Top 10 South Indian Mystery Thriller In The Past 5 Years

What is your favorite genre of movies? The ones that you find yourself going back to whenever you are bored or too exhausted from the days work. A common answer would be thriller, mystery or suspense. So, we present to you all three in one. We all know that there are a lot of thriller movies around and the list can go on till the end of time so, we have mentioned the best South Indian mystery thriller from 2018 till 2022.

1. Evaru Click to look into! >> Read More... (2019)

Evaru is a Telugu film about a business woman, Sameera Maha. She is involved in a case of killing a DSP who had allegedly raped the former. Evaru tells us the incidents around the case, the chances of corruption, murder, and everything that a crime thriller should have. Watch how the truth, did Sameera really act in self-defence or some other intentions had been involved in the accident?

2. Raatsasan (2018)

What happens when a corpse of a 15-year student is suddenly discovered? The story of Raatsasan, is of a filmmaker who wanted to make movies on psychopaths. Although, due to family pressure and failed attempts he joins the police force. How will he find out who abducted the girl and killed her brutally? Will he give up on his dream or have a chance to do something he loves?

3. Thadam Click to look into! >> Read More... (2019)

A drama accompanied by crime and thrill. In the film a police officer tries to unfold the mysteries behind a murder case. The case is not that of a simple murder but some twists and turns keep coming his way. We’ll have to take a look at the movie to see whether the culprit will be found or not.

4. Anjaam Pathiraa Click to look into! >> Read More... (2020)

Anjaam Pathiraa is also translated as ‘the fifth midnight.’ This one is a Malayalam crime thriller with some of the best music choices. Watch how the police force work with a psychologist to solve several cases until some weird stuff starts occurring. We can assure you that you are never going to get over this film.

5. Gultoo (2018)

One of the few cyber-crime mystery thrillers released in Kannada language. The story plot of data theft and some secrets that should remain hidden. A perfect execution with the perfect cast. Gultoo is a fresh mystery thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seats.

6. Drishyam 2 (2021)

There might be only a few people who still don’t know about Drishyam. The first part came out in 2013 and the second one in the list released in 2021. Let’s see if the story continues from where it was left with somethings that we didn’t know about or it will be altogether a different plot.

7. Kaithi Click to look into! >> Read More... (2019)

With the 2^nd part of the film still under production, Kaithi has left a huge mark in the world of films. A story of some prisoners, an orphanage and some drugs to be transported. A master plan that may or may not have been successful. A story that will make you cry, smile and also thrilled.

8. KGF Click to look into! >> Read More... 1 And 2 (2018,2022)

K.G.F has come out to be one of the best Mystery thriller movies. The first part of the series came out in 2018 followed by the next part not released much later. Winning more than the estimated number of awards and deserving more than it has won. The stories of Kolar Gold Fields have always been our favorite.

9. U-Turn U-Turn is a Hindi serial broadcast on DD National. >> Read More... (2018)

The story of an intern who works for a leading newspaper. Let us see what she does when she starts investigating the crimes that have been occurring in the city. How a simple case of violating U-turns turn to something more gruesome and devastating.

10. Irumbu Thirai Click to look into! >> Read More... (2018)

If we were to give a standing ovation to a mystery thriller, this one would be it. The story involves the life incidents of an INA Major who is working on his anger management. Upon consultation he decides to visit his family and soon finds out the hardships they are going through. A film that will force you to watch it till the end and wait for the probable sequel as well.

Hope you enjoy these movies and find this list somewhat helpful. There are other write-ups on the website and you can take help from them for other topics. Thank you for the read and do write in the comments in case of any suggestions.