6 South Indian Horror Comedies to Watch on OTT

South Indian cinema has mastered the rare mix of scares & laughs, delivering horror comedies that have become cult favourites & big hits.

From ghostly mansions to cursed objects, these films blend thrilling chills with rib-tickling humour. Many of them are now streaming on popular OTT platforms.

Chandramukhi (Prime Video)

The Rajinikanth–Jyotika classic follows an NRI couple who ignore ghostly warnings in their ancestral mansion. Rajini’s charisma, Jyotika’s performance & Vadivelu’s comedy make it timeless.

Conjuring Kannappan (Netflix)

This recent supernatural comedy stars Regina Cassandra & Sathish, centring on a family trapped in a cursed dream world. Suspense & dark humour drive the plot.

Anando Brahma (Prime Video)

With Taapsee Pannu in the lead, the film tells of an NRI trying to sell a haunted house. Four people spend the night inside, leading to hilarious yet spooky twists.

Romancham (JioHotstar)

A Malayalam blockbuster inspired by real events, it follows seven bachelors whose Ouija board game spirals into chaos. Soubin Shahir & Arjun Ashokan lead this laugh-filled fright fest.

Pretham (YouTube)

Three friends start a beachside resort only to face restless spirits. With help from a psychic, they unravel the mystery. Its success even spawned a sequel.

Ondh Kathe Hella (Zee5)

This Kannada film features five friends on a road trip where sharing ghost stories turns eerily real. Priyanka Mohan makes her debut here.