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Each Other Films Unveils Slate With Folklore Epic, Drag Documentary
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Each Other Films Unveils Slate With Folklore Epic, Drag Documentary

by jummy84 November 3, 2025
written by jummy84

Seven years after its launch, Taiwan-based Each Other Films is stepping into an expanded phase of international production, with co-founder and head producer Jacqueline W. Liu and co-founder and CEO Tiffany Yu-Chia Chen unveiling a diverse lineup that stretches from documentary to big-budget action.

The quartet of projects represents a widening scope for the Taipei company, which has steadily built credentials through festival selections, streaming deals and local box office success since 2017.

Among the newly revealed titles is a documentary about drag performer Pangina Heals, a figure who bridges Taiwanese and Thai cultures. The film, titled “Heals,” represents the company’s initial move into factual storytelling through international partnership, working alongside Thailand’s N8 and World of Wonder.

Fiction projects include Henry Tsai’s first directorial effort, “Spent Bullets,” adapted from short stories by Taiwan writer Terao Tetsuya. Production will span multiple cities including Silicon Valley, Las Vegas and Taipei. The film has secured spots at both Golden Horse Film Project Promotion and Taiwan Creative Content Fest 2025.

The company is also returning to a proven property with a fresh chapter in its hit “The Accidental Influencer” franchise. Centered on the character Red, “The Accidental Influencer: Love Me If You Dare” will launch next January on both GTV and Netflix, bringing back the series with additional cast members and storylines focused on contemporary relationships.

Perhaps the most ambitious entry is “The Odd Three: Madam Tiger,” which director Joseph Chen-Chieh Hsu (whose credits include “Little Big Women” and Tokyo-bowing “Double Happiness”) is developing as a large-scale adventure that reinterprets traditional folklore through a modern lens. The project is being positioned as a potential launching point for additional character-driven stories across the region.

“I’ve always believed that a story rooted in a specific place, language, or authentic human connections can still move people everywhere,” said Liu. “That’s the power of cinema — it turns the personal into the universal. As we enter this next phase, I’m excited to expand what that means, especially across genre, scale, and collaboration.”

“Building a production company means knowing where you want to go, and choosing the right stories and people to take you there,” added Chen. “We’ve spent the past seven years building trust — with creators, with partners, and with each other. Now, we’re ready to scale. The future of Asian storytelling is global, and we’re here to be part of that shift.”

The company’s previous work includes the 2020 theatrical release “Little Big Women,” which topped the Taiwan box office that year and earned recognition at the Golden Horse Awards before landing on Netflix. More recently, “The Accidental Influencer” became an HBO Asia original in 2024, while “Dreams in Nightmares” played Berlin’s Panorama section this year. “Penguin Girl” opened last year’s Kaohsiung Film Festival.

Operating under a mission statement emphasizing female perspectives and universal connection, Each Other Films continues developing its pipeline while pursuing additional partnerships across borders.

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Ayushmann Khurrana Thamma
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EXCLUSIVE: ‘Alok’ Ayushmann Khurrana Reveals Thamma Is Not Based On Vampires But The Folklore Of Vikram Betaal

by jummy84 October 18, 2025
written by jummy84

Thamma – the fifth film in the Maddock Horror Comedy Universe, is all set to release on October 21 and the hype surrounding it is at an all time high. Starring Ayushmann Khurrana, Rashmika Mandanna, Nawazuddin Siddiqui and Paresh Rawal in pivotal roles, the film is directed by Aditya Sarpotdar and is believed to be based on the supernatural mythical creatures- vampires. But is it true? Announced as Vampires of Vijay Nagar in June 2024, the film was renamed Thamma in September 2024.

Now, with just days left until the supernatural horror-comedy film releases, the film’s lead stars – ‘Alok Goyal’ Ayushmann Khurrana and ‘Yakshasan’ Nawazuddin Siddiqui sat down for an exclusive chat with Bollywood Bubble host Ankita Bhalla. During the fun, but informative interaction, Khurrana opened up about the film not being about vampires but betaal – a creature from Indian folklore. Read on to know all he said

Ayushmann Khurrana: The Most Powerful Betaal Is Thamma

Clarifying that Thamma is not about vampires but about betaals – an evil spirit from Indian folklore who haunts cemeteries and takes demonic possession of corpses, Ayushmann Khurrana said, “Hum isko bolte hain betaalism (not vampirism). Betaal hai hai, vampire nahi. It’s based in Indian folklore. Thamma humare film ka naam hai, Ashvatthama se iska (naam liya hai). Thamma from Ashvatthama, Dinesh Vijan hain yeh. Unhone ne idea nikala and the most powerful betaal is Thamma.”

Stay tuned to Bollywood Bubble to watch the full interview. Video out soon.

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With nearly 10 years of experience, Grinell Esther Jacinto is the Desk Head of Bollywood Bubble. Her interests lie in everything that is kaleshi and she loves to dig deeper into the lives of B-town actors. She has a problem though – she loves horror films but will have chills the minute the theatres lights dims. She’s previously worked with Koimoi, UrbanAsian and SpotboyE.

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Yami Gautam In Talks To Team Up With Kriti Sanon For Aanand L Rai's Folklore Film Nayi Naveli: Deets Inside!
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Yami Gautam In Talks To Team Up With Kriti Sanon For Aanand L Rai’s Folklore Film Nayi Naveli: Deets Inside!

by jummy84 October 7, 2025
written by jummy84

Yami Gautam is reportedly in talks with director Aanand L Rai to play a parallel lead in his upcoming fantasy film, Nayi Naveli, starring Kriti Sanon. The film draws inspiration from Indian folk tales, and the makers are keen to have Yami on board. Yami has recently resumed work after her maternity leave. Meanwhile, her next film, Haq, is set to release in theatres on November 7. Reports suggest that the discussions are ongoing, and if finalized, Yami will join Kriti in bringing this folk-inspired fantasy story to the big screen, adding excitement for audiences.

Yami Gautam in talks for Nayi Naveli?

A source familiar with the matter told Mid-Day: “Rai has been particular about the story’s tone — he wants it to feel rooted in Indian folk tradition, but have a big-screen fantasy appeal. Casting Kriti was the first step because she has the acting prowess and star presence required for the role. She will be seen as part-folklore heroine, and part-mystical warrior. Now, they are in talks with Yami for a meaty role. The two actors haven’t shared screen space before, and that novelty will grab eyeballs.”

Yami Gautam

The source further mentioned, “Kriti is occupied with Tere Ishk Mein promotions throughout October, while Yami is tied up with Haq, which releases in early November. If Yami comes on board, the idea is to begin workshops and costume trials by November so that the shoot can start in December.”

About Haq

Yami Gautam movie Haq

Yami’s Haq, featuring Emraan Hashmi, starts as a love story but quickly evolves into a deeper conflict between a husband and wife. What seems like a personal disagreement turns into a larger discussion about important social issues that remain relevant today, such as faith, identity, liberalism, personal beliefs, and the law. At the heart of the story is the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) under Article 44, raising questions about its impact on society. The film also features Sheeba Chaddha, Danish Hussain, and Aseem Hattangady in key roles, adding depth and intensity to the narrative.

About Tere Ishk Mein

Kriti Sanon's film Tere Ishk Mein

The film Tere Ishq Mein, featuring Dhanush, will release in cinemas on November 28. To watch the teaser click here.

October 7, 2025 0 comments
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