The Bollywood horror landscape has undergone a significant transformation in recent years, with a new wave of filmmakers pushing the boundaries of the genre. With the recent trailer release of ‘Baida’, a sci-fi horror movie that promises to deliver a chilling experience, we’re reminded of the impressive horror films that have emerged from Bollywood this decade. From supernatural thrillers to psychological horrors, here are some of the best Bollywood horror films from the past decade that will send chills down your spine.
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Rahi Anil Bharve’s 2018 directorial, ‘Tumbbad’ is a period folk horror film starring Sohum Shah in the leading role. As per reports, ‘Tumbbad’ was first shot in 2012 but after its editing, the film’s makers weren’t happy. It was shot again and was finally released in October 2018 in Hindi and Marathi languages. It opened to positive reviews and went on to become a cult classic. The film was re-released in September 2024, and earned over Rs. 16 crore, crossing the collection it made upon its original release. ‘Tumbbad’ is a film that tells the story of a family’s dark past and their connection to a malevolent entity in a remote village in Maharashtra.
A horror film that revolves around a woman who is imprisoned in a haunted mansion, ‘Durgamati,’ starring Bhumi Pednekar, was released in 2020 on Amazon Prime Video. With a rating of 5.8 out of 10 on IMDB, it received critical acclaim for Padenekar’s performance. Written and directed by G. Ashok, the film also stars Arshad Warsi, Jisshu Sengupta, and Mahie Gill, among others.
Starring Tripti Dimri in the leading role alongside Avinash Tiwary, Rahul Bose, and Pauli Dam, ‘Bulbbul’ is a supernatural thriller that was released on Netflix. The film’s story centers on a child bride and her transformation from innocence to power. It is set in the Bengal Presidency, receiving critical acclaim from the masses and critics, gaining an IMDB rating of 6.5.
Anushka Sharma led the 2018 supernatural horror film directed by Prosit Roy, marking his directorial debut. The film tells the story of a woman who seems to be a victim of abuse but holds a strange demeanor. It gained a 6.6 rating on IMDB and also marked Sharma’s third production venture under the banner Clean Slate Flimz. It is available on Amazon Prime Video.
Starring Nushrratt Bharuccha in the lead, ‘Chhorii’ is a horror film that revolves around a married couple who seek refuge in a remote house, but soon experience supernatural events. It has an IMDB rating of 6.8. Written and co-directed by Vishal Furia, Bharuccha’s performance was received well by the critics. As per reports, the film is set for a sequel, starring Bharruccha and Sara Ali Khan.
