April 2025 delivered a fresh wave of horror films and series guaranteed to give you chills. From cursed folklore and haunted hostels to eerie ghost encounters, these new releases go beyond basic jump scares. If you're craving deeper, more intense scares, titles like the psychological thriller 'Khauf' and the supernatural drama 'Chhorii 2' are must-watches.
Khauf – Prime Video
Madhu moves to a bustling city seeking a new beginning, but her hopes are crushed when she finds herself trapped in a hostel plagued by a sinister presence. As strange warnings surface and buried secrets emerge, Khauf morphs into a tense psychological thriller with supernatural twists. Featuring Monica Panwar, Rajat Kapoor, and Geetanjali Kulkarni, this Smita Singh creation builds fear steadily.
Sinners – In Theatres
Step into 1930s Mississippi, where twin brothers (both played by Michael B. Jordan) open a juke joint meant to uplift their community, only to unintentionally summon the dead. As the music plays, the lines between the living and the undead blur. Directed by Ryan Coogler, Sinners is a Southern Gothic vampire musical with a soul, exploring Black history, culture, and the cost of expression.
Chhorii 2 – Prime Video
The nightmare continues for Sakshi in Chhorii 2, a chilling sequel set in a labyrinth of underground caves. Facing off against darker forces and the haunting ‘Daasi Ma’, Sakshi must protect her daughter Ishani from unspeakable terror. With an impressive ensemble led by Nushrratt Bharuccha, the film raises both emotional and supernatural stakes.
Murmur – Prime Video
A group of Chennai-based YouTubers ventures into the haunted Jawadhu Hills, chasing legends of the 'Seven Saptha Kannigal' and the vengeful spirit Mangai. They aim to document real paranormal activity—but only their damaged cameras return. Murmur is found-footage horror that delivers nerve-wracking suspense and a terrifying descent into folklore.
Rakshasa – Sun NXT
In Rakshasa, Prajwal Devaraj plays Satya, a suspended cop who accidentally unleashes a deadly spirit and becomes trapped in a terrifying time loop. With each cycle, he’s forced to confront his past and outwit the evil that haunts him. This Kannada horror-thriller puts a fresh spin on the genre by blending supernatural dread with a time-bending twist.
So turn off the lights (if you dare), grab some popcorn, and dive into these fear-fueled stories.