In an excavation in ancient Egypt, a group of archaeologists discovers the sarcophagus of Imhotep, a thousand-year-old priest who was buried alive for daring to revive his beloved, who had died. Unbeknownst to them, the researchers trigger the resurrection of the mummy, who seeks to reclaim what he considers his own. Imhotep, thirsty for revenge and power, begins to stalk those who disturbed his eternal rest.
Meanwhile, a young archaeologist, John, finds himself caught between history and his desire for the beautiful Helen, who has a mysterious connection to Imhotep's past. Over time, it is revealed that Helen is the reincarnation of the priest’s beloved, intensifying the danger she faces. As the mummy stalks the team, a series of paranormal events unleashes terror and chaos in the camp.
John, along with his colleagues, embarks on a race against time to stop Imhotep before he can reclaim his love and the immortality he covets. With each confrontation, they will unearth ancient secrets and be forced to confront the darkness of the past. The line between life and death blurs, and the struggle to save Helen becomes an epic battle between love and revenge, easily marked by the curse of a love that should never have been resurrected.