This Dangerous Horror Film – Whether it’s Bollywood or South Indian cinema, many films have been made with stories that leave us terrified. But if you’re a true horror fan, a 2025 Malayalam film is sure to give you sleepless nights! We’re talking about ‘Dies Irae’. This horror film’s story, acting, and spooky atmosphere left critics and audiences alike shaken!

Release, Star Cast, and Box Office Robbery

This spine-chilling film was released in theaters on October 31, 2025, coinciding with Halloween. This film actually became the fourth highest-grossing Malayalam film of 2025, proving how much audiences appreciate a good horror story. The film stars seasoned actors like Pranav Mohanlal (who delivers a stellar performance!), Shine Tom Chacko, Sushmita Bhatt, Gibin Gopinath, and Jaya Kurup. This stunning suspense-horror story is written and directed by Rahul Sadasivam.

What is the film’s chilling story?

The story revolves around Rohan Shankar, an American-Indian architect. Everything is going well in Rohan’s life until the death of his classmate, Kani. Kani is said to have committed suicide by jumping into a well. But Rohan soon realizes that it wasn’t just a suicide. After Kani’s death, Rohan begins experiencing strange and terrifying events in his home. Every night, he feels like an evil spirit is haunting him! Rohan becomes convinced that it is Kani’s wandering spirit. He sets out to unravel the mystery of who is troubling him and why.

Spoiler Alert: Believe me, when the suspense is revealed in the climax, you will be blown away! Many scenes in the film are so terrifying that you might be afraid to sleep alone in your room at night.

Where can you watch this horror thriller now?

Happily, you can now enjoy this 1 hour 52 minute long horror and suspense-filled movie at home!

OTT Platform: This film was recently released on Jio Hotstar.

Also Available in Hindi: ‘Dies Irae’ is available not only in Malayalam, but also in Hindi and other South Indian languages.

IMDb Rating: The film has been well-received by audiences, which is why it has received an impressive rating of 7.1 out of 10 on IMDb.

So what are you waiting for? If you want to enjoy the thrill and horror on the weekend, then definitely watch this movie on Jio Hotstar!