Suspense thriller movies have a unique way of boosting our interest, keeping us hooked with every scene. Tollywood has already given us several films with thrilling elements, and some of the most underrated Telugu movies also fall within this genre. We’ve curated a list of the best suspense movies in Telugu, and we hope you’ll enjoy exploring them.
In the early days, Telugu audiences mainly preferred action, romance, and comedy genres. However, over the years, thriller and suspense films have made their mark, quickly becoming fan favorites. These movies are known for keeping the audience on the edge of their seats, focusing on story execution and screenplay that heighten the suspense.
Best Telugu Suspense Thriller Movies List
The thriller genre has been widely embraced by the Telugu film industry, with many filmmakers focusing on strong narratives and innovative storytelling. Recently, new-generation directors have brought fresh perspectives to this genre. Films like Mathu Vadalara and Hit showcase great execution, marking a shift in how suspense thrillers are made in Telugu cinema.
Hit (2020)
Mathu Vadalara
Kshanam
Goodachari
Karthikeya
Evaru
Awe
U-turn
Madha
1-Nenokaidne
Rakshasudu
Drushyam
Drushyam 2
Anasuya (2007)
Anukokunda Oka Roju
Anukshanam
Anveshana
Abhilasha
Manthra (2007)
Ave Kallu (1967)
Gentleman (2016)
Gaganam
118 (2019)
Hit 2 (2022)
Nagaram (2017)
Agent Sai Srinivas Athreya(2019)
Nenu Meeku Telusa (2008)
Dhruva (2016)
Kshanam
GameOver (2019)
Gatham
The above list is about the best Tollywood thriller movies. I hope you like the list of the best thriller movies in Telugu. There are a lot of thrilling movies made by our talented Telugu directors, but some have names; the remaining movies don’t get fame.
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