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Top South Indian Horror Movies to watch on Ott ( Photo Credit – YouTube; Prime Video )

If you are fans of horror thrillers and want to see more scary movies, this list is for you. Here are the top 10 South Indian horror films that you can watch on platforms like Hotstar and Prime Video. These movies will give you chills and thrills, offering a mix of fear and excitement.

1. Masooda IMDb Rating: 7.2/10 Available on: Aha

Directed by Sai Kiran and starring Thiruveer, Kavya Kalyanram and Sangeetha, Masooda is a Telugu film that mesmerized audiences with its powerful visual storytelling. The performances of Thiruveer and Sangeetha are especially noteworthy.

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2. Bhoothakaalam IMDb Rating: 7.5/10 Available on: Sony Liv

Directed by Rahul Sadasivan and starring Shane Nigam and Revathi, Bhoothakaalam had breathed new life into the haunted house genre. The film transforms a typical...

Directed by Srinivas Omkar, My Name is Shruthi is a Telugu film currently streaming on Amazon Prime. The thriller explores the dark businesses of the organ mafias in the underbelly of Hyderabad. The concept of skin trafficking and the perils associated with it have attained better clarity in this film. The horrific world of human trafficking has also been presented in films like ‘Mardaani’. The film includes a wonderful cast, starring faces like Hansika Motwani, Pooja Ramachandran, and Murali Sharma. The multiple twists in the film add layers to every segment, raising several questions in our minds. What happened to Anu? What was Shruthi’s plan? Let’s find out!

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What Was Mla Gurumurthy’s Motive?

Mla Gurumurthy was one of the top skin mafias in Hyderabad, who had been kidnapping beautiful women and selling their skin at high prices in the illegal market. His illegal business had...

Actors John Kokken and Pooja Ramachandran have announced that they are going to be parents soon. Taking to social media, actress Pooja Ramachandran shared a series of pictures of her with John including one which showed her baby bump.

She wrote: “Whirlwind of a love story, undying spirits, hearty laughters, crazy fights, endless conversations, lust, love and adventure, oh what a ride we’ve had and now, we are excited to say our little miracle is on the way. 2023 you are going to be so special!”

Actor John Kokken, quoting Pooja’s tweet, wrote: “So happy and excited about this new chapter of our lives.”

Soon after the couple announced the news, congratulatory messages started pouring in.

Actresses Anju Kurian, Samyuktha Shan, Raai Laxmi, Shamna Kasim and cinematographer Arvind Krishna were among those who congratulated the couple.

Kollywood From political thrillers to adventure and comedy, here’s a list of entertaining Kollywood films that are streaming on Netflix.Tnm StaffWith lockdown restrictions implemented in many states across India, cinema lovers must once again depend on over-the-top (Ott) platforms to watch their favourite movies. Although the theatrical release of several Kollywood films has been postponed in view of the coronavirus pandemic, there are several films that you can enjoy from the comfort of your home. From political thrillers and adventurous heists to romantic dramas and anthology films, here’s a list of new, interesting Kollywood films that are available for streaming on the Ott platform Netflix. Mandela Debutant director Mandonne Ashwin’s Mandela, featuring Yogi Babu, is a political satire. It revolves around a local election with two rivals vying to win by any means necessary, and a barber suddenly becomes a powerful man as he has the deciding vote.

KollywoodTake a look at some of the most nail-biting Tamil thrillers that will keep you hooked.Saradha UScreengrabDue to a recent spike in the number of Covid-19 cases across the country, many states have imposed lockdown restrictions. People are once again turning to Over-the-Top (Ott) platforms for entertainment. While Tamil cinema has always made thrillers, new age directors have done away with many old fashioned elements like songs and romances to give thrillers that keep the tension going and have mind-bending twists. If you miss watching movies on the big screen, revisit some of the best Tamil thriller movies from the comfort of your home. Here's a list of some contemporary, interesting Tamil thrillers that are available to watch online on different streaming platforms: Pizza Based on the story of Michael, a pizza delivery boy, the 2012 Tamil movie Pizza is one of the most gripping horror movies from Kollywood to...

KOLLYWOODThe yet-untitled project will star Arjun Das and Dushara in the lead. Digital NativeActor Arjun Das, who rose to fame with his work in films such as Kaithi, Andhaghaaram and Master, is all set to join hands with national award-winning filmmaker Vasanthabalan for his next project. The yet-untitled film was officially announced on Friday and it will feature Arjun in the lead. The project will be bankrolled by Vasanthabalan along with some of his friends from school, under the banner of UBoyz Studios. The team has made an announcement on the female lead as well. Dushara, who currently awaits the release of Pa Ranjith's Sarpatta Parambarai starring Arya, has been signed to play the female lead. As per multiple reports, the project is said to be the official remake of The Lift Boy – about a young man and how his life changes when he takes up the job of a...

KollywoodBookmark this list so you can plan your binge schedule! Tnm StaffThe Deepavali season is highly anticipated by Tamil cinema fans because it brings some of the biggest releases from the industry. For the past few years, the box-office has been dominated by Vijay's releases. However, this year, due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Vijay and Vijay Sethupathi starrer Master will not release for Deepavali as was previously speculated. Moreoever, no big theatrical releases are slated for the Deepavali weekend despite theatres planning to open their doors on November 10. On Over-the-Top platforms though, several Tamil films and web series are slated for release. Here's a list of the releases with the dates and platforms so you can plan your watch list accordingly. Soorarai Pottru: The biggest release is of course Suriya's Soorarai Pottru, directed by Sudha Kongara and also starring Aparna Balamurali. The film is based on the...

KollywoodDirected by debutant filmmaker Vignarajan, the film has Arjun Das of 'Kaithi' fame making his debut as a lead actor. Digital NativeDirector Atlee acquired the rights of long-delayed film Andhaghaaram, which had been in the cans for a long time. The film, which was scheduled to hit the screens in April, got pushed due to the ongoing pandemic. Now it has been announced that the film will skip theatrical release and will get released on Ott platform Netflix. Announcing the same, Netflix tweeted, "There's dark and then there's darkness. The latter arrives on the 24th of November.#Andhaghaaram @Atlee_dir @priyaatlee @vvignarajan @iam_arjundas @vinothkishan @Poojaram22” There's dark and then there's darkness. The latter arrives on the 24th of November.#Andhaghaaram @Atlee_dir @priyaatlee @vvignarajan @iam_arjundas @vinothkishan @Poojaram22 pic.twitter.com/itUd6Z01Ci — Netflix India (@NetflixIndia) October 30, 2020 Directed by debutant filmmaker Vignarajan, the film has Arjun Das of...

Netflix announced the release date of the eagerly-awaited Tamil film, Andhaghaaram, written and directed by debutante V Vignarajan. Produced by Passion studios, A for Apple (Priya Atlee) and O2 Pictures (K Poorna Chandra), the film is slated to release exclusively on the streaming service in Telugu as well.

The film stars Vinoth Kishan, Arjun Das, Pooja Ramachandran, Kumar Natarajan, Meesha Ghoshal in pivotal roles.

Andhaghaaram is a blind conjurer's struggle for survival, a washed-up cricketer's fight for deliverance and a desolate psychiatrist's quest for reclamation, which lead them all to a labyrinth of obscurity as their lives are intertwined in a web of deceit, dismay and darkness. The film will also be released in Telugu under the name Andhakaaram.

Speaking about the film, Atlee said, "I am delighted that Andhaghaaram has found a home on Netflix. The film has been appreciated by many already and through Netflix, it will reach...

MollywoodMidhun Manuel Thomas will write the script and Arjun Das of ‘Kaithi’ fame will play the male lead.Digital NativeArjun DasNoted Malayalam filmmaker Anwar Rasheed’s last film to release at the theatres was Trance earlier this year. Following the critical success of this psychological drama, Anwar Rasheed is keen on directing a Tamil film. It has been confirmed that he has roped in Arjun Das of Kaithi fame to play the lead role. Midhun Manuel Thomas will be penning the screenplay for this venture. Confirming the news, Midhun wrote on his social media page that it is official he is penning the screenplay for Anwar Rasheed’s upcoming Tamil directorial debut and that Arjun Das has been signed up to play the main lead. His message reads, “Yup, it’s official. I am writing the screenplay for the first Tamil film that Anwar Rasheed is directing. Arjun Das is the hero!

EntertainmentWith 'Soorarai Pottru' reportedly fetching between Rs 35-45 crore, many more big films are expected to go in for direct Ott release. Tnm StaffEver since theatres closed in March this year due to the coronavirus pandemic, several films have opted for a direct Ott (Over the Top) release. So far, from the south, Ponmagal Vandhal (Tamil), Penguin (Tamil), Cocktail (Tamil), Danny (Tamil), Lockup (Tamil), Uma Maheswara Ugra Roopasya (Telugu), Krishna and His Leela (Telugu), Bhanumathi Ramakrishna (Telugu), Sufiyum Sujatayum (Malayalam), French Biriyani (Kannada), Law (Kannada) are among the films to have released across Ott platforms. However, most of these films have been small budget flicks. Now, with no signs of the pandemic coming under control and an effective vaccine still months away, several more films are opting for a direct Ott release, including big budget films. Bollywood has already seen the release of films with big names in the cast like Gulabo Sitabo,...

KollywoodWritten and directed by Vignarajan, ‘Andhaghaaram’ is presented by Atlee.Digital NativeBollywood filmmaker Karan Johar had heaped praises on the Atlee directorial Bigil, which starred Vijay in the lead role. Since then, they have shared a good rapport and now Karan Johar has posted a message on his social media page rooting for Andhaghaaram, which is presented by Atlee. The veteran filmmaker recommended the film, scheduled to release this year, to his followers. “Guys please watch it! Can’t wait to see it!! Congratulations @Atlee_dir,” Karan’s tweet read. Guys please watch it! Can’t wait to see it!! Congratulations @Atlee_dirhttps://t.co/Xdoyu1pwsx — Karan Johar (@karanjohar) April 14, 2020 Written and directed by Vignarajan, Andhaghaaram stars Arjun Das, Misha Ghoshal and Pooja Ramachandran in the lead roles, with Vinod Kishan, Arul Vincent, Kumar Natarajan and others in supporting roles. Pradeep Kumar is the music composer for this flick...

KollywoodOn Tuesday Atlee released the official trailer of the film.Digital NativeDirector Atlee had ventured into production under his home banner A for Apple with Jiiva’s Sangili Bungili Kadhava Thorae in 2017. The director/producer has now announced his next production venture. The Bigil director has acquired the rights of long-delayed film Andhaghaaram which had been in the cans for a long time. Directed by debutant filmmaker Vignarajan, Arjun Das of Kaithi fame and Vinoth Kishan of Naan Mahan Alla fame are playing the lead roles in. On Tuesday Atlee released the official trailer of the film. Here we go #Andhaghaaram trailer https://t.co/0GrtULCXPx @priyaatlee @aforapple_offcl @PassionStudios_ @ Sudhans2017 @vvignarajan @iam_arjundas @vinoth_kishan @poojaram22 @MishMash2611 @pedal2go @pradeepvijay @edwinsakay @just_cut_it @DoneChannel1 — atlee (@Atlee_dir) April 14, 2020 In an interview, the film's director has said, "The film is a supernatural suspense thriller and stars Arjun Das, Vinoth Kishan,...

KollywoodOn Tuesday Atlee released the official trailer of the film.Digital NativeDirector Atlee had ventured into production under his home banner A for Apple with Jiiva’s Sangili Bungili Kadhava Thorae in 2017. The director/producer has now announced his next production venture. The Bigil director has acquired the rights of long-delayed film Andhaghaaram which had been in the cans for a long time. Directed by debutant filmmaker Vignarajan, Arjun Das of Kaithi fame and Vinoth Kishan of Naan Mahan Alla fame are playing the lead roles in. On Tuesday Atlee released the official trailer of the film. Here we go #Andhaghaaram trailer https://t.co/0GrtULCXPx @priyaatlee @aforapple_offcl @PassionStudios_ @ Sudhans2017 @vvignarajan @iam_arjundas @vinoth_kishan @poojaram22 @MishMash2611 @pedal2go @pradeepvijay @edwinsakay @just_cut_it @DoneChannel1 — atlee (@Atlee_dir) April 14, 2020 In an interview, the film's director has said, "The film is a supernatural suspense thriller and stars Arjun Das, Vinoth Kishan,...