For decades, Telugu horror was synonymous with "Horror-Comedy" (e.g., Raju Gari Gadhi , Geethanjali ). However, the success of films like Virupaksha (2023) and Maa Oori Polimera (2021–2023) signaled a paradigm shift. Audiences began rejecting generic tropes in favor of narratives steeped in "Deccan folklore"—stories involving village deities, tantric rituals, and generational curses.
Since we are currently in 2024, a comprehensive academic or critical "paper" on the of Telugu horror movies released in 2025 cannot yet be written. However, based on current industry trends, announced projects, and the trajectory of Tollywood (the Telugu film industry), we can construct a forecast and analysis . telugu horror movies 2025
Telugu cinema has steadily upped its horror game, moving from comedy-horror blends to genuine psychological and supernatural thrillers. 2025 looks promising with several intriguing projects. Since we are currently in 2024, a comprehensive
Samantha Ruth Prabhu 's production Subham brought a fresh comedic take to the genre, featuring a cast of newcomers in a lighter but eerie narrative. 2025 looks promising with several intriguing projects
A new wave of filmmakers is experimenting with the "screen-life" format or technology-driven hauntings.
| Movie Title | Lead Cast | Director | Notes | |-------------|-----------|----------|-------| | | Priyadarshi, Rohini | Ravi Kiran Kola | Period horror; backed by noted producers | | Grahanam 2 | Naveen Chandra | Unknown | Sequel to the 2022 found-footage hit | | Nijam Kadhulu – Chapter 2 | Satyadev, Regina Cassandra | Rakesh D. | Anthology horror; first part was well-received | | Untitled Sudheer Varma Project | Sundeep Kishan | Sudheer Varma | Supernatural-action-horror | | Veta | Srikanth (Mohan) | Kiran Kondamudi | Rural folk horror with occult themes |