From Virupaksha to Masooda: 5 breathtaking horror movies of tollywood

Horror movies indeed have a dedicated fan base, and Tollywood has produced some captivating and spine-chilling horror films over the years. Here are a few must-watch horror movies from Tollywood:

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'Virupaksha' is a 2023 Telugu-language horror thriller film in India, directed by Karthik Varma Dandu, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Sukumar. The film stars Sai Dharam Tej, Samyuktha, Sunil, Rajeev Kanakala, Brahmaji, Ajay, and Ravi Krishna in key roles. 'Virupaksha' has garnered positive reviews from film critics.

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It is a 2021 Telugu-language period romantic drama film directed by Rahul Sankrityan. The movie is partly set in the backdrop of 1970s Kolkata and revolves around the theme of reincarnation. Nani plays a dual role in the film, and Sai Pallavi takes on a prominent female lead role. The critical reception of 'Shyam Singha Roy' was mixed to positive, with critics applauding the performances while expressing criticism toward the screenplay.

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This 2021 Telugu-language thriller film was written and directed by Anil Vishwanath. It features Baladitya and Satyam Rajesh in the lead roles. The film effectively portrays its rustic setting, which is integral to the storyline. Atmospheric elements contribute to the overall essence of the movie. Additionally, the murder mystery plot displays moments of brilliance, and the twists in the story manage to captivate the audience's interest to a certain degree.

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'Anando Brahma' is a 2017 Telugu-language comedy horror film written and directed by Mahi V. Raghav. The film stars Taapsee Pannu, Srinivas Reddy, Shakalaka Shankar, and Vennela Kishore in key roles. 'Anando Brahma' managed to collect ₹15 crore as its worldwide gross.

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This is a 2022 Telugu-language supernatural horror film written and directed by debutant Sai Kiran. The movie features a cast including Sangeetha, Thiruveer, Kavya Kalyanram, and Subhalekha Sudhakar. 'Masooda' hit theaters on November 18, 2022, and received positive reviews from both critics and audiences. It also achieved commercial success at the box office.

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