India, Dec. 18 -- The consumer base for thrillers in Indian cinema has undergone a substantial and silent change shift. The people no longer want dazzling spectacles or rapid-cut montages. Well, not just those anyway. There is now hunger for slow-burn stories, for tension that simmers. As we look ahead to Best Indian thriller movies in 2026, it is clear that the genre is entering one of its most exciting phases yet in the country. The irresistible combo of big stars and the pan-Indian storytelling ambitions along with talented screenwriter and directors are all set to make 2026 a milestone year for thriller movies.

What makes the slate particularly compelling is its variety. These are not movies cut from a single thriller cloth. Some lea...