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Jay Alani is an Indian filmmaker, author, podcast host, and paranormal investigator known for his work in horror storytelling, paranormal-themed media projects, and supernatural folklore documentation.[1][2]
Career
[edit]Alani's work spans books, podcasts, films, public speaking engagements, and digital media appearances related to horror culture, folklore, and reported paranormal phenomena.[3][4]
According to a report published by Asian News International (ANI), a paranormal helpline associated with Alani's work received public inquiries concerning reported paranormal experiences and unexplained incidents.[5]
In 2022, media reports stated that Images International signed Alani for a psychological thriller project inspired by paranormal themes. [6]
Writing
[edit]Alani has co-authored books centered on paranormal experiences, horror storytelling, and investigative narratives.
Haunted
[edit]Haunted (2019), co-authored with Neil D'Silva and published by Penguin Random House India, presents case-based narratives drawn from reported paranormal investigations across India. [7]
The Paranormal Boy: The Journey of a Crusader
[edit]The Paranormal Boy: The Journey of a Crusader, co-authored with Prasun Roy and published by Rupa Publications, presents a biographical account of Alani's experiences and career in paranormal investigation.[8]
The Haunted Doorway
[edit]The Haunted Doorway, co-authored with Neil D'Silva and published by HarperCollins India, contains stories based on reported paranormal encounters and investigations.[9]
Film and Media Projects
[edit]Alani has been involved in horror and paranormal-themed film projects as a writer, director, actor, and creative contributor. He served as writer and director of Godless: The Bloody Mines and was credited as writer and actor for Eldritch: The Last Resort.[10] In 2026, Variety reported that Bangkok-based production and distribution company Fearfolks acquired worldwide sales and pre-sale rights to Numinous, a Hindi-language horror film directed by and starring Alani. The publication reported that the film was based on one of Alani's documented case files and was scheduled to begin principal photography in 2026.[2] The project was also covered by Dread Central.[11]
Podcasting and public speaking
[edit]Alani hosted Paranormal Reality, a paranormal-themed podcast distributed through multiple audio platforms.[12] Alani has delivered TEDx talks addressing folklore, fear, belief systems, and reported paranormal experiences. [13] [14] [15]
Media coverage
[edit]A feature published by The Hindu discussed Alani's work in connection with horror narratives and paranormal storytelling.[1]
VICE reported on paranormal investigations in India and referenced Alani's work within that context. [3]
The Telegraph covered Alani's public engagement activities related to paranormal investigations and storytelling. [16]
Pinkvilla featured an interview in which Alani discussed public perceptions of paranormal themes and documentary storytelling. [17]
Variety magazine described Alani as a filmmaker, paranormal investigator, podcast host, and author, noting his involvement in folklore documentation, podcasts, public speaking engagements, and published works.[2]
Selected works
[edit]Books
[edit]- Haunted (2019)
- The Paranormal Boy: The Journey of a Crusader
- The Haunted Doorway
Filmography
[edit]- Godless: The Bloody Mines (Writer, Director)
- Eldritch: The Last Resort (Writer, Actor)
- Numinous (Director, Actor)
Podcast
[edit]- Paranormal Reality (Host)
References
[edit]- ^ a b Kumar, K. C. Vijaya (2019-11-23). "Reviews of K. Hari Kumar's 'India's Most Haunted' & 'Haunted: Real-life Encounters with Ghosts and Spirits' by Jay Alani with Neil D'Silva". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 2026-06-16.
- ^ a b c Ramachandran, Naman (2026-05-12). "Indian Horror Film 'Numinous,' Based on Real Paranormal Case, Boards Fearfolks for Cannes Sales (EXCLUSIVE)". Variety. Retrieved 2026-06-16.
- ^ a b Joshi, Shamani (2022-02-10). "What It's Like To Run a Paranormal Investigation Helpline". VICE. Retrieved 2026-06-16.
- ^ D'Silva, Jay Alani & Neil (2026-04-06). "Horror fiction: A young man will do anything to bring his dead grandmother back to life". Scroll.in. Retrieved 2026-06-16.
- ^ https://www.aninews.in/news/business/indias-first-paranormal-helpline-receives-over-10-calls-daily20200519182307/
- ^ "Images International signs paranormal investigator Jay Alani for psychological thriller". Business Standard. ANI. Retrieved 31 May 2026.
- ^ https://www.penguin.co.in/book/haunted/
- ^ https://rupapublications.co.in/book/the-paranormal-boy-the-journey-of-a-crusader
- ^ https://www.harpercollins.com/products/the-haunted-doorway-jay-alanineil-dsilva?variant=45287019380770
- ^ https://www.imdb.com/title/tt26629631/?ref_=nm_knf_t_3
- ^ https://www.dreadcentral.com/news/572248/fearfolks-boards-indian-paranormal-horror-film-numinous/
- ^ https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/paranormal-reality/id1482265751
- ^ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0ZNrE5ZHKEk
- ^ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xlZA0khw2GE
- ^ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vsA_5MiLCsk
- ^ https://www.telegraphindia.com/bihar/haunted-fear-not-ghostbuster-in-town/cid/1441947
- ^ https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/exclusives/exclusive-paranormal-investigator-jay-alani-calls-house-of-secrets-the-burari-deaths-documentary-one-sided-1268270