Prime Video Original Hindi action drama 'Phoolan' selected for TIFF Special Presentation

Directed by Richie Mehta and inspired by the true story of Phoolan Devi, the film tells the story of a defining chapter in her life, where thousands of men trap her in a village in an attempt to kill her.

Updated - July 21, 2026 04:28 pm IST

The Hindu Bureau

Poster of ‘Phoolan’, a Prime Video original. | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT

Prime Video announced on July 21, 2026, that its original movie Phoolan has been selected for a Special Presentation at the 51st edition of the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). The festival will run from September 10 to 20, 2026. The film will be showcased on September 16 at 6 PM ET at the Princess of Wales Theatre.

Inspired by the book I, Phoolan – The Autobiography of India’s Bandit Queen, by Phoolan Devi, the film tells the story of a defining chapter in her life, where thousands of men trap her in a village in an attempt to kill her. The Hindi action drama is written and directed by critically acclaimed filmmaker Richie Mehta and produced by Shareen Mantri Kedia, Kishor Arora, Kanwal Kohli, and Richie Mehta.

Sneha Kumari essays the titular role and is supported by Anurag Thakur, Vikram Pratap Singh, Aakash Dahiya, Prateek Pachori, and Dev Dutt Budholiya, each delivering compelling performances in pivotal roles.

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The logline of the movie reads:

“Set in the heartland of India, Phoolan tells the story of an impoverished 17-year-old girl who became one of the most famous outlaws in Indian history and the target of 2,000 heavily armed men sent to kill her. The film captures a brutal 48-hour siege that defies the conventions of action cinema.”

The Toronto International Film Festival is known for presenting international cinema and bringing together films and filmmakers from across the world.

Published - July 21, 2026 04:27 pm IST