Top 10 Best Indian T.V. Shows of All Time
You know an Indian T.V. show is special when one dialogue, one background tune, or one dramatic stare can send you straight back to the sofa where you first watched it. This list celebrates the serials, comedies, romances, family sagas, and thrillers that made you laugh loudly, argue with the screen, and defend your favorite jodi like it was a national duty. Some of these shows gave you comfort after school or work, while others turned every episode into a full family discussion with snacks, side comments, and at least one person predicting the next twist.
You will find stories driven by chemistry, friendship, sacrifice, slapstick, suspense, and the kind of emotional scenes that somehow make background music do half the talking. Vote for the shows you think deserve the top spot, because in Indian television, loving a show quietly is never as satisfying as backing it with full filmy confidence.
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Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon?
Clearly the best romantic serial, with amazing chemistry between the main leads, who I find to be the best-looking male and female actors. Wonderful acting and beautiful characterization with love, caring, and closeness within family members make it heartwarming. The beautiful background music and songs add to its charm.
It's a drama worth watching repeatedly. By far, it's my favorite drama, with none coming anywhere close to it.
Ipkknd is the best serial in the world! Sanaya makes everything funny, and Barun - his attitude is everything. The show is really unique. Trust me, everyone will fall in love with this show because it's so good.
It's a show that will stick with you. I have watched this show 100 times - okay, maybe not 100 times, but in total, I've watched it 8 times. I finish every single episode and watch it till the end, and then I keep rewatching it.
You can watch Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon? on Hotstar. I'm pretty sure it works in every country, though Hotstar doesn't work in mine. Amazingly, I can still watch Ipkknd. Please, please watch this show if you haven't already!
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Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah
A satirical serial. Even though there are actually just two or three weird characters, you'll surely enjoy watching this show. It's full of trademark reactions, trademark dialogues, and trademark fun.
This is the best TV show I have ever seen. Please vote for this serial.
What can I say about this show? Ever since its beginning and up to today, it has been brilliant, great, and superb. It's surely the best comedy show ever on Indian television.
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Qubool Hai
Qubool Hai (Season 1) is the best show ever. I don't know Hindi well, as I am Australian, but I have watched quite a few Hindi shows before. Trust me, this story of Asad and Zoya is unique and simply the best.
An emotionally challenged guy with OCD and a chirpy, clumsy girl, full of fun, make a perfect couple. As I am writing this today, I remember each and every AsYa moment. Their fights, care, love - basically everything - is goals.
I have watched this show (Season 1) seven times, and I am still watching it on YouTube. I even asked a few of my friends to watch it, and now it's their favorite show as well. I would recommend this show (Season 1) to anyone who is a fan of romantic love stories. AsYa are the best couple in the world, and when I say this, I really mean it. I hope they make more shows like this. Trust me, this show is really worth watching. Give it a shot.
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Ek Hazaaron Mein Meri Behna Hai
The bonding between all the characters is amazing, from couples to brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law. All characters are portrayed really well. Definitely worth watching!
I love this show because it is really different from other shows. This drama showcases the powerful bond and relationship two sisters have with each other, and how they face difficulties together.
The bond between the sisters feels so real! Viren and Virat are so hot too! I love the couples' sizzling chemistry and the funny moments.
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Comedy Nights with Kapil
This is the funniest and best comedy show ever! It's way better than Comedy Circus. Kapil actually looks better than any actor and is a better actor too.
But Sidhu is really annoying. He laughs at his own jokes, which aren't even funny. He's stupid, I mean Sidhu. If Sidhu were removed, this show would be at the top of the list!
Even though these things have happened, I'll rate it 5/5 because it's not easy to make people laugh, and it's especially challenging in such situations. Kapil is making efforts, and I salute him. #haters
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Dill Mill Gayye
Best show! I never watched this show when it first aired on TV because we never had Indian channels then. But I've watched this show on the internet, and it's very entertaining. Whenever I am free, I turn on my computer and watch it.
I want to finish the show, but I have only watched 132 episodes and there are so many more. I wish that some directors would come up with a show like this. It is the best show that has ever been made. I hope they make a show like this one because all the new shows are boring. I liked the storyline for Dill Mill Gayye, especially how it was about doctors. It is the best show.
I can never love a show more than I love this one. The story is about five doctors and their friendships and love lives. The best thing about the drama, other than the storyline, is the couple Armaan and Ridhimma. They share a love that everyone can relate to. It's heartwarming, passionate, and above all, a feel-good type of love. The love that Armaan and Ridhimma share is the kind every girl dreams of and every boy admires.
As for the story, the way these doctors connect with their patients is so real and amazing. This drama is hands down the best. I have so much to say, yet no words to express it.
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Diya Aur Baati Hum
I really enjoyed watching this serial and hope it encourages men to support their wives in achieving their dreams, and women to support their husbands in return at the same time.
The show depicts the dilemma that most Indian girls face impeccably. They struggle to balance or even choose between their family and dreams.
I love the story, and all the actors and actresses play their roles very well. I love the theme song as well.
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Kumkum Bhagya
Quite a treat to watch. Sometimes the storyline gets dragged unnecessarily, but I can't blame the crew. It's a fabulous show!
The actors are credible for their acting skills. They seem natural. It's like watching a rom-com. The dialogues are so well written. I still follow this show to date.
Awesome show! It has a great story and really great acting by the entire cast. Love it!
The cutest show I have ever seen! Better than most other shows, and Sriti Jha is so beautiful and cute, and Shabbir is handsome as well! #CutenessOverload + #GreatCasting!
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Pyaar Kii Ye Ek Kahaani
It's just the best serial I've ever liked. It's neither a short series with only a hundred episodes nor a long, dragging one. With a decent episode count of over three hundred, I appreciate how they portrayed the love story of Abhay and Piya without any unnecessary twists.
It's a must-watch Hindi serial. Vivian gave his best to it.
I think this is the number 1 drama in India. Its story is amazing, and I recommend this drama to everyone. Its background music is heart-touching. This is my favorite drama.
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Yeh Rishta Kya Kehlata Hai
The best thing about the show is that it does not show any conspiracy going on between relationships.
Yeh Rishta is an outstanding family show!
I don't know how this is at number 10.
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Yeh Rishtey Hain Pyaar Ke
The best serial I have ever watched, as it is different from typical daily soaps and questions the age-old concepts of marriage.
Mishbir is the best couple and not like the typical daily soap couples who fight each other at first. This show proved that every relationship starts with friendship.
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Patiala Babes
This is the best story about a mother-daughter relationship. VOTE!
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Kitani Mohabbat Hai
The couple was amazing, had fiery chemistry, and a lot of cute scenes to remember them by. Arjun and Aarohi have a complicated love story that takes many twists and turns but always arrives at its final destination. Watch it!
A great show full of sacrifices, loyalty, and love. Arjun and Arohi share great on-screen chemistry as well as off-screen. Nothing can compare to this, ever! It also has the greatest song!
Honestly, no matter how much I say it's good, it's still not enough. So I'm just going to say, if you haven't watched it yet, you're missing out big time!
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Madhubala
I love the intensity in the love story. It is very different from other love stories, as they show the extreme pain in their relationship. Drashti is a fabulous actress and is amazing in emotional scenes.
Vivian, aka RK, delivers amazing dialogues that take the intensity to another level. Both actors have great chemistry, and I love them.
This was, by far, the most interesting show I have ever seen. I really enjoy every bit of it. The acting is mind-blowing, and the actors are incredibly talented. This is one of the best, I think.
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Saraswatichandra
This was the best romantic drama ever! An amazing love story, great chemistry, and great acting. It is a must-watch. It will make you cry and get attached to Saras and Kumud.
It's the best show I have ever seen. The actress is beautiful, and both the hero and heroine suit each other a lot.
I love the plot of this serial, and how Kumud recognizes her love without seeing him. They look very cute together.
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Miley Jab Hum Tum
All-time favourite show! I've watched this since I was 10 years old. Amazing show and cast! You will love this show if you're thinking of starting to watch Hindi T.V. serials. It centres around 2 sisters who adjust to city life, where they face problems with love, education, family, truth, life, and emotions. Just like Dill Mill Gayye. You should watch this!
This is a great teen or young adult show. If you want less family drama and more friend interactions, then this is definitely the show for you!
I have seen almost everything here, and believe me, MJHT rocks more than many shows. It's the best if you want to see some college fun and friendships, and it's among some very awesome love stories. Miley Jab Hum Tum, Iss Pyaar Ko Kya Naam Doon, and Dil Mil Gayye (1st season) were all awesome!
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Do Dil Ek Jaan
Great lead actors and a nice, sad storyline. The emotional bond between the actors is real. It's a nice change.
Best show ever. The actors and the story are amazing. It deserves number 1.
Beautiful show with a heartbreaking storyline.
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Pavitra Rishta
Pavitra Rishta was an okay drama for me overall. I would be hooked on and off by it. In the beginning, Pavitra Rishta was amazing and it was a household name. Every evening my family would get together to watch this drama. Even on big days like Thanksgiving and Christmas, we would watch Pavitra Rishta.
It then transitioned from generation to generation. The story got a bit hazy from time to time, but it was okay to deal with. The love between Asha and Ritwik was wonderful, and the same goes for Ankita and Sushant. It was a promising drama and it ended with mixed feelings, but overall positive ones.
Because Pavitra Rishta is the story of a couple, Manav and Archana Deshmukh, and their families. Archana is an uneducated girl who takes care of her family and always puts them first. Manav is a mechanic who solely earns and supports his family.
Manav and Archana marry and then fall in love with each other. They face many difficult circumstances, but their love and trust in each other help them overcome all the hurdles in their life. The show focuses on their journey and their pavitra rishta.
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Geet - Hui Sabse Parayi
I've watched it many times and never get tired of watching it over and over. Especially the lead characters, Maan and Geet, make the perfect couple with incredible chemistry. Their eye contact, silence, and portrayal of feelings are so captivating that I can honestly say I haven't found such perfect chemistry in any other serial.
Not a single scene featuring them can bore anyone. It only increases the heart rate.
Really great show! It makes me cry when I don't expect it because the actors are that great, especially Gurmeet. The background characters add to the show (like Dadi! Love her!), and they're not annoying (except for the bad guys).
It makes you think about essential philosophical questions (e.g., Can bad people be forgiven? What is love? Etc.). The transitions make sense, and they make sure that small details are taken care of. Great show. You can't help but smile when the main two are together. Even if they're arguing, it's cute. Must watch!
I'm surprised this isn't number one, or at least in the top 5. I'm guessing it's rigged...
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Jodha Akbar
It is the best TV serial I have ever watched.
The portrayal by the actors and the heart-touching love story between a ferocious Mughal ruler and a kind-hearted Rajput princess is just awesome.
The storyline completely touched my heart. My suggestion is that this is not a waste of time. It is an absolute masterpiece.
Rajat and Paridhi were literally born to play these characters.
The Jodha Akbar series ranks first or second in the top 10 on all pages. I have really noticed this on all pages.
This is the most deserving serial and is so totally underrated! I love it. It's awesome! The sets are borrowed from the song Lean On, which is topping YouTube. The costumes, jewelry, sets, and actors are all beautiful.
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Ek Hasina Thi
Like revenge? Well, this show is perfect for it! So much drama with so many clever plans! It's one of my favorite shows! I hated the fact that it ended, but as everyone says, every good thing needs to end. So whatever shows are still going on aren't that great.
Must watch this show! I can watch this show forever, but I've already watched it 10 times and might start my eleventh time this weekend. Every move is a surprise, and at every step, you will find your emotions.
This show is absolutely perfect for people who like revenge, but in a sly way. This drama never gets boring, with something to look forward to in each next episode. It is definitely a must-watch!
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Sarabhai vs. Sarabhai
No drama can match its level. No matter how many times you watch it, your heart can never get over this show. It's a sensible and humorous show wrapped with endearing and cute characters who are enough to catch your eyes.
Best comedy show ever produced in Indian TV drama. I hope it never stops. I'm waiting for Season 3! Why it stopped after Season 1 is still a mystery.
The best Indian series! This show is representative of what Indian TV is capable of. Sadly, we are stuck with cookie-cutter romances, saas-bahu sagas, and weird characterizations of Indian society.
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Dil Dostii Dance (D3)
The friendship and fun between the actors look so real. Watching this show just makes my day. Dil Dostii Dance is an awesome show that you should never miss.
Complete package of dance, love, and friendship. Teens relate to this show with their lives.
The cutest story of love, friendship, and dance. I can't stay without watching it. Love it so much!
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Sapne Suhane Ladakpan Ke
Please put this show back on TV.
I like this show. It's just great. I particularly like Rachna and Kabir. I hope this serial continues forever.
A cute story revolving around two cousin sisters.
It airs on T.V. at 7:30 on Zee T.V.
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Pyaar Ka Dard Hai Meetha Meetha Pyaara Pyaara
I have watched all the episodes of this show. If I miss any, I watch the repeat telecast. It is so cool and amazing. This show is very different from other serials.
I can't forget about this series. Pankhudi always tries to keep her family happy and relaxed. She has a deep relationship with her husband Adi. This story combines various phenomena and interesting storylines, and that's why I have voted for it.
It is an excellent show with a great plot. The actors are really amazing. I love it because they address all the issues that common families face during their lifetime. It is so natural.
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C.I.D.
C.I.D. is a highlight for me. Honestly, it is a show I can enjoy, with such interesting plots in each episode. Even criminals don't do the crimes they have solved, but then again, it is a good crime-based show. If you are into criminal justice, then I would recommend this drama for you.
I love this show. This is a complete family show. This is a very classic show. I love watching C.I.D.
This show is a classic. I've been watching it for years, and I'm so glad it's still airing on T.V.
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Yeh Hai Mohabbatein
Yeh Hai Mohabbatein is the best Indian serial I have ever seen. It is such a beautiful love story, and many social issues are expressed so beautifully, such as divorce, infertility, remarriage, and custody of children. The cast, story, and dialogue are just tremendous.
Among the actors, I love Karan Patel, Ruhanika Dhawan, and Anita Hassanandani the most. I also like Sangram Singh, Shruti Bapna, Ali Goni, Divyanka Tripathi, Shahnaz Rizwan, Raj Singh Arora, and Kaushal Kapoor. In one sentence, I can say that the entire cast is awesome.
Last but not least, I have watched such a beautiful Indian T.V. show after so many years. It is not a typical Indian serial, which is why I love it so much.