From Pari to Tumbbad: The best horror films made in India

Thimmaiah PU

 Sep 20, 2023

Bhoot: Amazon Prime Video

This film focuses on a couple who rents a high-rise apartment at a low price, but soon find out that something is not right

1920: Disney+ Hotstar

Set in the year 1920, the film is celebrated for its elaborate sets, locations and soundtrack

Pari: Amazon Prime Video

Starring Anushka Sharma, the plot is centered around the demon Ifrit and a satanic cult aiming to revive the demon

Ek Thi Daayan: Disney+ Hotstar

Emraan Hashmi plays a top magician who's suffering from the trauma of his past in this supernatural thriller

Tumbbad: Amazon Prime Video

The film follows Vinayak Rao who spirals down a path similar to the greedy god who brings chaos and misfortune to the land

Bhool Bhulaiyaa: YouTube

A psychological-thriller horror film, it balances the line between being a comedy and a horror film, making it a cult classic

Stree: Netflix

One of the best recent horror-comedies, this film focuses on social commentary as well

Pizza: Disney+ Hotstar

This film has a intricate storyline, combined with a great performance by Vijay Sethupathi