Dark Twitter Review: 9 Tweets to read before watching Ajay Karthi’s horror thriller film

Dark, starring Ajay Karthi in the lead role, was released in theatres on July 3, 2026. Directed by Kalyan K. Jegan, here’s what netizens have to say about the horror thriller.

Dark Twitter Review

Taking to social media, one user described Dark as a highly engaging psychological horror thriller. The user praised the screenplay, suspense, mystery, and climax, saying they all worked well together. Ajay Karthi's performance was appreciated for carrying the film effectively, while director Kalyan K. Jegan was commended for keeping audiences guessing until the very end. The user also called it a thrilling theatrical experience.

Another netizen described the film as a fresh and gripping horror experience. The user praised the well-crafted screenplay, outstanding background score, and effectively executed intense sequences, recommending it to fans of the horror thriller genre.

A third user rated the film 3.5/5, saying the story revolves around a series of mysterious events experienced by the protagonist after moving into a new house. The user appreciated the performances of the entire cast, welcomed K. Bhagyaraj's return to the big screen, and felt the music enhanced the horror elements. The horror sequences and jump scares were also praised, with the user recommending audiences watch the film in theatres.

Meanwhile, another person compared Dark to the horror thriller Demonte Colony, describing it as an engaging watch. The user praised the first half for its screenplay and felt the second half kept viewers on the edge of their seats. The jump scares, horror sequences, and music received particular appreciation, with the user recommending the film as a theatrical watch.

Here are the reactions:

More about Dark

Dark follows Vignesh, an atheist and graphic designer whose life takes an unsettling turn after he moves into a new house as a paying guest. As a series of unexplained events begins to unfold, he finds himself confronting mysterious experiences that challenge his beliefs.

Starring Ajay Karthi in the lead role, the film also features Anchana Nethrun, Natarajan Subramaniam, K. Bhagyaraj, VTV Ganesh, and others in key roles.

Co-written and directed by Kalyan K. Jegan, the film is produced by co-writer Ganesh K. Babu along with APV Maran. Manu Ramesan has composed the songs and background score, while Ravi Sakthi DFT handled the cinematography and Kathiresh Alagesan served as the editor.

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