Dal Dal is a dark, slow-burn crime thriller that aims high but doesn’t fully sustain its seven-episode stretch. Set in a grim, layered version of Mumbai, the series follows a troubled cop hunting a serial killer whose crimes expose deeper social wounds like abuse and addiction. The show scores well on mood, performances, and realistic world-building, with Bhumi Pednekar and the supporting cast adding emotional weight to the investigation.
Where it stumbles is pacing and writing — the narrative often feels stretched, repetitive, and emotionally heavy without enough payoff. Some character arcs, especially the lead’s, needed sharper depth and surprise.
Overall, Dal Dal is engaging but uneven — worth watching for its atmosphere and acting, even if it falls short of being a top-tier thriller. A good watch, not a great one.
Rating: Good
Watch this series on Prime.
