Director Arivazhagan, known for films like ‘Eeram’ and ‘Kuttram 23’, is set to return with ‘Sabdham’, a horror thriller starring Aadhi, Simran, and Laila. Following the success of his web series Tamilrockers, this marks his reunion with Aadhi after years, adding to the excitement. Slated for release on Feb 28 with a U/A certificate, Sabdham has generated significant buzz for its supernatural theme and gripping storyline. The special screening of the ‘Sabdham’ happened yesterday (Feb 26), and the horror thriller got an overwhelming response.
Fans have given ‘Sabdham’ highly positive reviews, calling it one of the best theatrical experiences in recent times. Many praise director Arivazhagan for his unique storytelling, seamlessly blending horror with investigative elements. Aadhi’s performance as a paranormal investigator has been widely appreciated, marking a strong comeback for the actor. Thaman’s background score and the film’s exceptional sound design are highlighted as key strengths, enhancing the eerie atmosphere. Unlike typical Tamil horror films, ‘Sabdham’ is lauded for its intelligence, emotional depth, and technical brilliance. With strong word-of-mouth and early screenings generating buzz, fans declare it the first horror “super hit” of 2025.
‘Sabdham’ marks the reunion of Aadhi and director Arivazhagan after the superhit ‘Eeram’, and the successful duo is likely to continue their winning streak as per early reviews for the film from netizens. ‘Sabdham’ is releasing in Tamil and Telugu simultaneously, while the film’s Telugu premiere is happening today (Feb 27) in some of the centers.