If you are a fan of the horror genre and want to watch some of the Indian blockbusters, then a variety of films are available to watch on OTT. So, get ready to dive into the most amazing and scariest Bollywood movies that are worth watching.
Indian horror movies that are worth watching
1. Chhorii (2021)
Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video
About the movie: The movie is directed by Vishal Furia and is a remake of the Marathi movie Lapachhapi, which was released in 2017. Directed by Bhushan Kumar and Krishan Kumar, it stars Nushratt Bharuccha in the lead role. The storyline is about a pregnant woman who takes shelter in a secluded house surrounded by a sugarcane farm. The film shows the themes of social evils, female infanticide, and supernatural powers.
2. Tumbbad
Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video
About the movie: Set in 1920, Tumbbad explores the themes of folk, horror, and fantasy. The film is directed by Rahi Anil Barve. It has been screened at the 75th Venice International Film Festival. The story revolves around three generations who built a temple for the goddess firstborn named Hasstar, who is an evil entity and should not be worshipped. His curse can ruin a person’s life, whereas he can also grant enormous wealth to the person. The movie focuses on humans’ never-ending greed and its consequences.
3. Shaitaan
Where to watch: Netflix
About the movie: Shaitaan was released in 2024 and stars Ajay Devgn, R Madhavan, Jyothika, Janki Bodiwala, and Palak Lalwani. The blockbuster hit revolves around a family who goes on a vacation when suddenly an intruder performs black magic on their teenage daughter via vashikaran, leading to eerie circumstances.
4. Bulbbul
Where to watch: Netflix
About the movie: The movie stars Tripti Dimri and Avinash Tiwary in lead roles. The movie narrates the story of a girl child who is married to a man who is about 30 years old. As she grows up, she faces wrath of her husband and is raped by her brother-in-law. She then seeks revenge by killing all those people of the village who treat their women badly.
5. 13B: Fear Has a New Address
Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video
About the movie: R Madhavan-starrer, 13B: Fear Has a New Address is a spine-chilling horror drama that revolves around a family that has shifted to a house and deals with supernatural activities. Their life seems to be connected with a television show that tends to mirror the threats surrounding them. It is directed and written by Vikram Kumar.
6. Stree
Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video
About the movie: Shraddha Kapoor and Rajkummar Rao’s Stree was a blockbuster hit. The plot revolves around a tailor named Vicky who fell in love with a woman during a festival, and then he gets involved in a supernatural mystery. The film is directed by Amar Kaushik and produced by Dinesh Vijan and Raj Nidimoru & Krishna DK
7. Munjya
Where to watch: JioHotstar
About the movie: Aditya Sarpotdar’s directorial stars Mona Singh, Sathyaraj, Sharvari Wagh, and Abhay Verma in lead roles. It is the third instalment of the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe. The storyline of the movie is about a vengeful spirit seeking a bride.
8. 1920
Where to watch: JioHotstar
About the movie: It is directed by Vikram Bhatt and stars Adah Sharma and Rajneesh Duggal. It was released in the year 2008 and shows the story of a couple who enter a haunted mansion, and then one of them gets possessed by the evil spirit.
9. Krishna Cottage
Where to watch: JioHotstar
About the movie: The movie came out in 2004 and is directed by Santram Verma. It stars Sohail Khan, Isha Koppikar, and Anita Hassanandani Reddy. The plot of the movie revolves around a group of college friends who find a haunted cottage and an unfinished book, leading to eerie situations.
10. Darna Mana Hai
Where to watch: Amazon Prime Video
About the movie: The movie came out in 2003 and is directed by Prawaal Raman. It stars Saif Ali Khan, Boman Irani, Nana Patekar, and Vivek Oberoi. The storyline revolves around friends who enter a haunted mansion in the midst of a forest after their car breaks down at midnight.
So this is our curated list for the week if you are a horror fan. Meanwhile, Maa, starring Kajol, is inspired by the mythological story about Goddess Kali’s fierce battle with the demon Raktabija, whose every drop of blood gives birth to a new demon. Set in Bengal, the film lacks scary elements, but the performances and VFX make it a one-time watch.