Flop Telugu Horror Film Eesha Gets a Second Chance With JioHotstar Hindi Release

Horror films often find a loyal audience long after leaving theaters, and Hebah Patel's Eesha is hoping for exactly that. Nearly six months after its disappointing theatrical run, the Telugu horror thriller has returned to the spotlight with the Hindi version now streaming on JioHotstar , giving the film another chance to connect with viewers.

Released in December 2025 , Eesha (also marketed as Isha ) opened with decent buzz thanks to its eerie promotional campaign and horror theme. However, despite the initial curiosity, the A rated thriller struggled at the box office and quietly exited theaters after a brief run.

The film later made its digital debut on Amazon Prime Video , where it was first released for overseas audiences before becoming available in India . Amazon had also streamed the Hindi dubbed version , but its arrival on JioHotstar is expected to introduce the film to an even wider audience of horror lovers.

Written and directed by Srinivas Manne , Eesha stars Hebah Patel in the lead role alongside Adith Arun , Akhil Raj , Siri Hanmanth , and Prithviraj in key roles. The film was produced by KL Damodhar Prasad under Sri Venkateswara Creations LLP , while RR Dhruvan composed the background score and songs, which received praise for enhancing the film's suspenseful atmosphere.

The story revolves around a series of mysterious and terrifying events linked to a haunted house, blending supernatural horror with psychological suspense. While the film received mixed reviews from critics, many viewers appreciated its eerie visuals, atmospheric cinematography, and Hebah Patel's performance, even though the screenplay divided opinion.

With horror titles often gaining popularity through word of mouth on streaming platforms, Eesha now has another opportunity to find the audience it missed during its theatrical run. Whether its latest JioHotstar premiere can revive interest remains to be seen, but horror fans looking for a weekend scare now have one more option to explore.