Sabdham is a 2025 Indian Tamil language horror thriller film written and directed by Arivazhagan Venkatachalam. The film features Aadhi Pinisetty and Lakshmi Menon in lead roles. Released on February 28, 2025, the movie has garnered attention for its intriguing premise and technical execution.
Plot Summary
The narrative centers on Ruben Vaidhyalingam (Aadhi Pinisetty), a paranormal investigator summoned to a medical college in Munnar to probe a series of mysterious deaths rumored to have supernatural origins. As Ruben delves deeper, he discovers a connection between the fatalities and Avanthika (Lakshmi Menon), a house surgeon and lecturer who is skeptical of paranormal phenomena. The film unfolds as Ruben confronts both scientific and supernatural challenges to uncover the truth.
Overview
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Arivazhagan Venkatachalam |
| Written by | Arivazhagan Venkatachalam |
| Produced by | Siva, S. Banupriya Siva |
| Starring | Aadhi Pinisetty, Lakshmi Menon, Simran, Laila |
| Cinematography | Arun Bathmanaban |
| Edited by | V. J. Sabu Joseph |
| Music by | S. Thaman |
| Production Companies | 7G Films, AAlpha Frames |
| Distributed by | Ayngaran International (Tamil Nadu), Mythri Movie Makers (Nizam), Zee Studios through Inbox Pictures (North India) |
| Release Date | 28 February 2025 |
| Running Time | 146 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Tamil |
| Box Office | ₹11.02 crore |
Production
The film was jointly produced by Siva and S. Banupriya Siva under the banners of 7G Films and AAlpha Frames. Principal photography commenced in December 2022, with shooting locations including Munnar, Chennai, and Mumbai. The production concluded in late September 2023. S. Thaman composed the music, marking his fourth collaboration with director Arivazhagan. The soundtrack includes singles like “Maaya Maaya” and “Grandma Song,” released on February 13 and 23, 2025, respectively.
Cast
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
| Aadhi Pinisetty | Ruben |
| Lakshmi Menon | Avanthika |
| Simran | Dr. Diana |
| Laila | Nancy |
| Arthi Ashwin | Swetha |
| Redin Kingsley | Arogiyam |
| M. S. Bhaskar | Casket Maker |
| Rajiv Menon | Dr. Daniel |
| Vivek Prasanna | Deepak |
| TSR Srinivasan | (Role not specified) |
Ott Release
Sabdham, the Tamil-language horror thriller starring Aadhi Pinisetty and Lakshmi Menon, was released in theaters on February 28, 2025.
According to available information, the digital streaming rights for Sabdham have been acquired by Amazon Prime Video. The film is expected to premiere on the platform on March 28, 2025.
Please note that official announcements regarding the OTT release date are yet to be made by the production house. For the most accurate and up-to-date information, it is advisable to await confirmation from official sources.
