Horror Film 'RIBA' Adapted from Viral Thread 'Getih Anak', Ready to Terrorize Cinemas!

Kapanlagi.com - Fans of horror films in the country are once again treated to a thrilling new offering from Verona Films. This production house proudly introduces their debut film titled RIBA.

This special launch moment was marked by a Press Conference and Gala Premiere that took place in a festive atmosphere at Plaza Senayan XXI, Jakarta, on Friday (28/11/2025). The enthusiasm for this film was actually felt long before the peak night of its premiere screening in Jakarta.

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1. Gala Premiere of the Film RIBA

Gala Premiere of the Film RIBA (cr:KapanLagi.com/Sahal Fadhli)

The production house has previously conducted a series of roadshows to various major cities across Java, Sumatra, and Sulawesi. This step was taken to introduce the film's tension directly to the general public.

The Gala Premiere event was attended by key figures behind the scenes, including Titin Suryani as Producer, Bedy Kunady as Executive Producer, and the director Adhe Dharmastriya. Not to be missed, the main cast also enlivened the atmosphere, including Ibrahim Risyad, Fanny Ghassani, Wafda Saifan, and veteran actress Jajang C. Noer.

2. Adapted from a Viral Thread on X

One Scene from the Movie RIBA (cr:instagram.com/filmriba)

The main attraction of the film RIBA lies in its story source, which is based on a true story that once caused a stir on social media. The film's script is adapted from a viral thread on the X platform (Twitter) titled "Getih Anak" written by the account @mitologue.

This horror thread has been read by over 3.9 million users and has received tens of thousands of likes. Broadly speaking, the film highlights the life of a young father named Sugi. He has noble intentions to make his family happy, but unfortunately, the shortcut he takes backfires. This fatal decision ultimately destroys all the hopes he had built with great effort.

3. Producer Expresses Happiness

Wafda While Acting in the Movie RIBA (cr:instagram.com/filmriba)

A touching and proud atmosphere enveloped the premiere of the film, which concluded with a heartfelt performance by Yogie Nandes presenting the official soundtrack of the film. Titin Suryani, as the producer, could not hide her happiness seeing the positive response from the invited guests who filled the studio.

4. Express Gratitude

Fanny Ghassani One of the Actors in the Film RIBA (cr:KapanLagi.com/Sahal Fadhli)

"We want to present a horror story that is thrilling yet touches the hearts of the audience. Unexpectedly, the audience's reaction was exactly what we hoped for. So I am very grateful to see the viewers feel what we wanted to convey through this film RIBA," said Titin Suryani during the event.

5. Hope for the Arrival of the Film RIBA

Fanny Ghassani at the Gala Premiere of the Film RIBA (cr:KapanLagi.com/Sahal Fadhli)

Furthermore, Titin hopes that the presence of RIBA can bring a new color to the Indonesian film industry. She wants this film to not just scare, but also provide a different and lasting horror viewing experience for the national cinema enthusiasts.

6. Coming Soon to Theaters

RIBA Movie Poster (cr:instagram.com/filmriba)

For KLovers who are curious about the fate of Sugi and his family, the film RIBA is scheduled to be released simultaneously in all cinemas in Indonesia starting December 4, 2025.

This film features prominent actors and actresses from the homeland. There is Sugi (Ibrahim Risyad) who lives peacefully with his wife, Rohmah (Fanny Ghassani), their two children, and his mother-in-law, Lastri (Jajang C. Noer).

7. Wafda Saifan One of the Actors in the RIBA Movie

3 RIBA Movie Actors Shine at the Gala Premiere (cr:instagram.com/ibrhmrsyd)

Their lives are shattered when Sugi falls into debt with a ruthless moneylender. In desperation, Sugi accepts the offer of the 'Getih Anak' ritual from his friend, Muji (Wafda Saifan). This bloody ritual, which promises wealth, turns out to bring a real curse, where terrifying terror begins to haunt the house and threaten the lives of all family members due to the head of the family's wrong choice.

(kpl/aal/dyn)