Anubhav Sinha, focuses on a family’s efforts to restore their reputation after one of its members becomes entangled in terrorism activities. The movie further stars the late Rishi Kapoor.

3. Missing

Where to watch: Prime Video

Many people might recognize this lesser-known gem, but it’s definitely worth checking out. “Missing” is a suspenseful film that tells the story of a couple whose young daughter mysteriously disappears from their hotel room during the night. The 2018 movie by Mukul Abhyankar stars Tabu, Manoj Bajpayee, and Annu Kapoor.

4. Kaafir

Where to watch: Zee5

Originally aired as a television series titled “Kaafir,” directed by Sonam Nair, this 2019 production narrates the captivating story of a woman from POK who is falsely accused and imprisoned as a militant upon crossing the Line of Control (LOC) into Indian territory. The acclaimed web series, featuring Dia Mirza and Mohit Raina, has now been transformed into a movie and was recently made available on a widely used streaming platform. It is based on the inspiring true account of Shehnaz Parveen.

5. Mrs. Undercover