I don't write reviews but the ratings break my heart. The show shows exactly what is wrong with the Indian society. The bad ratings and the backlash proves how ignorant and overtly sensitive we are to the truth.
Stellar performances, incredibly layered characters, amazing character building, brilliant writing & direction.
This tops Sacred Games for me as an overall show. Believe a stranger, give it a watch if you haven't. Watch it with an open mind. Set aside your ego and privileges before you do, though.
1,415 Reviews
Excellent series
arif-6148126 May 2020
DON'T PAY HEED TO NEGATIVE REVIEWS!
alphadude00716 May 2020
It seems like the series is attracting a lot of negative reviews from biased and fascist sections of the population. Don't believe them, this series is definitely worth watching. The series shows things as they are happening in India, which cannot be classified as propoganda. A brilliant series that is essential watching.
Underrated gem
Puroo19 March 2021
At first I was ignoring it thinking it's just some discount Mirzapur show. Also I believed the whole "Anti Hindu" controversy and thought it's also like Ashram or something like that. Turns out I was wrong. I watched it on the last day of my Prime subscription and I binge watched it in one sitting of 10 hours. After watching it even Mirzapur looks like Hum Saath Saath Hain.
Brilliant Performances and Great Storytelling
jetkot4 June 2020
It gets you hooked. It is a brilliant story that keeps you at the edge of your seat. Jaideep Alhawat is brilliant as the leading man. Neeraj Kabi never dissapoints but the star of the show is Abhishek Banerjee. He is simply brilliant in every scene.
The background stories of Tope, Tyagi, Kabir and Cheeni showcases the true horrors plaguing my beloved country.
Fella_shibby17 October 2022
I saw this few days back on Amazon Prime n i found this to be more darker than Sacred Games.
It is one of the best police investigative thriller n Jaideep Ahlawat nailed the character of Haathi Singh. What a performance he gave.
The series has lots of twists n turns but it gets very gory n brutal at times. I forwarded the rape scene.
The last episode fits exactly like a jigsaw puzzle.
This series delves into the ideas of caste discrimination, religious communalism, political corruption and the repercussions of violence.
In an industry where everyone wants to be politically correct, this one has *alls of steel to tackle religious fanaticism, persecution of minorities, subjugation of the lower castes, child abuse, discrimination against transgenders and the pathetic state of women safety in rural India.
It is one of the best police investigative thriller n Jaideep Ahlawat nailed the character of Haathi Singh. What a performance he gave.
The series has lots of twists n turns but it gets very gory n brutal at times. I forwarded the rape scene.
The last episode fits exactly like a jigsaw puzzle.
This series delves into the ideas of caste discrimination, religious communalism, political corruption and the repercussions of violence.
In an industry where everyone wants to be politically correct, this one has *alls of steel to tackle religious fanaticism, persecution of minorities, subjugation of the lower castes, child abuse, discrimination against transgenders and the pathetic state of women safety in rural India.
Best Indian Web Series of 2020
soberguy-7808226 May 2020
One of the finest TV series coming from India.
authentic_writer15 May 2020
Warning: Spoilers
I was hooked to it from the very first episode, the main character is a true representation of the everyday man, flawed yet tenacious. The characters were intricately put together and the pacing was absolutely perfect. This is an absolute gem and it needs to be experienced. Absolutely loved it, cannot wait for Season 2.
Good story, amazing acting
perlshop30 May 2020
A delicately woven, intricately dark and complex thriller which a slow burn but leaves you satisfied at the end
nidhunmoviebuff16 May 2020
#PaatalLok #AmazonPrimeVideo #Review #SpoilerFree
Paatal Lok is a delicately woven, intricately dark and complex thriller. While it never rises to the levels of Sacred Games (Season 1 atleast), superb performances from Jaideep Ahlawat (Officer Hathiram) and Neeraj Kabi (Sanjeev Mehra) elevate the series to a single weekend binge watch that will leave you yearning for more.
Directors Avinash Arun and Prosit Roy have managed to capture the essence of current Indian politics, castelism, islamophobia, the spread of fake news and sesnationalistic journalism all in one finely written plot. Even the smallest characters are superbly cast with a special shout out to Mairembam Singh (Cheeni) and Abhishek Banerjee (Hathoda Tyagi).
Well worth the weekend binge. Hoping for a season 2
Paatal Lok is a delicately woven, intricately dark and complex thriller. While it never rises to the levels of Sacred Games (Season 1 atleast), superb performances from Jaideep Ahlawat (Officer Hathiram) and Neeraj Kabi (Sanjeev Mehra) elevate the series to a single weekend binge watch that will leave you yearning for more.
Directors Avinash Arun and Prosit Roy have managed to capture the essence of current Indian politics, castelism, islamophobia, the spread of fake news and sesnationalistic journalism all in one finely written plot. Even the smallest characters are superbly cast with a special shout out to Mairembam Singh (Cheeni) and Abhishek Banerjee (Hathoda Tyagi).
Well worth the weekend binge. Hoping for a season 2
Great intro to top notch Indian TV
cushtycom5 March 2021
Brilliant brutal unflinching funny daring. Certainly a different way of storytelling which pulls no punches. an introduction to areas of modern and historic India that I wasn't aware of. Great performances, top quality production. Max points
Amazing. True Detective Season 1 in Indian setting.
allkillahnofillah21 May 2021
I can't help but seeing this as the True Detective Season 1 in Indian setting.
Everything is not as it seems and there's so many layers to these secrets. Even the protagonist is a flawed character but trying very hard to finish this one particular make or break case.
Just like the True Detective, the protagonists need to solve this case to the very end, no matter what it unravels. Kudos to the writers, directors and actors/actresses and all that made this show possible.
Everything is not as it seems and there's so many layers to these secrets. Even the protagonist is a flawed character but trying very hard to finish this one particular make or break case.
Just like the True Detective, the protagonists need to solve this case to the very end, no matter what it unravels. Kudos to the writers, directors and actors/actresses and all that made this show possible.
Good combo of violence, casteism, nudity, suspense and drama with some political angle.
prafullasrivastav16 May 2020
Direction: Avinash Arun and Prosit Roy has done brilliant job behind the camera as they have created parallel world to Gangs of Wasseypur. But it has Left - Right and Hindu- Muslim clashes which are too much to irritate the audience.
Performance: Jaideep Ahlawat and Abhishek Banerjee steal the show with their career's the best performances. Neeraj Kabi is also in good in touch. There is great show in terms of supporting performances by Ishwak Singh, Niharika Lyra Dutt, Rajesh Sharma, Swastika Mukherjee, Jagjeet Sandhu, Akash Khurana, Anup Jalota and Savitri(Dog).
Script: After Asur, trailer of Paatal Lok gave hint for another mythological based crime drama series. However it is totally disappointed with the genre except web-series title Paatal Lok. It started with some crime and then drill down to history of crime and ended with pre-mature conclusion. In final episode, audience need more crispy and nail-biting thriller. One good thing about script is they have utilized each and every character in this series even dog.
Last words: Definitely there are many points which can be improved to make it worth binge watch web-series.
Performance: Jaideep Ahlawat and Abhishek Banerjee steal the show with their career's the best performances. Neeraj Kabi is also in good in touch. There is great show in terms of supporting performances by Ishwak Singh, Niharika Lyra Dutt, Rajesh Sharma, Swastika Mukherjee, Jagjeet Sandhu, Akash Khurana, Anup Jalota and Savitri(Dog).
Script: After Asur, trailer of Paatal Lok gave hint for another mythological based crime drama series. However it is totally disappointed with the genre except web-series title Paatal Lok. It started with some crime and then drill down to history of crime and ended with pre-mature conclusion. In final episode, audience need more crispy and nail-biting thriller. One good thing about script is they have utilized each and every character in this series even dog.
Last words: Definitely there are many points which can be improved to make it worth binge watch web-series.
Acting is good but story and screenplay is average
rohinibanerjee-5046015 May 2020
I started with lots of expectations but found it bit slow. Acting wise all actors have done brilliant work especially Jaideep Ahlawat and A banerjee. Story could have better. Neeraj kabi acting was average. One time watch. Dont keep much hopes.
Superb acting with superb script and direction make a superb movie
saurabhsharma-6307917 May 2020
This movie revolves around a inspector who is solving case and our system which is rotten is real and reel life both. Alhawat ji acting was superb and his Haryanvi accent and style ,look Acting and everything was amazing and worth for praising He totally steal the show the on him only. These types of movie is only showing how such type of actors are brilliant and capable of doing big things and the story also tells that public will not praise And tolerate stupid stories with big actors Theory and in future, your work and story and direction will be everything.
Alhawat ji you were amazing and the one also who was is subordinate and preparing for IPS both were amazing.Loved it
Best Hindi Web series on Prime
ishgrewal8315 May 2020
Another good watch from Prime!!!
ravikant-9114426 May 2020
Somehow Prime has got hold of Indian Audience nerves. They keep getting it better and better. Started with Breathe, then Mirzapur and now this. No cheesiness, straight story telling, beautiful direction, genius screenplay and editing. And amazingly realistic shots of Delhi police stations and Chitrakoot locations. Perfect casting and mind blowing background score. Great work for the first time production of Anushka Sharma team. Kudos and keep it coming. Now wait for season 2 begins...!!
Fantastic
ansegal15 May 2020
Warning: Spoilers
Spell bound I was and for a change the police seems real and courtyside good..yes as always there that liberal agenda and that voice of how the moslem are mistreated. But that seems to be set agenda of Bollywood. The series is so enthralling that I bing watched it all night 🌙 oh the lead police inspector his an very very well crafter role. Loved it he is the protagonist the series is from his view
One of finest of 2020
aspnishanth-8186015 May 2020
As usual
sanhitakulkarni18 May 2020
Sets A Bench Marks.
alokranjan-3495215 May 2020
Warning: Spoilers
If a category like "perfect" in the Indian web series categories exists, then "Patal Lok" must be top in the list.
The whole series was like a journey. In which the character Inspector Hathiram Chaudhary was a co-passenger the viewers like me.
The series seems to satisfy every type of audience, giving a happy ending with unexpected climaxes.
This series has become so good that the writer of this series will continue to have a lot of pressure over the director, producer and all the other participants to bring its counterpart to the next season.
This series has set a benchmark.
The responsibility has fully played, given to Jaideep Ahlawat.
Best wishes to Cast and Crew.
The whole series was like a journey. In which the character Inspector Hathiram Chaudhary was a co-passenger the viewers like me.
The series seems to satisfy every type of audience, giving a happy ending with unexpected climaxes.
This series has become so good that the writer of this series will continue to have a lot of pressure over the director, producer and all the other participants to bring its counterpart to the next season.
This series has set a benchmark.
The responsibility has fully played, given to Jaideep Ahlawat.
Best wishes to Cast and Crew.
Must watch
rutiknpawar15 May 2020
Very poor depiction
vilasbvrao17 May 2020
Best series to watch during Lockdown
kakauppal19 May 2020
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