Thailand’s second-highest-grossing film of 2026 arrives in Malaysia: ‘The Confessions of a Shaman’ asks who the real monsters are
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 5 — Ghosts and spirits have long been staples of horror films, but sometimes the most unsettling...
On November 5, 2026, the Thai horror-thriller "The Confessions of a Shaman" premiered in Malaysian cinemas, capturing the attention of audiences with its exploration of grief, injustice, and human cruelty. Directed by Natthanon Cholumpi, the film tells a story of Tor, portrayed by Teeradetch Metawarayut, who succumbs to grief and turns to black magic in search of retribution after enduring a series of injustices.
The film, which debuted in Thailand on August 12, 2026, quickly became the country's second-highest-grossing Thai film of the year, raking in THB120 million (approximately RM14.47 million) in its opening five days. In addition to its compelling narrative, the movie also features Thai K-pop star BamBam, known for his work with the internationally recognised boy group GOT7, making his feature-film debut.
Adapted from a popular spooky story featured on The Ghost Radio, a well-known horror storytelling channel on YouTube, the film showcases the sometimes blurred lines between victim and perpetrator. By focusing on the destructive consequences of personal suffering, "The Confessions of a Shaman" offers a chilling look at the terror that can emerge from the living, rather than the supernatural.
The film, produced in collaboration with M Studio, the entity behind Thailand's successful "Death Whisperer" franchise, stars Shahkrit Yamnarm and Jelilcha Kapaun and is distributed by Barnstorm Entertainment.
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