5 Bollywood horror-comedies to stream this Halloween
As jack-o’-lanterns glow and the night turns eerie, it’s officially Halloween—the perfect excuse to curl up with your favorite snacks and dive into Bollywood’s quirkiest horror-comedy films. Blending jump scares with rib-tickling humor, these movies have given Indian cinema a refreshing twist. From supernatural tales to ghostly giggles, here are the top five films that have redefined this fun and freaky genre.
1. Kartik Aaryan’s Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2
A sequel that lived up to the legacy, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 brought back the haunted laughter we didn’t know we missed. Kartik Aaryan’s Rooh Baba became an instant pop-culture favorite, effortlessly stepping into the shoes once worn by Akshay Kumar. With a whopping ₹681 crore at the box office, this film proved that horror can be hysterical too—especially when paired with Aaryan’s perfect comic timing.
2. Ayushmann Khurrana’s Thamma
Known for his knack for unconventional roles, Ayushmann Khurrana took a spooky detour with Thamma. As Aalok Goyal, he delivered both frights and feels, anchoring a story that blended the supernatural with slice-of-life humor. Riding on festive cheer and Khurrana’s acting prowess, the film became a massive crowd-pleaser and a strong addition to Bollywood’s growing horror-comedy catalogue.
3. Abhay Verma’s Munjya
Newcomer Abhay Verma stunned audiences with his debut in Munjya, a small-budget film that became a big-screen sensation. Made for around ₹30 crore, it raked in over ₹132 crore globally, marking Verma’s explosive arrival in Bollywood. His portrayal of Bittu — a young man caught in a hilariously creepy predicament—struck a chord with younger audiences, proving that even fresh faces can carry massive hits.
4. Varun Dhawan’s Bhediya
When it comes to transformation, Varun Dhawan’s Bhediya quite literally raised the bar. Playing a man cursed to turn into a werewolf, Dhawan delivered both scares and laughs in equal measure. Paired with Kriti Sanon, the film’s stunning visuals and witty dialogue helped it gross nearly ₹90 crore worldwide. Bhediya stands as one of Bollywood’s most inventive genre experiments to date.
5. Rajkummar Rao’s Stree
No list of horror comedies would be complete without Stree. Directed by Amar Kaushik and led by the ever-brilliant Rajkummar Rao, the film turned folklore into a nationwide phenomenon. Alongside Shraddha Kapoor, Abhishek Banerjee, and Aparshakti Khurana, Rao brought to life a witty, feminist ghost story that struck a perfect balance between humor and horror. The Stree franchise has since earned over ₹627 crore and inspired a cinematic universe of its own.
So this Halloween, whether you’re in for a light scare or a laugh-out-loud fright night, Bollywood has you covered. These films prove that fear can be funny—and in true desi style, always comes with a dash of heart.
