Directed by debutant Ravi Nandireddy, Maya stars Nayanthara and Aari Arujunan. The story follows a young couple who move into a new apartment, only to realize it’s haunted by a terrifying spirit connected to the landlady’s dark past. The film relies on atmospheric tension, slow-burn dread, and minimal jump scares. It was a critical and commercial success, proving Telugu audiences embrace quality horror.
Unique setting, artistic cinematography, and a fresh take on horror. 5. Prema Katha Chitram (2013) Genre: Horror Comedy best horror movies in telugu
Strong female lead, creepy visuals, and a genuinely spooky second half. 3. Masooda (2022) Genre: Demonic Possession / Family Horror Directed by debutant Ravi Nandireddy, Maya stars Nayanthara
Not a pure horror film, but Nenu Sailaja contains a legendary 15-minute horror sequence inside a haunted bungalow. The scene is so well-executed — with flickering lights, shadowy figures, and a shocking mirror jump scare — that it’s often discussed in Telugu horror circles as a masterclass in short-form horror. It was a critical and commercial success, proving
Perfect for beginners to Telugu horror — funny but with effective jump scares. 6. Nenu Sailaja (2016) – The Horror Sequence Genre: Romantic Horror (One sequence)
Realistic setting, no over-the-top heroism, and relentless tension. 4. Rajavari Chepala Cheruvu (2024 – Short but notable) Genre: Folk Horror / Short Film
Directed by debutant Ravi Nandireddy, Maya stars Nayanthara and Aari Arujunan. The story follows a young couple who move into a new apartment, only to realize it’s haunted by a terrifying spirit connected to the landlady’s dark past. The film relies on atmospheric tension, slow-burn dread, and minimal jump scares. It was a critical and commercial success, proving Telugu audiences embrace quality horror.
Unique setting, artistic cinematography, and a fresh take on horror. 5. Prema Katha Chitram (2013) Genre: Horror Comedy
Strong female lead, creepy visuals, and a genuinely spooky second half. 3. Masooda (2022) Genre: Demonic Possession / Family Horror
Not a pure horror film, but Nenu Sailaja contains a legendary 15-minute horror sequence inside a haunted bungalow. The scene is so well-executed — with flickering lights, shadowy figures, and a shocking mirror jump scare — that it’s often discussed in Telugu horror circles as a masterclass in short-form horror.
Perfect for beginners to Telugu horror — funny but with effective jump scares. 6. Nenu Sailaja (2016) – The Horror Sequence Genre: Romantic Horror (One sequence)
Realistic setting, no over-the-top heroism, and relentless tension. 4. Rajavari Chepala Cheruvu (2024 – Short but notable) Genre: Folk Horror / Short Film
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