Best Horror Movies In Telugu ~upd~ -

Directed by debutant Ravi Nandireddy, Maya stars Nayanthara and Aari Arujunan. The story follows a young couple who move into a new apartment, only to realize it’s haunted by a terrifying spirit connected to the landlady’s dark past. The film relies on atmospheric tension, slow-burn dread, and minimal jump scares. It was a critical and commercial success, proving Telugu audiences embrace quality horror.

Not a pure horror film, but Nenu Sailaja contains a legendary 15-minute horror sequence inside a haunted bungalow. The scene is so well-executed — with flickering lights, shadowy figures, and a shocking mirror jump scare — that it’s often discussed in Telugu horror circles as a masterclass in short-form horror. best horror movies in telugu

Perfect for beginners to Telugu horror — funny but with effective jump scares. 6. Nenu Sailaja (2016) – The Horror Sequence Genre: Romantic Horror (One sequence) Directed by debutant Ravi Nandireddy, Maya stars Nayanthara

Telugu cinema, though traditionally known for masala entertainers and family dramas, has produced some genuinely terrifying and psychologically disturbing horror films over the years. From ghostly apparitions to demonic possessions and survival thrillers, here’s a curated list of the best horror movies in Telugu that you shouldn’t miss. Genre: Psychological Horror / Thriller It was a critical and commercial success, proving