This 8 episode horror series will make you sweat in fear, is now trending on number 1 on OTT, has 7.6 IMDb rating, series name is…, lead actor is…
With 8 episodes, this spooky and all-things-grey series is being watched by everyone around. The series will make you sweat with fear and the climax episode will make you lose your mind. Yes, if you are wondering which series we are talking about, then it is the viral and trending – Khauf.
If you are someone with a weak heart, we advise you to keep a close one beside you while watching Khauf on Amazon Prime Video. Written by Smita Singh, and directed by Pankaj Kumar and Surya Balakrishnan, Khauf features Monica Panwar, Rajat Kapoor, Abhishek Chauhan, Geetanjali Kulkarni, and Shilpa Shukla in the main roles. The series has been produced under the banner of Matchbox Shots.
Khauf Plot
The story of the series revolves around a girl named Madhu, who came to Delhi from Gwalior in search of a job. For accommodation, she chooses a girls' hostel and gets room number 333, which people consider haunted. There comes a point when Madhu experiences haunted activities. What happens next will blow your mind.
Khauf has received mixed reviews from the audience and critics. The series has got a 7.6 IMDb rating. Rajat Kapoor, Monica Panwar, Geetanjali Kulkarni, and Chum Darang surprised everyone with their strong acting.
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