DEATH WHISPERER 3 (ธี่หยด 3) (2025)

Genre: Horror/Thriller
Director: Naritt Yuvaboon, Thanadet Pradit
Cast: Nadech Kugimiya, Kajbhundit Jaidee, Peerakrit Phacharaboonyakia, Denise Jelilcha Kapaun, Nutthacha Jessica Padovan 
Runtime: 1 hr 43 mins
Rating: NC16 (Violence and Horror)
Released By: Golden Village
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Opening Day: 30 October 2025

Synopsis: After the nightmare has passed, the family finally regains a sense of peace. Yak dreams of returning to his true calling as a soldier. But their lives are shaken once more when Yee, the youngest daughter, is abducted by sinister spirits unlike anything Yak has ever faced. Determined to rescue her, Yak and Sergeant Paphan embark on a desperate search that will plunge them into the dark origins of an unimaginable terror—through a journey more mysterious, more dangerous, and far more horrifying than anything they have ever endured. 

Movie Review:

For fans of Thai horror and of Nadech Kugimiya — Death Whisper 3 is exactly what you think it’ll be: a slick, loud, and gory roller coaster that doesn’t pretend to be anything more. Directed with a sure hand by Naritt Yuvaboon and Thanadet Pradit, and aimed squarely at the crowd that loves their scares big and their heroes brawny, this third instalment in the franchise is equal parts fright fest and star vehicle.

It’s no secret that Death Whisper 3 is built around Nadech, who anchors nearly every scene with the kind of charisma and physicality that have made him one of Thailand’s most bankable stars. From the moment he strides onto screen — complete with a fitted top that looks custom-designed for maximum admiration — it’s clear that the camera’s loyalty lies with his good looks and well-built physique. And when the climactic battle arrives, Nadech finally ditches the shirt altogether, facing off against a horde of demonic creatures in all his chiseled glory. It’s as much a showdown with evil as it is a moment of cinematic fan service, and his fans will not be disappointed.

It’s a guilty pleasure that’s not essential to the plot, but clearly there purely for his fans — a supernatural showdown that doubles as a fitness showcase. Who needs plot twists when you’ve got Nadech’s abs stealing the scene?

The rest of the cast, to their credit, give committed performances despite the spotlight firmly fixed on their leading man. Supporting players scream, run, and perish with the kind of earnest energy this genre thrives on.

As a horror movie, Death Whisper 3 sticks close to the tried and tested. The scares come frequently enough to keep pulses up. It’s a straightforward scare-fest, competently executed and easy to digest. However, one can’t help but wish for a little more mystery or that creeping sense of dread that other Thai horror movies like Home for Rent (2023) or The Medium (2021) have delivered. The film goes for volume over subtlety — and while that works for a packed cinema crowd, it misses the chill factor that would have elevated it beyond simple thrills.

There are scattered nods to the first two Death Whisper movies, but newcomers needn’t worry — the story stands alone well enough, and the franchise’s tangled mythology is lightly touched upon rather than heavily relied on.

Visually, the film delivers what it promises: slick production values, gooey creature effects, and plenty of fire, blood, and smoke. The finale in particular — with Nadech battling demons shirtless — is pure spectacle, over the top in the best way possible for fans who like their horror served with a side of heroics and unapologetic star power.

Ultimately, Death Whisper 3 doesn’t reinvent Thai horror, but it doesn’t need to. It’s an enjoyable, well-paced genre entry that knows its strengths and plays them up without apology. And judging by the mid-credit tease, don’t be surprised if Death Whisper 4 rises from the shadows—provided this third instalment scares up enough moolah at the box office.

Movie Rating:

(A slick but predictable scare-fest that delivers exactly what fans of Nadech Kugimiya came for — screams, demons, and plenty of him)

Review by John Li