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Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
'Dies Irae' poster sparks cult and Illuminati theories: Pranav Mohanlal's horror film creates online buzz— Read more.
On Pranav Mohanlal 's birthday, the makers of his upcoming horror film 'Dies Irae' released a mysterious poster that quickly went viral. The dark visuals and hidden symbols in the poster sparked online discussions among fans. Release of a new poster for the upcoming film On 13th July 2025, Malayalam actor Pranav Mohanlal celebrated his birthday with a major announcement, the midnight release of a new poster for his upcoming horror film, 'Dies Irae.' The film's team chose this specific occasion to generate buzz, and it certainly worked. The poster immediately caught attention online for its intense and mysterious look, and it is creating speculation and theories across social media platforms. About the poster The poster is designed with a deep red color tone, creating a dark, haunting atmosphere. At the center, Pranav is seen with a rugged and intense look, and behind him, there's a striking goat-like figure with glowing red eyes. Fans also noticed that the poster features three pairs of legs on the floor, hinting at the possibility of victims or ritualistic elements in the film. Soon after the poster's release, discussions on social media began surfacing. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like This Could Be the Best Time to Trade Gold in 5 Years IC Markets Learn More Undo Some users speculated that Pranav's character might be a cult member, possibly one who seduces and sacrifices women, pointing out that two other women seem to be lying unconscious or dead behind him. Others focused on the goat figure, linking it to Illuminati or occult symbolism. Some interpreted it as a metaphor for sin, darkness, or even ancient evil, showing how the poster had opened the door to many possible storylines and hidden meanings. Buzz around the film The buzz around 'Dies Irae' grew not just because of the visuals, but also due to the director involved—Rahul Sadasivan, known for well-received Malayalam horror films like 'Bhoothakaalam' and 'Bramayugam.' People also recalled Vineeth Sreenivasan's earlier comment that although Pranav Mohanlal may not be a conventionally strong actor, he fits best in dark and intense roles. The film is scheduled to release on 31st October 2025, which is Halloween, a fitting date for a horror movie.
New Indian Express
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Pranav Mohanlal's 'Dies Irae' poster ignites online buzz with cult and illuminati theories
On the occasion of Pranav Mohanlal's birthday, 13 July 2025, the makers of his upcoming Malayalam horror film Dies Irae unveiled a striking new poster, instantly setting social media abuzz. Featuring Pranav in a rugged, intense avatar, the red-tinted poster has prompted fans and netizens to put on their detective hats, offering wild and intriguing theories ranging from 'cult member' speculation to 'Illuminati' references. Dies Irae, helmed by acclaimed horror filmmaker Rahul Sadasivan known for Bhoothakaalam and Bramayugam stars Pranav in the lead. The new poster, which dropped at midnight, shows three mysterious pairs of legs in the background, leading several fans to suggest that Pranav's character may be involved in sinister rituals. 'Is he some sort of cult member sacrificing women he seduces??? You can see two other women on the floor. Damn interesting, Rahul Sadasivan so no doubts on the quality,' read one Reddit comment that has since gained traction.
Indian Express
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Malayalam cinema's most beloved ‘yakshi', who also shared screen with Mammootty and Prithviraj, took her own life at 22; was in Class 8 when she debuted
The Malayalam film industry loves to make horror movies. Well, to be precise, it loves to make movies featuring yakshis (ghosts of deceased women). Until recently, when it began exploring the horror genre more inventively with films like Bhoothakaalam (2022) and Bramayugam (2024), yakshis were the go-to trope Malayalam filmmakers relied on to induce fear in audiences. Despite such stories often hitting the screens, a few movies remain particularly beloved to Malayalees, one among which is director Vinayan's Aakasha Ganga (1999). Not because it was a path-breaking horror film, but because it used an already hackneyed trope well and delivered genuine chills, the movie remains a fan favourite. And the thanks here is due to actor Mayoori, who played Ganga — a dasi (servant) girl murdered by the patriarch of a royal household over her romantic relationship with his son and who returns as a yakshi to avenge her death by eliminating all the men in the family. Although actor Divya Unni played the woman who becomes possessed by Ganga's spirit, effectively becoming the face of the ghost for most part in the movie, the real Ganga appears on screen often, etching Mayoori's image in the hearts of audiences forever. Nonetheless, Aakasha Ganga was not the only film that brought Mayoori recognition. In fact, she impressed audiences in nearly every movie she appeared in, no matter how big or small her role. That's why Mayoori is still remembered even 20 years after she took her own life at the age of just 22. Born in Kolkata in 1983 to a Tamil couple, Mayoori (née Shalini) made her film debut while she was in Class 8. She landed the female lead role in her first film, director Keyaar's Kumbakonam Gopalu, opposite Pandiarajan. Despite being just a teenager, her mature performance as a nurse and her striking beauty impressed audiences and opened a flood of opportunities. The same year, she made her Malayalam debut as one of the five central female characters in Sibi Malayil's blockbuster romantic comedy Summer in Bethlehem (1998), starring Suresh Gopi, Manju Warrier and Jayaram, with Mohanlal in a striking cameo. Despite the film's many key characters, Mayoori effortlessly left a lasting impression, which led to more Malayalam offers. Over the next two years, she worked exclusively in Malayalam, appearing in several major films. Besides Aakasha Ganga and Bharya Veettil Paramasukham (1999), she acted opposite then-heartthrob Kunchacko Boban in Chandamama (1999) and Prem Poojari (1999). Though she wasn't the female lead in either, her performances as Annie and Chanchal, respectively, were widely noticed, thanks in large part to her expressive face and starry eyes. In legendary filmmaker AK Lohithadas' hard-hitting family drama Arayannangalude Veedu (2000), she played Ragini, with whom Mammootty's character Raveendranath was in love in his youth. Unlike her earlier characters, Ragini was far more emotionally demanding and layered. As with most Lohithadas creations, the role required the actor to tap into deep emotions, and Mayoori did so brilliantly, underscoring that she couldn't be confined to any single type. Though she later appeared in Summer Palace (2000) and Chethaaram (2001), those films did not earn her the same recognition. She then worked in the Kannada film Neela (2001) in a small role before shifting focus to Tamil, where she had a key part in Whistle (2003). In Selvaraghavan's 7G Rainbow Colony (2004), she made a special appearance in the song 'Naam Vayathukku Vandhom'. Subsequently, she acted in Silambarasan TR's Manmadhan (2004) and Sarathkumar's Aai (2004), but neither film truly explored her potential. That same year, she played a significant role in the Kannada film Sarvabhouma (2004), appearing alongside superstar Shivarajkumar. Portraying the wife of one of his two characters, she delivered a solid performance in both the younger and elderly getups. In 2005, she appeared in a small role in KV Anand's Tamil film Kana Kandaen, sharing the screen with Prithviraj Sukumaran, which unfortunately became her final screen appearance. Soon after the film's release, she was found hanging in her Anna Nagar residence on June 16, 2005, ending her life at just 22. Though the exact reason behind her decision is still not known, there were reports that she struggled with depression, allegedly linked to a rumoured stomach cancer diagnosis. However, no family member ever confirmed this. 'No one has any role in my death. I am leaving because I have lost hope in life,' she reportedly wrote in a letter to her brother abroad, according to Manorama Online. A sensitive child who entered the world of cinema as a teenager, it was also rumoured that the dark realities of the film industry took a toll on her mental health. Many colleagues recalled seeing her after shoots, sitting in her room playing with dolls, underscoring that she was still a kid at heart. Reports also suggest that on numerous occasions, Mayoori faced the heartbreak of being promised a role only to find out later that someone else had been cast in her place. This, too, is believed to have caused her deep distress. But the true reason remains a mystery to this day. Actor Sangeetha Krish, who shared the screen with Mayoori in Summer in Bethlehem, once told Kerala Kaumudi Weekly, 'Mayoori was three years younger to me and was a foolish one. Only after asking me, she used to even tie her hair. Once the shooting is over, she will be with her toys in her room. She later died by suicide. Personal and film lives are entirely different. One needs to be flexible to carry the two together.' Though she worked in cinema for just seven years, Mayoori remains an unforgettable presence for audiences, especially Malayalees. Whenever we hear songs like 'Puthu mazhayayi vannu nee', 'Confusion Theerkaname', 'Devaragame Mele', or 'Manassin Manichimizhil', her breathtaking face comes flooding back to our minds. Thanks to her exceptional talent, that face will never fade.
New Indian Express
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
Pranav Mohanlal-Rahul Sadasivan film titled Dies Irae
Pranav Mohanlal's new film with director Rahul Sadasivan has been titled Dies Irae. The title, which translates to 'Day of Wrath', is a medieval Latin poem. A horror thriller, the upcoming film marks the director's third consecutive venture in the genre after Bhoothakaalam (2022) and Bramayugam (2024). Both the previous films were critically acclaimed, with Bramayugam, starring Mammootty, also becoming a commercial success. Dies Irae reunites Rahul with his regulator collaborators—cinematographer Shehnad Jalal and editor Shafique Mohamed Ali. The film has its art department handled by Ponman director Jothish Shankar and stunts choreographed by Marco-fame Kalai Kingson. It is backed by Bramayugam producers Ramachandra Chakravarthy and S Sashikanth under the banners of Night Shift Studios and YNOT Studios. The team has already completed filming.
New Indian Express
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
It's a wrap for Pranav Mohanlal-Rahul Sadasivan film
Pranav Mohanlal's upcoming horror film with director Rahul Sadasivan has officially completed shooting. Tentatively titled NSS2 , its production commenced on March 24 and it marks the director's third consecutive venture in the genre following Bhoothakaalam (2022) and Bramayugam (2024). NSS2 is also backed by Bramayugam producers Ramachandra Chakravarthy and S Sashikanth under the banners of Night Shift Studios and YNOT Studios. Cinematographer Shehnad Jalal and editor Shafique Mohamed Ali, who were part of Rahul's previous horror films, have been retained. Ponman director Jothish Shankar will be handling the art direction, while Marco -fame Kalai Kingson has been roped in to choreograph the stunts. Other key crew members include sound designer Jayadevan Chakkadath, sound mixer Rajakrishnan MR, makeup artist Ronex Xavier, and costume designer Melwy J. Details regarding the plot and supporting cast remain under wraps. Pranav was last seen playing a cameo as his father Mohanlal's younger version in L2: Empuraan , the second instalment of the Lucifer trilogy.
