5 Netflix Original Shows And Films Based On Real-Life People Or Events: Maharaj to Indian Predator

Netflix Originals Based On Real Events:  Netflix hosts an array of original films and shows for a diverse audience. From romantic comedies to shows inspired by or based on real-life events and personalities. The latter adds a natural curiosity for the content as the realities turn to a reel to chronicle the ways in which an incident might have transpired. Watching shows and films based on real-life tragedies or victories resets the emotions of empathy, kindness, and even disgust. So if you are looking for Netflix originals based on real-life events or people here are five picks. 

Maharaj

Marking the Bollywood debut of Aamir Khan’s son Junaid Khan, the movie is based on the Maharaj Libel Case of 1862. In a courtroom clash between an independent journalist Karsan Das and religious leader JJ, the film chronicles the social practice of exploiting women in the name “charan seva” prevalent in the Vaishnava community. If you are looking for impressive dialogues, weaving a plot of social exploitation in a legal battle, ‘Maharaj’ can be your bet.  

Shahbash Mithu 

Essaying the role of Mithali Raj, former Test and ODI captain of the women's national cricket team is Taapsee Pannu. Directed by Srijit Mukherjee, the biographical sports drama will give you an insight into the life of Mithali and her journey to gaining the heights she achieved in her career as a sportswoman in Indian cricket. For the fans of cricket, the movie will allow you to witness the different challenges a gender brings in sports people’s lives.  

Amar Singh Chamkila 

Amar Singh Chamkila is the highest-selling artist in Punjab. Imtiaz Ali brought the life of Chamkila to the screen chronicling his journey as a marginalized caste individual rising to fame in a hierarchical Punjab of the 1980s where the music industry has been dominated by pre-established singers. If a vibrant musical drama based on a rather colorful personality is your desire, Amar Singh Chamkila will not fail you. 

Delhi Crime

The two-season series earned Shefali Shah a nomination for the International Emmy Award for Best Actress. Season 1 narrates the incident and aftermath of the 2012 Delhi Gang Rape also known as the Nirbhaya case while season 2 shifts the focus to the Chaddi Baniyan Gang. The series became the first Indian series to receive the award for Best Drama Series at Emmys. It is best for those who enjoy gripping crime tales told with empathy and nuance.

Indian Predator Series 

The show Indian Predator has a total of 4 different series i.e. The Butcher of Delhi, The Diary of a Serial Killer, Murder in a Courtroom, and Beast of Banglore. The series is perfect for those looking for a kicking docu-series that will inflict goosebumps with the reality of the world around them. 

These shows inspired by real incidents will keep you hooked with their compelling plot and story-telling.