A fresh voice is making waves in the film scene. Director Maharshi Tuhin Kashyap’s first feature film, ‘Kok Kok KooKooK’, is getting a lot of attention. This exciting new movie just landed a spot at the prestigious 30th Busan International Film Festival in South Korea. It will be shown in the ‘Vision Asia’ section, a big honor for a new filmmaker. The festival runs from September 17 to 26, bringing cinema lovers together.
The film, ‘Kok Kok KooKooK’, is a fascinating mix of genres. It’s described as a magic realism horror drama. This unique blend hints at a story that goes beyond the usual. The movie was made by the Satyajit Ray Film and Television Institute (SRFTI) in Kolkata. That’s a well-known name in film education.
Unpacking the Story
This Assamese feature film explores the lives of people who have moved to a new city. They are on a journey to find their own place and identity. The story takes place in Guwahati. This city in Assam provides a vivid background for their struggles. Maharshi Tuhin Kashyap has made many short films before. But he says ‘Kok Kok KooKooK’ is very special to him. It tells a story that truly comes from his heart.
He feels the film’s world premiere at Busan is a huge step. It’s a major win not just for him but for Assamese cinema as a whole. This kind of global spotlight can open doors for many more stories from the region.
A Dedication to Assam
Maharshi Tuhin Kashyap spoke with PTI about his film. He shared that this movie is for the people of Assam. He talked about how Guwahati used to welcome everyone from all walks of life. But he also noted that times and attitudes are changing. His film looks at these shifts.
He created ‘Kok Kok KooKooK’ as his final project while studying at SRFTI. During this time, he received help and advice from fellow film director Dominic Sangma. ‘Kok Kok KooKooK’ has already made its way around the world. It has premiered at several other international film festivals and has earned many awards. It’s clear this film is ready for its big moment.