Bangladesh’s ‘The Difficult Bride’ Heads to Venice, Lands Sales Deal

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Films Boutique has acquired international sales rights for Rubaiyat Hossain's "The Difficult Bride," a supernatural feminist drama. The film is set to premiere at the Venice Film Festival's Horizons competition, marking a historic first for Bangladeshi cinema.

The selection of “The Difficult Bride” represents a significant milestone as it will be the first feature film from Bangladesh ever screened at the prestigious Venice Film Festival. Rubaiyat Hossain directs the project, which is described as a supernatural feminist drama.

The cast features three accomplished actresses recognized with Bangladesh National Film Awards: Azmeri Haque Badhon, Rikita Nondine Shimu and Sunerah Kamal. Films Boutique will handle international sales for the film, aiming to bring it to a wider audience following its Venice debut.

The film’s premiere at the Horizons competition signals growing international recognition for Bangladeshi filmmaking and offers a platform for exploring feminist themes through a unique supernatural lens.

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