'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.

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.