Wild Duck Productions Acquires Bhargav Saikia's Folk Horror Film 'Bokshi' for Halloween Release
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Wild Duck Productions has acquired the rights to Bhargav Saikia's folk horror film 'Bokshi' for a Halloween theatrical release. The deal, negotiated by Luis Rosales for Wild Duck and by Brett Walker and Miguel Angel Govea of Alief for the filmmakers, follows the film's festival run and a recut focusing on eroticism and dread. Wild Duck is scheduled to begin Spanish dubbing next week, while the filmmakers are in discussions for a national release in India.
Facts First
- Wild Duck Productions acquires rights to folk horror film 'Bokshi' for a Halloween theatrical release.
- Spanish dubbing is scheduled to begin next week for the Spanish market.
- The film was recut after its Rotterdam premiere to focus on eroticism and dread.
- Production spanned 80 days in remote Himalayan locations including Sikkim, West Bengal, and Assam.
- Alief reported strong buyer interest in Southeast Asia, North America, the U.K., and Europe at Cannes.
What Happened
Wild Duck Productions has acquired the rights to director Bhargav Saikia's folk horror film 'Bokshi' for a Halloween theatrical release. The deal was negotiated by Luis Rosales for Wild Duck Productions and by Brett Walker and Miguel Angel Govea of Alief for the filmmakers. The film had its world premiere in January 2025 in the Harbour section of the International Film Festival Rotterdam (IFFR). Following this, the film was recut into a version focusing on eroticism and dread, which premiered at the Neuchâtel International Fantastic Film Festival. It has also played at festivals including Sitges, SXSW Sydney, Razor Reel Flanders, and the Abertoir Wales festival. The plot follows Anahita, a troubled teen, and Shalini, a history teacher, during a trek to an ancient site called 'The Navel,' where connections emerge with a cult worshipping the demoness Bokshi.
Why this Matters to You
If you are a fan of international genre cinema, you may have access to a new, linguistically complex horror film. The acquisition by Wild Duck Productions, which specializes in genre releases for the Spanish market, could make the film available to Spanish-speaking audiences. The filmmakers' discussions with exhibitors, streamers, and broadcasters for a national release in India may broaden its availability further. Strong interest from buyers in multiple regions suggests the film could find distribution in Southeast Asia, North America, the U.K., and Europe.
What's Next
Wild Duck Productions is scheduled to begin Spanish dubbing for the film next week. The filmmakers are in discussions with exhibitors, streamers, and broadcasters regarding a national release in India. The film's market presence and festival acclaim may lead to wider distribution deals.