Rothe Faces Amazon's Ancient Predator in Thriller

Actress Jessica Rothe will feature in the upcoming survival thriller, Boiúna: Legend of the Amazon. This film is scheduled for release in Indian theaters on October 9, 2026. It combines elements of creature horror with a survival adventure.

Directed and written by Mike P. Nelson, the movie centers on a group of young doctors. Their humanitarian mission takes a perilous turn when they disturb the ancient Boiúna, a mythical predator with aquatic and terrestrial hunting capabilities. Rothe expressed enthusiasm for the project, citing its layered narrative and the creative world-building.

Rothe also praised director Mike P. Nelson, acknowledging his previous work and his personal qualities. She found him to be a kind and enthusiastic storyteller who deeply cared about the film's world and characters. The actress eagerly anticipated working alongside co-stars Kiana Madeira and Logan Marshall-Green in this Amazon rainforest-set thriller.