While it was a commercial success, becoming one of the highest-grossing Hindi films of early 2026, critical reviews were mixed. Some found it a "dated, ungainly mess" relying too much on nostalgia.
“"A refreshing breakaway film for the Hindi cinema that strips back the traditional tropes of Bollywood and offers up a pure horror." — Facebook Review on Bhoot 2003 ” Facebook · Anupama Chopra · 6 years ago While it was a commercial success, becoming one
Generally received a 3/5 or 7/10 from critics who appreciated the attempt but found the execution uneven. 3. Bhooth Bangla (2026) - The Horror-Comedy Many reviewers felt the second half succumbed to
A bereaved shipping officer investigates an abandoned, haunted ship called the Seabird while battling his own trauma and hallucinations. While it was a commercial success
A couple moves into a high-rise apartment in Mumbai, only to find it haunted by the spirit of a woman who committed suicide there.
Many reviewers felt the second half succumbed to "stereotypical Hindi thriller" tropes, such as unconvincing backstories and an over-reliance on jump scares.
This modern entry stars and is inspired by the true 2011 event of a cargo ship washing ashore on Mumbai’s Juhu Beach.