5 Indian Horror Thriller Series That Will Chill You to the Bone

27 Apr 2025, 09:38 AM IST
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If you're drawn to horror that creeps into your mind and lingers long after the credits roll, this list is for you.

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These horror thriller series blend psychological terror, eerie atmospheres, and unforgettable stories. Ranked by IMDb ratings, they promise a chilling binge session.

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Ghoul (Netflix) IMDb Rating: 7

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In a dystopian future ruled by a brutal regime, a young officer discovers something far worse than terrorism in an interrogation center. Starring Radhika Apte, this claustrophobic horror fuses political tension with supernatural terror.

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Adhura (Prime Video) IMDb Rating: 6.6

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Set in a haunted boarding school, Adhura explores trauma, secrets, & spectral revenge across two timelines. With strong performances by Ishwak Singh & Rasika Dugal, it delivers intimate & psychological horror.

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Typewriter (Netflix) IMDb Rating: 6.5

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A group of kids stumbles upon a haunted villa in Goa, where an old typewriter connects them to a deadly spirit. What begins as an adventure turns into a multi-generational ghost story.

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Bhram (ZEE5) IMDb Rating: 6.3

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A woman grappling with PTSD is haunted by visions tied to an old mystery. Bhram blurs the line between reality and hallucination, offering cerebral, slow-burn horror.

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Betaal (Netflix) IMDb Rating: 5.4

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A cursed battalion of zombie redcoats awakens when soldiers disturb a sealed tunnel, unleashing colonial-era horror.