Stop watching countless food shorts and Mukbang on YouTube for hours. You’re missing out on something better, educational, & most importantly, super fun. I am talking about suspenseful short films that are addictive & deserve attention from the audience. Let’s see the best of five Indian directed content with intriguing twists to watch right away!!!
1. Face off (2023)
Right from the first frame, Face Off is a masterpiece in suspense, with an unpredictable climax. Starring “Dinesh Bose”, it’s a solo play of a late-night employee, fear-struck in the office building as an unknown visitor lurks in the dark shadows. This is a perfect example of brilliant camerawork and music elevations to praise-worthy acting. The way they pulled off the story with tension running thick. This is a must-watch flick. Note: The actor got a national-level award for his excellence. So keep your expectations high and stream the thriller in full volume.
2. Devi (2020)
One of the best Royal Stag Barrel of Large Short Films, Devi is a tale of sisterhood, truth, and trauma. With an ensemble cast of Kajol, Shruthi Hassan, Neha Dhupia, Mukta Barve, & more, i.e., nine women sharing their perspectives on public issues, gender struggles, and each with a story of abuse. This is a very interesting and relevant content, especially for girls. “Devi” won the People’s Choice Award at the Filmfare Awards. So do watch this.
3. Ahalya (2015)
Originating from Bengal’s mythological tales, Ahalya tells the gripping story of a young police officer. She visits an artist’s home in the process of investigating a missing case, and slowly uncovers mysterious events surrounding his wife, Ahalya. Sujoy Ghosh’s choice of narrating the story with Radhika Apte as the main lead is a people pleaser. The plot twists keep us on the edge of our seats till the end. So, when are you watching?
4. Kriti (2016)
Starring versatile actor Manoj Bajpayee as Sapan, a psychological patient who visits his doctor, Kalpana that he is in love. He urges that Kriti is real, and as the doctor becomes aware of his claims, she starts questioning the lover’s existence, which reveals layers of manipulation and hallucinations he suffers from mental illness. The haunting story is a top-notch play of words and cinematography, as the climax completely flips the head.
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5. Chutney (2016)
Another Royal Stag Short film not to miss is Tisca Chopra’s Award-Winning “Chutney”. This is a story of a housewife’s struggle and a warning about husbands’ infidelity. She invites a young woman into her kitchen and starts telling an incident that slowly gets darker, spicier, and sinister while not changing the gentle tone. We can understand her subtle yet strong revenge against their deeds. The climax is very good, so do watch this.
Conclusion:
These short films are just the beginning of an amazing experience of filmmaking. As you get hooked into their charm, you will watch hundreds of short films and still can’t get enough of the gripping stories. So next time, when you open YouTube, search for these and immerse yourself in this modern art.
Written by – Meghana Pinninti