THE highly anticipated Thai blockbuster, Death Whisperer, has finally made its debut in Malaysia, sending shivers down the spines of audiences with its chilling echoes since its grand opening on Jan 4 this year.
This supernatural horror film, drawing inspiration from a real urban legend, unfolds a captivating tale of a family’s desperate struggle against a demonic entity that possesses their daughter, unleashing a series of unexplained deaths that haunt the very core of the narrative.
The eerie story is set in the 1970s within a secluded Thai village, opening with the mysterious demise of a young girl who falls victim to the unsettling Tee Yod (originating from a mysterious woman in black dress) chant.
As the years pass, the same malevolent spirit takes hold of another innocent soul, a girl named Yam, bringing immeasurable torment to her family.
In a bid to save his sister, Yam’s brother, Yak, seeks assistance from a sorcerer and embarks on a perilous journey to a distant hospital.
Despite Yak’s extreme measures, the demonic force cunningly repossesses Yam, this time taking the form of a foreboding black cat. The macabre turn of events leads to Yam’s tragic demise, leaving the family shattered and the village enveloped in a palpable sense of fear.
Undeterred, Yak, fuelled by grief and a sense of duty, vows vengeance against the ancient malevolence that has plagued his village.
The film boasts an exceptional cast, featuring stellar performances by Nadech Kugimiya, Mim Rattanawadee Wongthong, Denis Jelilcha Kapaun, Junior Kajbhunditt Jaidee, Friend Peerakrit Phacharaboonyakiat, Nina Nutthatcha Padovan, Fresh Arisara Wongchalee and Ply Pramer Noiam.
Under the expert direction of Kui Taweewat Wantha and with Executive Producer Pap Narit Yuwaboon at the helm, Death Whisperer brings together the acclaimed team behind the horror hit Long Weekend, promising an immersive and spine-chilling cinematic experience.
To heighten anticipation and intensify scares, locals can now look forward to a historic milestone as Death Whisperer becomes the first Thai movie to be featured in IMAX.
Beyond its technological achievement, Death Whisperer also emerged as a significant success at the Thai box office in 2023, resonating with audiences nationwide and accumulating impressive box office earnings of Thai Baht 475 million (RM63 million).
As the film continues to captivate audiences in Malaysia, its spine-chilling narrative and stellar performances promise to solidify its status not only as a horror sensation but as a cinematic triumph, leaving an indelible mark on the landscape of supernatural storytelling.
The echoes of Death Whisperer linger, resonating in the minds of those who dare to step into the haunting world crafted by the filmmakers.
