Sokaphiwat

Sokaphiwat
โศกาภิวัฒน์
Directed byNattachai Jiraanont
Screenplay byNattachai Jiraanont
Produced byWirat Chansaeng
StarringClaudia Chakrabandhu
Kaownah Kittipat Kaewcharoen
Tuss Thotsawat
Boss Thanabat Ngamkamolchai
JJ Chalach Tantijibul
Plan Koosuwan
JJ Chayakorn Jutamat
AJ Chayapol Jutamat
CinematographySittipong Kongtong
Edited byNitipon Mahumaung
Sirasith Sriwongphanawes
Production
companies
WealthThan Empire Co., Ltd.
Distributed byWealthThan Empire Co., Ltd.
Release date
  • 21 August 2025 (2025-08-21) (Thailand)
Running time
97 minutes
CountryThailand
LanguageThai

Sokaphiwat (Thai: โศกาภิวัฒน์) is a 2025 Thai psychological horror and dark fantasy film directed and written by Nattachai Jiraanont. Produced by WealthThan Empire, the film was released in Thai cinemas on 21 August 2025 with a runtime of 97 minutes.[1]

Plot

Eight orphans are raised in a luxurious mansion hidden deep within the forest, under the strict control of a woman who calls herself "Mother." Bound by harsh rules and subjected to cruel punishments, their lives become a cycle of fear and obedience. When they finally succeed in rebelling against her, they believe freedom has arrived. However, the death of "Mother" unleashes a sinister force, revealing that their nightmare has only just begun.[2]

Cast

Main

  • Claudia Chakrabandhu as Khunying Sokaphiwat
  • Kaownah Kittipat Kaewcharoen as Nirut Sokaphiwat
  • Tuss Thotsawat as Ritdet Sokaphiwat
  • Boss Thanabat Ngamkamolchai as Kroekkiat Sokaphiwat
  • Chalach Tantijibul (2J) as Jessada Sokaphiwat
  • Plan Koosuwan as Wayusak Sokaphiwat
  • JJ Chayakorn Jutamat as Naresuan Sokaphiwat
  • AJ Chayapol Jutamat as Neramit Sokaphiwat

Supporting

  • Duangjai Hiransri
  • Sulax Siriphattharapong as Thiwa Sokaphiwat

Production

The film was developed by WealthThan Empire. with Nattachai Jiraanont serving as both director and screenwriter. Cinematography was handled by Sittipong Kongtong, while editing was completed by Nitipon Mahumaung and Sirasith Sriwongphanawes.[3]

Release

Sokaphiwat premiered in Thai cinemas on 21 August 2025. The film was distributed by WealthThan Empire Co., Ltd. and carries a 15+ rating.[4]

Reception

The film attracted significant attention in Thai media for its dark psychological themes. TrueID highlighted the disturbing nature of the narrative,[5] while Matichon emphasized the film's dark fantasy atmosphere and striking visuals.[6]

Naewna and Thairath also reported on the release, describing Sokaphiwat as one of the most anticipated Thai horror films of 2025.[7][8]

References

  1. ^ "Sokaphiwat". Content Thailand (in Thai). Retrieved 3 March 2026.
  2. ^ "โศกาภิวัฒน์ MGR Online". MGR Online (in Thai). Retrieved 3 March 2026.
  3. ^ "โศกาภิวัฒน์ Kapook". Kapook (in Thai). Retrieved 3 March 2026.
  4. ^ "โศกาภิวัฒน์ Daily News". Daily News (in Thai). Retrieved 3 March 2026.
  5. ^ "โศกาภิวัฒน์ TrueID". TrueID (in Thai). Retrieved 3 March 2026.
  6. ^ "โศกาภิวัฒน์ Matichon". Matichon (in Thai). Retrieved 3 March 2026.
  7. ^ "โศกาภิวัฒน์ Naewna". Naewna (in Thai). Retrieved 3 March 2026.
  8. ^ "โศกาภิวัฒน์ Thairath". Thairath (in Thai). Retrieved 3 March 2026.