Khauf

I'm not a huge fan of web series, but this one got me hooked. I finished all the episodes in one go, and boy, does this series give you the creeps. I can confidently say Khauf is one of the most technically brilliant and chilling horror shows to come out of India.

There are three main plots that run in parallel - they can be a bit confusing at times, but it all comes together with a satisfying ending. The best part of the series is the dingy locations - they really add to the overall sense of dread.

Definitely give it a watch if you're a horror fan and appreciate good storytelling with solid production.

I feel incredibly proud to say that Khauf has been created by Indian filmmakers-what a gem! As someone who's a die-hard fan of the horror genre (but usually runs miles away from Bollywood horror), this series was an absolute surprise and a total win.

Khauf is a slow-burn masterpiece that grips you from the very first episode. Each episode starts with glimpses of the past, beautifully merging into the present-day narrative. The storytelling is so well-crafted that you just can't look away. Every episode incovers a new layer, keeping your curiosity and anxiety at peak levels.

The direction and cinematography? Just wow. The mood, the silence, the build-up-everything is so thoughtfully executed. I started watching the series thinking I'd just give it a try-and ended up binge-watching the entire thing in one go, from the same spot. That's how gripping it is.

To anyone who appreciates smart horror with depth and originality-Khauf is a must-watch. I promise, it's nothing like the usual horror tropes you've come to expect. Hats off to the creators for doing absolute justice to this genre.

Highly recommended. Don't miss it! It is available on Amazon Prime.

The writer of the show Smita Singh said "I moved to Delhi...(When you're a woman and an outsider) the city crushes down on you. Working women's hostel is a strange beast... I wanted to tell a story of what women feel through the lens of horror, horror is something we can't confront... Fear is something that follows you home."

Khauf, when you look at it through that lens, is an amazing show. If you like the horror genre but would like to see something that's just surface level horror with jump scares, this is a show unlike the ones that we've seen before in Hindi. Can't necessarily explain the details but Smita's comments should give you an idea.

Monika Panwar as Madhu was awesome, just like she was in almost all her previous works. Sadly, the industry would never let her become a big name because she's not from a film family. The support cast was great along with her.

The "horror" parts of the show were....decent. The "lore" was confusing, so many unanswered questions around it but if you choose to look past these shortcomings, it's a refreshingly different show; an 8hr show that could have been a great 2.5 hr movie.

A very fresh take in a horror genre, It has it all,eerie locations, characters build up and story unfolding in a subtle way.

The direction was thoughtful and dialogue delivery by all the actors was on point, special mentions to actor monika panwar(who plays madhu, she is a NSD passout), chum darang(lana) and last but obviously not the least Rajat Kapoor.

Finally its good to see how "real" actors can make the story telling almost equal to a live action, Sad truth is that the girl like lead will have to work really hard to get their first movie, whereas nepokids will keep on getting even after lackluster and expressionless acting.

Story's backdrop is the bustling city of Delhi, yet it creates a sense of fear in you through its secluded locations, old structures and bang on BGM.

Overall it comes as a breath of fresh air for someone who really admires the horror thriller genre, but was bored of watching the cliched movies in a past decade, satisfying ending will definitely give you goosebumps and a thought to ponder. Great work AMAZON PRIME.

Filled with atmospheric tension and protagonists compelling performance. The cinematography and sound design effectively create a sense of unease.

However, the horror elements may not fully deliver the expected scares, and the narrative occasionally becomes muddled by addressing multiple social themes simultaneously.

But these are minor glitches which can be overlooked given the series keeps you on the edge of your seats... Monika Panwar's performance and transformation is commendable All the supporting cast perform to the full potential.

Rajat Kapoor deserves a spaecial mention.

But this engaging Indian Horror series is a must watch...