Irul (film)

Irul is a 2021 Indian Malayalam-language mystery thriller film directed by Naseef Yusuf Izuddin in his directorial debut. The film stars Fahadh Faasil, Soubin Shahir, and Darshana Rajendran in the lead roles. It was released directly on Netflix on April 2, 2021.

The film revolves around a couple, Archana and Alex, who decide to have a romantic weekend getaway. They encounter an unexpected guest, an alleged serial killer, at their rented isolated mansion. The narrative unfolds as a tense and suspenseful cat-and-mouse game between the three characters, exploring themes of suspicion, paranoia, and the nature of truth. The plot hinges on the psychological manipulation and conflicting narratives that emerge, keeping the audience guessing until the film's conclusion.