Kapanlagi.com - The production house Rollink Action is ready to shake up Indonesian cinemas with its latest horror film, I MUST DIE. Directed by Hestu Saputra, this film offers horrors that not only rely on visual terror but also explores the dark side of modern human ambition.
The film I MUST DIE is scheduled to be released simultaneously in all Indonesian cinemas starting April 2, 2026. The horror film's script is written by Aroe Ama and Astrid Savitri, promising a story that is relevant to current social phenomena.
Where the story revolves around the phenomenon of selling one’s soul for wealth just to gain validation. Curious about the film I MUST DIE? For more information, check here summarized from various sources by Kapanlagi.com.
1. The Phenomenon of 'Selling One's Soul for Wealth' in the Modern Era

The main cast of the film I MUST DIE (credit: Instagram.com/akuharusmati/)
The synopsis of the film I MUST DIE raises a very relevant social issue, namely the entrapment of online loans (pinjol) and a hedonistic lifestyle. The character Mala, played by Hana Saraswati, is trapped in an obsession with social validation until she is burdened with debt. This story illustrates how someone is willing to sacrifice themselves and their soul for wealth and recognition, even to the point of being caught up in pinjol and paylater.
2. A Mysterious Journey in a Haunted House
In despair, Mala decides to return to the orphanage where she was raised, hoping to find peace. However, her return becomes the beginning of a series of strange and terrifying events.
Together with her old friends, Tiwi and Nugra, Mala gets caught up in a journey to a mysterious house in the middle of the forest. There, they are terrorized by disturbances from evil spirits that continue to haunt their every step.
3. Unveiling the Dark Secrets of the Past

Scene excerpt from the film I MUST DIE (credit: Youtube.com/CINEMA 21)
This terrifying journey slowly reveals the dark secrets of a family's past that is closely related to Mala's life. It also uncovers a devil's pact that demands a life as the price for success. This film explicitly raises the theme of wealth through dark means related to Mala and her mother's past, as well as its negative impact on those around them.
4. Cast of the film I MUST DIE

Film poster I MUST DIE (credit: Instagram.com/akuharusmati/)
The film I MUST DIE is supported by a lineup of talented actors and actresses ready to bring each character to life. Hana Saraswati is cast as the main character, Mala, who is trapped in her life dilemma. Here is the complete cast list of the film I MUST DIE:
- Hana Saraswati as Mala
- Amara Sophie as Tiwi
- Prasetya Agni as Nugra
- Mila Rosinta as Nilam
- Bambang Paningron as Ki Jogo
- Retno Yunitawati
- Tuminten
- Agus Sunandar
5. Interesting Facts Behind the Production of the Film I MUST DIE

The cast at the press conference (credit: Kapanlagi)
The film I MUST DIE not only presents horror but also conveys a deep moral message. This film is the work of director Hestu Saputra, who previously worked on horror films such as Letter from Death and Alley.
- The film I MUST DIE raises social issues regarding online loans (pinjol) and social validation that are relevant to urban society.
- The film I MUST DIE is of the psychological horror genre, which does not only rely on visible terror but also explores the dark side of human ambition.
- The film I MUST DIE is produced by Executive Producers Irsan Yapto and Nadya Yapto.
- The shooting process for the film I MUST DIE took place in Yogyakarta, adding a mystical atmosphere to the story's backdrop.
- The production team provided special security at the filming location for the safety of the cast and crew.
- Mystical experiences also colored the shooting process of the film I MUST DIE, especially for the actors. Amara Sophie, who plays Tiwi, admitted to experiencing unexplainable events during the shoot in Yogyakarta, feeling possessed.
- Hana Saraswati also became more sensitive to mystical things after performing the opening scene of the third eye in the film.
- This film will be released in theaters starting April 2, 2026, across all cinemas in Indonesia.
6. FAQ Film I HAVE TO DIE
1. When will the film I HAVE TO DIE be screened in theaters?
The film I HAVE TO DIE is scheduled to be released simultaneously in all theaters across Indonesia starting April 2, 2026.
2. Who are the main cast members in the film I HAVE TO DIE?
The main cast of the film I HAVE TO DIE includes Hana Saraswati as Mala, Amara Sophie as Tiwi, and Prasetya Agni as Nugra.
3. What is the main theme of the film I HAVE TO DIE?
The film I HAVE TO DIE explores a psychological horror theme centered on social issues such as online loan traps, hedonistic lifestyles, and obsession with social validation, as well as practices of wealth rituals.
4. Were there any mystical occurrences during the filming of I HAVE TO DIE?
Yes, several actors such as Amara Sophie and Hana Saraswati reported experiencing mystical events during the filming process.
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7. Moral Message and Psychological Horror
This film is expected to serve as a reminder to the audience about the dangers of being lulled by wealth, especially that obtained through practices of mysticism. Director Hestu Saputra emphasizes that true terror comes from the loss of self-control.
With a psychological horror approach, Film I MUST DIE invites the audience to reflect on the consequences of unchecked ambition. This film becomes a mirror of the bitter reality of someone willing to do anything for abundant wealth.
8. Screening Schedule and Producer's Expectations
Don't miss it, Film I MUST DIE is set to haunt the big screen starting April 2, 2026, in all cinemas across Indonesia. This film is expected to attract the attention of horror genre enthusiasts in the country.
Executive Producer Irsan Yapto stated that the horror genre was chosen because it has a significant audience contribution, around 60 percent. Thus, the moral message conveyed by this film can be absorbed more widely by society.
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