Synopsis of the Film DIA BUKAN IBU, Adaptation of a Horror Thread Ready to Terrorize Theaters on September 25, 2025

Kapanlagi.com - The latest Indonesian horror film is back with a new story that is just as chilling. DIA BUKAN IBU has become one of the most anticipated titles at the end of 2025. This adaptation of a viral thread is believed to deliver fresh horror for local audiences.

The thread by @JeroPoint, which went viral on Twitter/X with millions of readers, is now brought to the big screen. The story is not only frightening but also full of emotional tension. The presence of renowned actors and actresses makes this film a must-watch.

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1. Synopsis of the Film NOT MY MOTHER

Film NOT MY MOTHER (Credit: Youtube MVP Pictures ID)

The story centers around Vira (Aurora Ribero) and her brother Dino (Ali Fikry) who live with their mother, Yanti (Artika Sari Devi), after their parents' divorce. The mother suddenly changes: her appearance becomes neater, she is happier, and even starts a salon business. However, this change brings strange signs that lead to a terrifying terror, making Vira and Dino feel that the figure in front of them is no longer the mother they once knew.

2. Cast and Characters

The film IS NOT A MOTHER (Credit: Youtube MVP Pictures ID)

1. Artika Sari Devi as Yanti (Mother)
2. Aurora Ribero as Vira
3. Ali Fikry as Dino
4. Fara Shakila as Little Vira
5. Husein Al Athas as Esa
6. Dian Sidik as Heru
7. Sita Nursanti as Medea
8. Khiva Rayanka as Jamal

3. Production Notes

Film THIS IS NOT A MOTHER (Credit: Youtube MVP Pictures ID)

This film is directed by Randolph Zaini with a screenplay by Titien Wattimena, a writer who has won two Citra Awards at the Indonesian Film Festival (FFI). The shooting took place in an abandoned housing complex in Subang, West Java, which has a quiet and eerie atmosphere. The actors even claimed they could hear their own breathing when the environment was completely silent.

The shooting process was also full of challenges. Artika Sari Devi underwent a six-hour discussion before accepting the role, then had to endure prosthetics for up to five hours a day and wear special contact lenses. She almost backed out due to physical and emotional pressure. Ali Fikry also faced heavy physical scenes such as running, climbing, and interacting with animals.

No official details about the budget have been released. However, it is clear that the prosthetics process for this film was conducted intensively, with the procurement of real sets and the selection of frightening locations indicating that the production was undertaken seriously with significant costs. This film is produced by MVP Pictures, which previously succeeded in adapting the viral thread AT THE EDGE OF DEATH (2023).

4. Film Details

Film THIS IS NOT A MOTHER (Credit: Youtube MVP Pictures ID)

• Title: THIS IS NOT A MOTHER
• Release Date: September 25, 2025
• Genre: Psychological Horror
• Duration: Not officially announced (estimated 100-120 minutes)
• Age Rating: No official information yet, likely 17+
• Production: MVP Pictures

5. FAQ about the Film THIS IS NOT A MOTHER

What is the source of the story for this film?
This film is adapted from a viral horror thread by @JeroPoint on Twitter/X in 2023.

Who are the main cast members?
Aurora Ribero as Vira, Ali Fikry as Dino, and Artika Sari Devi as Yanti.

What was the biggest challenge during production?
Artika Sari Devi had to undergo prosthetics for up to five hours a day, and the heavy scenes required Ali Fikry to move physically a lot.

Where was it filmed?
The main filming location is in an abandoned housing area in Subang, West Java.

When will this film be released?
Film THIS IS NOT A MOTHER will be released in theaters starting September 25, 2025.

Film THIS IS NOT A MOTHER presents a chilling story with a terrifying atmosphere and intense acting from the cast. For you horror lovers with a mysterious storyline, don’t miss the terror experience in theaters starting September 25, 2025.

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