MUMBAI: This season, horror is at the heart of the audience's spirit, and Prime Video is ready to elevate the genre to unprecedented heights with it's first Original series in the genre. Khauf, an intense, eight-part suspense horror series, has just released its spine-chilling trailer. Directed by the talented duo Pankaj Kumar and Surya Balakrishnan, and produced by Matchbox Shots, this series is the brainchild of Smita Singh, who also serves as its writer and creator.
Discussing her commitment to preserving the genre's essence, Smita Singh shared, "The way we’ve approached and filmed it—it's raw and genuine. We've avoided comedy, embellishments, or diluting what's truly terrifying."
Smita promises that Khauf will deliver an unyielding horror experience, setting it apart from the norm. She adds, "Rooted in realism, we’ve seamlessly intertwined it with the surreal to the point where it becomes indistinguishable. The fear in the mind and the danger in the world converge. It's primal, visceral. This evolution—moving beyond just thrills to evoke profound dread—was missing. That's the niche Khauf is poised to fill."
This series showcases a stellar ensemble cast, featuring Monika Panwar, Rajat Kapoor, Abhishek Chauhan, Geetanjali Kulkarni, and Shilpa Shukla in pivotal roles. Khauf is set to launch on April 18, exclusively on Prime Video for audiences in India and over 240 countries and territories worldwide.
With its haunting storyline, Khauf is shaping up to be a must-watch for horror aficionados, inviting them into a world where unseen terror looms. Prepare for an extraordinary descent into fear—don't miss the premiere of Khauf on April 18, available exclusively on Prime Video. Stay tuned for further updates and brace yourself for a suspense-filled horror experience like no other.
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