Leading OTT platforms including Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, SonyLIV, ZEE5 and Disney+ Hotstar launched many shows in 2020, which captured the attention of the people. Users engaged in binge-watching shows and web series during the COVID-19 lockdown. In this special segment, we will have a look at the most googled TV/web series in 2020.
List Of Most Searched TV/Web Series In 2020
1) Money Heist
Netflix's 'Money Heist' is one of the most popular series on the streaming giant. The Spanish heist crime drama also enjoys a significant fan following in India. It focuses on the story of 'The Professor' and his eight recruits, who carry out the 'biggest heist' in history. The series has received critical acclaim for its interesting storyline, impeccable performances of the actors and splendid direction. 'Money Heist' is also one of the most-watched non-English series on Netflix.
2) Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story
'Scam 1992: The Harshad Mehta Story' has emerged as one of the biggest hits of 2020 in the digital space. The web series, which is based on the 1992 Indian stock market scam committed by Harshad Mehta, has a rating of 9.5 on IMDb. It starred Pratik Gandhi, Shreya Dhanwanthary, Nikhil Dwivedi and Hemant Kher in key roles. The series turned out to be instrumental for SonyLIV in grabbing a good share of the market.
3) Bigg Boss 14
Salman Khan's 'Bigg Boss 14' is only the TV show, which has secured a spot in the list of most googled TV shows/web series in 2020. The popular reality show always manages to stay in limelight due to its drama-packed episodes. After a blockbuster 'Bigg Boss 13', all eyes were on 'BB 14'; however, the show has failed to set the TRP charts on fire. Despite the setback in terms of numbers, 'Bigg Boss 2020' is creating a lot of buzz on social media.
4) Mirzapur 2
Drugs, murder, lawlessness, guns and lust for power. These words are enough to describe 'Mirzapur'. The second season of the web series premiered on Amazon Prime Video on October 23 and emerged as one of the biggest hits on the OTT platform. Pankaj Tripathi, Divyenndu Sharma, Ali Fazal, Shweta Tripathi Sharma and Rasika Dugal's power-packed performances left the audience might impressed. The series has been renewed for a new season.
5) Paatal Lok
2020 was the year of web shows as several makers brought something new to the table. Unlike the films and TV shows which stick to one formula, producers decided to experiment with new concepts and theme. Anushka Sharma's 'Paatal Lok' garnered rave reviews from the fans and critics for its intriguing plot. Jaideep Ahlawat, Gul Panag, Neeraj Kabi, Ishwak Singh, and Abhishek Banerjee also received praises for their performance in the crime web series. It focused on Hathiram, a disillusioned cop who is given the responsibility to solve the case of an assassination attempt gone wrong.
6) Sex Education
Asa Butterfield, Ncuti Gatwa, Emma Mackey starrer 'Sex Education' became a roaring success for Netflix as it garnered over 40 million viewers in the first season. The new season premiered on January 17, 2020 and The story focused on Otis, insecure teenager, who struggles with his mother's profession and her interference in his life. Otis' mom is a sex therapist, who later visits his school to give talks on the subject of 'sex education'. All eyes are on the third season as viewers are excited to know if Otis and Meave will come together or not.
7) Breathe: Into the Shadows
Amazon Prime Video's 'Breathe Into The Shadows' marked the digital debut of Abhishek Bachchan. Abhishek played the role of Dr. Avinash Sabharwal in the crime drama thriller. Sabharwal's six-year-old daughter Siya was kidnapped by a masked man, who demanded him to murder a person to save his daughter. There's a big twist in tale as the masked man is none other than Avinash Sabharwal, who suffered from multiple personality disorder. The web series also starred Amit Sadh, and Nithya Menen in key roles.
8) Dark
Netflix's 'Dark' season three, which premiered on June 27, 2020, received a good response from the audience. The science fiction thriller focused on the characters from the fiction town of Winden in Germany as they tried to find out the truth after the disappearance of a child. The German series was appreciated for the plot, complexity of the narrative and acting.
9) Bandish Bandits
Amazon Prime's 'Bandish Bandits' grabbed several eyeballs during its premiere on the streaming platform. The story focused on Radhe, classical music student, and Tamanna, who is a pop sensation. Their worlds are different but they embarked on a journey of self-discovery. Ritwik Bhowmik, Shreya Chaudhry and Naseeruddin Shah starred in the musical drama.
10) Special Ops
'Special OPS' premiered on March 17, 2020 on Disney+ Hotstar. The espionage thriller is based on the role of Indian intelligence in real life terror attacks which took place in the country in the last 19 years, including the Mumbai 26/11 attacks. Kay Kay Menon was seen in the role of Himmat Singh, a senior RAW agent. The web series also featured Divya Dutta, Saiyami Kher, Karan Tacker, Muzammil Ibrahim and Vinay Pathak in pivotal roles.