If you're a fan of the thriller genre, South Indian cinema has some fantastic options to keep you on the edge of your seat. These films offer intriguing plots, suspenseful storytelling, and memorable performances, making them a compelling watch for mystery enthusiasts.
Cold Case (2021) - A supernatural crime thriller, Cold Case follows the investigation of a mysterious murder case that has remained unsolved for years. Prithviraj Sukumaran plays the role of a dedicated police officer who delves into the chilling secrets surrounding the case.
Saani Kaayidham (2021) - This Tamil crime thriller revolves around a father who seeks revenge for the injustice done to his daughter. Directed by Arun Matheswaran, the film stars Keerthy Suresh and Selvaraghavan in lead roles.
Ratsasan (2018)- Ratsasan is a gripping psychological thriller in Tamil, where a troubled cop portrayed by Vishnu Vishal investigates a series of brutal murders committed by a serial killer. The film received critical acclaim for its suspenseful storytelling.
HIT -1 (2020)- HIT - Homicide Intervention Team is a Telugu crime thriller starring Vishwak Sen as a police officer assigned to solve a high-profile missing persons case that turns out to be a complex investigation involving dark secrets.
Thupparivalan (2017) - Directed by Mysskin, Thupparivalan is a Tamil detective thriller featuring Vishal as a brilliant private investigator who takes on an intricate case involving mysterious crimes. The film is heavily inspired by the famous detective character Sherlock Holmes.
Drishyam (2013) - Drishyam is a critically acclaimed Malayalam film that later got remade in multiple languages. Mohanlal stars as a cable operator who finds himself entangled in a web of lies and cover-ups to protect his family when they become accidental witnesses to a crime.
Yashoda (2020) - Yashoda is a Kannada psychological thriller that explores the complexities of a dysfunctional family and the dark secrets they harbor. The film highlights the psychological trauma faced by the protagonist, played by Avinash Yelandur.
Jana Gana Mana The plot details of this upcoming film directed by Shashank Khaitan are not widely known yet. It stars Vicky Kaushal in the lead role and is eagerly anticipated by fans and audiences.
Kavaaludaari (2019) - Kavaaludaari is a Kannada crime thriller that follows the story of a traffic cop and a retired inspector who team up to solve a seemingly simple hit-and-run case, but they soon find themselves embroiled in a complex web of crimes and corruption.
