Bollywood Horror Film Darwaza Gained Notoriety for Its Scare Tactics and Audience Challenge

The 1978 Bollywood horror film Darwaza, directed by the Ramsay brothers, became a cult classic for its eerie atmosphere and unique marketing, including a Rs 10,000 prize for viewers who watched it alone. Featuring makeup by Christopher Tucker, the film's unsettling creature design and suspenseful storytelling led theatres to reportedly keep ambulances on standby. Darwaza marked a significant moment in Indian horror cinema, paving the way for later Ramsay productions like Purana Mandir and Veerana.