The movie is India's first horror film, earned 10 times more the budget, climax will make you sweat in fear, movie is..., lead actors were...
The first horror film in India was released in the year 1949. Its name was Mahal. This film sent chills down the spine of audiences. Released over 70 years ago, the movie was directed by Kamal Amrohi and turned out to be a huge superhit. It was the first Indian movie to introduce audiences to the concept of ghosts on the big screen.
Mahal starred Ashok Kumar and Madhubala in lead roles. The story of the film revolves around Ashok Kumar's character, who goes to live in a very old mansion. There, he meets a mysterious woman, played by Madhubala. The woman introduces herself as Ashok Kumar's lover from his previous life. Slowly, the story keeps getting eerier. India's First Horror Film Earned More Than Its Budget
This film was produced by Bombay Talkies, and it was one of the most expensive films of that era. It is said that at the time, Mahal was made for Rs 12 lakh and earned between Rs 1 to 2 crore. A very impressive set was built for the film.
In that era, the pairing of Ashok Kumar and Madhubala was considered a superhit. The songs from the film are still regarded as classics. This film will keep you hooked until the end.
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