Telugu cinema, long celebrated for its mass masala entertainers and larger-than-life heroes, has quietly been building a terrifying new legacy. For decades, the genre was relegated to B-movie slates or comedic horror spoofs. But 2025 marks a tectonic shift. This year, Tollywood has fully embraced psychological dread, folkloric terror, and high-budget supernatural thrills.
The year 2025 has brought a wave of innovative horror to Telugu cinema, moving beyond traditional jump scares to embrace supernatural thrillers, psychological dread, and unique "slapstick horror." From major star-led blockbusters to gritty indie projects, here are the best Telugu horror movies of 2025. Top Anticipated & Released Titles The Raja Saab best telugu horror movies 2025
Director: Ritesh Rana
Cast: Priyadarshi Pullikonda, Rohini Molletti Screams in the Dark: The Best Telugu Horror
The Plot: A psychological horror film following an insecure medical student who battles a malevolent spirit haunting his mind while his family seeks spiritual cures. IMDb rating ≥ 6
The aptly titled "Vettala Raddlu" (Demon's Wrath) is a haunting mystery film directed by seasoned filmmaker, Sekhar Kammula. The movie revolves around a series of mysterious deaths in a small town, and stars an ensemble cast, including Mahesh Babu and Nayanthara. With its perfect blend of suspense, mystery, and horror elements, "Vettala Raddlu" promises to be a captivating experience.
Released on November 7, 2025, this supernatural mystery thriller is inspired by the conspiracy theories of Kerala's Padmanabhaswamy Temple.
Director: Swaroop Reddy
Cast: Siddhu Jonnalagadda, Ananya Nagalla