
The spine-chilling storyline of Kaalratri 2 has left many viewers speechless, urging for thrilling Bengali horror content. From supernatural mysteries to folklore-inspired nightmares, Bengali web series give a daunting experience that you shouldn't miss. Here are the top five Bengali horror movies and series available on OTT platforms that promise to give you late-night jump scares.
Parnashavarir Shaap, or The Curse of Parnashavari, is a famous Bengali horror-mystery web series available on Hoichoi. Directed by Parambrata Chattopadhyay, the story follows a group of friends whose vacation in Darjeeling turns into a nightmare after they trigger a curse linked to Devi Parnashavari. The series consists of seven episodes based on ancient mythology, legends, and social perception.

Nishir Daak is a Bengali-language folk horror web series directed by Joydip Mukherjee. Streaming on Hoichoi, the story is focused on six research scholars who start their journey to explore the legend of 'Nishigandha' but become prey to the vengeful spirit. According to Bengali folklore, Nishi is a spirit at abandoned places and forests that calls out names more than twice in loved ones' voices.

Taranath Tantrik, directed by Qaushiq Mukherjee, is a 10-episode Bengali horror web series available on Hoichoi and Amazon MX player. It is based on stories by legendary Bengali novelist Bibhutibhushan Bandyopadhyay. It focuses on the mysterious practices done by Kolkata trantrik 'Taranth' who misused his powers in the past, leading to a very harsh punishment.

Directed by Nirjhar Mitra, Shikarpur is a nine-episode Bengali crime thriller on ZEE5. Set in a superstitious North Bengal town, the story follows Keshto, who is an aspiring detective and photographer attributed to a supernatural entity, 'Pichla Bhut.' The series, featuring Sandipta Sen and Debasish Mondal, offers a compelling dynamic between rookie sleuth and small-town mystery.

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Kamini is an 8-episode Bengali horror-suspense series streaming on Hoichoi and Amazon Prime Video. Directed by Ricky Basu, it follows two investigators who travel to a mysterious village, Nishutipur, to investigate the case of local men vanishing. The series blends supernatural folklore with thriller elements.

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