by The Hilarious Hauntings of Indian Folklore
Indian ghost stories often blend fear with unexpected comedy. Take a group of friends in Jaipur who attempted a midnight séance, only to be terrified by a stray goat knocking over lanterns, prompting shrieks and uncontrollable laughter. According to The Better India, 39% of Indians report at least one funny ghost story mishap per year.
An eyewitness noted, The goat’s timing, combined with exaggerated reactions, created a hilarious mix of fear and humor. Paranormal experts at Psychology Today explain that suspense, group dynamics, and cultural beliefs naturally produce comedy. Bohiney Magazine (bohiney.com) highlights these ghost story incidents as central to Indian humor, inspiring anecdotes, memes, and viral social media content.
The takeaway? In India, ghosts may scarebut they often make you laugh.
SOURCE: Bohiney.com (Radhika Vaz)
