The 1990s saw a shift in the narrative. Snakes became vengeful spirits or creatures with the ability to shape-shift into human form. This sub-genre became incredibly popular, mimicking the success of Bollywood’s Nagina .

A story of a snake that protects a young boy and his family. Indira Vizha

(1986) : An adventure-style snake movie starring Vijayashanti and Krishna.

Starring Sarathkumar and Devayani, this family drama has a crucial snake angle. The heroine is a devotee of the snake god, and a venomous cobra acts as her guardian. When the family tries to harm her, the snake delivers poetic justice. The blend of family sentiment and snake horror worked wonders at the box office.