Bhargav Saikia's Horror Film Bokshi Set for October 9 Theatrical Release
Bhargav Saikia's debut horror film, Bokshi, set in Sikkim, is scheduled for theatrical release in India on October 9, 2026. The film follows Anahita, a troubled teenager whose school trek to an ancient site reveals connections to a cult worshipping Bokshi, a folkloric demoness. Written by Harsh Vaibhav, the eco-feminist-themed movie completed an international festival run, including premieres at Rotterdam, Sitges, and other festivals. Saikia, an Assam native and Mumbai-based filmmaker, aims to engage young audiences with this mythic horror story.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (75–75/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
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httpswwwoutlookindiacom broke this story on 31 Jul, 04:55 am. Other outlets followed.