Loved Bramayugam? Watch These 5 Scariest Malayalam Horror Movies That Will Haunt You For A Long
There are two kinds of people in the world - those who love horror films, and others who are either scared of them or find them boring. If you fall in the first category and love the adrenaline rush that sends chills down your spine, we are sure you have watched Mammootty-starrer Bramayugam, the film that's being hailed as one of the most scary Malayalam horror movies of all time. From screaming several times to having a mini heart attack, here's what people are saying about Bramayugam. If you loved the film too, here is a list of the best Malayalam horror movies you should watch at least once in your lifetime.?
Best Malayalam horror movies
1. Bhoothakaalam
IMDb Rating: 7.5
A lot of people say that they couldn't finish this film. It scared them so much that they had to switch to watching something light instead. Starring Shane Nigam and Revathy, the?supernatural Malayalam horror movie is written and directed by Rahul Sadasivan. The film's story revolves around?a mother and son who after the death of a family member experience mysterious events that distort their sense of reality and make them question their sanity.
Where to watch: SonyLiv
2. Winter
IMDb Rating: 6
Starring Jayaram and Bhavana, Winter was released in 2009. The film has a cult following and was later dubbed in Tamil as well. The Malayalam horror movie's story revolves around Ramdas and his wife who are fed up with their fast-paced lives and thus decide to move to a quiet bungalow located on the city's outskirts. Soon they encounter some mysterious happenings that put their lives at risk. Winter is hailed as one of the best Malayalam horror thrillers ever made.
Where to watch: Disney+ Hotstar
3. Ananthabhadram
IMDb Rating: 7.3
If you want to delve into a story of ghosts, spirits, and black magic, Anandabhadram, a Malayalam romantic dark fantasy horror film is a must-watch for you. The movie is based on the novel of the same name by Sunil Parameshwaran.?The film's story revolves around?Ananthan who returns from the US and goes back to his ancestral home after his mother's death to fulfill her last wish. Soon, he realises?the stories of black magic and sorcery he heard as a kid were real.?Starring Manoj K Jayan, Prithviraj Sukumaran, Kavya Madhavan, Kalabhavan Mani and Biju Menon, the film is touted to be one of the scariest Malayalam movies you will ever watch.
Where to watch: Disney+ Hotstar
4. Ezra??
IMDb Rating: 6.6
Starring Prithviraj Sukumaran and Priya Anand, this Malayalam supernatural horror thriller film was later remade in Hindi as Dybbuk (Emraan Hashmi and Nikita Dutta) and is inspired by the 2012 Hollywood movie The Possession. The film's story revolves around a married woman who brings an antique Jewish box into her home unaware that the box contains the ghost of Abraham Ezra.
Where to watch: Disney+ Hotstar
5. Sreekrishna Parunthu
IMDb Rating: 6.5
Hailed as one of the best Malayalam horror movies, Sreekrishna Parunthu is a 1984 movie starring Mohanlal, Bindu, and Pavithra. It is hailed as one of the best movies of the 80s. The film's story revolves around a wizard named Kumaran Thampi who finds it difficult to keep the vow of celibacy. He succumbs to temptation, prompting dark forces to conspire against him. As his mystical powers diminish, it causes tragic events that force him to use black magic. What happens next? Watch the film to know more.
Where to watch: Disney+ Hotstar
Also Read:?13 Horror Movies From Our Childhood That Scared The Hell Out Of Us And Continue To Do So!
We are sure these Malayalam horror movies will get your blood pumping and will keep you on edge over the entire night. Which one are you planning to watch first? Also, let us know your thoughts on Bramayugam in the comments section below.
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