Phoolan Devi Biopic Selected for TIFF 2026 Special Presentation

The film 'Phoolan,' inspired by the autobiography of Phoolan Devi, has been selected for a Special Presentation at the 51st Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). The festival is scheduled to run from September 10 to September 20, 2026, with a screening of 'Phoolan' planned for September 16 at the Princess of Wales Theatre in Toronto.

Emmy Award-winning filmmaker Richie Mehta wrote and directed the Hindi action drama. The movie chronicles a critical period in the life of Phoolan Devi, focusing on a dramatic 48-hour siege where she was surrounded by thousands of armed men in a village.

Set in rural India, 'Phoolan' tells the compelling story of an impoverished 17-year-old girl who rose to become one of India's most famous outlaws. The film explores her transformation from a challenging background into a widely discussed historical figure.

Actress Sneha Kumari portrays Phoolan Devi in the film, which also features Anurag Thakur, Vikram Pratap Singh, Aakash Dahiya, Prateek Pachori, and Dev Dutt Budholiya. The production is by Namah Pictures.