While Marathi cinema is well-known for its heartwarming dramas and engaging comedies, the horror genre has steadily been gaining traction in recent years. With modern filmmakers taking risks, this genre now blends regional folklore, supernatural elements, and societal issues to create spine-chilling experiences that will haunt you long after the credits roll.
Here’s a list of the top Marathi horror movies that will leave you terrified and intrigued.
This supernatural thriller is set against the backdrop of the ocean. A group of marine biologists uncovers an underwater sarcophagus that holds dark secrets. As strange and eerie occurrences unfold around them, the group must race against time to solve the mystery behind their terrifying discoveries. If you love psychological horror with an eerie atmosphere, ‘Gadad Andhar’ is a must-watch.
A terrifying tale of a pregnant woman, Neha, who moves to a remote village with her husband. Unbeknownst to them, the village hides a dark secret within its sugarcane fields, and soon Neha’s life, as well as her unborn child’s, is in grave danger. With a compelling story that intertwines horror and social commentary on female infanticide, ‘Lapachhapi’ is both unsettling and thought-provoking.
A group of friends visiting an ancestral property soon discovers that the house harbours a sinister history. As eerie events unfold, they must uncover the chilling truth behind their ancestor's dark past. ‘Karma Chakra’ is a perfect blend of traditional horror and psychological suspense.
This sci-fi horror thriller follows a group of students experimenting with mind-altering drugs. When the experiment goes wrong, they find themselves haunted by terrifying supernatural events. The film blends horror with psychological trauma and makes for a gripping watch that keeps you on the edge of your seat.
A psychological horror film set in a rural village, ‘Jarann’ tells the story of Radha, a woman returning to her ancestral home. Upon arrival, she encounters a strange doll that once belonged to a deranged woman. What begins as a series of mysterious occurrences soon spirals into a terrifying climax that will leave you in suspense until the very end.
If you're in the mood for a horror-comedy, ‘Altun Paltun’ offers the perfect mix of spooks and laughs. The story follows two brothers who purchase a cheap bungalow, only to find that it is haunted by a mischievous female ghost. As the brothers try to cope with the supernatural forces, the film explores family dynamics, friendship, and eerie yet humorous encounters with the ghost.
Set in the suburbs of Mumbai, ‘Zombivli’ takes a fresh approach to the zombie genre with a local twist. After a deadly virus outbreak, a newlywed man teams up with a slum leader to survive the zombie apocalypse. With its blend of horror and comedy, ‘Zombivli’ manages to both make you laugh and leave you shivering in fear.
A supernatural thriller that will keep you hooked, ‘Bali’ tells the story of Shrikant, a widowed father whose son collapses mysteriously. As Shrikant investigates the cause of his son's strange behaviour, he uncovers an eerie connection with a mysterious nurse. The unsettling atmosphere and spine-chilling plot twists make ‘Bali’ a must-watch for horror lovers.
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This horror-comedy centres around two mischievous brothers, Sanja and Ranja, who are tasked with guarding the haunted village of Benwad. However, things take a sinister turn when they discover that the village harbours restless spirits. ‘Benwad’ strikes a perfect balance between creepy moments and light-hearted humour, making it an enjoyable yet spooky watch.
A gripping psychological horror, ‘Adrushya’ follows twin sisters, Sanika and Sayali, both gradually going blind. When Sayali dies under mysterious circumstances, Sanika becomes determined to uncover the truth. The haunting mystery at the heart of the film, combined with the chilling atmosphere, makes ‘Adrushya’ a captivating thriller.
The Marathi horror genre is evolving, and these films are a testament to its growing potential.
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