The powerhouse team of Manoj Punjabi, director Awi Suryadi, screenwriter Lele Laila, and Twitter thread creator SimpleMan is back to captivate audiences with their latest horror film, Pabrik Gula (Sugar Mill). Inspired by SimpleMan’s popular thread, this chilling story centers on factory workers terrorized by malevolent spirits (demit).
A Film By Awi Suryadi That’s Always Awaited by the Audience, as Far as Being Called “The Ace of MD Pictures Films”
At the film’s blessing ceremony, producer and MD Entertainment CEO Manoj Punjabi expressed his excitement, calling Pabrik Gula one of the studio’s most anticipated releases of 2025. “Our newest MD Pictures horror, Pabrik Gula, based on SimpleMan’s thread. We start filming on October 30th. Let’s do this, team!” he posted on Instagram.
Following the record-breaking success of KKN di Desa Penari, which attracted over 10 million viewers, audiences eagerly await the return of this creative team. Anticipation is running high on social media, with posts on Pabrik Gula’s Instagram account amassing thousands of likes and enthusiastic comments.
An Indonesian Horror Story Rich in Local Culture
Director Awi Suryadi shared that Pabrik Gula will blend traditional Indonesian industrial settings with strong cultural horror elements, making it a unique addition to his repertoire of acclaimed films, including KKN di Desa Penari, the Danur universe, and Perewangan.
Now who’s excited for this collaboration? Follow the official account @pabrikgulafilm to be updated about recent news about this film!
Meet the Cast of Pabrik Gula
The film features a star-studded lineup of renowned Indonesian actors:
- Arbani Yasiz as Fadhil
- Ersya Aurelia as Endah
- Erika Carl as Naning
- Bukie B. Mansyur as Hendra
- Wavi Zihan as Wati
- Azela Putri as Rani
- Yono Bakrie as Rano
- Sadana Agung as Karno
- Moch. Arif Alfiansyah as Dwi
- Benidictus Siregar as Franky
- Dewi Pakis as Mbah Jinah
- Budi Ros as Mbah Samin
- Vonny Anggraini as Marni
- Gilang Devialdy as Eko
- Hayati Azis as Nyi Wilengi
- Pratito Wibowo as Dalboh
About Pabrik Gula Film
Based on SimpleMan’s 2019 thread, the film mirrors its source material closely. Initially, life in the sugar mill seems normal until one night, terrifying incidents begin to plague the workers. Filming is set in two undisclosed locations, building suspense among fans of Indonesian horror and Awi Suryadi’s work.
Pabrik Gula is set to hit theaters in 2025. Follow MD Pictures on social media for the latest updates on their upcoming films!
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