It Lives Inside

In the climax of “It Lives Inside,” Samfahla, having learned about the demon Pishach from the diary of Karan Choudhary and her teacher Joyce, prepares to confront the malevolent entity with her mother’s help. Her mother, Poorna, performs a ritual by offering vegetarian food and chanting Hindu mantras to summon the demon and then bravely stands her ground, attempting to banish it using a knife and spiritual chants. Despite her efforts, the demon is difficult to defeat, and it initially leaves, but not before attacking Sam’s father and mother. To contain the Pishach, Sam then goes to Karan’s house, where Tamira is being held hostage and is too weak to fight. Recognizing the danger, Sam convinces Tamira to join her in chanting and attempting to trap the demon in a vessel. As the demon’s hunger feeds on loneliness and despair, the girls realize that the only way to contain it is by making their bodies the vessel. With Tamira’s help, Sam ultimately sacrifices herself by using her own body to trap the demon inside, knowing that it might never be fully gone. This act of bravery leaves her physically exhausted, and the demon remains a threat, suggesting that her fight is far from over. The story ends with a somber scene where, a year later, Sam is shown still struggling with the demon’s hold, feeding the creature raw meat to keep it at bay. Her expressions reveal her fear that she might lose control again, emphasizing that the monster’s hunger and influence continue to hover over her life. The ending conveys a powerful message about the emotional toll of loneliness, cultural disconnection, and the ongoing battle within oneself. The demon, representing the manifestation of inner fears and alienation, remains a haunting symbol, indicating that the fight against such negativity is ongoing and that true peace might only be achieved through acceptance and connection.}

Last Updated: June 25, 2025 at 08:44