Delhi Crime Season 3 Review:
When I first sat down to watch Delhi Crime Season 3, I braced myself for the kind of gritty police procedural the series is known for—and I wasn’t disappointed. This time around, the case takes the team from Delhi out into Assam and the hinterlands, tracking a horrifying human‑trafficking network. At the centre is Shefali Shah as DCP Vartika Chaturvedi (“Madam Sir” to her team), quietly commanding the screen with that familiar mix of steely resolve and emotional wear‑and‑tear. The addition of Huma Qureshi as the chilling mastermind “Badi Didi” gives the season its edge—her performance straight‑up steals scenes, with a Haryanvi accent and calm menace that linger long after the credits.
What works:
The writing and direction keep things sharp and serious. This isn’t glamorised crime‑thriller territory—it’s dark, methodical, and rooted in the awful reality of girls being trafficked, identities erased, and systems turning a blind eye.
The emotional weight is real. There’s a recurring image of an abandoned toddler abused, which becomes the emotional core of the story. It’s hard to watch, yes—but in a way that feels necessary rather than exploitative.
The scale is bigger this time. Earlier seasons focused more tightly on Delhi; here the geography expands, and so do the stakes.
A few caveats:
If you loved the first season’s almost pristine tension and simplicity, you might find Season 3 a bit heavier, a bit less surprising in structure.
Some supporting story arcs (for example, characters’ personal lives) feel under‑explored given the huge canvas. You’ll sometimes wish the show paused the bigger chase to linger more on personal fallout.
My verdict: It’s a strong return. This isn’t casual popcorn TV—it asks for your attention, your empathy, and yeah, your discomfort. But if you’re in the mood for a series that’s bold, socially aware, and still tight in its execution, Delhi Crime Season 3 delivers. Shefali Shah holds the show together, Huma Qureshi gives it fire, and the case they’re chasing isn’t easy to shake off.
Bottom line: Watch this with the lights down and the volume up. You’ll feel the chills—and afterwards you might find yourself thinking about it more than most thrillers linger in the head.
