Adhura, Ghoul, Betaal, Typewriter and more on Netflix, Hotstar, Prime Video, JioCinema

Horror Web Series on OTT: From spine-tingling scares to thought-provoking explorations of the human psyche, and from creepy folklore to urban legends, this genre of horror web series covers a wide spectrum. Whether you’re looking for suspense or enjoy the thrill of unraveling a deadly mystery, there’s something for everyone in this diverse world of horror storytelling. With a diverse and improved storyline that provides effective jump scares, the horror genre continues to captivate audiences throughout its run. OTT platforms play an important role in making such series easily accessible for streaming. Here is a list of Indian horror web series available on OTT platforms including Netflix, Hotstar, Amazon Prime Video, JioCinema and others to ensure an exciting viewing experience.

Adura (Amazon Prime Video)

Set in a boarding house, this supernatural horror thriller directed by Ananya Banerjee and Gaurav K Chawla stars Ishwak Singh, Rasika Duggal, Shrenik Arora and Rahul Dev. Set against the backdrop of unexplained and perplexing events, the narrative explores mysteries beyond imagination and ensures the audience remains on the edge of their seats. The narrative explores mysteries that stretch beyond our wildest imaginations, ensuring that viewers are left on the edge of their seats.

Typewriter (Netflix)

Directed by Sujoy Ghosh, this Hindi horror series follows a group of ghost hunters who set out to investigate a mysterious old villa, leading to the unraveling of dark secrets. However, their plans take a terrifying turn when a new family moves in, leading to a terrifying resurgence of the villa’s long-buried past. The series stars Palomi Ghosh, Purab Kohli, Sameer Kochhar and other prominent actors.

Betaal (Netflix)

A horror thriller that combines elements of folklore and the supernatural, set against the backdrop of a remote village. Created by Patrick Graham and co-directed by Patrick Graham and Nikhil Mahajan. It features a mixture of horror, mythology and political overtones. The show is produced by Red Chillies Entertainment. The story takes place in a remote village that becomes a battleground between a colonial-era British Indian Army officer, Betaal, his battalion of zombie redcoats, and the modern counter-insurgency forces sent to deal with them. It stars Viineet Kumar Singh, Aahana Kumra, Suchitra Pillai and Jitendra Joshi in lead roles.

Ghoul (Netflix)

Ghoul, a three-episode supernatural thriller, premiered in August 2018. Set in a dystopian future under a totalitarian regime, the narrative follows the interrogation of Radhika Apte in a secret detention center. As he delves into the interrogation process, he stumbles upon disturbing truths about the prisoners. The plot gradually develops to include supernatural elements, a mysterious and evil force referred to as “Ghoul”.

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Gehraiyaan (JioCinema)

After a traumatic incident in Bangalore, Reina moves to Mumbai to focus on her career. However, his new life is disrupted by paranormal events that force him to delve deeper into the mystery behind it. Directed by Siddhant Sachdev, the horror series stars Sanjeeda Sheikh, Vatsal Shetty, Radhika Bangia and others.

The Walking Dead (Netflix)

Adapted from the comic book series created by Robert Kirkman, Tony Moore and Charlie Adlard, The Walking Dead is an American post-apocalyptic horror series. The narrative unfolds in a world ravaged by a zombie outbreak, where reanimated corpses are referred to as “walkers”. The main storyline centers on a group of survivors led by characters like Rick Grimes (portrayed by Andrew Lincoln) as they try to overcome the challenges of staying alive in the face of a zombie apocalypse. As the story progresses, the series explores not only the difficulties of dealing with the dead, but also dealing with conflicts between the living.