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Bruce Dern's New Film: A Tale of Home
10 Dec
Summary
- Bruce Dern stars in a Bhutanese-Nepali-American drama.
- The film explores themes of home and belonging for a diaspora family.
- Global rights sold; digital release set for January 2026.
Oscar and Emmy nominee Bruce Dern is set to star in "The World's Happiest Man," a drama that spans Bhutanese, Nepali, and American cultures. The film centers on a Bhutanese Nepali immigrant in Ohio whose dream of returning home is tragically cut short, sparking a profound family reflection on identity and belonging across generations.
Written and directed by Binod Paudel, the narrative draws from the rich experiences of the Bhutanese-Nepali diaspora, particularly within the American Midwest. The ensemble cast features prominent Nepali actors alongside Dern, promising a compelling cinematic exploration of cultural heritage and the meaning of home.
Buffalo 8 has acquired worldwide rights and will launch the film across TVOD and digital platforms, with a wider international debut anticipated by early 2026. U.S. audiences can anticipate a digital release on January 9, 2026, with subsequent availability on major platforms.
