Dude (2021–present)
Created byAmbrish Verma
StarringAmbrish Verma, Arun Kushwah, Apoorva Arora, Shibani Bedi
Watch onNot on major OTT platforms in India
NetworkYouTube, Amazon miniTV
Best for: Fans of Hindi drama and mystery who want a short-episode series with a detective at its centre.
Where to watch Dude online in India
Dude is not currently listed on major OTT platforms in India. We check availability every week.
Availability for India, data by JustWatch. Updated 23 October 2026.
Dude: new episodes and status
| Status | Returning series |
|---|---|
| Last episode aired | 20 September 2022 |
Episode dates as listed on TMDB.
Dude seasons and episodes
| Season | Premiered | Episodes |
|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 27 February 2021 | 5 |
| Season 2 | 20 September 2022 | 5 |
Dude story (no spoilers)
Dude is a Hindi drama and mystery series created by Ambrish Verma. It follows a detective who is scrambling to hunt down the answers behind a baffling case. The investigation reels him into twisted relationships filled with perplexing events. Ambrish Verma plays Uttam Dhamija, also known as Dude, and the cast includes Arun Kushwah as Ashok Bhatia, Apoorva Arora as Detective Ritu, Shibani Bedi as Dude's Mother, and Sidharth Bhardwaj as Dude's Father. The show has two seasons of five episodes each: Season 1 premiered on 27 February 2021, and Season 2 premiered on 20 September 2022. Episodes typically run about 35 minutes. The series is certified U/A 16+ in India and is available on YouTube and Amazon miniTV. The tone is dramatic and mysterious, centred on the detective's struggle to untangle a case that keeps pulling him into complicated personal entanglements.
Should you watch Dude?
Watch it for
- Ambrish Verma both creates and directs the series and plays the lead role of Uttam Dhamija, so the show carries a consistent authorial voice.
- The mystery plot centres on a baffling case that pulls the detective into twisted relationships, which gives the drama a personal stake beyond the investigation.
- Episodes run about 35 minutes, making each instalment a compact watch within the Drama and Mystery genres.
- The cast includes Apoorva Arora as Detective Ritu and Arun Kushwah as Ashok Bhatia, alongside Shibani Bedi and Sidharth Bhardwaj as Dude's parents.
Skip it if
- You prefer long-form episodes; at roughly 35 minutes each, the show moves quickly and may feel too brief for viewers who like extended storytelling.
- You want a pure procedural mystery without personal entanglements; the overview notes the case reels the detective into twisted relationships, which may not suit those seeking a straightforward whodunit.
- You are looking for a complete series; the status is Returning Series, so the story is not finished.
Dude cast
Ambrish Vermaas Uttam Dhamija / Dude10 episodes
Apoorva Aroraas Detective Ritu10 episodes
Shibani Bedias Dude's Mother10 episodes
Sidharth Bhardwajas Dude’s Father10 episodes
Sudheer Chobessyas Mahesh7 episodes
Rakesh Bedias Pahwa Ji5 episodesDude details
| Created by | Ambrish Verma |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Ambrish Verma, Neel Jadhav |
| Written by | Prateek Raina, Ambrish Verma |
| First episode | 27 February 2021 |
| Seasons / episodes | 2 / 10 |
| Typical episode length | 35 minutes |
| Network | YouTube, Amazon miniTV |
| Original language | Hindi |
| Country of origin | India |
| Languages spoken | Hindi |
| Certificate (India) | U/A 16+ |
Parental guide: is Dude family friendly?
The series is certified U/A 16+ in India and belongs to the Drama and Mystery genres; this is a general guide, not a detailed content breakdown. This is a general guide based on genre and certification.
Our verdict
Dude is a compact Hindi mystery drama with two five-episode seasons and a lead performance by creator-director Ambrish Verma. The 35-minute episodes and the baffling-case premise make it a quick, focused watch for genre fans. It is not a complete story, since the status is Returning Series, so go in expecting an ongoing narrative rather than a closed case.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Dude online in India?
Dude is available on YouTube and Amazon miniTV in India.
How many seasons and episodes does Dude have?
Dude has two seasons, each with five episodes, for a total of 10 episodes.
Has Dude ended or will there be a new season?
Dude is listed as a Returning Series, so it has not ended. No next season date is available in the facts.
Who is in the cast of Dude?
The cast includes Ambrish Verma as Uttam Dhamija / Dude, Arun Kushwah as Ashok Bhatia, Apoorva Arora as Detective Ritu, Shibani Bedi as Dude's Mother, and Sidharth Bhardwaj as Dude's Father.
What is the episode runtime and certificate of Dude?
Episodes of Dude typically run about 35 minutes, and the series is certified U/A 16+ in India.
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