Indian horror films reflect a mix of Indian sensibilities and are as prominent as Japanese and American horror. As a subgenre in its own right, Bollywood horror films have not been very successful over the years. In his list of truly successful Bollywood horror films, only a few stand out. As a result, the genre faces a need to keep reinventing itself over time.
These days, it’s the horror comedies that dominate the Indian cinema landscape, taking the genre’s darkness to new levels with their work. But this cycle of evolution has given rise to a collection of films that are unique within the genre, making it more appealing than traditional for those who appreciate diversity.
“Boot” (2003)
boot (Ghost) It focuses on couples renting high-rise apartments at ridiculously cheap prices. Vishal (Ajay Devn) learns that the reason why the apartment prices are so low is the suicide of a woman who committed suicide after killing her son and decides to keep it a secret from his wife Swati (Urmila Matondkar). But Swati eventually finds out about her suicide and soon her behavior starts to change.Vishal was skeptical at first about this change in behavior and took her wife to a doctor, but more I realized something ominous was happening. Unlike most Bollywood movies, boot Not a single song. The 2003 film was followed by sequels and reboots, but failed to replicate the original’s macabre tone and became a box office hit when it was released.
“1920” (2008)
Period horror dramas that make the most Bollywood horror lists, 1920 Arjuna (Rajneesh Dougal), a famous architect who decided to marry another caste girl, LisaAda Sharma). When his family objects to the marriage and tries to kill Lisa, Arjun avoids his identity as a Hindu and decides to move out. Luckily, Arjun got the chance to renovate a stately old mansion. However, in most horror movies set in old mansions, Lisa and Arjun become victims of vengeance. Set in 1920, the film is known for its elaborate sets and beautiful locations that lend a unique flavor to the film’s story. Avid horror movie viewers will also notice similarities to classic horror movies such as: exorcist When emily rose exorcism in some scenes. Known for its excellent soundtrack, the film was followed by three sequels, none of which were as good as the first.
“Paris” (2018)
popular actress Anushka Sharma, the plot revolves around the demon Ifrit and Satanic worship intended to perpetuate the Satanic lineage. It depicts how he is rescued by a good Samaritan who is not. Driven by a story that reimagines the horror genre through intense performances and exhilarating, fresh and atmospheric moods, Paris (angel) The Ifrit myth has managed to establish itself as one of the scariest Bollywood horror movies of recent times.
“Ek Ti Dayan” (2013)
“Daayan” in Hindi means witch. She is known for appearing in numerous horror films. Emran Hashmi Plays a top magician who suffers from the trauma of having his father and sister killed by witches in his childhood. It is built on the myth of Dayan, a practitioner of black magic in Indian folklore. Ek Ti Dayan (“There once was a witch”) It’s a supernatural thriller with plenty of spine-chilling moments throughout the film. The film builds anew on the lore of Dayan, which in some way is already familiar to Indian audiences. In addition to the horror, the film packs some punch in terms of narrative twists.
“Tambad” (2018)
Set in the village of Tambad, an ancient village cursed by constant rains to worship Hastur, a god cursed by his mother for being greedy, Tambad Follow Vinayak Rao as he spirals down a path similar to the greedy god who brought chaos and misfortune to the land. Combining local folklore and mythology to bring you a period drama, the film evokes suspenseful horror and entertainment with its imaginative world-building and authentic performances. After suffering a long production cycle, the film became a somewhat sleeper hit with a wider audience finding the film when it made its streaming debut. The good news is that a sequel, set in the village of Tambad, is in the works by the film’s producers. Sohum Shahalso acted in films.
“Boule Briar” (2007)
A remake of a Malayalam movie, boule briar (labyrinth) It is a psychological thriller horror movie. The film is based on Siddharth (Shiny AhujaReturning to his ancestral village with his wife AvniVidya Balan) after traveling to the United States. With modern values, Siddharth decides to live in his ancestral land, which is rumored to be possessed by the spirit of classical dancer Manjurika, against the advice of his elders. Balancing comedy and thriller, boule briar Let the viewer guess if it’s a horror movie. But this doesn’t mean you won’t be horrified when the moment comes. Both the film and its standalone sequel were commercially successful at the box office and well worth an overnight binge.
“Story” (2018)
light horror comedy street (Woman) is based on an urban legend about witches visiting the homes of villagers. To ward off witches, residents write “Come tomorrow” in the local dialect on the doors of their homes. When the witch visited a villager’s house, she found the message and returned, only to return later and find the message again the next day. Part horror comedy, part social commentary — street It’s definitely one of the creepier ones on the list, but it makes up for it with some great performances from the cast and its entertainment value. street As a result of its positive reception from audiences, it is one of the best horror comedies in the recent catalog of subgenre-leaning Bollywood horror films.
“Pizza” (2014)
Official remake of the Tamil film of the same name. pizza It relies on a thrilling plot to keep viewers on edge at all times. The best part is that everything seems uncertain until the last moment. Since there are several parallel threads running along the central story, pizza A very interesting watch that strikes the perfect balance between thriller and horror movie. The film’s strength is undoubtedly its intricate storyline. This is not common in typical Bollywood horror.
“Dana Mana Hai” (2003)
Ram Gopal Varmaz daruna mana high (fear is forbidden) Probably the best use of the anthology horror format in Indian horror films. The film follows her group of seven friends who are stuck in the middle of the forest after their car breaks down. To entertain, they start telling each other horror stories.It is only later that they realize there is something going on outside the story as well. Featuring an ensemble cast of Indian actors including Saif Ali Khan, Shilpa Shetty When Nana Patekar, daruna mana high It was a box office failure upon release, but it caught up with audiences later thanks to streaming. daruna mana high A similarly formatted standalone sequel followed, packed with another all-star ensemble cast called Dana Zarori High (it is necessary to be afraid).
