‘Dies Irae’ Teaser Out: Pranav Mohanlal Makes A Haunting Horror Debut With Rahul Sadasivan
The much-awaited teaser of Dies Irae has finally dropped today, giving audiences a chilling first glimpse into Pranav Mohanlal’s debut in the horror genre.
Directed by Rahul Sadasivan, who redefined Malayalam horror with Bramayugam and Bhoothakaalam, the teaser instantly struck a chord with fans for its eerie, A24-inspired mood and spine-chilling atmosphere.
The teaser opens inside a hospital waiting area, where Pranav Mohanlal is shown in a state of deep fear. His expressions and narration set the tone for what’s to come: “When someone dies holding deep hatred or unfulfilled desire… their soul never truly leaves this world.”
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These words anchor the story in the realm of restless spirits, unresolved emotions, and supernatural forces. As the teaser progresses, visuals grow darker and more claustrophobic, closing with a disturbing sequence that hints at torture and inescapable dread.
Netizens were quick to react, praising both Pranav’s transformation as an actor and Sadasivan’s mastery of horror. Comments ranged from “Like father, like son—what an intense screen presence” to “This is the kind of horror Malayalam cinema has been waiting for.”
Whathaaaa 😱🔥🔥🔥!!!
Pranav like never seen before 🫡#DIESIRAE ☠️ pic.twitter.com/clq6YtboZR
— 乃iπiL .©꒒ (@2255Binil) August 27, 2025
Pranav Mohanlal in Rahul Sadasivan’s hands will unleash the performer, lets wait.. 🔥
Waiting for This.. 🤞🏻#DIESIRAE #RahulSadasivan #PranavMohanlal pic.twitter.com/p9dRUJDwa1
— Cinema Thinks 🎥 (@cinema_thinks_) August 27, 2025
Many also noted the film’s distinct visual grammar, comparing it to international horror cinema while appreciating its rootedness in Malayalam storytelling.
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Titled Dies Irae—Latin for “The Day of Wrath”—the film promises apocalyptic undertones and a story steeped in universal fears. The project reunites Sadasivan with the creative team behind Bramayugam, including Night Shift Studios and YNOT Studios, with Chakravarthy Ramachandra and S. Sashikanth producing.
Unlike the stark black-and-white aesthetic of Bramayugam, this film opts for a rich, layered visual palette that amplifies its supernatural themes.
Backed by a strong technical crew—Shehnad Jalal ISC as cinematographer, Jyotish Shankar as production designer, Christo Xavier’s music, and Jayadevan Chakkadath’s sound design—Dies Irae is positioned as one of the most ambitious horror films in Indian cinema.
Filming wrapped on April 29, 2025, and the movie is now in post-production, with fans eagerly awaiting its release.
