Synopsis of the Film BADIK (2025), Bugis-Makassar Cultural Horror That Will Make You Thrill and Amazed!

Imagine if a cultural heritage that should be a source of pride instead turns into a bloody curse. That is what a young Bugis man experiences in the film BADIK (2025), the latest work that combines ancestral culture, modern mystery, and inner-terror. The story takes the audience into a world where friendship, honor, and ancestral blood collide in an unavoidable circle of curses.

Directed by Dicky R. Maland, this film showcases the rich Bugis Makassar culture with an intense and emotional horror touch. Starring Wahyudi Beksi, Mike Lucock, and Prisia Nasution, BADIK boldly presents cinematic visuals and a strong story. The film is scheduled to be released in theaters across Indonesia starting October 30, 2025, ready to shake audiences with meaningful local horror and a strong cultural atmosphere.

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1. When Culture Becomes a Curse

The film BADIK focuses on a young Bugis man named Badik (Wahyudi Beksi) who lives by upholding the values of his ancestors. However, his life changes drastically when a mysterious tragedy occurs at a prestigious campus. The friendship that was once filled with trust turns into suspicion and threats. When the past comes back demanding blood, Badik must choose between protecting his family's legacy or saving his own life.

2. Wahyudi Beksi Becomes the Center of the Story, Strong Support from Actors and Actresses Makes the Story More Alive

Prisia Nasution in the Film BADIK (cr: Indora Global Film, Pandawa Lima Kreatif)

Wahyudi Beksi delivers a stunning performance as Badik, a young man struggling against a curse inherited from his ancestors. Meanwhile, Mike Lucock and Prisia Nasution provide strong performances that add dynamics and extra tension to the story. The chemistry among the cast makes the tale more vibrant and emotional, allowing the audience to truly immerse themselves in the conflicts and mysteries they face.

3. Bugis Makassar Culture Becomes the Center of the Story

The Badik Weapon in the film BADIK (cr: Indora Global Film, Pandawa Lima Kreatif)

This film places Bugis Makassar culture at the center of the story with full respect and detail. The traditional weapon badik is not just a tool, but a symbol of life, honor, and death. From the use of regional languages, traditional clothing, to the strong Bugis philosophy, all cultural elements are packaged authentically and enrich the mystical atmosphere in the film.

4. Mystery, Emotion, and Action Wrapped in Horror

The fight in the movie BADIK (cr: Indora Global Film, Pandawa Lima Kreatif)

The film BADIK does not only scare through fights and blood, but also explores the emotional side of its characters. Inner conflicts, family secrets, and betrayals make the story feel deep and meaningful. The audience will be invited to guess who is really behind all the terror, while enjoying the well-crafted tense scenes.

5. Releasing on October 30, Presenting Local Horror Full of Meaning

Poster of the film BADIK (cr: Indora Global Film, Pandawa Lima Kreatif)

The film BADIK will haunt Indonesian cinemas starting October 30, 2025, coinciding with the horror season at the end of October. With stunning cinematography, haunting background music, and a strong depiction of culture, this film is ready to provide a horror experience that is not only thrilling but also deeply local.

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