Tag: Asian Project Market

Entertainmentfilm-tvOct 12, 2026

Dominic Sangma Debuts Stone Mining Drama ‘Veil of Dust’ at Busan

Director Dominic Sangma has introduced his new dramatic project, 'Veil of Dust,' at the Asian Project Market during the Busan International Film Festival. The film follows a villager maimed by an unregulated mining blast and his wife's grueling fight for justice and compensation against a corrupt and exploitative system. Drawing from Sangma's own childhood memories of mining devastation in his village, the story intertwines indigenous beliefs, mystical rituals, and environmental tragedy. The narrative highlights the deep personal and ecological scars left by unchecked stone mining in local communities.

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Entertainmentfilm-tvOct 12, 2026

Mouly Surya Unveils Ghost Drama at Busan Asian Project Market

Indonesian director Mouly Surya, known for 'Marlina the Murderer in Four Acts,' has introduced her new project, 'The Wife Who Can See Dead People (Or Jinn),' at the Busan Asian Project Market. The film follows a young bride named Gadis who joins a polygamous Muslim household and develops a deep bond with a fellow wife. Blending personal experience with themes of grief, the supernatural, and polygamy, the story takes a dark turn when a young boy goes missing. The project is currently in development as the team seeks international co-production partners and funding.

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Entertainmentfilm-tvOct 12, 2026

Reza Rahadian Turns Grandmother’s Exile Into Busan Drama ‘Casparina’

Renowned actor and director Reza Rahadian is bringing a deeply personal story to the international stage with his second feature film, "Casparina." The project draws inspiration from the life of his grandmother, Francisca Casparina Fanggidaej, an Indonesian journalist who was stripped of her citizenship in 1965 and forced into decades of exile. The film follows a mother returning home after years away, only to face children who grew up completely without her. Showcased at the prestigious Busan International Film Festival's Asian Project Market, "Casparina" highlights themes of historical trauma, family separation, and the enduring impacts of political turmoil in Indonesia.

Reza RahadianCasparinaBusan International Film FestivalAsian Project MarketIndonesian Cinema

Entertainmentfilm-tvOct 11, 2026

‘Tiger Stripes’ Producer Backs Taiwanese Drama ‘Uncle’ at Busan

The Cannes-winning producer behind 'Tiger Stripes' has thrown support behind the upcoming Taiwanese coming-of-age drama 'Uncle'. Directed by Yen Hao-hsuan in his feature debut, the film explores the complex emotional shift of a boy whose childhood devotion to his intellectually disabled uncle turns into shame as he grows older. The project has been selected for the prestigious Asian Project Market, operating alongside the Busan International Film Festival. This backing marks a significant milestone for the production as it seeks international partners and visibility in the global film market.

Busan International Film FestivalTiger StripesTaiwanese CinemaAsian Project MarketYen Hao-hsuan

Entertainmentfilm-tvOct 11, 2026

School Bullying Drama ‘The Family Table’ Bows at Asian Project Market

The Korean drama film “The Family Table,” directed by Lee Hanju, has been featured at the Asian Project Market during the Busan International Film Festival’s Asian Contents & Film Market. The story centers on a mild-mannered and peace-loving father whose life is upended when he decides to take on the institutional system after his young daughter becomes a victim of school bullying.

The Family TableLee HanjuBusan International Film FestivalAsian Project MarketKorean Drama

Entertainmentfilm-tvOct 11, 2026

Journalist Massacre Drama Bows at Busan Asian Project Market

Director E del Mundo's debut feature, "Once Upon a Time in the Philippines," is presented at the Busan International Film Festival's Asian Project Market. The film is inspired by the devastating 2009 Maguindanao massacre, which remains the deadliest single attack on journalists in history. The narrative follows Sam, a 19-year-old gas station worker who transitions from an unwilling witness to an accomplice within a powerful political clan's private army. As she searches for her missing boyfriend, she uncovers pervasive systemic violence and complicity across societal institutions.

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Entertainmentfilm-tvOct 11, 2026

Producer Kim Sehun Backs Ryu Hyunkyung’s Dark Comedy ‘Dog Fight’

Producer Kim Sehun is backing actor-director Ryu Hyunkyung’s upcoming dark comedy feature film, "Dog Fight," which is currently being presented at the Asian Project Market during the Busan International Film Festival. The story centers on a woman who impulsively snatches back her beloved dog after losing custody following a bitter breakup with her ex-boyfriend, leading to a tense and eccentric three-way conflict.

Dog FightRyu HyunkyungKim SehunBusan International Film FestivalAsian Project Market

Entertainmentfilm-tvOct 11, 2026

Shape of Momo Director Tribeny Rai Preps New Film at Busan

Tribeny Rai, the acclaimed director behind 'Shape of Momo', is developing a new dramatic feature titled 'A Chronicle of Minor Things'. The project focuses on a quirky yet poignant dispute between two villages over jurisdiction following a young girl's tragic death. The film has been selected for the prestigious Asian Project Market at the Busan International Film Festival, shining a spotlight on innovative independent cinema from the region.

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Entertainmentfilm-tvOct 10, 2026

Choi Hyunyoung Unveils Subway Disaster Drama at Busan APM

Director Choi Hyunyoung is presenting her new project, "All's Well That Ends Well," at the Asian Project Market during the Busan International Film Festival. The drama explores the complex aftermath of a subway tragedy involving a teenage ballerina who is falsely hailed as a hero. The film delves into a web of media lies, financial compensation, and societal pressures following the catastrophe. Choi draws on a personal trauma from her youth to examine how communities survive and distort the truth after major disasters.

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Entertainmentfilm-tvOct 9, 2026

Pakistani Drama 'Dancers' Heads to Busan Asian Project Market

Writer-director Eshah Shakeel’s coming-of-age drama 'Dancers' explores the emotional dilemma of Pakistan's youth, torn between emigrating and staying rooted in their homeland. Set in a Punjab town near Lahore, the story follows two young individuals who form a bond through clandestine dance lessons. The project is featured at the prestigious Asian Project Market during the Busan International Film Festival. With a locked script, secured U.K. financing, and an experienced production team, the filmmakers are now seeking international co-producers and sales agents.

Busan International Film FestivalPakistani CinemaDancersEshah ShakeelAsian Project Market