Liked Karan Johar's ‘The Traitors’? Watch 5 Similar Movies Where We Didn't See The Betrayal Coming

If you are a cinemaholic, who loves watching movies on the themes of suspense and betrayal, then here is a list of Bollywood movies including Haseen Dillruba, Ajnabee, and more that you’ll enjoy.
movies like the traitors based on themes of betrayal

Karan Johar’s 'The Traitors’ released on June 12, 2025, on Prime Video. The show is garnering significant attention for its drama, suspense, and betrayal. If you are a cinemaholic, who loves watching movies in these themes, then here is a list of Bollywood movies you’ll enjoy.

Bollywood Movies Like ‘The Traitors’

Ajnabee (2001, Amazon Prime Video, JioHotstar, IMDb Rating: 6.3/10)

‘Ajnabee’ (2001) is a Bollywood thriller about a newlywed couple, Raj and Priya, who become friends with their neighbors, Vicky and Sonia. However, things take a dark turn when Raj is accused of Sonia's murder and must flee to clear his name. The story is full of unexpected twists, betrayals, and lies as characters' loyalties and motives are constantly questioned.

Arth (1982, YouTube, IMDb Rating: 7.8/10)

The 1982 drama was inspired by director Mahesh Bhatt's own life. The film fictionalises his affair with actress Parveen Babi, the subsequent breakdown, and his guilt over leaving his first wife.

arth

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Silsila (1981, Amazon Prime Video, IMDb Rating: 7.2/10)

Yash Chopra's film was ahead of its time and received great acclaim. It explored mature themes like death, cheating, and desire in a skillful way. Amitabh Bachchan's performance in the film is considered one of his boldest steps.

Haseen Dillruba (2021, Netflix, IMDb Rating: 6.9/10)

Taapsee Pannu delivers a powerful performance in this film, bringing to life a complex woman with layers beyond her beautiful physical appearance. This film explores the theme of betrayal and nailbiting suspense making it a perfect watch for those who like The Traitors.

haseen dilruba

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Murder (2004, YouTube, IMDb Rating: 5.5/10)

This Anurag Basu film is a classic. It's a gripping revenge thriller about obsession and the devastating consequences of infidelity, with a private detective adding to the intrigue. The movie stars Emraan Hashmi and Mallika Sherawat.

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