Dies Irae on OTT: Here's why you should not miss Pranav Mohanlal's latest horror film online
Dies Irae on OTT - Here are a few reasons why you should watch this movie that outperformed Bollywood film Thamma on Day 12 of its theatrical run.
Poster of Dies Irae
Last Updated: 09.23 AM, Dec 05, 2025
Malayalam's most recent film, Dies Irae, is making its online debut this week. The horror film, starring Pranav Mohanlal and helmed by Rahul Sadasivan, will be streaming on JioHotstar and OTTplay Premium from December 5. Here are a few reasons why you should watch this movie that outperformed Bollywood film Thamma on Day 12 of its theatrical run.
Reasons to watch Pranav Mohanlal's dies Irae
Rahul Sadasivan's brilliance in horror
The director, who is known for his prior works such as Bhoothakalam and Bramayugam, proves that no other filmmaker is capable of properly conveying fear on screen as he can in Malayalam. The first hint that Dies Irae is "Based on True Incidents" will give viewers an eerie preview of what's to come in terms of terror. The bar for this genre is surely lifted to a new level with some horrific situations, in addition to the added scares and the presence of mysterious as well as weird looking entities.
Scary premises of the narrative
After learning of his friend Kani's suicide and visiting her home, Rohan's entire reality is flipped upside down. A ghostly presence soon drives him to unravel her past and go into hitherto unseen realms of the deceased and the living. The main focus of the film is on if he is capable of freeing himself from it. Dies Irae delves into new heights of terror, with the makers revealing some terrible sequences that make your squirm. From the beginning till the end of the film, viewers will be on the edge of their seats due to the terrifying premise of the storyline.
Cast and crew's impressive work
The impact of the movie on the audience is enhanced by Pranav Mohanlal's performance. Arun Ajikumar, Jaya Kurup, and Jibin Gopinath are among the other actors who provide remarkable performances in the movie. Christo Xavier's music and Shehnad Jalal's cinematography amplify the sense of terror, making perhaps the most satisfying experience for someone who enjoys horror movies once in a while.
FAQs
Q. Where can I watch Dies Irae in Telugu, Tamil?
A. You can watch Dies Irae, starring Pranav Mohanlal, on JioHotstar via OTTplay Premium from December 5, 2025.
Q. Is Dies Irae a horror movie?
A. Dies Irae, starring Pranav Mohanlal, is a horror movie helmed by filmmaker Rahul Sadasivan after Bramayugam and Bhoothakaalam.
Q. Is Dies IRAE very scary?
A. Dies Irae is a Malayalam horror thriller film, which builds up an eerie atmosphere as a supernatural entity begins to trouble Rohan. There are jump scare moments and unsettling scenes in the film, while the interval block would jolt most viewers.