Horror TV Show – While mother-in-law-daughter-in-law dramas have always been a staple on Indian television, there was a time when switching on the TV in the dead of night was nothing short of an adventure. In the 2010s, people were bored with the melodramatic serials and were looking for something that would send shivers down their spines. It was during this time that a show arrived that claimed each of its stories was “true.”
When ‘Bhoot Aaya’ Gave Everyone Sleepless Nights
In 2013, a show premiered on Zee TV that made people huddle under their blankets—’Bhoot Aaya’ (Ghost Came). This wasn’t just any ordinary horror show. It was made in an anthology format, meaning each episode featured a new story, a new fear, and a new suspense.
The show’s most notable features:
Claim of true events: The makers claimed that these stories were based on real incidents that had happened to people in different parts of the country.
Emotional connection: The aim wasn’t just to scare, but the emotional angle behind these paranormal stories won the hearts of the viewers.
Famous faces: The show featured several popular TV stars, which made it seem even more realistic.
Why was this show a hit?
At that time, this show garnered tremendous TRP ratings in its time slot. Its background music was so terrifying that the sudden jump scares made hearts race. Many people couldn’t even muster the courage to watch it alone, yet they wouldn’t miss the next episode.









