When is Bokshi releasing in theatres in India?

Bokshi is listed for a theatrical release in India on 4 December 2026 with an A certificate. Before that, it was screened at several Indian film festivals during 2026.

What is the Bokshi OTT release date and where can I watch it in India?

No OTT platform or digital release date is yet listed in TMDB/JustWatch data as of 24 October 2026. For now, the confirmed way to watch it is in cinemas from 4 December 2026.

Who is in the cast of Bokshi?

Prasanna Bisht plays Anahita and Mansi Multani plays Shalini. The cast also includes Swaroopa Ghosh, Rohit Tiwari, Sandeep Shridhar Dhabale, Siddharth Shaw, Trishala Tamang, Shivangi Vyas and Gaurangi Vyas. Shernaz Patel voices Bokshi.

Who directed Bokshi and what is its runtime?

Bokshi is directed by Bhargav Saikia and written by Harsh Vaibhav. The film runs 142 minutes, roughly 2 hours 22 minutes.

What language is Bokshi in?

Bokshi is originally a Hindi film. English and Nepali are also spoken in it.

Bokshi (2026): Release Date, Cast & Where to Watch

Bokshi Synopsis: What the Story Is About

At the centre of Bokshi is Anahita, a young girl still reeling from the violent and unexplained loss of her mother. Her mother vanished under brutal circumstances, and the wound has not healed. The one steady presence in her life is Shalini, the teacher who takes her history classes, and the bond between student and mentor becomes Anahita’s anchor.

That fragile sense of safety is tested when her school organises an unusual field trip to an ancient, prehistoric site steeped in mystery. What should be a lesson about the distant past turns into something far more personal. Out there, among the remnants of another age, Anahita is brought face to face with a fate she never asked for, one that seems tied to forces much older than she is.

The film’s tagline, “A witch is born twice”, hints at the folk-horror roots of the story without giving its secrets away. Bokshi blends horror and drama with touches of fantasy, using grief, memory and myth to build its unsettling world.

Bokshi — Mood illustration, not a still from the film — Mood illustration, not a still from the film

What Makes Bokshi Notable

Director and writer: Bokshi is directed by Bhargav Saikia from a screenplay by Harsh Vaibhav, and produced by Lorien Motion Pictures.
Cast: Prasanna Bisht leads as Anahita, with Mansi Multani as her teacher Shalini. The ensemble includes Swaroopa Ghosh (Kadambari), Rohit Tiwari (Lalit), Sandeep Shridhar Dhabale (Avinash), Siddharth Shaw (Rishav), Trishala Tamang (Punam), and Shivangi Vyas and Gaurangi Vyas as Nisha and Misha. Veteran actor Shernaz Patel voices the title presence, Bokshi.
Genre and style: This is an Indian independent film in the folk horror tradition, mixing horror, drama and fantasy rather than relying on a standard jump-scare formula.
Languages: The original language is Hindi, with English and Nepali also spoken in the film, which gives it a distinctly multilingual texture.
Festival journey: Before its theatrical release, Bokshi travelled across Indian film festivals in 2026. It was screened at the Ajanta-Ellora International Film Festival (31 January), the Wench Film Festival (28 February), the Arunachal Film Festival (8 March), the Sikkim International Film Festival (20 March), the International Film Festival Delhi (28 March) and the Independent and Experimental Film Festival of Kerala (8 May).
Runtime and certification: The film runs 142 minutes (about 2 hours 22 minutes) and carries an A certificate for its Indian theatrical release, meaning it is for adult audiences only.

For readers searching for a Bokshi review, Drama4U’s own score for the film is shown separately on this page.

Who Will Enjoy Bokshi

Fans of folk horror and myth-based scary stories rooted in Indian settings
Viewers who like horror that leans into grief, trauma and character drama
Followers of Indian independent cinema and the festival circuit
Anyone keeping a list of new movies in Hindi that go beyond mainstream Bollywood formulas
Adult audiences comfortable with an A-certified, atmospheric genre film

Bokshi Release Date & Where to Watch in India

Box office release date: Bokshi is listed for a theatrical release in India on 4 December 2026, which is also its worldwide release date. It is certified A. Earlier in 2026, the film was shown only at the festival screenings listed above.

OTT release date: No streaming platform or digital release date is yet listed in TMDB/JustWatch data as of 24 October 2026. Bokshi is not currently shown on Netflix, Prime Video, JioHotstar, ZEE5 or SonyLIV in these listings. Once an Indian OTT premiere is listed, this section will be updated.

Trailer: A trailer for Bokshi has been released. It is the best way to get a feel for the film’s tone before it reaches cinemas.

Trailer

Cast

Prasanna Bishtas Anahita
Mansi Multanias Shalini
Swaroopa Ghoshas Kadambari
Rohit Tiwarias Lalit
Sandeep Shridhar Dhabaleas Avinash
Shernaz Patelas Bokshi (voice)
Siddharth Shawas Rishav
Trishala Tamangas Punam

Photo: TMDB

FAQ

When is Bokshi releasing in theatres in India?: Bokshi is listed for a theatrical release in India on 4 December 2026 with an A certificate. Before that, it was screened at several Indian film festivals during 2026.
What is the Bokshi OTT release date and where can I watch it in India?: No OTT platform or digital release date is yet listed in TMDB/JustWatch data as of 24 October 2026. For now, the confirmed way to watch it is in cinemas from 4 December 2026.
Who is in the cast of Bokshi?: Prasanna Bisht plays Anahita and Mansi Multani plays Shalini. The cast also includes Swaroopa Ghosh, Rohit Tiwari, Sandeep Shridhar Dhabale, Siddharth Shaw, Trishala Tamang, Shivangi Vyas and Gaurangi Vyas. Shernaz Patel voices Bokshi.
Who directed Bokshi and what is its runtime?: Bokshi is directed by Bhargav Saikia and written by Harsh Vaibhav. The film runs 142 minutes, roughly 2 hours 22 minutes.
What language is Bokshi in?: Bokshi is originally a Hindi film. English and Nepali are also spoken in it.

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