Saturday 12 April 2025
Shruti Hassan Makes International Debut with Psychological Thriller ‘The Eye’ at WENCH Film Festival in Mumbai
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The trailer for the movie was released on February 26. It features Shruti as Diana, a widow who travels to an island to scatter the ashes of her husband, Felix (played by Mark Rowley), where he died. However, she becomes trapped in a ritual called “The Eye,” which promises to bring her husband back at a frightening
The film is produced by Fingerprint Content and directed by Daphne Schmon in the locations of Athens and Corfu.
Daphne said talking about the Indian premiere of the movie, The Eye, is both a love letter to Corfu, the island where my family is from, and an exploration of the dark psychological impulses surrounding grief. The story demanded an actor who could embody its emotional depth and complexity, and Shruti Haasan was the perfect fit. Her ability to navigate Diana’s grief, paranoia, and resilience with such authenticity is truly remarkable. It was only an artist of Shruti’s calibre who could do justice to this role, and she has delivered a stellar performance that will leave a lasting impact.
The Film Festival founded by Sapna Bhavnani celebrates horror, fantasy, and science fiction as key genres of film. Its fifth edition will run from February 27 to March 2, 2025.
“The Eye” will debut on the opening day of the festival. Thisfilmfeatures elements of horror, the supernatural, and gripping psychological tension, ensuring an exciting addition to the festival lineup.
Shruti Hassan expresses her excitement for the premiere by saying, Psychological thrillers have always fascinated me. This story delves deep into grief, human emotions, and the supernatural, making it an incredible experience to be a part of. An all-women-led production house created this project, making it even more special and aligning with my passion for supporting women in the film industry, if we want to continue telling stories, we must do so in a way that is conscious of our impact on the world, according to TOI.
Additionally, The Eye has captured attention through film festivals like the London Film Festival, theGreekFilm Festival, and is now set to make its debut in India through the WENCH Film Festival in Mumbai on February 27.
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