Indian Folk Horror ‘Bokshi’ Secures Spanish Distribution Through Wild Duck

When you think of horror, the image that jumps to mind is often a haunted house or a ghostly apparition. But in India, the genre can be far more rooted in ancient superstition, and that’s exactly what the new film Bokshi taps into.

Directed by emerging filmmaker Aisha Rao, Bokshi follows a small village plagued by a centuries‑old curse tied to a so‑called ‘bokshi’—a witch‑like figure from local folklore. The story weaves together atmospheric dread, raw rural settings, and an unsettling soundtrack that feels like it’s breathing the same damp air as the characters.

Now, the film isn’t just staying within Indian borders. In a surprising move that could open doors for more regional horror to travel abroad, Spanish distributor Wild Duck announced yesterday that it has clinched the rights to release Bokshi across Spain.

“We’re thrilled to bring this uniquely Indian tale to European audiences,” said Elena Marín, programming head at Wild Duck. “The themes of superstition and community fear are universal, and the visual language of the film feels both fresh and deeply rooted in its culture.”

The deal covers a theatrical release slated for late 2026, followed by a streaming window on a major platform—though the exact service hasn’t been disclosed yet. Wild Duck also hinted at possible festival circuits, aiming for a spot at the Sitges Film Festival, which would give the film a solid genre‑loving audience.

For the makers of Bokshi, this is more than just a distribution contract; it’s validation that Indian folk horror can resonate beyond its home market. “We always believed the story had a global pulse,” said Rao. “Now we finally get to hear it echo in cinemas from Madrid to Barcelona.”

Industry insiders note that this partnership could be a harbinger of more cross‑continental deals, especially as streaming platforms and regional distributors scramble for fresh, culturally distinct content. If Bokshi succeeds in Spain, it may pave the way for other Indian genre projects to find footing in Europe.

In the meantime, fans of horror and world cinema alike can look forward to a chilling ride that blends myth, terror, and the raw beauty of rural India—now with a ticket to Spanish theaters.