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Dies Irae Opens to Strong Reviews, Showcasing Rahul Sadasivan’s Horror Craft

Praise centers on Rahul Sadasivan’s direction alongside an enveloping soundscape.

Overview

  • The Malayalam psychological horror opened in theaters on October 31 following paid premieres on October 30, drawing enthusiastic first-day reactions from critics and audiences.
  • Pranav Mohanlal stars as an affluent architect whose life destabilizes after a schoolmate’s suicide triggers unsettling events, framing a mystery-driven supernatural tale without revealing key turns.
  • Reviewers commend Sadasivan’s command of the genre, with several outlets and viewers placing the film among Malayalam cinema’s standout modern horror entries.
  • Technical craft receives wide acclaim, particularly Christo Xavier’s score and the immersive theatrical sound design, complemented by Shehnad Jalal’s cinematography and meticulous production design.
  • The film runs about 113–115 minutes, carries an A certificate, and is produced by Night Shift Studios and YNOT Studios, with an OTT window suggested for late November or December yet to be confirmed.