Gujarati Horror Films Captivate Audiences Across India

As of November 2025, the Gujarati film industry is witnessing a remarkable rise in the popularity of horror films. Filmmakers and actors are celebrating the growing acceptance of this genre, which was once overlooked by national-level OTT platforms.

One of the standout examples is the upcoming release of Vash Level 2 on a leading OTT platform. The film's genre, horror, has become a significant trend in D-Town, with recent successes like Faati Ne?, Jhamkudi, and Vash. Gujarati audiences have demonstrated a strong affinity for horror films in their mother tongue, indicating a shift in their cinematic preferences.

Faisal Hashmi, the director of Faati Ne?, explains that fear is a primal, universal emotion that transcends languages and cultures. As a filmmaker, he finds it fascinating to explore the horror genre, which goes beyond just ghosts and focuses on the people they choose to haunt. Gujarati cinema is in an exciting phase, as audiences are now accepting content beyond traditional family dramas and comedies.

Actors like Ojas Rawal, who starred in the horror comedy Jhamkudi, agree that the promise of thrills and the addition of humor create a winning formula that captivates audiences. Filmmakers like Umang Vyas, the director of Jhamkudi, have found that horror has always had a loyal audience in Gujarat, with good Hindi and English horror films consistently performing well.

As the Gujarati film industry continues to evolve, the success of these horror comedies paves the way for more experimentation and innovation in the genre. Actors and filmmakers are embracing the challenges of creating engaging horror content, from technical aspects to delivering convincing performances. The future looks promising for Gujarati horror films, as they continue to captivate audiences across India.