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Best Telugu Thriller Movies

The finest thriller cinema from Telugu filmmakers, ranked. Each entry pulls together IMDb scores, critic ratings, and current streaming availability into one editorial card.

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  1. #1
    First Time

    First Time

    2026 · 0 min

    Two aliens on a covert mission to propagate their species. Two engineering students whose lives become entangled in something far older than they understand. First Time is 2026's most quietly ambitious genre experiment.

  2. #2
    Virgo

    Virgo

    2026 · 0 min

    It captures both the conflict (toxic plant vs addiction) and the central emotional force (maternal love).

  3. #3
    Lucky Baskhar

    Lucky Baskhar

    2024 · 0 min

    In 'Lucky Baskhar', a desperate bank cashier plunges into the world of financial deceit. This 2024 thriller expertly combines crime, drama, and a bit of dark humor.

  4. #4
    Paanch Minar

    Paanch Minar

    2025 · 0 min

    Dive into the chaotic world of Paanch Minar, a 2025 release that masterfully blends dark comedy with nail-biting thrills. When a don's son inherits a criminal empire amidst family betrayal and an unwitting cab driver gets caught in the crossfire, you know it's going to be wild. This film promises a rollercoaster ride of laughs and suspense.

  5. #5
    Arjun S/O Vyjayanthi

    Arjun S/O Vyjayanthi

    2025 · 0 min

    Arjun S/O Vyjayanthi is a 2025 action-crime thriller that pits a gangster son against a terrorist targeting his IPS-officer mother. At 142 minutes, it earns every second with high-stakes family drama and kinetic set-pieces.

  6. #6
    Honey

    Honey

    2026 · 0 min

    Honey is a 2026 horror-thriller about a fractured family, a forbidden ritual, and a child caught between reality and madness. It tackles systemic abuse and spiritual terror with unflinching intensity.

  7. #7
    Son Of

    Son Of

    2026 · 0 min

    An entitled son sues his father for neglecting his duties. The father's powerful response sparks a courtroom battle that teaches the son about responsibility, love, and family.

  8. #8
    Suyodhana

    Suyodhana

    2026 · 0 min

    In *Suyodhana*, a young Foley artist faces his troubled past after a shocking accusation unravels his life. This gripping mystery thriller intertwines family drama with psychological suspense.

  9. #9
    Kuberaa

    Kuberaa

    2025 · 0 min

    Kuberaa unravels a layered narrative of crime and survival. Neeraj's empire is threatened when Deva, a beggar, absconds with a fortune, igniting a tense chase.

  10. #10
    HIT: The Third Case

    HIT: The Third Case

    2025 · 0 min

    Nani returns as ruthless cop Arjun Sarkaar in HIT: The Third Case, a 2025 Telugu-language crime thriller where the Homicide Intervention Team hunts a group of serial killers. At 157 minutes, it's the third installment in Sailesh Kolanu's escalating franchise.

  11. #11
    Mathu Vadalara 2

    Mathu Vadalara 2

    2024 · 0 min

    Babu and Yesu are back—and this time they're special agents. Mathu Vadalara 2 reunites the cult-favorite duo for a 139-minute romp through crime, comedy, and pure mayhem that doesn't take itself seriously for a second.

  12. #12
    Aarambham

    Aarambham

    2024 · 0 min

    The Telugu-language sci-fi thriller Aarambham, released in 2024, plunges viewers into a perplexing mystery when a death row inmate vanishes from a high-security prison. Detectives Chaitanya and Madhav must piece together cryptic clues, including a mysterious diary, to solve a case that defies logic. It's a race against time, with a very human core.

  13. #13
    Mrithyunjay

    Mrithyunjay

    2026 · 0 min

    Mrithyunjay unravels a gripping tale of murder, deception, and relentless pursuit. This thriller keeps you on the edge as a man challenges the status quo to uncover the truth.

  14. #14
    1: Nenokkadine

    1: Nenokkadine

    2014 · 0 min

    A rock star haunted by trauma and neurological damage hunts his parents' killers in this 2014 Telugu psychological thriller. Mahesh Babu anchors a twisty, ambitious film that doesn't always land—but when it does, it's unforgettable.

  15. #15
    Kingdom

    Kingdom

    2025 · 0 min

    In Kingdom, a humble constable is thrust into a perilous spy mission, intertwining his fate with that of his estranged brother. A gripping tale of danger and family bonds.

  16. #16
    Saripodhaa Sanivaaram

    Saripodhaa Sanivaaram

    2024 · 0 min

    A man who bottles his rage for six days and unleashes it only on Saturdays — Saripodhaa Sanivaaram is one of 2024's most inventive Telugu action thrillers, anchored by a premise you won't forget.

  17. #17
    KA

    KA

    2024 · 0 min

    Set in the 1970s, 'KA' follows Abhinaya Vasudev, a postman determined to uncover the truth behind mysterious disappearances in his village. With its gripping storyline, KA keeps viewers on the edge of their seats.

  18. #18
    Satyabhama

    Satyabhama

    2024 · 0 min

    Kajal Aggarwal takes on the titular role of ACP Satyabhama, a driven officer grappling with her own past while investigating a high-stakes missing person case. This Telugu crime thriller promises a journey into dark secrets, where redemption hangs precariously in the balance. Can she escape the shadows that haunt her?

  19. #19
    Pushpa 2 - The Rule

    Pushpa 2 - The Rule

    2024 · 0 min

    Pushpa 2 - The Rule, releasing in 2024, follows Pushpa's daring quest for power amid old and new rivalries. With a runtime of 201 minutes, it's a thrilling experience.

  20. #20
    (Tillu)²

    (Tillu)²

    2024 · 0 min

    In this vibrant sequel, Tillu navigates love and heartbreak while spinning tracks at every event. But when Lilly enters his life, everything changes. Will he find happiness again?

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