Not Stree 2, Bhool Bhulaiyya 3, these 5 movies scare you as well as make you laugh, one of them became huge blockbuster, streaming on…
GH News August 01, 2025 01:06 AM

Indian cinema has recently embraced the horror-comedy genre blending supernatural elements with humor to create unique cinematic experiences with huge blockbusters like Stree 2 and Bhool Bhulaiyya 3. Here are five other standout films in this genre each offering a distinct narrative and available on various OTT platforms.
Kakuda (2024)
Set in the village of Ratodi Kakuda revolves around a peculiar curse where a ghostly figure named Kakuda punishes those who fail to open a small door in their homes every Tuesday at 7:15 PM. The film follows Sunny and Indira as they confront this malevolent spirit. With a blend of horror and comedy the movie features Riteish Deshmukh Sonakshi Sinha and Saqib Saleem in lead roles. Directed by Aditya Sarpotdar it is available for streaming on ZEE5 and has an IMDb rating of 5.4.
Bhaagamathie (2018)
In Bhaagamathie Anushka Shetty portrays Chanchala an IAS officer imprisoned in a haunted mansion as part of a political conspiracy. As supernatural events unfold Chanchala becomes possessed by the spirit of Queen Bhaagamathie leading to a series of thrilling incidents. The film combines elements of horror action and political intrigue. Directed by G. Ashok it is available on Amazon Prime Video and ZEE5 boasting an IMDb rating of 6.9.
Demonte Colony 2 (2024)
A sequel to the 2015 film Demonte Colony 2 delves deeper into the haunted Demonte Colony. The plot intertwines themes of possession satanic rituals and ancestral curses. Starring Arulnithi and Priya Bhavani Shankar the film continues to build on its predecessors eerie atmosphere. It is available for streaming on ZEE5 and has garnered positive reviews for its gripping storyline. The film made on a budget of Rs 15-20 crore earned Rs 85 crore at the box office and became a huge blockbuster.
Maa Oori Polimera (2021)
This Telugu-language film explores the dark practices of black magic in a rural village. The story follows Jangaiah an aspiring police constable as he uncovers the sinister activities involving his brother Komaraiah. With elements of suspense and horror the film delves into themes of superstition and familial bonds. Maa Oori Polimera has received acclaim for its storytelling and is available on JioHotstar.
Romancham (2023)
Romancham is a Malayalam horror-comedy film inspired by real-life events. It follows seven bachelors in Bangalore who experiment with a Ouija board leading to unexpected and eerie experiences. The film blends everyday humor with spine-chilling moments making it relatable and genuinely entertaining. Directed by Jithu Madhavan and starring Soubin Shahir Romancham was a box office success and is available to stream on JioHotstar.