Here is a list of the best 90s Bollywood thriller movies that are even better than Hollywood. Even after more than 2 decades, these 10 thrillers still give us chills and goosebumps!
90s Bollywood Thriller Movies That Are Even Better Than Hollywood
1. Baazigar
No one can deny that this 1993 action thriller was one of the finest works of Shah Rukh Khan. He nailed this anti-hero role to perfection. It was amazing how skillfully he played the role of a cold-blooded killer who charms people!
 2. Kaun
The lethal combination of Manoj Bajpayee and Urmila Matondkar gave us one of the best nail-biting suspense thrillers. The movie shows a woman, alone in a house, who is scared of a serial killer on the loose. While Manoj Bajpayee is concerned about this lady, the way story unfolds leaves you shocked and entertained!
3. Gupt
One of the best 90s Bollywood thrillers is Kajol’s music thriller Gupt! While the movie stars Bobby Deol and Manisha Koirala, it is Kajol who steals the show. You would love everything about this 90s Bollywood thriller – Songs, plot, cast! Everything is just perfect! Even after more than two decades, Gupt remains Bollywood’s one of the finest thrillers of all time.
4. Ajnabee
The next on the list of Best 90s Bollywood Thrillers is Ajanbee. This insane murder mystery is full of unexpected twists and turns, that keep you at the edge of the seat till the end. Akshay Kumar in a negative role was something that no one saw coming! With the power-packed performances and great screenplay, this thriller is a complete entertainer! In case you haven’t watched it yet, you have to watch this masterpiece.
5. Darr
While talking about Bollywood’s best thriller movies from the 90s, how could we miss Shah Rukh Khan’s Darr? Shah Rukh Khan’s Darr is another reminder of how 90s Bollywood thrillers were so much better than today’s movies. SRK’s extraordinary performance as an obsessive lover set this movie apart from the rest of the thrillers.
6. Gumraah
The movie captures the ordeal of a young girl who unknowingly falls into the trap of drug peddling! Seeing Roshni’s (Sridevi) talent for singing, Rahul gives her a break and they eventually fall in love. On a foreign trip, she is arrested for possession of cocaine, not knowing that it is all Rahul’s doing. Even after so many years, Sridevi’s Gumraah still gives us goosebumps and chills.Â
7. Khiladi
The next on our list of ‘Best 90s Bollywood Thriller Movies’ is Akshay Kumar’s Khiladi. Yes, Akshay Kumar proved his potential in this very first film of the Khiladi series. This movie seems like a romantic flick, but takes a turn as an engaging suspense thriller!
8. 100 Days
100 Days is one of the most chilling thrillers of the 90s. This movie will make your heart race with every passing scene. The story is about Devi, a clairvoyant woman, who has a vision of her sister getting murdered. After her sister goes missing, she tracks the clues to identify the murderer.
9. Sarfarosh (1999)
A gripping thriller, “Sarfarosh” follows an honest and determined cop as he battles terrorism. A powerful narrative, intense performances, and a thought-provoking storyline make it a standout 90s Bollywood thriller. And, we must say it is one of the finest cop dramas Bollywood has ever made – much better than today’s cop universe.Â
10. Mohra (1994)
“Mohra” combines action and suspense as it tells the story of a journalist, a police officer, and a convict entangled in a web of corruption and crime. A journalist steps in to help a convict serving a life sentence by making an appeal in court. Despite successfully securing his freedom, they soon uncover a dark and unsettling reason behind his release. With catchy music, thrilling sequences, and a compelling plot, it remains a classic 90s Bollywood thriller. Love Raveena-Akshay? Can you ace our toughest quiz on this iconic couple?
Do let us know which one is your favorite!